As the regional business development agency, Invest NI's role is to grow the local economy. We do this by helping new and existing businesses to compete internationally, and by attracting new investment to Northern Ireland.We are part of the Department for the Economy and provide strong government support for business by effectively delivering the Government's economic development strategies.Invest NI offers the Northern Ireland business community a single organisation providing high-quality services, programmes, support and expert advice.We principally support those businesses that can make the greatest contribution to growing our economy. These are businesses that have ability to grow and drive productivity in the economy and are keen to export their goods and services outside Northern Ireland.