• STEP Event Application

    Instructions
    Please try to answer every question on this application. You will have the opportunity to clarify or add special notes at the bottom of this form. If you have any questions, please contact:

    Jesus Velasco
    Manager, International Trade
    Jesus.Velasco@wv.gov
    304-558-2234
    Hanna Kruhlova
    Manager, International Trade
    Hanna.Kruhlova@wv.gov
    304-558-2234
  • Travelers Information (if applicable):

    Note: For reimbursement, only names listed in this section will qualify.

  • Reimbursement Criteria

    Special reimbursement criteria and amount limits per STEP client per funding year apply to certain eligible expenses.

    Airfare: Reimbursement is limited to Economy-class in accordance with the Fly America Act only. In general, this means that flights must be booked through U.S. carriers. Cabin and seating upgrades are not eligible for reimbursement. If upgrading, applicants must turn in main cabin pricing for the same travel itinerary on the date of purchase.

    Lodging and Meals: Reimbursement is limited to the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates for the cities you plan to visit. For more information, please click here.)

    Travelers: Travel expenses are limited to two people directly employed with the applicant organization. If the proposed export activity includes travelers, use the space to list their names and titles.

    Domestic Trade Show Criteria: If the proposed export activity includes exhibiting at a trade show taking place in the U.S., use the space below to submit a short statement outlining the company strategy to achieve export sales at the trade show. For the reimbursement process, a list of international leads generated at the show will be required.

    Payments: Invoices must include detailed expense description and must be accompanied by proof of payment such as a credit card, bank, or a zero-balance statement.

    For further information on travel criteria and the approval and reimbursement process please visit here

  • Expense Calculation

    Complete each box based on your estimation of total costs for each applicable activity.

  • The West Virginia STEP is funded in part through a Grant with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). This cooperative agreement requires the State of West Virginia to report all sales and job creation results derived of your participation on the funded activity.

    By electronically signing below, you certify that the information on this application is correct and that you have reviewed and agree to adhere to all of the West Virginia STEP guidelines, eligibility requirements, reimbursement criteria and reporting policies. All information provided is kept confidential and reported only in aggregate form. I further understand that the completion of this application does not guarantee approval for any expense reimbursements.

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