GOEO International Trade And Diplomacy Page
source confidence: Medium status: Useful updated 2026-05-09
Summary
The GOEO International Trade & Diplomacy page describes Utah's international business promotion and trade-diplomacy work. It highlights export activity, diplomatic visits, trade missions, and the state's partnership with World Trade Center Utah.
Useful Claims
- The page says Utah companies exported $17.4 billion in goods in 2023.
- It says 85% of Utah's 3,500-plus exporters are small- and medium-sized businesses.
- It says international trade supports more than 430,000 jobs in Utah.
- The page says GOEO hosts more than 40 diplomatic visits annually and partners with World Trade Center Utah for the governor's trade missions.
- It directs companies looking to expand into new markets to World Trade Center Utah for trade missions, trade shows, workshops, and grant opportunities.
Verbatim
"In 2023, Utah companies exported $17.4 billion in goods, ranking 28th in the nation for international exports and outperforming larger neighboring states, despite being 30th in population. Notably, 85% of Utah's 3,500-plus exporters are small- and medium-sized businesses. International trade supports over 430,000 jobs in the state." — Page opening, export statistics
"GOED hosts over 40 diplomatic visits annually and partners with World Trade Center Utah for Gov. Cox's trade missions." — Page opening, diplomacy and trade missions
"Are you looking to expand your business into new markets? GOED partners with World Trade Center Utah to oversee the state's international business promotion activities. Visit their website to learn about upcoming trade missions, trade shows, business workshops, and grant opportunities." — "International Business" section
Reliability Notes
This is an official program page. Export statistics and diplomatic-program details should be refreshed periodically. For a specific company recommendation, verify the current World Trade Center Utah program or grant before suggesting an application.