Factory Floor Fridays: Chairman Jovanovic Visits EQT to See American Energy Dominance in Action
WAYNESBURG, PA. — Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) Chairman John Jovanovic visited EQT’s Waynesburg facility as part of its Factory Floor Fridays initiative. Factory Floor Fridays tell the story of the American Dream through the eyes of the companies and workers building the next generation of American industry—proving that with the right tools and support, U.S. innovation can compete and win anywhere in the world.
During the visit, Chairman Jovanovic met with company leaders and discussed how EQT’s operations in the Appalachian Basin make the United States a global energy leader. Under President Trump’s leadership, EXIM is focused on unleashing American dominance and ensuring that U.S. energy molecules and technologies reach every corner of the globe.
“Natural gas drives jobs here at home and American competitiveness abroad,” said Chairman John Jovanovic. “Pennsylvania has long been the home of American energy, and companies like EQT continue that legacy. By leveraging U.S. energy molecules, EQT is creating well-paying domestic jobs, bolstering industry and supply chain resiliency, and ensuring that American energy leadership translates into prosperity across the globe.”
“America has an incredible competitive advantage in the workers, manufacturers and abundant energy resources that power our economy,” said Toby Z. Rice, President and CEO of EQT. “Chairman Jovanovic understands that advantage and the important role EXIM can play in turning American strength at home into American leadership around the world. Factory Floor Fridays is a great way to highlight the world-class companies and people building things here in America, and we’re proud to show how Appalachia’s natural gas industry can help fuel the next generation of American manufacturing, exports and economic growth.”
“American manufacturers are the backbone of our economic security,” Jovanovic added. “Factory Floor Fridays give everyday Americans the opportunity to hear from businesses large and small—which account for nearly 90 percent of our transactions—and ensure they have the financing tools they need to compete, grow, and win in global markets.”
When EXIM was founded 92 years ago, its mission was simple: support America’s economic recovery from the Great Depression by creating well-paying jobs and rebuilding the nation’s manufacturing base. Under President Trump's leadership, EXIM is once again a frontline economic tool to revitalize America's economy and define a future led by U.S. innovation.
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As the United States government’s official export credit agency, the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) supports American jobs by facilitating U.S. exports. As an independent agency, EXIM plays a critical role in supporting economic growth, securing critical supply chains, and ensuring American businesses are given a fighting chance. To achieve this mission, EXIM offers financing including export credit insurance, working capital guarantees, loan guarantees, and direct loans. Learn more at www.exim.gov.