Export Assistance Program

Your Guide to Going Global

Advantage Valley is launching a program to guide local companies through the process of exporting or expanding into new international markets. In partnership with the U.S. Commercial Service’s Appalachian Rural Export Center (REC), this program offers customized research, training, and tools to help your business grow globally.

DOES YOUR COMPANY QUALIFY?

To apply for this program. Your business must meet the following eligibility criteria:

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Is your business a for-profit, privately held company headquartered and operating in Advantage Valley, West Virginia? (Boone, Cabell, Clay, Kanawha, Putnam, Lincoln, Jackson, Mason or Wayne Counties)

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Is your business currently producing and selling a product or service?

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Is your company 95% owned by U.S. Citizens OR was it created under U.S. laws?

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Is your company product produced with at least 51% U.S. made inputs?

WHAT YOUR BUSINESS CAN EXPECT

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Complete the Advantage Valley Export Assistance Application.

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Once approved, initial meeting with the Appalachian REC will be scheduled.

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Gain access to a team at the REC, assigned to your company to research for you, consult with you, and help you make strategic decisions about export opportunities.

RANGE OF SERVICES OFFERED

Export Counseling

Market Intelligence

Business Matchmaking

Travel Assistance

Advantage Valley is providing Financial Assistance of up to $5,000, with the potential to receive $15,000 more through STEP Funding through the WV Department of Economic Development.

Let us connect you with the Appalachian REC today to get started with trusted advice, information, and tools from the U.S. Commercial Service and our state partners.