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New Export Assistance for Small Businesses The International Business Center has been awarded a contract as the statewide provider of training and technology services associated with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s (MEDC) export program. Part of the IBC’s role includes a statewide benchmarking study of Michigan businesses that participate in or are interested in participating in exporting activities. Through the MEDC program, Michigan companies with fewer than 500 employees can qualify for financial assistance for export-related activities; the program’s goal is to increase Michigan’s export sales, increase the number of companies that export and introduce current exporters to new foreign markets and buyers. The funds are being awarded through a $1.5 million federal export award to the State of Michigan under the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) State Trade Export Pilot (STEP) program. The MEDC’s STEP incentive export program launched October 1, 2011. For complete details on how companies can apply for assistance, including eligibility requirements and the application process, please visit http://www.michiganadvantage.org/Export-Assistance/. Upcoming ActivitiesThursday, November 17, 2011 Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan: Key Issues in Expanding Your Business to Emerging Markets
Speaker: Tony Kayyod The Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan focuses on global issues of interest to the mid-Michigan business community. The monthly GB Club luncheons provide outstanding speakers and relaxed networking opportunities. With extensive international experience, the speakers wrap personal insights around a practical and up-to-the-minute approach to conducting international trade. |
Success Story globalEDGE - Michigan State University The resources that you have made available are invaluable, and I and my colleagues truly appreciate the work you have done to provide those resources. Terry Beckman - Assistant Professor of Marketing, Athabasca University |
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