Exporting Assistance Program
Take Your Small Business to New Heights
The Idaho SBDC can help small businesses position themselves to take advantage of business and trade opportunities in the global marketplace with our confidential and no-cost assistance.
Where do you begin?
The first step is to determine your export readiness in just 10 minutes with our Initial Export Readiness Assessment. From there, explore our other exporting resources below or contact us to get started!
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Funding – Learn about various funding opportunities for exporting
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More Resources – Want to get up to speed on exporting? This link outlines key resources.
Our Services
Export-related services are delivered through the Idaho SBDC’s regional network, with Regional Center staff providing direct support to businesses. These services help Idaho businesses expand into international markets and include:
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Export Readiness Assessments – Evaluating a business’s capacity to successfully enter international markets.
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Market Research and Entry Strategies – Providing insights into target markets, cultural considerations, and effective entry strategies.
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Export Documentation Support – Guiding businesses through the preparation of required export documentation, such as certificates of origin, invoices, and compliance forms.
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Trade Show and Event Assistance – Organizing and supporting participation in international trade shows to connect businesses with global buyers.
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Export Training and Education – Conducting workshops on export regulations, trade financing, and logistics.
The Export Assistance Program was developed to help businesses diversify their revenue streams through global opportunities, a priority identified through customer feedback and strategic market analysis.