GEM works in partnership with the local business community via three core programs. 

The Silicon Valley Business Stars Program provides visiting business students, corporate executives, technical professionals, and government officials throughout the world a unique and memorable learning experience about high-tech development and global business management in the Silicon Valley. 

The US Market Access Center, a non-profit project of the City of San Jose, San Jose State University, and corporate sponsors, supports established companies from non-US countries in their efforts to enter the US Market.  With an average client list of 25 companies from 19 countries, it has hosted over 70 companies in its first five years.

The Capital Club hosts a speaker forum that often includes topics and experts on global enterprise management and international business.