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Our Programs Institute Home Page The Institute for Economic Development's diverse programs facilitate economic, community and business development at the local, regional and national level. Click on a specific program for detailed information.			SBDC Rural Business Program Capacity building Community assessments Business advisory services Business planning SBDC National Information Clearinghouse Market research for SBDC counselors Online learning Industry research and trends Southwest Trade Adjustment Assistance Center Eligibility criteria for trade adjustment assistance Advocacy for manufacturing and service firms Services in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana Gulf Oil Spill Assistance: GOSDAA Startech Technology commercialization Enterprise formation Access to capital
South-West Texas Border SBDC Network One-on-one business counseling Research and market analysis Business skills training Ten locations in South, Central and West Texas San Antonio Small Business Development Center Confidential, 1-on-1 business counseling Business planning Financial analysis Loan packaging assistance Leadership and business training	SBDC Contracting Resource Center Business contractor services Employer services Veterans services Networking opportunities Women owned small business program Energy Saving Solutions Program (eS2) Sustainable business services SBDC International Trade Center Global trade consulting Market research Global business skills training Trade platform: SBDCGlobal.com	MBDA Business Center Management training and consulting Market research and strategic planning Government contracting and minority certifications Center for Community and Business Research Impact and feasibility studies Economic development research Market research Eagle Ford Shale Community Development Program Community Assessments and Outreach Economic Research Community Planning Management and Strategic Implementation

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How do I start a business?: Workshops and training; Confidential business advising; Market research and analysis; Access to capital; Customized services for veteran-owned, minority-��owned businesses; Technology Commercialization

How do I grow my business?: Strategic planning; Leadership development; Import competition; Loan application assistance; Employee management; B2B networking; Emerging markets; International trade

How can I help my community improve our economy?: Community needs assessment; Sustainable business planning; Emergency preparedness; Rural business development; Economic impact studies; Retail trade analysis; Capacity building; Market research and analysis

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We Are Certified

The NASBITE Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) credential is a benchmark for competency in global commerce and demonstrates an individual's ability to conduct global business in: Global Business Management, Global Marketing, Supply Chain Logistics, and Trade Finance.

The International Trade Center is one of the largest Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) training providers in the United States. We think this certification is so important that our entire consulting staff has earned their CGBP credential.

Why is this important?

Providing value and delivering real-world results for clients and partners is what drives the International Trade Center. In order to achieve this, we have the CGBP credentialed and experienced consultants who can assist clients with their technical trade questions. No other organization in Texas has more CGBP consultants than we do.

To learn more about our training visit our CGBP training pages. Feel free to visit the NASBITE CGBP site to learn more about the certification.

WHO WE ARE

The International Trade Center is one of the largest and the most successful trade assistance organization in the State of Texas. Established in 1992, it provides businesses with high-value trade consulting services, cutting-edge market research and innovative training programs that deliver results.

Providing value and delivering real-world results for clients and partners is what drives the International Trade Center. It has a proven track record of delivering the technical know-how and support that has helped hundreds of Texas companies enter new markets, create more efficient supply chains and become more globally competitive. In 2010, we helped our clients generate over $181 million in international sales, create 173 new jobs and expand into hundreds of new markets.

WHAT WE DO

WORLD CLASS ONE-ON-ONE TRADE CONSULTING

The International Trade Center is the only source of comprehensive trade consulting and market research services in the State of Texas. Our clients receive comprehensive, world-class consulting and technical trade assistance provided by experienced and CGBP credentialed International Business Consultants.

Our services are always 100% confidential, customized and are offered at no cost. Whether your company is just starting its international operations or is an experienced firm looking to expand into new global markets, our team of consultants can provide you with the trade consulting and technical assistance that will help you make better decisions and increase profits.

CUSTOMIZED MARKET RESEARCH SERVICES

International Trade Center is the only trade organization in the region that has an in-house research team. The research team uses state-of-the-art resources and has access to the most complete and sought-after databases to provide the latest market information and them most relevant trade data.

CUTTING-EDGE TRADE TRAINING

Every training program organized by the International Trade Center delivers real-world information and expertise on how to be successful in global trade. Companies can choose from a wide variety of market specific or trade skill programs that are conducted by industry experts. Our live seminars and webinars deliver critical international business know-how and a high level of take-away value that you can immediately apply.

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Latest Success Story

Guillén International is an international consulting company based in San Antonio, Texas that specializes in providing international marketing and logistics services. For the last twenty years, the owner Lorena Guillén has been helping small businesses succeed in global markets.