Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Accomplished international trade professional with 20+ years of leadership experience advancing U.S. commercial interests, strengthening global market access, and shaping international regulatory policy. Proven record of reducing trade barriers, driving export growth, and delivering high‑impact results across USDA, the U.S. Department of Commerce, and regional economic development organizations. Expert in SPS/TBT issues, international standards, and beverage alcohol market access. Recognized for diplomatic skill, strategic analysis, and ability to influence outcomes in complex foreign regulatory environments.
Lead analyst for beverage alcohol portfolio. Develop negotiation strategies on critical trade policy issues to maintain and expand global market access for U.S. agricultural exports, especially beer, wine and spirits. Evaluate international trade agreements (WTO, USMCA, etc.), international regulations, and policies in order to promote international cooperation and the lessening/elimination of trade barriers in the areas affecting food and agriculture. Coordinate across government agencies, industry associations and other stakeholders to build consensus on U.S. positions. Collaborate with Members of the World Wine Trade Group to facilitate and expand global trade in wine.
Conducted program and policy analysis to support and promote the GSM-102 and Facility Guarantee Programs, USDA’s trade finance offerings. Developed and participated in outreach activities to expand knowledge and use of programs. Provided technical assistance to U.S. exporters and led roll-out of program allocations.
Assisted with foreign direct investment attraction to Prince George's County and provided support to County-based companies exporting their products and services to world markets. Coordinated trade missions to overseas markets, such Korea, China, Mexico and others, which explored international business opportunities for area companies. Promoted the County's Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ 63) to global manufacturers and distributors.
International student recruitment for the online Master of Technology Entrepreneurship program.
Facilitated the retention and expansion of small businesses in the County. Delivered business assistance to the local business community, including comprehensive site visitation program, technical assistance and referral services to appropriate resource partners. Communicated with businesses and other organizations regarding business climate and economic attractiveness of the County. Organized education programs for the existing business base.
Served as the primary business counselor for Calvert County on behalf of the Maryland SBDC program. Provided consulting services to potential and existing business owners. Assisted in developing and defining business plans, provided strategic planning, advised on marketing strategies, helped seek and secure financing, and provided tools to help assure business success.