Ten Virginia Companies Expand into Global Markets through Commonwealth's Trade Accelerator Program

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that 10 companies across the Commonwealth have graduated from the Virginia Economic Development Partnership’s (VEDP) Virginia Leaders in Export Trade (VALET) program. VALET, which now has more than 350 graduated companies, assists Virginia exporters that have firmly established domestic operations and are committed to international exporting as a growth strategy. 

“Each of the 10 graduating companies represents a Virginia success story, and we commend their accomplishments achieved in the global marketplace since joining VALET two years ago,” said Governor Glenn Youngkin. “This award-winning program accelerates the development of international business by connecting companies with the practical tools needed for successful export sales, which in turn creates jobs and grows Virginia’s economy.”

“VEDP’s VALET program has a long track record of success helping companies of all sizes identify new international markets, develop market entry strategies, and locate distributors and representatives for products or services,” said Secretary of Commerce and Trade Caren Merrick. “The graduating Virginia companies represent a range of industries from advanced materials manufacturing to medical technology and security, demonstrating the diversity of products from the Commonwealth that are in demand abroad. The VALET program is a best-in-class global business acceleration program that provides long-term benefits to participants, and we look forward to seeing the graduates’ international presence continue to grow.”

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