International Trade

GSI assists your business with international trade opportunities and expansion into foreign markets. Our International Trade program works to enhance the regional economy and support job creation through the growth of local trade activity. With more than 95 percent of the world’s population and 80 percent of the purchasing power located outside the United States, the global marketplace represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized businesses to expand their customer base.

Goals

Support the retention and creation of local jobs by assisting companies expanding into global markets
Enhance the regional economy through programs that increase exports
Promote the importance of trade to the regional economy and advocate for advantageous trade policy
Provide services and resources that help businesses execute the delivery of their product to foreign markets

To accomplish these goals, Greater Spokane Inc. focuses its trade work in three areas:

Trade Relations

Make connections for local businesses with foreign trade groups, international governments, and global companies.

Strengthen existing relationships and build new ones with foreign businesses, governments and trade groups
Connect businesses to outbound trade missions and facilitate inbound missions
Host foreign delegations interested in the Spokane region
Be the “Welcome Center” and first stop for foreign nationals who come to the region and want to connect with governmental and industry leaders

Promotion & Advocacy

Promote trade as a vital component to our regional economy and opportunity for growth.

Give a voice to the international trade community
Identify and support policies advantageous to international trade activity
Connect businesses with state and federal officials who can assist in trade-related issues

Services

GSI provides services to businesses that assist in their day-to-day trade operations.

Connections to trade resources and mentoring
Certificate of Origin documentation