Why Export?
The international market is a $4 trillion opportunity where American products can be competetive and profitable.
Ninety-five percent of the world's population and two-thirds of total world purchasing power are located outside the United States.
World trade has grown at twice the rate of the U.S.economy since 1960.
Exporting offers the oppotunity to open new markets, broaden the customer base, and reduce the effects of seasonal fluctuations in domestic sales.
New and expanded information tools and services make it easier for firms of all sizes to enter and succed in international marketplace.
In Illinois, one in five manufacturing jobs is tied to exports and the international marketplace.
Every $1 billion in exports creates 25,000 jobs.
