International Soft-Landing Programs

Explore 32 soft-landing program records for international companies entering U.S. markets.

Enterprise Innovation Institute/ATDC

The Georgia Tech Soft Landing program is an initiative designed to assist international startups and corporations entering the United States market. Offered by the Enterprise Innovation Institute - Global at the Georgia Institute of Technology, this program provides a structured environment to help startups navigate U.S. market complexities. Participants gain access to top-tier educational resources at Georgia Tech’s Enterprise Innovation Institute, the largest university-based economic developm

State: GA

City: Atlanta

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ETSU Innovation Laboratory

East Tennessee State University Innovation Laboratory (Etsu) With a vision of transforming the future through innovation, the East Tennessee State University Innovation Laboratory has served entrepreneurs in the Northeast Tennessee and surrounding regions since 2002, earning the prestigious InBIA International Soft Landings Designation in January of 2015. The mission as a high-tech business incubator is to assist aspiring entrepreneurs in developing emerging technologies from concept through com

State: TN

City: Johnson City

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Global Ventures at Florida Atlantic

Located in Boca Raton, Florida, Global Ventures at Florida Atlantic™ is an entrepreneur support initiative for tech companies that have established themselves in their industry and are ready to scale up to the next level of growth. The program specifically targets international companies looking to come to the United States and launch themselves in the global market. The companies it seeks to assist have achieved approximately $1 million in annual sales and employ at least six people, as well as

State: FL

City: Boca Raton

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Koffman Southern Tier Incubator at Binghamton

Koffman Southern Tier Incubator at Binghamton university The Koffman Southern Tier Incubator, opened in 2017, has a state-of-the-art facility in downtown Binghamton, NY, that spans 35,000 square feet and includes offices, high-tech dry and wet laboratories, common areas, and co-working spaces. This vibrant hub supports the growth of startups through mentorship and programming that inspire innovation and the creation of products and services. The incubator is managed by Binghamton University’s Of

State: NY

City: Binghamton

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Muncie Innovation Connector

The Innovation Connector stands out as a pivotal partner for entrepreneurs navigating the journey from idea to sustainable business. The organization provides more than just office space; it offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to support every aspect of business development. Its strengths are deeply rooted in extensive financial services, which include capital identification assistance, consultation for local and regional loan securing, QuickBooks setup and training, bookkeeping an

State: IN

City: Muncie

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The University of Arizona Center for Innovation

The University of Arizona Center for Innovation (uaci) Launched in 2003, is distinguished as one of Arizona’s leading incubation organizations and is the longest continuously running incubator in the state. UACI is an incubator network on a mission to grow scalable startup ventures that fuel the Arizona economy. UACI supports science and technology companies at all stages of development in Southern Arizona and across the globe. UACI is proud of its direct service to more than 300 companies, impa

State: AZ

City: Tucson

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UF Innovate | Accelerate

UF Innovate | Accelerate is one of the world’s premier entrepreneurial support organizations (ESO). It is the largest home for early-stage companies in North Central Florida and advance the Gator Nation’s placemaking activities and the broader Florida entrepreneurial ecosystem. Through open access, best-of- breed client selection and support, the incubation network leverages early-stage and second-stage ventures in biotech, deep tech, software, AgTech, AI, and other systems and software to build

State: FL

City: Gainesville

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UTRGV Entrepreneurship & Commercialization Center

UTRGV Entrepreneurship & Commercialization Center (ECC) The UTRGV Entrepreneurship and Commercialization Center (ECC) is in the business of assisting entrepreneurs to develop and expand their business through education and collaboration. The ECC serves as a real-life entrepreneurial laboratory for the University and the community where entrepreneurs inside and outside of the University can collaborate to take advantage of opportunities and create value. The ECC has over fifteen years of experien

State: TX

City: Brownsville

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Arizona International Soft Landing Experience (AISLE)

State: AZ

City: Phoenix

Verification: seeded_from_strategy_source

Maryland Global Gateway Soft Landing Program

State: MD

City: Baltimore

Verification: seeded_from_strategy_source

Soft Landing New York

State: NY

City: New York

Verification: verified_official_site_found_phase3

Opportunity Austin international soft-landing / expansion support

State: TX

City: Austin

Verification: not_verified_phase3_search_inconclusive

South Carolina Landing Pad Program

Program provides temporary support, targeted resources and strategic connections to help businesses validate the market, navigate the business environment and scale with confidence; connections include lab, office or production space, higher education partnerships, funding opportunities, and business regulation assistance.

State: SC

Verification: seeded_from_strategy_source

Southern Carolina Landing Pad

Companies can expect professional concierge-level assistance, 90 days free office space in a 10,000 sq. ft. facility, free introductory legal/tax/accounting/HR/trade/ports services, and assistance on gaining sales.

State: SC

City: Beaufort

Verification: seeded_from_strategy_source

Upstate SC Alliance U.S. Market Entry / International Landing Pads

The Alliance says it can help established international companies open an office and launch business in the U.S., including connections to service providers, office-space options, site search, business intelligence, referrals, and real estate options.

State: SC

Verification: seeded_from_strategy_source

Henrico Global Business Gateway

Program supports established international companies entering the U.S. market and helps navigate financial, logistical, and legal components; RAMP provides customized market research, SEO guidance, qualified U.S. sales leads, and go-to-market support.

State: VA

City: Henrico County

Verification: seeded_from_strategy_source

Virginia International Soft Landing Support

VEDP says its support services can reduce risk, cut time to market, and accelerate success; offerings include flexible affordable office solutions, expert guidance on regulations/business formation/taxes/immigration, ecosystem connections, and actionable market intelligence.

State: VA

Verification: seeded_from_strategy_source

International Landing Pad Network (ILPN)

SOSA describes a 12-month ILPN Accelerator powered by NYCEDC, with 100% subsidized office space for 12 months; The Clean Fight says ILPN helps international companies overcome NYC market-entry barriers through customer matchmaking, capital providers, and grants from $50k-$250k.

State: NY

City: New York City

Verification: seeded_from_strategy_source

NJ BASE - New Jersey Business Acceleration and Soft Landing Ecosystem

NJ BASE is designed as a landing pad for international companies scaling in the U.S.; it provides free high-quality co-working space, targeted business support, and a Business Immersion Program connecting participants with New Jersey’s innovation ecosystem and market opportunities.

State: NJ

City: Jersey City

Verification: seeded_from_strategy_source

Denver Global Landing Pad

Denver describes GLP as a business acceleration program helping international founders grow and succeed in Denver; the three-day program gives scaling foreign businesses runway to enter the U.S. market with mentorship and business-development opportunities.

State: CO

City: Denver

Verification: seeded_from_strategy_source

World Trade Center Denver U.S. Market Entry Services

WTC Denver says it provides international companies with essential services to enter and grow in the U.S. market, including local expert connections, regulations/business practices, partner/customer introductions, and foreign entity registration; it is a proud partner of Denver’s Global Landing Pad.

State: CO

City: Denver

Verification: seeded_from_strategy_source

Grow Cedar Valley International Soft Landing

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State: IA

City: Cedar Falls

Verification: needs_review_pending_verification

SPARK Soft Landing Program / Soft Landing Space

Ann Arbor SPARK says if a company is outside the region and looking to enter a new market, SPARK can serve as a soft landing space; whether based internationally or elsewhere in the U.S., the program can help accelerate success.

State: MI

City: Ann Arbor

Verification: verified_official_site_found_phase3

SelectChi

World Business Chicago describes SelectChi as a Chicago-centric spinoff of SelectUSA focused on facilitating job-creating business investment into the U.S. and attracting foreign companies to Chicagoland to explore and connect with local business opportunities.

State: IL

City: Chicago

Verification: verified_official_site_found_phase3

Business Development / Enterprise Concierge

World Business Chicago says whether companies need government relationships, expansion and site selection, or access to talent, its business development team has it covered.

State: IL

City: Chicago

Verification: verified_official_site_found_phase3

Foreign Direct Investment / International Investment

Colorado says it offers services to assist international firms with the logistics of establishing operations in the state, including site searches, market reports, workforce training and networking.

State: CO

Verification: verified_official_site_found_phase3

Foreign Direct Investment

Choose Washington says Washington State welcomes investments in its economy and high-growth industries.

State: WA

Verification: verified_official_site_found_phase3

Center for International Business & Diplomacy

Utah says its international trade strategy is based on diplomacy and protocol, promoting business and attracting foreign investment, and that GOEO partners with World Trade Center Utah on international business promotion activities.

State: UT

Verification: verified_official_site_found_phase3

Business Innovation Network / Maryland Global Gateway partner incubators

Montgomery County says its Business Innovation Centers provide consulting, legal/accounting resources and funding access, and are part of the Maryland Global Gateway Soft Landing Program for international companies using county incubator space to launch U.S. headquarters or East Coast operations.

State: MD

City: Rockville

Verification: verified_official_site_found_phase3

Global Tampa Bay

Global Tampa Bay says investment incentives can lower barriers to market entry and mitigate relocation/expansion costs, and that it will work with companies to access workforce training grants, tax exemption programs and more.

State: FL

City: Tampa

Verification: verified_official_site_found_phase3

International Investment

JobsOhio says it and its partners have a proven track record helping international companies benefit from Ohio’s strengths, tailored services, and investment incentives, with service to companies from 42 countries.

State: OH

Verification: verified_official_site_found_phase3

Expand to the U.S. / Foreign Direct Investment in North Carolina

EDPNC says for companies ready to grow in the U.S., North Carolina provides the right location, workforce, and business environment to scale confidently.

State: NC

Verification: verified_official_site_found_phase3