This month, we're going to focus on 5 programs to help companies with their international business:
1. Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) - Seneca County is part of FTZ #151 which can reduce duties on imported goods/materials
2. Regional Growth Partnership (RGP) - Paul Zito, RGP's Vice President of International Development, has excellent advice + connections
3. International Trade Assistance Center (ITAC) - The ITAC at the Toledo Chamber is the front gate to all state exporting resources
4. Export Internship Program - places OSU student in summer internship at company to develop exports, reimburses 1/2 wages
5. Ex-Im Bank - provides pre-export finance, buyer finance, and insurance to help reduce risk of exporting. Zito or ITAC can connect company to it.