Exporting to Expand Sales - Oahu Business Connnector

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EXPORTING

TO EXPAND SALES

Have you ever thought about selling your products to the continental U.S. or internationally? Exporting can help your business reach bigger markets.

Hawaiʻi State Trade Expansion Program (HI-Step) can help you with:

Preparing your business with the Export Readiness Program (HiSTEP-ERP)
Assistance with selling in overseas markets, either through digital platforms or via in-person trade shows with Market Entry and Expansion Activities (MEEA) (Formerly HiSTEP-HP)
Company Assistance (HiSTEP-CA)

*Program based on available funding.

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While preparing your startup, be sure to research and understand the market that you will be entering. Use the searchable Resource Finder to find programs that provide market research assistance. Local libraries are a great place to start.

U.S. Commercial Service Honolulu

A group of trade experts across the United States and in U.S. Embassies and Consulates worldwide. Whether you’re new to exporting or want to grow in new markets, they have the knowledge to help you find great opportunities and boost your profits. They provide export information and a directory of international trade events to connect with international buyers.

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Use the Resource finder and select IMPORT AND EXPORT ASSISTANCE to find organizations that specialize in providing free and low-cost information for startups

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