Exporter Assistance Available

      The U.S. Export Assistance Center, a division of the U.S. Commercial Services, has a number of programs to assist in establishing an export business.
      The USCS mission "is to promote the export of goods and services from the United States, particularly by small and medium-sized businesses, and to protect U.S. commercial interests abroad."
      Services include market strategy assistance, global matchmaking and export finance advice. They will also arrange face-to-face meetings with potential partners.
      The USCS will conduct feasibility studies and match you with countries that have a common need. They will also find and qualify serious buyers.
      The USCS will also assist with interpreters and guide you through the required documentation.
      Finance and credit assistance is also available. Most services are free or involve a reasonable fee. The USCS has offices in all 50 states.
      Contact them at: (800) 872-8723, or go to www.export.gov or www.buyUSA.com.