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ABOUT US

IBG Global is the world’s most experienced international trade development network.

Delivers regional and global solutions exceeding the reach and capabilites of smaller trade consultancies.

Employs best practices for global trade promotion shared across our network.

Services client projects with senior-level executives rather than junior-level analysts.

IBG Global is a consortium of 22 independently owned international trade and investment consultancies operating across more than 100 countries. Established in 2002, the network provides comprehensive market entry services for exporters and specialized investment promotion support for national, regional, and state-level economic development organizations. IBG Global delivers structured, research-driven, and results-oriented international business development services. We support government agencies and private-sector firms by identifying qualified partners, assessing market opportunities, facilitating trade missions, and accelerating export growth. Our network’s integrated approach ensures consistent service quality while leveraging deep local expertise in each market.

 

Between 2020 and 2025, IBG Global conducted more than 200 trade missions on behalf of government trade agencies and completed over 3,000 market entry projects and partner searches. With more than 100 full-time professionals and clients in over 100 markets, IBG Global is the largest dedicated trade development consultancy in the world.

 

In addition to service delivery, IBG Global contributes to the advancement of the international trade development profession through the publication of research reports and analytical studies. These publications provide evidence-based insights, emerging trends, and best practices that support agencies in strengthening their export and investment promotion strategies

 

IBG Global members adhere to rigorous professional standards and collectively set a benchmark for excellence in international trade and investment promotion. Our network is committed to delivering high-quality, actionable intelligence and measurable outcomes that support the strategic objectives of our government and private-sector clients.

Alberta Economic Development

ApexBrasil

Business Finland

Colorado Office of Economic Development

Council of (U.S.) Great Lakes Governors and (Canada) Premiers

Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina

Enterprise Florida

Enterprise Ireland

Georgia Department of Economic Development

German Federal Government

Government of Canada

Hong Kong Trade Development Council

Illinois Department of Commerce

Invest Hong Kong

Invest Northern Ireland

IBG Global and its individual member companies are trusted providers to the international trade programs of national and state agencies including:

Clients that Matter

Jobs Ohio

Maryland Department of Commerce

Michigan Economic Development Corporation

Minnesota Economic Development

New York State Development

Pennsylvania Department of Economic Development

ProChile

ProFinland

ProEcuador

ProPeru

Switzerland Global Enterprise

U.S. Department of Agriculture

Virginia Economic Development Partnership

Wisconsin Economic Development Authority

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