Export Programs FlexEx Program –Up to 20 hours of assistance per year –This program can be used for a range of services, including: Distributor or partner search Local partner vetting Market research Assistance understanding local regulations. –Eligibility: business operations in Maryland and directly related to exporting

Export Programs ExportMD Grant Program –Up to $10,000 in reimbursement for expenses and up to 40 hours of assistance –Eligible expenses: trade show fees, travel expenses, translation of marketing materials –Qualifications: Have business operations in Maryland In good standing with the Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation In existence for at least one year Has not received an ExportMD Award in the last 2 years Is a “small business” as defined by the SBA Is planning an eligible international business initiative ​ –Deadlines: February 1, April 1, June 1, August 1, October 1 and December 1.

Export Programs Trade Show Support Free or subsidized exhibition space at selected trade shows Upcoming shows at which MD Commerce will be participating: –MEDICA, November 2015 –Arab Health, January 2016 –IndiaSoft, March 2016 –Hannover Messe, April 2016 –Farnborough Air Show, July 2016 –Africa Aerospace & Defense, September 2016 Other events/activities: –Call missions (Brazil/Mexico) –Incoming delegations for buyers/partners

Contact Jessica Reynolds Regional Manager Office of International Investment & Trade Maryland Department of Commerce World Trade Center 401 East Pratt Street, 7 th Floor Baltimore, Maryland USA Phone: