Programs

Recognized as one of the most innovative state programs in the nation, VEDP's Division of International Trade provides international business expertise to promote Virginia's products and services in world markets. In addition to services we provide on a regular basis, we also have flagship export programs designed to accelerate your export success.

While most services are free, some of our programs are fee based, such as for participation in trade events. However, these programs are offered at significant discounts and are subsidized by the state.

• AIM Program   (AIM Program Participants Only - login)
• VALET Program   (VALET Program Participants Only - login)
• Research Resources
• Trade Events

Global Network

Information is extremely valuable. The Global Network program gives Virginia firms access to in-country researchers, though a vast network of in-country market research firms. Virginia businesses get quick, actionable market intelligence at a fraction of the prevailing cost. Whether you want to survey potential buyers and distributors, or assess pricing across various sales channels, Virginia's Global Network program answers a wide-array of research questions.

Trade Events

Exporting often requires overseas travel. Face-to-face meetings are just as important when conducting international business as they are domestically. We help Virginia companies develop relationships overseas through participation in international trade shows and trade missions. Joint exhibits increase your visibility and reduce the costs of exhibiting on your own internationally. Trade mission participants in effect get on the fast-track to success. Trade mission participants benefit from pre-arranged meetings with potential buyers or sales representatives overseas. Every meeting matches each companies unique product and market objectives. Participants also benefit from translation assistance, meeting room coordination, in-country transportation and networking receptions and discounted hotel and travel packages.

VALET - Virginia Leaders in Export Trade Program

While all our services and programs pay you in terms of export revenue, we also have at program that actually gives you cash reimbursements and pro-bono services from private sector partners— the Virginia Leaders in Export Trade (VALET) Program. This unique public-private program is the first of its kind in the U.S. and recently received national recognition for its innovation by The National Council for Public-Private Partnerships (NCPPP).

The VALET program is essentially a two-year export boot camp. It is open to 15 Virginia businesses annually, with firmly established domestic operations that are committed to expansion through international sales. Virginia companies who meet minimum requirements may prefer the more focused in-depth approach that the VALET program offers. They will definitely benefit from in-depth planning, program partner assistance and networking with peers.

AIM - Accessing International Markets Program

The Accessing International Markets (AIM) Program presents a new and innovative opportunity for Virginia companies to successfully enter into the global marketplace. The purpose of the AIM Program is to position new-to-export companies, or companies entering a new market, to confidently face the challenges of international sales and realize the benefits of exporting. Based on a competitive application process, 20 companies will be accepted into the one-year AIM Program each year beginning in late 2005.