Rolling Beyond Borders: The 2024 SBA Great Lakes Regional Exporter of the Year is Haltec Corporation

Located in Salem, Ohio, Haltec Corporation operates in the tire valve systems industry. When underground mines were transitioning from rail wheels to rubber tires, Haltec designed and manufactured the new tire valve systems required to meet technical standards.? ?

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Exports have been integral to Haltec's business model since its inception in 1970. Sales from exporting constitute a significant portion of Haltec's revenue, reflecting its robust international presence and enduring demand for its products across continents, with the company now reaching 50+ different countries around the world.

Haltec has committed to international expansion through engagement with various government initiatives and programs aimed at supporting small business exporters. From leveraging the Ohio Department of Development 's International Market Support Program to participating in the SBA’s State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) Grant, Haltec has seized every opportunity to expand its global reach and enhance its export capabilities.?

Haltec's Executive Vice President Michael Russell and Global Compliance Officer Sarah Burger are dedicated to increasing export sales while remaining in compliance with international trade regulations. Their leadership, combined with local export expertise, has facilitated Haltec’s expansion into the global marketplace, setting new benchmarks in the tire valve industry.

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Learn more about all of our 2024 Regional Winners here: SBA’s 2024 Regional Exporters of the Year

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STEP provides financial awards to state and territory governments to assist small businesses with export development.?STEP helps small businesses overcome obstacles to exporting by providing grants to cover costs associated with entering and expanding into international markets. To learn more about the national STEP program as well as how to apply to your local state or territory, visit www.sba.gov/STEP now.