The document provides an overview of the U.S. Commercial Service and how it can help American businesses export their goods and services globally. It discusses that 95% of consumers are outside the U.S., exporting supports jobs and economic growth, and small businesses make up most exporters. The Commercial Service offers market research, trade events, help finding qualified partners, and consulting services to support companies in developing export strategies and expanding to new international markets. The organization has experts located worldwide to help American companies start or increase global sales.

1. The World Is Open For Business. Yours. An Overview of the U.S. Commercial Service

2. Why Should You Export? 95%of the world’s consumers are outside of the U.S. Exporting helps to diversify your client base and take advantage of regional growth If you are not exporting, it’s highly likely your competitors are selling abroad or will be soon Free trade agreements, the Internet, improved transportation, and Government assistance

3. Economic Impacts of Exporting Exports help diversify the U.S. economy U.S. manufactured exports support 6,000,000 American jobs Trade generates $9,000 more in purchasing power for the average American family Companies that export are 8.5%less likely to go out of business Jobs related to exports pay 15%more

6. Going GlobalConnecting with International Markets

7. Are You Export Ready? Domestic Success? Production Capacity? Financial Resources? Management Commitment? International Plan with Goals? Know-how? (shipping & methods of payment)

9. Low commitment to exporting

10. Neglecting export customers for local customers

11. Reliance on inadequate partnerships

13. Assess Unique or Important Product Features

14. International Market Research

15. Where are International Hits Comingfrom on your Website? Target markets?

17. Define your resource limitations (money, personnel, and time)

18. Identify a few target markets

19. Evaluate target markets, customers, distribution channels

20. Evaluate future profits & opportunities to expand business

22. An Overview of the U.S. Commercial ServiceHow the U.S. Government Can Help

24. Our global presence and international marketing expertise helps U.S. companies compete & win in global markets

27. Country Commercial Guides(FREE) – annual U.S. Embassy reports on the business, economic, and political environment as it affects U.S. business and foreign investments

28. Customized Market Research – personalized report prepared specifically for your company with information that answers your specific international business questions * Find these reports and more at www.export.gov

30. International Buyer Program – brings thousands of foreign buyers to U.S. trade shows each year

31. Certified Trade Fairs – the best international trade shows with access to thousands of buyers and pre-screened matching

33. International Partner Search – a detailed list of potential partners interested in your product/service

34. International Company Profile – low-cost due diligence and credit check on buyers & distributors

35. Featured U.S. Exporter (FUSE) – on-line listing featuring your company in the market of your choice

37. Resolve Trade Issues – we can help resolve regulatory hurdles and recover payment

38. Platinum Key Service – customized, long-term support to help you achieve your business goals

41. Get immediate answers to your trade questions

43. India: www.export.gov/india

46. Leveraging training and education

47. Reaching exporters through communication and marketing

48. Leading trade missions

50. Thank You! Tony Michalski Senior International Trade Specialist U.S. Commercial Service - Ontario www.buyusa.gov/inlandempire 909-466-4137 or 909-466-4134 (main line) tony.michalski@trade.gov www.export.gov 1.800.USA.TRADE