International Marketing Opportunities

NCSFA International Marketing Sponsorship Program

Eligibility

• Open to NCSFA members.
• Members must submit a receipt as proof of payment to qualify for reimbursement.
• Members are limited to one event and one activity per calendar year.

Approved Events

Members can receive up to $1,000 to cover participation fees, promotional materials, sample shipments, travel expenses (airfare, hotel, on-ground transportation for one person), and competition entry fees for the following trade shows:

• Expo West 2025 – Anaheim, California
• FoodEx Japan 2025 – Tokyo, Japan
• Expo Antad & Alimentaria 2025 – Guadalajara, Mexico
• SIAL Canada 2025 – Toronto, Canada
• SIAL China 2025 – Shanghai, China
• Seoul Food & Hotel 2025 – Seoul, South Korea
• Fancy Food Show 2025 – New York, New York
• ANUGA 2025 – Cologne, Germany

Approved Activities

Members may receive sponsorship for the following activities:

• SUSTA Export Readiness Webinars – Up to $200
• Sample Shipments (for non-trade show events) – Up to $500
• Travel Expenses (airfare, hotel, and on-ground transportation for a SUSTA or NC inbound mission within the U.S.) – Up to $500

How to Request Funds

Step 1: Request Sponsorship Approval

To apply, email Allie Tuszynski at Allison.tuszynski@ncagr.gov at least 30 days before the event or activity with:

• Name of the activity or event
• Anticipated amount requested
• Approval or denial will be provided within 5 business days.

Step 2: Submit for Reimbursement

After the event or activity, email Allie Tuszynski at Allison.tuszynski@ncagr.gov within 30 days with:

• Receipts for all relevant expenses
• Total reimbursement amount requested
• Once receipts are verified, members will receive a reimbursement check from NCSFA.

For questions, please reach out to Allie Tuszynski, International Marketing Specialist at North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.