DED’s International Trade and Investment Office to embark on statewide roadshow

The Department of Economic Development’s (DED) International Trade and Investment Office (ITI), part of the Regional Engagement Division, will embark on a statewide roadshow March 24-28.

“This trip is an exciting opportunity to share more about ITI with Missouri businesses and partners,” said Shannon O’Hagan, Managing Director for the International Trade and Investment Office. “We look forward to building relationships while demonstrating the value of our many programs, services, and initiatives.”

ITI will connect with local businesses and organizations through meetings, information sessions, and site visits held throughout the roadshow. Stops will be made in Cape Girardeau, Columbia, Farmington, Hillsboro, Kansas City, Ozark, Rolla, St. Charles, St. Joseph, St. Louis, and Springfield. ITI will provide details on its free export support services, resources, grant programs, participation in international trade events, and more.

Through its various programs and services, ITI helps companies achieve maximum export potential by taking their business global.

To coordinate a future visit with ITI, contact exports@ded.mo.gov(link sends email) or reach out to a trade specialist listed on ITI’s resources webpage.

About the Missouri International Trade and Investment Office

The Missouri International Trade and Investment Office (ITI) is the lead agency for export assistance in Missouri, with 14 foreign offices worldwide. These offices play a major role in foreign direct investment lead generation within their respective markets.

To learn more about the International Trade and Investment Office, visit ITI’s webpage.

About the Missouri Department of Economic Development

The Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) works to create an environment that encourages economic growth by supporting Missouri’s businesses and diverse industries, strengthening our communities, developing a talented and skilled workforce, and maintaining a high quality of life. As one team built around the customer and driven by data, DED aspires to be the best economic development department in the Midwest. Through its various initiatives, DED is helping create opportunities for Missourians to prosper.

For the latest updates on DED’s current or future programs and initiatives, visit DED’s website.