On Thursday, EXIM leadership joined Representative Young Kim for a small business roundtable in Southern California to discuss how the bank helps local businesses grow, compete globally, and support American jobs. The conversation also highlighted the importance of reauthorizing EXIM so small businesses can continue to access the critical tools and resources they need to expand into new markets and strengthen U.S. competitiveness around the world.
“This valuable opportunity to convene with Orange County small businesses and regional stakeholders allows EXIM to directly hear about the challenges and opportunities they face to compete in global markets. Their insights ensure EXIM continues to provide financing tools and resources needed to unlock capital, grow their businesses, and support jobs,” said Thad Brock, EXIM Deputy Chief of Staff. “A long-term reauthorization of EXIM is critical to giving these businesses the certainty and support they need to expand into new markets and continue driving American economic strength.”
“The manufacturers we heard from today are exactly who the Export-Import Bank was built to serve—innovative, export-ready companies that need a level playing field to compete and win in the global marketplace. EXIM provides valuable tools and resources that help local businesses expand, create jobs, and reach new customers around the world. Southern California’s manufacturing sector is a testament to what American industry can do, and a long-term reauthorization of EXIM is crucial to ensuring these companies have the support they need to keep growing and competing globally,” said Erin Streeter, Executive Vice President of the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM).