As the international affiliate of San Diego Regional EDC, World Trade Center San Diego cultivates a pipeline of export-ready firms, maximizes foreign direct investment (FDI) opportunities, and enhances San Diego’s connectivity to the markets that matter most.
Growing your company
World Trade Center San Diego works directly with companies – free of charge – to help them expand internationally and grow in San Diego.
Export Specialty Center
For small companies interested in learning about exporting and international growth.
MetroConnect
For small- and mid-sized companies ready to export and grow internationally.
Our Story
Founded in 1994 and relaunched as part of EDC in 2014, WTCSD is committed to helping San Diego companies with their international growth efforts and attracting international investment.
San Diego’s Global Indicators
$3B
in foreign investment into San Diego (2020)
73%
of San Diego’s total inbound investment is in life sciences (2020)
$22B
in total exports from San Diego (2020)
$46B
in total imports to San Diego (2020)
Join us tomorrow for a free, virtual workshop on the basics of exporting. 🛫 Learn about transportation options, fo… https://t.co/GZ8qh2lLxx