A Roadmap for Connecting with International Investors

Ramping Up an FDI Attraction Strategy 

Attracting international investment can seem daunting, especially for economic development organizations (EDOs) new to the endeavor or with limited staffing resources. However, successfully attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) to your locale typically provides generous returns. While FDI attraction presents a unique set of challenges, at its core, it works by the same principles as domestic business attraction. Thankfully, there are federal resources, SelectUSA, and the U.S. Commercial Service, as well as state and local resources, including chambers of commerce, industrial associations, cultural organizations, international twinning agreements, and more, that you can leverage to overcome the challenges associated with FDI attraction. Ultimately, the strategies and resources for connecting with foreign investors are more accessible than they seem at first glance.

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