Overview Services For European Companies

Expanding into the U.S. involves navigating 50 states, over 3,000 counties, and a complex mix of labor costs, tax policies, regulations, and infrastructure. TBIC helps simplify that journey. We tap into our carefully selected network of Economic Development Organizations, advisors, and legal experts to guide you toward the best location and strategy for your American investment.

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Real U.S. Market Insight

Our network of U.S. community and corporate members spans the country—and our Advisory Council and dedicated staff have boots-on-the-ground experience. Whether you are exploring entry options, planning production facilities, or ready to scale up, we stand ready to fill information gaps, identify the most competitive states, and connect you with local resources that accelerate your success. Browse our TBIC Membership Directory to learn more about the communities and partners that are ready to support your expansion.

Sites & Buildings

Explore a selection of available industrial and commercial sites across the TBIC network. These listings come directly from our U.S. member communities and offer a starting point for European companies considering expansion to the United States.

Take a look at some of the sites and buildings available here.

Business Planning

Robust Business Planning Support

Building a reliable U.S. business case means navigating labor laws, utility costs, zoning rules, logistics and more. TBIC connects you with economic development experts, legal advisors, and CPAs who understand regional differences in the U.S. They help you build a detailed business plan that weighs every cost and anticipates risks so you can invest with certainty.

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Know the Nuances: Country-by-Country Guidance

Every European market brings its own culture—and that affects how you approach U.S. business. With a team fluent in multiple European languages and led by specialists in Germany, the Nordics, and beyond, TBIC delivers advice that fits your background. We understand your business culture and U.S. expectations and help you leverage that knowledge to enter American markets with confidence.

Legal Advice

Legal and Regulatory Foundations

Corporate structures, tax codes, liability protections—the U.S. legal system operates differently than Europe’s. Through TBIC, you gain access to trusted legal experts and CPAs who flag regulatory traps, set up the right structure for your venture, and fast-track your compliance strategy.

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Precision Site Selection

From coast to heartland, the right location is critical to success. TBIC leverages our geographically diverse membership and site-selection experts to pinpoint locations with favorable labor markets, cost structures, infrastructure and investment climate. We guide you to the place that makes your growth plan possible.

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Visa and Executive Search Services

Sending your key people across the Atlantic? We help you secure the visas and support needed for seamless relocation. Once on the ground, our recruitment partners—and their deep European-American understanding—help you find the right leaders to manage your U.S. presence.

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Trusted U.S. Business Partners

Looking for customers, distributors, joint-venture partners? Local EDOs introduce you to trusted regional businesses ready to collaborate. Their on-the-ground experience translates into curated leads and genuine connections—you benefit from local credibility before you even land.

Construction Site Selection

Build with Confidence

Need a plant, warehouse or office? Our network includes builders, architects, designers, and real estate brokers who specialize in European-to-U.S. transitions. From technical workshops to streamlined production facilities, your new site will be set up correctly, efficiently, and in line with local codes.

Success Stories within the TBIC Network

Swiss construction machine manufacturer Liebherr locating in the TBIC member community Tupelo, MS with an invest of $176 and the creation of 180 jobs by 2026

German domestic appliances manufacturer Miele invests in production facility in TBIC member community Opelika, AL and will employ more than 150 people

Swiss GF Casting Solutions opens a lightweight component production for the mobility and energy industries with 350 new jobs in Augusta, GA

 

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