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Benefits of Exporting

International trade plays an essential role to the vitality of the Virginia economy. From healthcare innovators in Richmond and Charlottesville to manufacturing plants in the Shenandoah Valley and Bristol to defense firms in Hampton Roads and Northern Virginia, international trade benefits every industry sector in the Commonwealth.

Selling internationally allows Virginia companies to tap into a diverse range of global partners, customers, and suppliers. It is now easier than ever for businesses, no matter what size or in which sector, to experience the benefits of international trade. Let VEDP International Trade help you increase your international sales.

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Hear How Virginia Took Companies Global

These companies found what they were looking for in Virginia. Hear from their leaders to see why a Virginia location offers a foundation for success.

Ryan Turman Vice President of Business Development Turman Group

Nanci Hardwick CEO Aeroprobe Corporation & MELD Manufacturing Corporation

Amit Kapoor CEO First Line Technology

Kevin McNeil Vice President of International Sales Dilon Technologies

Benefits to Your Bottom Line

Grow your company and become a major competitor by exporting.

95% Of the world's population is outside the U.S.

76% Of the world's GDP is outside the U.S.

Virginia’s Total State Exports Reached $51 Billion in 2020

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*Products and services data were taken from two sources and are not an exact comparison. Source: WISERTrade for 2020 services data; ©2023 IHS Markit – Global Trade Atlas for 2020 manufactured products data.

International trade produces jobs for Virginia

Companies that export are more stable and less likely to go out of business.

25% Of jobs in Virginia can be attributed to trade

+7% Higher wages paid by trade-supported jobs

84% Of exporters in Virginia are are small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs)