Staff Biographies

Nate Ward

Nate Ward is the Director of the Global Business Center and the SBDC Export Assistance Network, he has extensive international experience within manufacturing and banking industries. His international business experience includes sales, logistics, marketing, pricing, research and product development. In addition to his diverse cultural knowledge, Nate speaks multiple languages including French, Spanish, and Japanese.

David M. Delgado

David Delgado came to us from a major Cleveland based consumer products company where he was vice president of international sales and marketing. David has over 30 years of experience in international business. He is a multi-lingual consultant, speaker, and program moderator in geo-political, international relations, and cross-cultural issues. David is also a licensed USCBP international trade broker. He joined our team in February 2022 and we couldn't be happier.

Chris Lees

Chris Lees brings a wide array of professional experience to his new Trade Advisor position at the Ohio SBDC Export Assistance Network. He graduated from the University of Akron with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical-Polymer Engineering and also completed a two-year Foundation Arts program at the Cleveland Institute of Art. He has over two decades of experience working in manufacturing environments.