CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE DEVELOPMENT

In 2014, the Scheinfeld Center became host to a California Center for International Trade Development (CITD). The CITD are established by the Chancellor’s Office of the State of California to promote the state’s international trade and competitiveness.

Established in 1989, the California Centers for International Trade Development (CITD) are funded by the Chancellor’s Office of the State of California to promote the state’s international trade and competitiveness, assist exporters and importers, and advance economic and job growth. The CITDs assist California business to expand internationally as well as help colleges become more globalized.

The California CITDs have offices across the state and provide a full range of trade assistance services to companies and individuals in the state of California. All services are either free or low cost. Whether you are new or experienced in export or import, small or large, CITD has experts and resources ready to help you. Our free or low-cost programs and services include one-on-one technical assistance and consulting, market research, training and educational programs, trade leads and special events. The CITD is a place to learn about international matchmaking events and other programs taking place both in California and abroad.

Key services include:

• Deliver Export and Import Programs to Create Jobs
• Inform Career Pathways and Technical Assistance
• Expand Global Trade Curriculum and International Marketing Opportunities