California State Trade Expansion Program (STEP)

California Trade Mission: Poland and Ukraine
2025-11-11 - 2025-11-18 | Lviv, Ukraine
The Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) invites California companies to participate in a focused trade mission to Poland, with a spotlight on the energy and construction sectors—and an eye toward critical rebuilding efforts in Ukraine.
Why Poland and Ukraine?
Poland is one of the fastest-growing economies in the European Union, investing heavily in modernizing its energy infrastructure, expanding renewable energy capacity, and upgrading its built environment. With over $100 billion in EU funds earmarked for energy transition and infrastructure, Poland is a strategic gateway for California companies seeking growth in Central and Eastern Europe.
Meanwhile, Ukraine’s urgent reconstruction needs, driven by war-related destruction, have created massive demand for innovative technologies, sustainable building practices, and resilient energy systems. California firms have the chance to contribute expertise and solutions while forging long-term commercial relationships in a region undergoing historic transformation.
California’s strengths in clean energy, advanced construction technologies, and climate-smart infrastructure align well with both Polish modernization goals and Ukraine’s rebuilding priorities—positioning our companies as ideal partners.
Event Highlights:
Poland

Briefings: Gain valuable insights from industry experts and US officials on market trends and opportunities in Poland and Ukraine.
Reception: Build relationships with Polish and Ukrainian stakeholders, government officials, and private sector decision-makers. Business-to-Business Matchmaking: Connect directly with potential partners and collaborators.
Exhibit at ReBuild Ukraine: Showcase your offerings at this prominent event focused on rebuilding efforts in Ukraine. Delegates can choose between two options:

Kiosk Exhibitor: Includes dedicated kiosk space (additional $1000).
Roving Exhibitor: Access to the California Pavilion meeting space without a dedicated counter.

Ukraine

Market Briefings and Business Roundtable – receive in-market briefings from government and business leaders on doing business in Ukraine.
Business Development Support – receive business-to-business matchmaking and participate in site visits in Lviv.
Networking Opportunities – Build relationships with Ukrainian government and business leaders.

Cost: The trade mission features two modules, Poland* and Ukraine, with separate pricing.

Small Businesses
Medium to Large Businesses

Poland: $4,000
Ukraine: $1,000

Poland: $8,000
Ukraine: $2,000

*Participation in the Poland mission includes exhibiting at the ReBuild Ukraine trade show as a roving exhibitor (your company does not have a dedicated space in the pavilion, but will be featured in promotion materials at the pavilion, have a dedicated space for a company brochure, and access to pavilion meeting space). Companies wishing to have a dedicated counter in the California Pavilion with a small monitor will be charged an additional $1,000.
Contact: Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your business horizons in Eastern Europe. For more information and registration, please contact Tricia Utterback.
Download the flyer for more information.
Apply HERE.
