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Export assistance for Pennsylvania companies
Pennsylvania products and services travel to 213 markets worldwide and represent 5.5% percent of Pennsylvania’s GDP. Exporting from Pennsylvania is the smart way to expand your company's reach to new markets, while reaping the benefits of the Commonwealth's competitive business environment. That's why we offer one of the largest, most comprehensive state-sponsored international trade programs in the United States. Whether you have questions about foreign regulations, are seeking a qualified trade partner in a new market, or need general assistance, we're here to help, contact our international trade team to get started.
BusinessPA's international trade team, along with our partners, offers confidential and customized programs and services to help Pennsylvania-based companies grow their international sales. With headquarters in Harrisburg, PA, local support in 10 regional offices across the state through our Regional Export Network (REN) partners, and 13 PA Authorized Trade Representatives (ATRs) around the world, we are here to help your company reach new markets.
- Guide you through export processes & market entry strategy development.
- Market Overview
- Market Entry Strategy
- Certifications / Standards / Regulatory Requirements
- Patent / Copyright / Trademark Information
- Education programs and technical support
- Qualify buyers, agents, distributors and partners through customized searches.
- Partner Searches
- Trade Lead Qualification
- Government / Industry Contacts
- Research foreign companies and provide background checks.
- Coordinate your business trips with our on-the-ground, in-country teams.
- Appointment Setting
- Trip / Travel Logistics
- Support you on international trade missions and at international trade shows.
- Trade Event Support
- Marketing & Promotional Literature Review
- Access to grant and financing programs.
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Jennifer Black
Christa Mummau
Manager, International Trade
Regional Expertise: Canada, Mexico, Middle East (Israel)
Tel: 717.346.2256
chmummau@pa.gov
Theresa Brennan
Manager, International Trade
Regional Expertise: Australia, Central/East Europe (Czech), Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, UK
Tel: 717.720.7412
thebrennan@pa.gov
Trung Tran
Manager, International Trade
Regional Expertise: China, Korea, Southeast Asia region (Singapore), Taiwan
Tel: 717.783.5831
trutran@pa.gov
Bringing the World to PA
Every year, the BusinessPA team hosts the Bringing the World to PA Tour, which invites companies from various industries to visit the Commonwealth for a firsthand look at our bustling trade industry. Dates for the 2025 event will be announced this summer - check back here for updates soon!
Resources
Global Access Program (GAP)
The Global Access Program (GAP) is designed to enhance the capability of small to mid-sized Pennsylvania companies to increase export sales. GAP is administered by the Pennsylvania Office of International Business Development (OIBD) and provides up to $10,000 per award period to qualifying Pennsylvania companies to reimburse up to 75% of eligible expenses associated with specific export promotion activities. The program is funded in part through a federal grant with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
PA International Trade Guide
A comprehensive guide for businesses, including export tutorials, expert advice and practical solutions.
US Department of Commerce
The International Trade Administration, U. S. Department of Commerce offers online resources that outlines the important steps companies must take to begin exporting overseas.