Private sector consultants
Through the TAAF process, we help small and mid-size firms identify and develop projects to improve their business. GLTAAC does not implement projects. Rather, we contract third-party service providers who work directly with our clients.
GLTAAC provides firms with assistance for their projects, requiring firms to only pay 50% of project costs, making important initiatives more affordable. Cost is considered, but GLTAAC works with firms to make the best business decision. Selection places high importance on expertise and experience, with attention to deliverables and outcomes. Learn more about our program and process on this site.
Working with GLTAAC Firms
We are eager to learn about experts who share our mission to serve small and mid-size manufacturers that are facing unprecedented challenges. We regularly provide consultants for consideration to firms in our program when they are seeking outside expertise and evaluating options. We do not, however, use a preferred list of consultants.
Share the TAAF Program
Send this GLTAAC flyer to your clients to help them learn about the TAAF program process and benefits. Just click here to download our 1-page PDF overview.
Economic Developers
Are you an economic development professional working with businesses in your community? GLTAAC has funding available for small and mid-size manufacturers across Indiana, Michigan and Ohio.
Qualifying requirements are simple, and GLTAAC staff can help determine whether a firm can benefit. Firms can qualify for up to $75,000 of matching funds.
GLTAAC works with economic development professionals across the region, including Chambers of Commerce, MEP Centers, industry associations, MEDC, ODSA, IEDC, and a wide range of LEDOs.
Industry Associations
GLTAAC has been in existence since 1983 and has successfully assisted hundreds of small manufacturers in Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan that have been negatively impacted by imports. We have experience working with firms in virtually every manufacturing industry in the region. Through the TAAF program, we help companies identify, develop, staff, implement, manage, and finance business improvement projects designed to increase their global competitiveness. For more information about the TAAF process, go here.
GLTAAC does not implement client projects itself. Rather, we provide companies up to $75,000 in co-funding to pay for outside private-sector consultants, trainers, or other service providers to do them. This enables clients to use the best possible provider for every project. It also means GLTAAC can be an unbiased advisor, as we have no incentive to recommend any particular project or consultant. For examples of projects companies complete through the program, go here.