From identifying new markets to defining winning entry strategies, trade specialists from the public and private sectors can help clients build a sound export plan and offer trade advice and consultation.

Trade Consulting & Strategy

No matter if clients plan to sell on their own website, on marketplaces, to businesses or consumers, specialists in eCommerce can assist clients in areas ranging from eCommerce consulting to fraud prevention.

eCommerce

Web and digital marketing experts help clients pick the right channels, engage with promising new audiences, discover the right tools to do it and create a sound digital marketing strategy.

Web & Digital Marketing

Making the sale is only half the battle. Without the proper warehousing partners, the most knowledgeable freight forwarder, the most thorough customs broker, and the most reliable shipping partners, you can’t succeed. Meet all these experts here.

Shipping and Logistics

It is salient for clients looking to expand into new markets that they communicate in an effective manner throughout all markets they wish to be part of. From translation services to translation tools, you assist clients with their localization needs.

Localization

Without the right financing partners and the safety offered by proper insurance, exporting can be a risky adventure. Assist clients with your financing and insurance services and resources.

Financing & Insurance

From exporting basics to advanced topics, these professionals, service providers and training resources will help clients become a master of global trade.

Education and Training

From tax compliance to intellectual property protection, the experts within this category can help clients understand and navigate all the paperwork that comes with exporting.

Taxes, Legal, and Regulatory

Reaching new audiences can be an exciting and lucrative adventure when done right. Clients can get in touch with professionals who will help them create winning marketing strategies and campaigns in new markets around the world.

Marketing & Communications

These are organizations that support small and medium businesses in their internationalization journey. Programs and services are available to businesses within their own state.

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Export Connect

The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) works with statewide partners to create a positive business climate that encourages dynamic economic development and sustainable job growth. We&nbsp;strive to advance the state’s economy through financial and technical assistance in support of local and regional economic development activities throughout Colorado.

We assist in:

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	<li>Building a strong public-private approach on a statewide basis for economic development activities</li>
	<li>Monitoring economic conditions throughout the state and strengthening regional economies</li>
	<li>Supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses</li>
	<li>Increasing quality job creation by expanding and attracting businesses</li>
	<li>Maintaining Colorado’s diverse economic base by retaining existing jobs through responsive programs and a supportive business climate</li>
	<li>Positioning Colorado as a global leader in key industries, such as tourism, aerospace, bioscience and renewable energy</li>
	<li>Assisting the state’s economy, while preserving quality of life</li>
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<h1>Exporting &amp; Global Investment Opportunities</h1>

We’re here to help you make sure your product gets to the right destination.&nbsp;<a href="https://choosecolorado.com/doing-business/exporting">Explore</a>&nbsp;the range of support programs and services offered to Colorado businesses, as well as the network of international consultants available to assist with any questions you might have.

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<h1>State Trade Expansion Program</h1>

The State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) Grant helps small businesses expand internationally by funding international business development activities. The purpose of this grant is to offset the cost of conducting international business development for small businesses.

The max amount a company can receive in a year is $10,000. Examples of global business development activities include:

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	<li>Attending trade shows</li>
	<li>Holding international business meetings</li>
	<li>Researching new markets</li>
	<li>Updating marketing materials for new markets</li>
	<li>Compliance testing</li>
</ul>

Click&nbsp;<a href="https://choosecolorado.com/doing-business/state-trade-expansion-program">here</a>&nbsp;for more information about the STEP program.

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An Opportunity to Introduce Colorado Products to the World

Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade

The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) works with statewide partners to create a positive business climate that encourages dynamic economic development and sustainable job growth. We strive to advance the state’s econo

Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade on Export Connect - Find Trade Experts and Resources

STEP Grant

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Colorado Emergency Small Business Loan Fund COVID-19

COVID-19 Business Recovery

In light of the sweeping impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on our small business community, Southern Colorado Community Lending (a subsidiary organization of NeighborWorks Southern Colorado) is responding swiftly to support o

Denver Small Business Emergency Relief Program

In response to COVID-19, Denver Economic Development and Opportunity is working on connecting our Denver business community to the most appropriate resources in our region. The first step is to let us know how your business is being impacted by filling ou

Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade

Colorado Emergency Small Business Loan Fund COVID-19

Denver Small Business Emergency Relief Program

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