The Future of International Assistance Powered by U.S. Small Business
The future of U.S. international assistance, when designed around the strengths of U.S. small businesses, becomes a strategic economic development tool at home and a more effective instrument of diplomacy abroad.
A Vision for International Assistance Reform
As the world faces growing challenges that threaten America’s interests and people, the U.S. must advance, not retreat, from its global leadership. Small Business Association for International Companies is proud to offer our vision for this
challenge.
Member Spotlight: CollaborateUp
In international development, we spent decades equating sustainability with permanent philanthropy. But true sustainability only comes from two places: functioning markets or domestic resource mobilization. – Richard Crespin, CEO of CollaborateUp
When U.S. International Assistance Leverages Small Businesses, It Fuels Prosperity at Home.
SBAIC is a coalition of more than 150 small, American businesses that implement U.S. international assistance programs.
SBAIC members work in every development sector, including:
With an average of 15 years of U.S. federal government experience, each SBAIC member brings a wide range of expertise.
- Disaster Response
- Business Intelligence and Analytics
- Information Technology
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Institutional Strengthening
- Knowledge Management
- Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning
- Planning and Design
- Program Management
- Workforce Development
SBAIC provides support, resources, and insights for small businesses by:
- Advocating to increase small business utilization in foreign assistance programs
- Championing and supporting U.S. Government policies that support small business growth
- Providing matchmaking opportunities with large businesses
- Creating mentorship relationships for newer businesses
- Convening events featuring leaders and policymakers
- Aggregating and sharing educational resources
- Securing valuable discounts with sponsors
