VITAL

Trade Missions help Virginia companies grow international sales

Please Contact us at 757-628-2661 or memberdesk@vamaritime.com

“Promoting trade through Virginia’s ports is central to the mission of the Virginia Maritime Association.  Through this program we’ll be able to help our member companies increase their international sales and move more goods through our ports.  This initiative is a demonstration of the Commonwealth’s commitment to helping Virginia companies increase their exports and exposure to international markets and we’re pleased to be part of it,”
-Art Moye, Virginia Maritime Association Executive Vice President (2004-2018).  

ABOUT:

The VEDP | International VITAL program's mission is to increase the number of Virginia companies selling overseas and their volume of international business. The program helps both new and experienced exporters enter new international markets by identifying new markets, developing market entry strategies and locating distributors and representatives for products or services. Virginia businesses interested in increasing international sales benefit from our export development programs, publications, resources, and market research.

GLOBAL RESEARCH:

• International consultants in over 75 countries at your service
• In-country market research specific to your product or service
• Gain local knowledge fast

TRADE MISSIONS:

• International business meetings arranged on your behalf
• Pre-qualified potential buyers or distributors
• Face-to-face meetings critical to international business
  

TRADE SHOWS:

• Exhibit products and services at international trade shows
• Network with prospective customers and grow international sales

VALET PROGRAM:

• Award-winning program increases international sales by 54%
• Application based, two-year business acceleration program
• Specialized international resources from private-sector program partners

GOING GLOBAL DEFENSE INITIATIVE:

• International revenue streams for defense companies
• Market research, digital marketing and export compliance
• Attend defense-related trade shows and COCOM events

Ready to Participate?

VMA member companies interested in participating may contact the VMA at 757-622-2639