Greater Seattle Export Accelerator
Go global. Increase profits and diversify risks.
Complimentary export assistance for Greater Seattle businesses.
The Greater Seattle Export Accelerator or GSEA collaborates with community, state, and federal trade organizations to provide advanced export training, export advising, and access to international markets. Designed for small and medium-sized businesses in King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties, GSEA empowers companies to expand their global reach.
By providing the tools and resources to grow exports, we help businesses increase profits, diversify risk, and create new job opportunities—fueling economic growth across the region.
We grow the regional economy by helping businesses trade globally.
Our team of trade experts guides you in identifying market opportunities, assessing financial readiness, selecting target international markets, and addressing supply chain needs. Once you’re export-ready, we’ll continue to support your growth by enhancing your product lifecycle, refining sales strategies, and building channel loyalty to ensure long-term success. The program is fully sponsored by Greater Seattle Partners.
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Award-Winning Export Accelerator Program
The Greater Seattle Export Accelerator, fully-sponsored by Greater Seattle Partners in collaboration with the U.S. Small Business Administration, connects local businesses to a powerful network of resources to help them succeed in global markets.
In 2024, 33 companies from sectors like aerospace, cleantech, food processing, IT, life sciences, manufacturing, maritime, and retail graduated from the program. These businesses are projected to see annual revenue growth of $350K to $1M within one to three years.
In 2025, we are offering two cohorts—one in the spring and one in the fall. Each cohort participants will benefit from 4 in-person sessions, 13 online webinars, and expert guidance to refine their international business strategies. The spring program will be running from February 10 to April 28.
The program offers access to a vast support network, including the Washington Export Outreach Team (WEOT) and District Export Council members, as well as private-sector leaders in logistics, compliance, and trade practices. Collaboration with public agencies, ports, and educational institutions ensures businesses gain the tools and expertise needed to navigate regulations and thrive globally.
The Greater Seattle Export Accelerator program was recognized in the Business Facilities 2024 Economic Development Organization (EDO) Awards, in the category of Large EDOs (population over 500K).
Application
The Greater Seattle Export Accelerator is a fully-sponsored program designed for businesses with developed export strategy in King, Pierce, and Snohomish Counties. To apply, simply complete the application—it takes no more than 10 minutes. All personal and business information will remain confidential. Applications for the spring 2025 cohort (cohort 3) are open until January 31, 2025. Submissions received after this date will be considered for the fall 2025 cohort (cohort 4).
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