North Carolina plays a strong role in the global economy, thanks to our central East Coast U.S.A. location, motivated workforce, competitive business climate and extraordinary quality of life. For these reasons and more, a wide variety of companies enjoy the advantages the state has to offer - from exporting their products to locating or expanding their operations.
The North Carolina Department of Commerce provides specialists who can help you take advantage of the many opportunities available in our expanding global economy.
If you are with a North Carolina company interested in pursuing or increasing foreign sales opportunities through exporting, we have information and experts ready to assist you.
If you are with a foreign-based company seeking a prime business location to expand or locate your operations in the United States, we likewise have information and experts to help you accomplish this goal.
Companies that engage in global business grow faster and achieve higher profits. Our International Business services professionals help you take advantage of global opportunities in two different areas.
- Our International Trade business development managers offer services to help North Carolina companies export for the first time and assist those North Carolina companies who want to expand their export capability.
- Our International Investment economic development managers focus on attracting and retaining companies from around the world. We guide you through the steps in the site selection process and help you to forge relationships with North Carolina government, industry, and development agencies. From site selection to facility opening, we act as a part of your project team.