ITC Resources

  • Innovation DuPage
    Innovation DuPage works with entrepreneurs and growing businesses to transform good ideas into strong businesses, strong businesses into winning brands, and winning brands into a collaborative community.
  • U.S. Customs and Border Patrol
    In order to avoid potential problems in the clearance of your merchandise, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) strongly recommends that you familiarize yourself with CBP policies and procedures prior to actually importing/exporting your goods. You should also be aware of any entry requirements specific to the particular commodity you are importing/exporting, including those of other federal agencies. To assist you, we offer the following tips for new importers and exporters.
  • US EXIM Bank
    The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) is the official export credit agency of the United States, which equips exporters with the financing tools necessary to compete for global sales. 
  • U.S. Export Assistance Centers
    The Commercial Service has a network of export and industry specialists located in more than 100 U.S. cities and over 80 countries worldwide. These trade professionals provide counseling and a variety of products and services to assist small and midsized U.S. businesses export their products and services.
  • U.S. International Trade Administration
    The U.S. Commercial Service is the trade promotion arm of the U.S. Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration. U.S. Commercial Service trade professionals in over 100 U.S. cities and in more than 75 countries help U.S. companies get started in exporting or increase sales to new global markets.
  • U.S. Small Business Administration
    So, how can you take your business to the next level by selling overseas? What do you need to be successful in exporting? What resources are available to help your small business export endeavors? These experts came together to answer these questions and more. Here are highlights from their discussions.

Contact Information

Business Development Center
Illinois International Trade Center
535 Duane Street, Office 233
Glen Ellyn IL 60137

Regular Hours of Operation
Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.