Oregon SBDC BizCenter
“It's helpful to identify strategies that work and learn ways to improve upon them, as well as avoid the strategies that don't work.”

—Joseph and Christina Swafford, Swafford's Champagne Patio, Lincoln City, OR
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International
“We must become the change we want to see.” —Mahatma Gandhi

Are you looking to global markets to export or import goods and services? The Oregon Small Business Development Center Network has resources to help you connect to and conduct business around the world.

We have been providing international trade education programs and one-on-one business counseling on international trade for over 20 years.

Through www.bizcenter.org and our Network of 19 local Centers you can gain access to international trade information and assistance you need to succeed in the global marketplace.

    We have experienced, professional staff that can provide comprehensive services and resources to assist businesses in all aspects of international trade:

  • We offer short-term, targeted workshops, seminars and classes on a variety of international trade topics.

  • We provide one-on-one counseling to businesses entering or expanding in the global marketplace.

  • We offer Oregon businesses access to local, state, national and international public and private sector resources.


Our services include

  • Specialized Training Programs:

    The Portland Community College SBDC “Going Global” international trade program offers specialized training programs on a variety of international topics including global business management, trade finance, international logistics and documentation, international marketing, and legal and cultural issues.

  • Counseling:

    Experienced OSBDCN international trade counselors provide in-depth, one-on-one assistance to Oregon businesses on the techniques, procedures and strategies of international trade. We can assist in assessing the readiness of your company and products for export markets, developing export and import strategies covering international markets, your global supply chain, trade finance, legal issues and other global business activities. Our counseling services are confidential, free and available by appointment.

  • Apply for Counseling Assistance

  • Connection to trade resources:

    Get connected to international trade resources to help answer questions, resolve problems and explore opportunities.

Export/Import Help is Here

The Oregon Small Business Development Center Network provides value-added assistance in the following areas.

Click on one of the links below for assistance:

Exporting
  • Everything you need to know to export your goods and services abroad.
Importing
  • The ins and outs of successful importation of goods and services.
Trade Events and Seminars
  • Learn about international trade
  • Find listings of events/seminars/workshops
Trade Information & Resources
  • Articles
  • Books
  • Links to Various Other Information & Resources
NASBITE/CGBP Certification
  • What is a CGBP (Certified Global Business Professional)
  • What trade skills are certified and at what depth?
  • What training is avaiable?
International Trade Organizations
  • Links to International Organizations
  • Links to Oregon International Organizations
Job Listings
  • Opportunities for international job seekers
  • Recruitment opportunities for employers
Discussion Forums
  • International Trade discussion board