Frank M. Nuñez

Scccd District Director, Trade and Training @State Center Community College District

Fresno, CA, US

Over my career, I have successfully secured over $10 million in grant funding by meticulously crafting proposals and actively engaging with funders. This funding has been instrumental in supporting international trade and training programs that align with the mission of the State Center Community College District I have also managed and expanded an active grant portfolio, securing an additional $3 million in 2024 by continuously identifying and pursuing new funding opportunities. My strategic efforts have significantly expanded our training portfolio, developing new career and technical education programs that now train over adult learners annually.Furthermore, I have increased brand visibility and stakeholder engagement through targeted market research and the strategic management of international trade shows and conferences, which have significantly enhanced networking opportunities and collaborative ventures. Leading over 45 international trade missions, I have strategically partnered with industry leaders and government agencies, generating over $100 million in new export sales for California companies. Additionally, I have facilitated inbound agricultural trade missions in cooperation with the California Department of Food and Agriculture, significantly supporting the state\'s agricultural sector and enhancing its global market reach. During the global pandemic, I transitioned all departmental training to a virtual environment, leveraging digital tools and platforms to enhance accessibility and continuity, maintaining high program delivery standards.

California State University-Fresno

BS

Western Governors University

Master of Business Administration - MBA