Minnesota Trade Office

Purpose
This program assists Minnesota companies in successfully competing in international markets.

Customers and Services
Primary customers are small and medium-sized manufacturers and service providers requiring export assistance. Services include counseling and technical assistance from international trade representatives who can guide companies through the challenges of conducting international business; promotional programs (trade missions and trade shows) to help companies explore market opportunities firsthand and meet potential buyers, distributors, and partners; education and training programs (seminars, workshops, and roundtables) designed to provide companies the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful exporters; and online market information and reference materials.

There is a focused strategy and array of programs designed specifically to enhance the state's relationship with China. The program also works closely with the DEED library to maintain an extensive collection of market intelligence available to companies for market research. Minnesota companies can easily access services by calling the Trade Assistance Helpline.

Measures - Reporting period is state fiscal year (SFY), July 1 – June 30

More DEED measures: Uniform Program Accountability Measures

Funding Source and Expenditure (in thousands) 

Statutory Authority
-- Minn. Stat., Chap. 116J.966

Contact Information
Katie Clark, Director
Phone: 651.259.7489 or toll-free: 800.657.3858; Fax: 651.296.3555; TTY: 651.296.3900

This information current as of December 2011.