South Carolina small businesses (SBA size, 2+ years in business) can be reimbursed for pre-approved export costs such as international trade shows, trade missions, U.S. Commercial Service fees and website localization through STEP or SCOPE; award amounts not published.
Reimburses eligible South Carolina small businesses for pre-approved export-related expenses through the SBA State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) or the state's South Carolina Opportunities for Promoting Exports (SCOPE) program. Eligible costs include international trade shows, SC Commerce trade missions, U.S. Commercial Service programs, website and marketing localization and other export initiatives. Awards depend on funds available and application strength. Amount not published on the program page.
U.S. business headquartered or with operations in South Carolina
In business for no less than two years
Organized for profit
Has an export-ready product or service and a strategic plan for exporting
Meets the SBA definition of a small business
Goods or services of U.S. origin or with at least 51% U.S. content
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