Small Business Development Center (SBDC)

The University of Pittsburgh’s SBDC, part of the Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence, is a resource for small business owners that provides consulting, workshops, and other specialty business-building support at all stages of the business lifecycle.

International Trade Consulting Services

At the Pitt SBDC, an experienced international trade expert helps businesses explore new international markets to reach new and emerging customer bases.

According to the U.S. Census, 80% of the world’s purchasing power and ninety-two percent of global economic growth occur outside of the United States. This presents significant business opportunities, although navigating global commerce can seem daunting. The Pitt SBDC offers support to help your business thrive in international markets by assisting with planning and strategy implementation. Pitt SBDC international business consultants are ready to help manufacturers, tech firms, retailers, and service companies with export planning and areas such as:

  • Targeting international markets
  • Choosing sales and distribution channels
  • Legal considerations and licensing
  • Logistics procedures and documentation
  • Market research and trade statistics
  • International financing options
  • Export readiness assessments
  • Export Business Plans