A major challenge for Searing is promoting the agency she runs. You've got to sell yourself. It's word of mouth, it's client satisfaction. The agency is currently researching ideas to work with private establishments for marketing purposes. Some ideas include working with carriers like UPS to develop a partnership whereby internet links could be set up at each other's websites.
Fees vary from country to country for agency services.
One package is the Gold Key Service which provides one on one appointments, depending on location. The services provided vary from hi-tech video conferencing to visits to the regions where business is sought with local U.S. Commercial Service employees setting up appointments and doing all the legwork. The price for the one week trip does not include accommodations and airfare. Many who have used the services of the U.S. Commercial Service have found it worthwhile. It was wonderful, they were great.