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Attend an Event
Trade events are a great way to connect with experts, other businesses, and potential foreign business partners.

Attend An Event

Events for Exporters

By organizing trade missions and educational seminars; providing matching or export counseling services at trade shows; and recruiting buyer delegations to U.S. trade shows, the U.S. Government helps U.S. exporters expand global sales at trade events.
Network and Learn at Events
Webinars, local seminars, and national conferences are a great way to connect and learn.
Meet Buyers at Events
Participating in trade shows and on trade missions is a cost-effective way to find new customers.
Events by Industry
Keep up with industry-focused events of all types by connecting with our Industry Teams.
Trade Mission Calendar
Find the best trade mission for your company - filter by date, mission stop, region, or industry with our trade mission calendar.

Services for Trade Event Organizers


Services for Event Organizers

Organizers of trade events, U.S. Pavilions, expos, and business conferences can take advantage of either the Trade Events Partnership Program or the Trade Events Menu of Services offered by the International Trade Administration (ITA)

Certified Trade Missions Program

Overseas events planned, organized, recruited, and led by private and public sector export-oriented groups, but hosted by the U.S. Department of Commerce’s overseas Commercial Service offices.

Foreign Direct Investment Attraction Events

SelectUSA hosts a range of events – in addition to sponsoring and participating in select industry events – in the United States and around the world. These activities enable investors to connect directly with representatives of U.S. locations to learn about specific opportunities for their businesses, while also learning how and why to invest in the United States.  

Featured Events

Top national and international events bring together buyers, sellers, and trade experts from around the world and the country.
Trade Winds
Trade Winds Forum & Mission
Gain market insight and solidify your business strategy at the largest annual U.S. Government-led trade mission and business forum.
Global Diversity Export Initiative
Global Diversity Export Initiative
Learn about tools, resources, and best practices for growing product and service exports. Join virtual and live events throughout the United States designed to help minority and women-owned businesses, among others, that seek international expansion.
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Discover Global Markets Business Development Forum
Connect with industry leaders, U.S. commercial diplomats and specialists based in key markets overseas, and fellow exporters at our flagship event series for U.S. companies.