Mission Statement:

"The primary goal of SOMCO Distribution, LLC is to provide international business solutions to its global and domestic clients with trusted partners offering quality products and service."

Our Business

Here are some background facts on how SOMCO developed in Kansas Cty:

• More than 65% of Kansas City's business involves global trading
• 25% of Kansas City's Gross Domestic product (GDP) is due to internationa business
• The Free Trade Zone (FTZ) in KC handles more volume than Chicago, dallas, Denver, Minneapolis and St Louis.  It is the largest in North America and #1 in underground warehouse space (over 5 million square feet) in the world

Mr. Jose Somoza addressing the delegations at the City of Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico in an opening ceremony for a City of Kansas City, MO exhibition showcasing several KC businesses in November 2008. Also in attendance from Kansas City were members of the City Council of KC. 

Who We Are

SOMCO is a commercial trading company directed by Mr. Jose A. Somoza, its founder.  We offer the following basic elements to secure solid and reliable results:

1. Bilingual in English & Spanish with multi-cultural competence for negotiating.
2. In-depth knowledge of industries both in the U.S. and abroad.
3. Facilitating one-on-one matchmaking between local businesses and foreign buyers/suppliers.
4. Joint venture strategies for expansion of supply chains and raw materials to strengthen U.S. manufacturing.
5. Extensive global networking with

• Foreign Consulates
• U.S. Department of Commerce
• State of Missouri Economic Development 
• Clay County Economic Devleopment
• International Trade Council of KC
• Chambers of Commerce
• and foreign government channels.