Our regional trade managers guide companies through the challenges of conducting international business.
From basic guidance for companies new to exporting, to technical, regulatory and logistical information for more experienced companies, to market intelligence and research, to the art conducting business across borders and cultures, our regional trade managers have answers for your most pressing questions.
For general trade assistance the helpline at 651-259-7498 to reach a regional trade manager who can either answer your questions or make appropriate referrals. Email us at Mto.TradeAssistance@state.mn.us and someone will followup with you quickly.
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For trade questions that are related to specific markets or industries, contact the appropriate regional trade manager listed below.
| Canada and Mexico (NAFTA) | Barbara Mattson
651-259-7490 |
| Latin America and the Caribbean | Rachel Limon
651-259-7492 |
| Greater China, Southeast Asia, and Pacific Oceania | Vacant |
| Japan, Korea and ASEAN | Sarah Walbert
651-259-7482 |
| Europeon Union and Western Europe | Steve Riedel
651-259-7494 |
| Eastern Europe and Central Asia | Nikolay Megits, PhD
651-259-7495 |
| Middle East, India and Africa | Abdiwahab Mohamed
651-259-7484 |
| Agribusiness & Machinery | Nikolay Megits, PhD
651-259-7495 |
| Education | Rachel Limon
651-259-7492 |
| Environmental and Energy | Steve Riedel
651-259-7494 |
| Medical and Health Care | Sarah Walbert
651-259-7482 |
