NMSDC Conference and Business Opportunity Exchange

Antwaun Griffin
Founder, Penn and Broad Partners
International Trade Administration


Antwaun Griffin was appointed by President Obama to serve as Deputy Assistant Secretary for U.S. Operations at the International Trade Administration (ITA) in May 2012. In this role, he has helped shape the Administration’s trade promotion and economic policy helping U.S. businesses increase exports, expand into new markets and compete globally. He also oversees the day-to-day operations of the U.S Commercial Service’s network of 108 U.S. Export Assistance Centers whose trade specialists work closely with U.S. Embassies and Consulates worldwide to help thousands of U.S. businesses each year develop global growth strategies and access key export markets. Prior to joining the ITA, he served as Senior Advisor at the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) from 2009 through 2011. Antwaun has a strong understanding of the interagency, legislative and intergovernmental processes and routinely counsels businesses, state and local officials and economic development organizations on federal economic development programs. Antwaun is a native of Richmond, Virginia and graduated from the University of Virginia where he was an Echols Scholar.

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