Welcome to the Boston U.S. Export Assistance Center!

The Boston U.S. Export Assistance Center (USEAC) serves exporters throughout the state of Massachusetts. By leveraging our global network of 165 offices in 82 countries around the world as well as a multitude of local and national partners, we connect exporters to buyers. Our in-depth industry and tradecraft counseling coupled with an array of exporting services allows us to specialize in providing customized international business solutions.
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Application Period Now Open!

The Massachusetts Office of International Trade and Investment (MOITI), the Massachusetts Export Center, and the Massachusetts Small Business Development Center have announced the availability of grant money for small businesses seeking to increase their exports.

Small businesses can apply for up to $10,000 in State Trade & Export Promotion (STEP) Grants, funded by the Small Business Administration, to grow their exports.

The grants can be used for:

  • trade shows
  • trade conferences
  • trade missions
  • translation and localization costs
  • services offered by the U.S. Commercial Service, such as the Gold Key Service...and more!

Applications are being accepted now through February 28, 2013, and again March 1, 2013 through May 30, 2013. The funds must be spent from September 30, 2012 through September 30, 2013. For more information on qualifications and for the application, please visit MOITI's website.

Regional Briefing Schedule to meet MOITI staff and learn more:

January 15, 2013 @ 8:30 AM – Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce, 134 Court Street, Plymouth

January 16, 2013 @ 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM - Blackstone Valley Chamber of Commerce, 110 Church Street, Whitinsville

January 22, 2013 @ 9:00 AM – Metro West Chamber of Commerce, 1671 Worcester Road, Framingham

January 23, 2013 @ 9:00 AM – Central Mass Chamber, Southbridge Hotel and Conference Center, 14 Mechanic Street, Southbridge

January 29, 2013 @ 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM - Crown Plaza Hotel, One West Street, Pittsfield

February 14. 2013 @ 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM - Metro South Boston Chamber, 60 School Street, Brockton

If you have any questions, please contact MOITI by email STEP@MOITI.org or your trade specialist at the US Commercial Service.

Our experienced staff of International Trade Specialists will help you:

  • Identify and evaluate international partners
  • Navigate international documentation challenges
  • Create market entry strategies
  • Other export related guidance



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