Section 3-304 - International trade activityWith special emphasis on exports, the Office shall encourage businesses in the State to increase international trade activities by:
(1) channeling trade leads and providing a list of prescreened foreign intermediaries;(2) providing informational and consultative services on the international trade process, including: (i) market research and selection;(ii) marketing techniques and risks;(iii) foreign trade laws; and(iv) the availability of private or public financing;(3) developing publications to facilitate the exchange of information on products and services between businesses in the State and foreign businesses;(4) initiating and organizing foreign trade missions to and from foreign countries and participating in trade fairs, in cooperation with local governments and the private sector;(5) establishing an outreach program for small-sized and medium-sized businesses that have export potential to provide counseling and to use experienced private-sector exporters and other qualified persons; and(6) assisting, as appropriate, with acquisition of export-related financing through the Maryland Industrial Development Financing Authority and federal, local, or private programs.