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Shreveport Export
Assistance Center (EAC)
Companies interested in
obtaining export assistance may contact the EAC, an office of the U.S.
Department of Commerce/International Trade Administration. The primary
focus of the EAC is to assist export-ready clients, those with
the commitment and resources to establish or expand their export
potential. The center provides hands-on export marketing for small and
medium-size companies. At the EAC, the commercial trade specialist helps
a company gauge its export potential, locate good overseas markets,
develop sales strategies, identify agents and customers, and start
successful export operations. The specialist also can answer questions
about exporting (financing, shipping, export licenses, shipping
documents, etc.) and introduce exporters to important contacts, such as
freight forwarders, international banks, and export trading companies.
Contact: (318) 676-3064,
www.buyusa.gov/shreveport/
U.S. Export-Import Bank
The Ex-Im Bank is a federal
agency that provides insurance for foreign receivables, working capital,
loans and guarantees. It also has special programs for environmental,
project financing, and small businesses. Contact:
www.exim.gov/index.cfm
Shreveport-Bossier U.S.
Customs Office
Companies involved in importing from foreign sources may clear their
goods and/or obtain information from the U.S. Customs and Border
Protection office
based at the
Shreveport Regional Airport. Contact: (318) 635-7873,
www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/import/
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Ark-La-Tex Regional Export & Technology Center, Inc.
Companies that are not currently involved in international trade that
would like to explore the possibilities of exporting or importing may
contact the Ark-La-Tex Regional Export & Technology Center, Inc. for
information. Information also is available regarding Foreign Trade Zones
and Custom Bonded Warehouses. Contact: (318) 671-1050,
www.cdconline.org/businessincubator.htm
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Louisiana Department of Economic Development, International Services
This agency utilizes trade shows, contacts with an extensive
international network and databases to identify trade opportunities for
local businesses. It also assists firms in finding foreign distributors,
representatives, licensees or joint venture partners/sources, and helps
Louisiana companies access the Federal export loan assistance programs
locally in conjunction with the Louisiana Economic Development
Corporation program. Co-sponsors trade seminars with public and private
entities. The seminars are designed to encourage attendees to consider
the possibility of exporting. Contact: (225) 342-4323,
http://www.led.state.la.us/louisiana-economic-development-department/international-services.aspx
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The Coordinating
and Development Corp.
5210 Hollywood Avenue, P. O. Box 37005
Shreveport, LA 71133-7005
Phone: (318) 632-2022
Fax/TDD: (318) 632-2099
E-mail:
info@cdconline.org
Copyright 2003, The
Coordinating and Development Corporation. Redistribution to all others
interested in economic development is strongly encouraged. Please cite
The Coordinating and Development Corporation whenever portions are
reproduced or redirected.
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