Experience

Welke Customs & Logistics

• Canada
• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director, US Sales

  • Oct 2023 - 3 months

  Buffalo, New York, United States



Livingston International

• Canada
• International Trade and Development
• 700 & Above Employee

• Director, Emerging Business, US

  • Jan 2021 - Sep 2023

  Buffalo-Niagara Falls Area Leading teams of Inbound and Outbound US Trade Advisors that focus its efforts on creating and developing new business. For 2021 and 2022 exceeded quota numbers well over 100% which resulted in back to back a 2021 and 2022 Pinnacle Award winner.



Welke Customs Brokers

• United States
• Transportation, Logistics and Storage
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of North American Sales

  • Sep 2018 - Dec 2020

  Buffalo/Niagara, New York Area

• Global Trade Advisor

  • Oct 2015 - Sep 2018

  Buffalo/Niagara, New York Area



The Global Chamber

• United States
• International Trade and Development
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Executive Director, Buffalo

  • May 2016 - Sep 2017

  Buffalo/Niagara, New York Area Global Chamber® Buffalo is a thriving and collaborating community of CEOs, executives and professionals in a growing network of 500 metro areas around the world. We leverage technology and our global network to help companies succeed faster and more profitably across borders. How we're different, top 10! ♦ 500 metro locations with one membership ♦ Standardized business services across the globe ♦ Membership anywhere in the world, with a mobile app tying us together ♦ Focus… Show more Global Chamber® Buffalo is a thriving and collaborating community of CEOs, executives and professionals in a growing network of 500 metro areas around the world. We leverage technology and our global network to help companies succeed faster and more profitably across borders. How we're different, top 10! ♦ 500 metro locations with one membership ♦ Standardized business services across the globe ♦ Membership anywhere in the world, with a mobile app tying us together ♦ Focus on helping companies grow globally, everywhere, not just one metro or region ♦ Collaboration with ALL organizations involved with global business ♦ A regional and global calendar sharing all global business events, not just ours ♦ International connecting tools across the world, supplemented by a personal touch ♦ Shared simplifying workflows for international business ♦ Quantitative rating of international companies on trade ♦ Annual global business festival Do business only in Upstate NY? Join a local chamber. Do business in multiple metros? Join the Global Chamber® to make valuable connections across 500 metros and over 5000 cities. Global Chamber® paid members receive: ♦ Connections in 500 metro areas ♦ Warm intros to customers and partners ♦ Access to VIP seminars, training, events ♦ Access to the people and info to grow ♦ Member discounts, special opportunities ♦ Cross-border consulting and mentoring ♦ Access to Export Circles℠, Export Reach℠ ♦ Membership in the 'global tribe' www.globalchamber.org www.globalchamber.org/join www.globalchamber.org/exportcircles www.twitter.com/GlobalChamBUF Show less



Independent Business Development Professional

• Independent International Business Development Professional

  • Dec 2014 - Oct 2015

  Buffalo/Niagara, New York Area Independent International Business Development Professional seeking new opportunities working with public, private, NGO, and higher education to create new opportunities for SMEs to expand into new global markets.



World Trade Center Buffalo Niagara

• United States
• International Trade and Development
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Operations

  • 2012 - Nov 2014

  Buffalo/Niagara, New York Area Manages organizational administrative operations including budgets, assessments, staffing, training, compliance and records retention. Responsible for domestic and international business attraction; business and industry that is in alignment with organization’s Strategic Initiatives. Responsible for delivering business development outcomes, as well as the administration of high-profile marketing and business development initiatives. Assistance in the preparation and development of work plans as… Show more Manages organizational administrative operations including budgets, assessments, staffing, training, compliance and records retention. Responsible for domestic and international business attraction; business and industry that is in alignment with organization’s Strategic Initiatives. Responsible for delivering business development outcomes, as well as the administration of high-profile marketing and business development initiatives. Assistance in the preparation and development of work plans as well as creating and implementation of new programs. Developing, negotiating, fulfillment of promotions, and sponsorships for integrated regional and national campaigns as well as the creation of future cooperative partnerships to promote the growth and benefit of the region. Instrumental in developing and executing the Global Business Administration Program in which had 2 successful classes. Show less



ECIDA

• Indonesia
• Information Services

• International Programs Officer

  • 2010 - 2012

  Buffalo/Niagara, New York Area Responsible for assisting Western New York companies through planning, promotion, and development of International Division products and services. Administrating and communicating with the Foreign Trade Zone Board and US Customs in order to assist existing and new trade zone operators develop new sites for public and private use. Participated in the agency strategic initiatives with our Binational Alliance partners focusing on cross border trade, tourism and economic development. Contributing… Show more Responsible for assisting Western New York companies through planning, promotion, and development of International Division products and services. Administrating and communicating with the Foreign Trade Zone Board and US Customs in order to assist existing and new trade zone operators develop new sites for public and private use. Participated in the agency strategic initiatives with our Binational Alliance partners focusing on cross border trade, tourism and economic development. Contributing team member that helped draft the exports to Canada program. Performing data and financial analysis on transactions from previous international trade shows that will be repackaged to the ESD for GEMS grant reimbursement. Show less



Canadian Consulate General’s Office

• Consultant / Trade Commissioner Assistant

  • 2007 - 2010

  Buffalo/Niagara, New York Area Developing analysis and reports on value added resellers on key multi-sector industries pertaining to the growth and development of US/Canadian trade that promoted bilateral trade between both countries. Along with the analysis and reports, projects included a directory of useful websites and resources for US and Canadian companies interested in doing business in the US. Proficient knowledge in both US and Canadian procurement opportunities to assist Canadian companies in the bid process for… Show more Developing analysis and reports on value added resellers on key multi-sector industries pertaining to the growth and development of US/Canadian trade that promoted bilateral trade between both countries. Along with the analysis and reports, projects included a directory of useful websites and resources for US and Canadian companies interested in doing business in the US. Proficient knowledge in both US and Canadian procurement opportunities to assist Canadian companies in the bid process for local, state and federal procurement opportunities. Researching and presenting data using electronic sources. Updating databases and contact lists. Tracking projects and program budgets Managing event logistics and calendar of events. Participated and assisted with the “New Export to the Border Service” Providing services to Canadian clients and/or responding to public inquires with the focus of international trade, logistics, US / Canadian Customs and policy. Show less



Great Lakes Custom Brokers Inc,

• Release Clerk (32 hrs. Saturday/Sunday)

  • 2003 - 2007

  Buffalo/Niagara, New York Area Preparing and processing of documents for inbound truck shipments entering the United States border. Daily activities include the entering of BCS, line release and bonds through the company’s smart border system. Communication and resolution with clients and US Customs on import compliance issues.



Associates Commercial Corporation

• Financial Services

• Asset Management / Portfolio Manager

  • 1999 - 2001

  Buffalo/Niagara, New York Area Responsibilities included the collection, adjustment, repossession and liquidation of commercial accounts. Primary function was to remarket liquidated equipment to new and existing customers in the transportation industry. Campaigns included telemarketing, print, direct mail, and web marketing for lead generation and market feedback. Extensive market research through trade groups, associations and existing customers in order to learn new marketing opportunities for lead generation and equipment… Show more Responsibilities included the collection, adjustment, repossession and liquidation of commercial accounts. Primary function was to remarket liquidated equipment to new and existing customers in the transportation industry. Campaigns included telemarketing, print, direct mail, and web marketing for lead generation and market feedback. Extensive market research through trade groups, associations and existing customers in order to learn new marketing opportunities for lead generation and equipment liquidation. Implementing lead generation through trade magazines, websites, direct mail, and telemarketing campaigns. Show less



Strategic Asset Management

• United States
• Financial Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Portfolio Manager

  • 1996 - 1999

  Buffalo/Niagara, New York Area Manage, guide and direct all collection and customer service efforts of the region office. Develop effective collection strategies. Guide all recovery efforts in the repossession of obligor collateral when necessary. Work with asset management team to review off-lease inventory levels and assist in liquidation efforts. Develop partnerships with remarketing organizations, asset appraisers, repossession companies, inspection companies and other vendors providing services that support recovery… Show more Manage, guide and direct all collection and customer service efforts of the region office. Develop effective collection strategies. Guide all recovery efforts in the repossession of obligor collateral when necessary. Work with asset management team to review off-lease inventory levels and assist in liquidation efforts. Develop partnerships with remarketing organizations, asset appraisers, repossession companies, inspection companies and other vendors providing services that support recovery and remarketing efforts. Show less