Global Market Access Program
Supports Missouri exporters with resources for trade missions and market-entry activities worldwide.
The Global Market Access Program is a financial assistance program operated by the Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) to help Missouri businesses pursue international market opportunities. The program provides cost-sharing support for activities such as participation in international trade shows and trade missions, reducing the direct financial burden on Missouri firms seeking to establish or expand export relationships. It is one of several DED trade and international programs designed to improve the global competitiveness of Missouri's business community.
Eligibility is generally limited to businesses that are registered and operating in Missouri and that are seeking to develop or expand export sales to international markets. The program sits within DED's broader portfolio of business development programs, which also includes export assistance through MO STEP=UP and access to the Missouri Trade and Export Council network. DED administers these programs in coordination with partner organizations that provide trade facilitation services.
The Global Market Access Program operates on a rolling basis and does not follow a fixed annual competition calendar with published award-round deadlines. Missouri businesses interested in the program should contact DED directly at ecodev@ded.mo.gov or through the Missouri business support portal to obtain current guidance on eligible activities, application procedures, and available funding levels, as program parameters may be updated as federal and state co-funding arrangements evolve.
Financial assistance for Missouri businesses participating in international trade shows and trade missions to develop export markets.
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