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Show Navigation MenuCONTACT US # Foreign Direct**Investment** ## Grounds for **Global Success** With a diverse economy that spans industries from agriculture to advanced technology, and a GDP rivaling the size of most countries, Pennsylvania is an ideal place for international companies looking to relocate or expand in the U.S. The BusinessPA team provides confidential, customized support to help international businesses get started in Pennsylvania.
From setting up a U.S. business entity to identifying potential sites and exploring workforce options, our team makes it easy to establish business operations here. Our foreign direct investment representatives around the world, as well as the BusinessPA team, serve as business advocates and liaisons between international companies and federal, state, and local resources. Partner with us to make moves in Pennsylvania.
## $923 Billion Statewide GDP (yes... it's bigger than Switzerland and Turkey!) 5,600+Foreign-owned firms operating in Pennsylvania Over 324,000 Pennsylvania workers employed by foreign-owned firms Top investing countries include United Kingdom, Germany, Canada, France, and Japan ### Strategic Partnerships Program Learn more about investing in, trading with, or partnering with Pennsylvania-based businesses as an international company.
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) services are administered by the BusinessPA International team. Here's just some of what we can do for you and your business: * **Site Selection & Visits:**Find and tour potential sites that fit business needs. * **Research & Data:**Get detailed insights on available workforce, infrastructure, taxes, and more.
* **Business Connections:**Meet regional and local suppliers, economic development partners and elected officials. * **Financial Assistance:**Explore grants, low-interest loans, tax credits, and other financial tools.
### **Interagency Coordination** As a one-stop shop, the BusinessPA International team will coordinate the involvement of all Commonwealth agencies in a business development project (Department of Environmental Protection,Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, Department of Labor and Industry, Department of Revenue, and other agencies as necessary) and work with the BusinessPA team for developing a financial incentives package.
Additionally, our team will help to facilitate introductions and pre-application meetings and expedite permit review and approval if possible. ### Access to Economic Development Incentives The BusinessPA International team serves as the primary contact for businesses wishing to access the Commonwealth’s various economic development incentive programs.
We perform a thorough due diligence review of each project taking into consideration the following: * Overall economic impact of the project * Company’s financial condition * Validity of the company’s business model * Strength of commitments for private financing for the project * Competitive posture of the project Senior Managing Director, International Trade & Investment 717. 720. 7373 | dbriel@pa.
gov CONNECT (opens in a new tab) ## Connect with our **International Investments** team ## **Or, for localized assistance, contact a representative in your country. ** Senior Managing Director, International Trade & Investment Tel: 717. 720.
7373dbriel@pa. gov Managing Director, International Operations Tel: 717. 720.
7361kskopp@pa. gov Senior Manager, International Investment Tel: 717. 720.
7380amortha@pa. gov Manager, International Investment Tel: 717. 214.
5827thoschmidt@pa. gov Director, International Business Development Tel: 717. 300.
8402amederos@pa. gov Manager, International Investment Tel: 717. 317.
5330rescudero@pa. gov Manager, International Investment Tel: 717. 317.
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