MICHIGAN
Exporting goods and services.
Importing opportunity.
In 2013, Michigan export revenue exceeded
$58.4 billion.
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation
(MEDC) is the state’s marketing arm and lead
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advocate for business development, talent and
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jobs, tourism, film and digital media incentives, arts
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and cultural grants, and overall economic growth.
The MEDC offers a number of business assistance
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services and capital programs for business attraction
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acceleration,
entrepreneurship,
strategic
partnerships, talent enhancement, and urban and
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community development.
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TOP MICHIGAN EXPORT MARKETS for 2013
1. Canada
2. Mexico
3. China
4. Germany
5. Japan
6. Australia
7. South Korea
8. Belgium
$25.9 billion
$12.2 billion
$4.2 billion
$1.7 billion
$1.4 billion
$1.1 billion
$1.1 billion
$814 million
9. Saudi Arabia
$775 million
10. Brazil
$773 million
11. U.K.
$733 million
12. Italy
$598 million
13. United Arab Emirates $525 million
14. Russia
$480 million
15. France
$444 million
In 2011, a total of 14,814 companies exported from Michigan locations, 90% were small or medium-sized
enterprises with less than 500 employees. These firms generated over one-fifth of Michigan’s total exports.
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Michigan is helping companies do business around the world.
In a state long known for
Michigan is a manufacturing leader and
innovation and productivity,
innovator. Now is the time to share this
Michigan is once again the
leadership and innovation with consumers
preferred place to do business.
across the globe. The Michigan Economic
Possibilities begin with a flat
6 percent business tax.
The elimination of personal
property taxes.
Development Corporation (MEDC) can help
Michigan businesses reach new customers in
global markets. Together, we can continue
to reinvent Michigan by looking beyond our
borders and opening them up to the promise
regulatory processes.
All on the heels of wiping out
a $1.5 billion budget deficit.
Add it all up and you have
an ideal combination of
opportunity, resources and
passion that’s Pure Michigan.
Michigan/Canada center
STEP assists qualifying Michigan companies with
export sales strategy. The program has been
developed to:
• Increase the dollar value of Michigan exports
• Expand the number of Michigan companies that
export
• Introduce current exporters to new foreign markets
and buyers
Canada is the largest export
market for Michigan companies,
with over $25 billion in goods
exported in 2012. Michigan
joined the Michigan/Canada
Center, located in Toronto, to
help companies research, identify
and capitalize on market opportunities in a broad
range of industry sectors across Canada. Exports
to Canada include transportation equipment and
machinery, oil and gas, primary metal manufacturing,
among others.
STEP was launched in 2011 by the U.S. Small Business
Administration (SBA) as part of the president’s National
Export Initiative with a goal to double U.S. exports and
give America a stronger competitive edge.
International trade offices
Michigan Export Program
Global trade is responsible for thousands of jobs
in Michigan and is helping grow companies and
our economy. The Michigan Export Program gives
businesses the tools they need to become globally
competitive, while helping businesses that already export
goods and services raise the value of their products and
expand their territory.
The program is designed to:
• Increase awareness of export opportunities and
resources
• Provide business strategy to reach international buyers
• Help small businesses compete effectively in multiple
markets
• Generate increased sales and expand the Michigan
workforce
• Provide financial assistance to qualifying companies
The MEDC offers a comprehensive resource to identify
and determine key markets and provides assistance
in all areas of the export process. The MEDC has
international trade offices available to help companies
enter and expand into foreign markets. The MEDC also
offers specific programs tailored to support all types
of business export needs. For more information, visit
michiganbusiness.org/grow/export-assistance or contact
[email protected].
MEDC Strategic Partner networks
• U.S. Export Assistance Centers: export.gov
• U.S. Small Business Administration: sba.gov
• Export-Import Bank of the United States:
exim.gov
• Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural
Development: michigan.gov/mdard
• Michigan District Export Council, West Michigan:
exportwestmichigan.com
• Michigan State University International Business
Center/CIBER: global.broad.msu.edu/ibc
• East Michigan District Export Council:
exportmichigan.biz
• Michigan Small Business and Development
Center: sbdcmichigan.org
• Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center:
mmtc.org
Michigan/China center
and potential of the global marketplace.
Redesigned incentive
programs and streamlined
State Trade Export Program (STEP)
In addition to STEP, the MEDC has four foreign offices
through a partnership with the Council of Great Lakes
Governors (CGLG). These centers provide export
trade development services to small and mediumsized companies interested in expanding their sales
to Brazil, Canada, China and Mexico.
Michigan/Brazil center
Brazil is a growing market for
Michigan companies, with export
sales increasing significantly
over the last five years due to a
sharp rise in Brazil’s purchasing
power. Michigan recently joined
the Brazil trade office of the
CGLG to meet increased demand for Michigan-made
products and services. The center provides access
to market research and assistance in identifying
export opportunities from a broad range of industry
sectors. Exports include transportation equipment and
machinery, medical devices, agriculture, information
technology and many other Michigan products.
Located in Shanghai, the
Michigan/China Center provides
a physical presence for Michigan
and offers an experienced export
services staff in collaboration
with CGLG. The center opened
in September 2012 to expand
the partnership and business opportunities between
Michigan and China. The center provides export trade
development support for companies looking to break
into China. Opportunities exist in the following industry
sectors: transportation equipment and machinery,
primary metal manufacturing, chemicals, waste and
scrap, and computer and electronic products.
Pure Michigan
One brand. One state.
All of Michigan has the opportunity to participate
in the highly successful, Pure Michigan brand.
Pure Michigan has been expanded to support
the pro-business approach for an attractive,
reinvigorated and strong Michigan. Both the
private and public sectors of Michigan can apply
Michigan/Mexico center
to incorporate the brand into their marketing and
Mexico is the second largest
market for Michigan products.
Located in Mexico City, the
Michigan/Mexico Center assists
Michigan companies with
research, market entry strategy
and agent/distributor searches.
Michigan exports, valued at $10.5 billion in 2012,
include transportation equipment and machinery,
chemicals, and computer and electronic products.
promotional campaigns.
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