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We Shorten the Distance Between You and the World
Since 1999, Van Andel Global Trade Center has been helping Michigan businesses succeed globally. Whether you are thinking about opening a new market, figuring out customs compliance and international regulations, or looking for overseas suppliers to complement your global supply chain, VAGTC can help.
“The team at Van Andel Global Trade Center is great to work with and are a wealth of knowledge. Love all the training they do. Who else could make learning about international so much fun.“ - Scott V., Google Review
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“The VAGTC is an invaluable resource for exporters and importers of all sizes. Their educational programs will help companies with all degrees of experience in international trade. VAGTC has shown me that American business, particularly in Michigan, is 100% competitive and successful in international trade!” - Paul Vandevert, Vandevert Trade Law
It takes many factors to succeed in today's globalized marketplace. Contact GVSU's Van Andel Global Trade Center today, to find ways to get support for your global business growth!
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International Business Resources
State Trade Expansion Program (STEP)
Van Andel Global Trade Center is the State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) Regional Export Network Host for West Michigan! Learn More About STEP.
Worldwide Credit Reports
Van Andel Global Trade Center is pleased to offer worldwide credit reports to help you evaluate operations, stability and profitability of those you are working with. Request a Credit Report.
INTERNATIONAL JOB BOARD
Are you hiring? Let us help! Email VAGTC your job openings and they will post them right here on our International Job Board. Are you job seeking? Click here to see available job opportunities!
EXPORT-IMPORT BANK OF THE U.S.
Since 2005, Van Andel Global Trade Center has been the designated representative of EXIM Bank for Michigan. Connecting Michigan exporters with access to information and assistance on the export finance programs available. Learn more about Export-Import Bank of the U.S.
KENT-OTTAWA-MUSKEGON FOREIGN-TRADE ZONE
In 1999, Van Andel Global Trade Center became the administrator of the Kent-Ottawa-Muskegon Foreign-Trade Zone. Learn More About Kent-Ottawa-Muskegon Foreign-Trade Zone.
Van Andel Global Trade Center is a business resource center of Grand Valley State University's Seidman College of Business.