Export Assistance

In the age of globalization, exporting represents a crucial component to the long-term economic health of the United States and to Oklahoma. As the world gets smaller, markets for products and services continue to expand, representing a variety of opportunities for Oklahoma businesses and communities to increase profits, create jobs and raise employment levels, fund sustainable economic development initiatives, and attract foreign direct investment (FDI) dollars.

Designed to ensure that Oklahoma's small- to medium-sized businesses and large corporations can access the resources and services they need to succeed in the international marketplace, this section provides the following:

Exporting Basics -- Provides food for thought for beginning exporters; an overview of and direct link to the "Basic Guide to Exporting" published by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce; a sample international business plan, which is a crucial first step to any exporting strategy; and a comprehensive list of useful links, covering topics such as export-related assistance and market information offered by the federal government, information on the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), and sources for trade statistics, trade leads, trade shows, and country and region information.

Exporting FAQs -- The most frequently asked questions about getting started in exporting.

Exporting Step-by-Step -- Provides helpful hints and tips that exporters need to get started and remain competitive in the global marketplace.

Workshops, Seminars, & Networking -- Provides a calendar of events for training classes, workshops, and networking sessions sponsored by the Oklahoma Department of Commerce, partner agencies, and private entities dedicated to creating jobs through exporting and expanding Oklahoma's international presence.

Financing -- Provides helpful hints for securing export financing and links to financing institutions such as the Export-Import Bank and the Overseas Private Investment Corporation.

Commerce Export Services -- Details the services and resources offered by Commerce to assist Oklahoma businesses interested in exporting as well as those currently involved in global trade.

Market Research -- Provides detailed market research prepared by Commerce.

Contacts:

Tulsa Office
Dessie Apostolova
Director, International Trade Offices
918-594-8412

Oklahoma City Office
Jesse Garcia
International Trade Officer
405-815-5213