Need export advice, training, or something else? Just ask us! The Connecticut DEC, together with its members and partners, offers a broad array of export assistance services. DEC services include free export mentoring, public speaking, and sponsorship of training and networking events. The DEC also provides a wide variety of free online training, publications, and…
Export-U
We offer free access to the Export-U training website designed to quickly provide the knowledge you need to succeed globally. This includes the webinars listed below, a library & database with hundreds of downloadable publications, and examinations to test and certify your knowledge. Here are links to the individual webinars: 1: Are You Ready to…
Library
Essential information for Connecticut Exporters: Learn about tools, resources, and best practices for growing product and service exports. Our virtual library has tons of great export information, with hundreds of free books, articles, and statistics — all gathered in one convenient online place. Here are links to the library’s sections: Export BasicsA Basic Guide to…
Events & Webinars
The CT DEC works with its partners, including the U.S. Commercial Service’s Connecticut office, to offer in-person and virtual events of interest to the local exporting community. Events offered provide timely information on a range of topics from local experts. CT District Export Council Awards (above)—an annual event since 2024, the CT DEC presents export…
Markets
Top Markets Reports from the ITA* rate global export opportunity for 27 key US industries. Each free report is a complete downloadable PDF book. Reports are available for these industries: Agricultural Equipment Aircraft Parts Auto Parts Building Products Civil and Nuclear Cloud Computing Cold Supply Chain Construction Equipment Defense Educational Environmental Financial Technology Franchising Health…
Countries
Country Commercial Guides from the USCS* contain excellent information on doing business in over 140 world markets. Each free guide is a complete pdf book with the following chapters: 1-Doing Business in (that country) Market opportunities, challenges 2-Political and Economic Environment Includes bilateral relationship with U.S. 3-Selling U.S. Products and Services How best to operate…