Great Lakes International Trading, Inc

Great Lakes International Trading: 40 Years of Sourcing the Extraordinary
Founded in 1983 in the heart of Traverse City, Michigan, Great Lakes International Trading began with a simple but
ambitious mission: to find what others couldn't. Started by brothers Verne and George Powell, the company was built on a
foundation of "special requests"—successfully sourcing difficult, rare, or unusual items for clients who needed a partner
with a global reach.
For over 40 years, we have evolved into a premier, full-service import and export company specializing in high-quality
dried fruits, edible seeds, and shelled nuts. While the industry has changed, our core philosophy has remained the same:
we thrive on the challenge of the unique. Our journey has been defined by the fulfillment of those "impossible" requests,
turning them into long-standing partnerships and a diverse product catalog that spans the globe.
Today, Great Lakes International Trading continues to bridge the gap between global growers and specialized markets.
Whether you are looking for staple ingredients or a hard-to-find specialty item, you can count on our decades of expertise
and our dedication to the Powell brothers' original vision of excellence. Whatever your fruit and nut needs, we bring the
world to your doorstep.