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DBED International Operations
A branch of Maryland Dept of Business &
Economic Development.
World Trade Center Institute
U.S. Export Assistance
CenterA local branch of the U.S. Dept of Commerce U.S. and Foreign Commercial
Service.
Trade consulting Grants International Offices International Representatives
International Business Events Connections to World Trade Centers Local and global introductions
Trade Events Monthly NewsletterBusiness Services Trade Consulting and Advocacy
MARYLAND’S KEY INTERNATIONAL SERVICES PROVIDED AT THE STATE AND FEDERAL LEVELS
A private sector lead international business network.
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The Business Development Division’s International Operations team promotes Maryland as a premiere U.S. business location and valuable trading partner.
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International Operations Mission
• Market Maryland as ideal destination for foreign direct investment
• Stimulate economic activity within Maryland through contact with the international marketplace
• Serve Maryland’s business community with the programs, research, contacts, and guidance needed to engage in international business
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Maryland Overview
• Center of the Boston-Miami Corridor on the Atlantic seaboard
• Near nation’s capital, Washington, D.C.• Ranks 42nd in size and 19th in population
among 50 states (5.6 million residents)• Washington-Baltimore Metropolitan Area is:
• Nation’s 4th largest retail market
• Nation’s highest median income
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Strategic Location
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DBED Mission• Attract new businesses to Maryland• Stimulate private investment to create
jobs• Encourage expansion and retention of
existing Maryland companies• Provide Maryland businesses with
support, including workforce training and financial assistance
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State Support For Business• Job creation tax credits
• Research and development tax credits
• Work force training program
• Maryland Venture Fund
• 5% State Sales Tax Exemption to Film/Video Producers
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Target Industries
• Advanced Technologies
• Biosciences
• Insurance & Finance
• Manufacturing & Distribution
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International OperationsPrograms and Services
•Assist with Trade Shows •Coordinate Trade Missions•Market Research & Counseling •Research Potential Customers, Agents & Distributors Overseas•Export Transaction Counseling
•ExportMD Grant - up to $ 5,000 in grant funding - up to 80 hrs of Foreign Office assistance
•Pathfinder
PROGRAMS SERVICES
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Overseas Offices
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International TeamInternational Team
DBED Investment & Trade Executives:
Representatives:China /Taiwan Europe Central/Eastern Europe, Japan, KoreaMiddle East & North AfricaSub Saharan Africa, Singapore, Latin AmericaIndia
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Partner Organizations
• MD Secretary of State’s Office (S.O.S.)• Maryland Department of Agriculture• United States Department of
Commerce• United States Export Assistance
Center (USEAC)• SCORE
Deborah Hawkins-Epps Executive Secretary to David
Edgerley 410.767.6305
David W. EdgerleySecretary
410.767.6301 [email protected]
Clarence BishopDeputy Secretary410.767.6301
Delterese George Executive Assistant to
Clarence Bishop 410.767.6306
