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