May 2025 once again saw Littus attending the SelectUSA Investment Summit in Washington, D.C. SelectUSA is the premier event for promoting foreign direct investment into the United States. As part of Littus’s ongoing mission to support U.S. economic development agencies in expanding their international reach, Paul Maguire and Liz Maguire joined hundreds of regional and state representatives, trade officials, and private-sector leaders for a dynamic and fast-paced summit. It was also a pleasure to connect with the Irish businesses attending as part of the official delegation organized by the U.S. Embassy in Ireland, a motivated group of founders and decision-makers eager to explore U.S. market opportunities.
Of course, Littus also continues to support Irish and UK SMEs looking to expand into the U.S. market, helping them identify regions that align with their sector and growth goals. While in D.C., the Littus team met with states and cities eager to grow their footprint overseas. The energy and clarity of purpose shown by representatives from California New Jersey, Wisconsin, Minnesota—particularly the Greater Mankato region—and Ohio—particularly the Mentor region—who are already actively building and nurturing professional relationships in Ireland, was both invigorating and encouraging.
Showcasing U.S. Regions to Irish and UK Businesses
Littus supports Irish and UK SMEs entering the U.S. market by offering a “one-stop shop” of trusted boutique service providers, including experts in immigration, company formation, taxation, trademarks, banking, insurance and more. In parallel, Littus partners directly with U.S. states, counties, and regional organizations to promote their investment opportunities to Irish and UK businesses looking to expand. From introducing SMEs to the right sector-specific regions to representing U.S. partners at trade shows and local events, Littus helps economic development teams build visibility and trust in key international markets.
The SelectUSA Summit provided an ideal platform to listen and learn from proactive U.S. teams—many of whom are taking bold steps to position their regions for long-term success in foreign markets.
Spotlight on Standout States
This year’s Summit reinforced just how much drive and innovation is coming from state-level and regional agencies. In particular, Littus was impressed by the strong leadership and strategic focus shown by:
- New Jersey, with its clear emphasis on tech, pharma, and global business support.
- Wisconsin, offering a compelling proposition for manufacturing and MedTech firms
- Minnesota, and notably the Greater Mankato region, bringing fresh thinking to international outreach and sector alignment
- Ohio, and notably the Clevland and city of Mentor regions, whose delegation was deeply engaged, well-prepared, and focused on practical outcomes
These regions and their Economic Development Officers (EDOs) are actively creating the conditions for global partnerships to thrive.
Building Long-Term Connections
While SelectUSA takes place over just a few days, the conversations held there have a lasting impact. Littus left the conference with a renewed appreciation for its dual role: supporting Irish and UK SMEs entering the U.S. market and representing U.S. regions through its in-country presence. By bridging both sides, Littus helps turn international interest into meaningful engagement.
Looking Ahead
If you’re a U.S. state, regional, or city representative looking to expand your reach into Ireland and the UK, or a business in Ireland or the UK exploring entry into the U.S. market, Littus is here to support your international goals. To learn more about how we can help, feel free to reach out to us directly at [email protected] or [email protected].
