Greater Seattle Partners Launches Cohort 4 of the Greater Seattle Export Accelerator

Greater Seattle Partners (GSP) today announced the launch of Cohort 4 of the Greater Seattle Export Accelerator, a customized, six-week hybrid export training program designed to help local businesses expand into international markets.

Fifteen companies from across King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties were selected to participate in this complimentary program, which provides expert-led sessions on market analysis, export strategy development, financial assessment, and supply chain guidance. This cohort represents a diverse mix of key industries that define Greater Seattle’s economy, including aerospace, cleantech, life sciences, advanced manufacturing, food and beverage, creative economy, and trade and logistics.

“This year navigating trade regulations and finding new markets became more important than ever,” said Brian Surratt, President and CEO of Greater Seattle Partners. “Greater Seattle Partners focuses on engaging the world to attract global investment and advance trade. Our Export Accelerator signature program connects local businesses with international markets, advancing U.S. trade.”

Cohort 4 Companies & Industries

1.  Alexandria Nicole Cellars (Wine & Spirits / Winery)
2. Amu Nutrition LLC (Food & Beverage / Nutrition)
3. Apache Aerospace (Aerospace / Components & Systems)
4. AeroGo, Inc. (Industrial Equipment / Material Handling & Mobility)
5. Aquagga, Inc. (Cleantech / Water Treatment)
6. Chihuly Studio (Creative Economy / Arts & Design)
7.  Emissol LLC (Clean Energy / Emissions Reduction Technology)
8. FixturFab, Inc. (Advanced Manufacturing / CPU Tooling and Testing Services)
9. Heritage Triage LLC (Professional Business Consulting and IT Services)
10. JBR International Trade Group, Inc. (Trade & Logistics / Export Services)
11. RO & ELIN, INC Mocel Mezcal (Wine & Spirits / Mezcal Import & Distribution)
12. SHIRAFUJI SAKE BREWERY COMPANY (Food & Beverage / Sake)
13. SoulSweet LLC (Food & Beverage / Confectionery)
14. Sterlitech Corporation (Life Sciences / Filtration & Lab Equipment)
15. Teinnovadora (Wholesale Wine Sales and Distribution)

Building Global Connections

In 2025, GSP is running two accelerator cohorts, offering continuous training and mentorship to businesses at different stages of export readiness. Several Cohort 3 participants have joined Cohort 4 for more advanced training and ongoing support to develop long-term international growth strategies.

The launch of Cohort 4 was hosted and supported by Coupang, a leading US Fortune 150 tech company and global online retailer headquartered in downtown Seattle. Coupang works with more than 10,000 American companies, from small and medium-sized businesses to well-known brands, to export and sell their products to millions of new customers around the world.

“Coupang is proud to support the Greater Seattle Export Accelerator and host the launch of its fourth cohort. Our company exports billions of dollars of American goods each year to major markets abroad, and we look forward to sharing our expertise and resources with this diverse group of companies.” — Jason Park, Director of Global Government Affairs, Coupang

The event was held at Coupang’s Seattle office and welcomed remarks from regional leaders and partners including:

• Jason Park, Director of Global Government Affairs, Coupang
• Brian Surratt, President & CEO, Greater Seattle Partners
• Ryan Calkins, Commissioner, Port of Seattle

The Greater Seattle Export Accelerator is a complimentary program sponsored by Bank of America, City of Seattle, City of Tacoma, Coupang, Port of Seattle, Snohomish County, U.S. Small Business Administration, and the Washington State Department of Commerce. Together, these partners equip businesses with the tools, mentorship, and networks needed to succeed globally.

By helping companies increase exports, diversify risk, and create new jobs, the Greater Seattle Export Accelerator program strengthens the region’s global competitiveness and contributes to Greater Seattle’s leadership in trade and innovation. Since its inception, the Greater Seattle Export Accelerator has supported more than 60 local companies in building export capacity and expanding into new international markets.

Apply for Greater Seattle Export Accelerator Cohort 5

Applications for Cohort 5 of the Greater Seattle Export Accelerator, launching in 2026, are now open. Learn more and apply at https://greater-seattle.com/exportaccelerator/.