Gateway to success.

A global entrypoint to the United States.

At the Alabama Department of Commerce, the Global Business Office advances the creation of quality jobs and economic growth in Alabama through international engagement.

Global Business supports Alabama’s foreign direct investment attraction efforts to heighten awareness that Alabama is a global gateway to the United States and an export platform for foreign-based investments. The office acts as a liaison for visiting foreign delegations and dignitaries and supports the Recruitment and Retention Office on export-driven projects.

We are passionate about strengthening Alabama’s international ecosystem and fostering cooperation with local, state, regional and federal trade entities to ensure a healthy climate for international business.

Publications

Making the transition to Alabama an easy one, is important. Which is why gaining access to business publications with relevant and helpful information is made easy.

Supporting Alabama businesses.

The Alabama State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) Grant offers eligible Alabama small and medium-sized businesses assistance in launching or expanding export activities.

Expanding international sales.

The Global Business Office hosts trade missions and trade events to connect Alabama’s companies to promising markets around the globe.

Recognizing excellence in exports.

To recognize excellence in exporting by Alabama businesses and to celebrate their international success, the Global Business Office selects companies engaged in exporting to receive the Governor’s Trade Excellence Award in an annual ceremony. Small, medium and large exporters from across the state are eligible, and companies selected are from the manufacturing, service, education and agribusiness sectors.