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Washington State Department of Commerce
The lead state agency charged with enhancing and promoting sustainable community and economic vitality in Washington

Washington State Small Business Development Centers
Offers free expert business advising, management training, market research and one-on-one technical assistance.

Export Finance Assistance Center of Washington
Provides consulting, counseling, education and other resources for Washington businesses seeking financial support for their export strategy.

Washington State Department of Agriculture
The WSDA’s International Marketing Program works closely with Washington State’s food and agricultural companies to help them export their products by providing companies with promotional support, market information and access to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) market assistance programs.

U.S. Export Assistance Center of Seattle
Connects Seattle-area exporters with foreign buyers and provides an array of exporting services.

U.S. Export Assistance Center of Spokane
Connects Spokane-area exporters with foreign buyers and provides an array of exporting services.

Northwest Trade Adjustment Assistance Center
Get help when your business has been hurt by imports.

U.S. Foreign Agricultural Service
Links U.S. agriculture to the world to enhance export opportunities and global food security

U.S. Export Assistance Center
Brings together resources from across the U.S. Government to assist American businesses in planning their international sales strategies so they can succeed in today’s global marketplace.

Small Business Administration International Trade Office
Supports small business international trade development.

Small Business Administration Business Export Planner
The Export Business Planner is a free, customizable tool for small business owners who are exploring exporting.

Small Business Administration (SBA)
Works to protect, strengthen and represent the interests of the nation’s small businesses within the Federal Government.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agency Trade Information
Facilitates trade by enforcing U.S. trade laws that protect the economy and the health and safety of American people.

U.S. International Trade Administration
Strengthens the competitiveness of U.S. industry, promotes trade and investment, and ensures fair trade through the rigorous enforcement of our trade laws and agreements.

United States Department of Commerce
Promotes job creation, economic growth, sustainable development and improved standards of living for all Americans by working in partnership with businesses, universities, communities and our nation’s workers.

Export-Import Bank of the United States
The official export credit agency of the United States that assists in financing the export of U.S. goods and services to international markets, Ex-Im Bank enables U.S. companies to turn export opportunities into real sales. This collection of short videos explains how the institution works. 

U.S. Government Agencies Involved in Export Promotion
This roadmap identifies and explains the work of various federal agencies that promote U.S. exports.

Greater Spokane Incorporated
Offers local and global network of expertise to prepare inland Northwest companies to successfully do business around the world.

Impact Washington
Help for manufacturers who want to increase profits through growth services, workforce development, workflow efficiency, and market penetration and expansion, particularly through exports. Sponsors ExporTech program, a fee-based, three-day training over three months with individual coaching that focuses on strategic export plan development to accelerate a company’s ability to achieve international sales.

World Trade Center Tacoma
Helps local businesses succeed in the global market by offering a variety of programs and resources to stimulate international trade.

World Trade Center Seattle
A member of the World Trade Center Association, WTCSE provides business leaders a central meeting space to connect, share resources and expand international trade and economic development activities. 

World Trade Club
Provides educational and networking opportunities for international business professionals in the Pacific Northwest.

Washington Council on International Trade
Promotes international trade policy that advances economic opportunities for Washington State. 

Trade Development Alliance
A collaboration of local cities, ports and county governments to promote the trade interests of this region in domestic and international markets.

International Trade Compliance Institute
No or low-cost advice on regulatory compliance . Inclused online export start-up kit, export readiness assessment and a searchable database of international and national trade regulations and terms.

World Affairs Council
Offers programs that provide opportunities for everyone in Greater Seattle to be a global citizen by advancing a deep understanding of international events and culture.

Washington Public Ports Association
Promotes the interests of the port community through effective government relations, ongoing education, and strong advocacy programs. You can also find a port directory with contact information for every port in the state.

Japan America Society of Washington
Promotes mutual understanding and friendship between the people of Japan and Washington State by providing a forum for the exchange of ideas and information.

Washington State China Relations Council
Promotes stronger commercial, educational, and cultural relations between the state of Washington and China.

Greater Seattle Chinese Chamber of Commerce
Brings together civic, professional, and business leaders from the Chinese community of greater Seattle.