{"id":412148,"date":"2024-08-26T14:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-26T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saipantribune.com\/?p=412148"},"modified":"-0001-11-30T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"-0001-11-29T14:00:00","slug":"Tudela-named-to-prestigious-SBDC-40-Under-40-awards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saipantribune.com\/index.php\/Tudela-named-to-prestigious-SBDC-40-Under-40-awards\/","title":{"rendered":"Tudela named to prestigious SBDC 40 Under 40 awards"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Northern Marianas College and the CNMI Small Business Development Center Network are proud to announce the recognition of its lead center\u2019s marketing manager and outreach specialist Roman Franklin M. Tudela as one of the nation\u2019s 40 recipients of the prestigious America\u2019s SBDC\u2019s 40 Under 40 awards.<\/p>\n

The 40 Under 40 awards aim to spotlight the extraordinary contributions of individuals under 40 across America\u2019s Small Business Development Centers who have significantly impacted their local networks and the broader business landscape.<\/p>\n

Tudela will also be recognized as the CNMI Network\u2019s 2024 State Star, an award determined through an internal selection process by the team members of the CNMI SBDC amongst its three center locations on Saipan, Tinian and Rota.<\/p>\n

Tudela started his employment with the CNMI SBDC Network in March 2023. Since then, he has been an active contributor to the network\u2019s success by coordinating projects such as the design of the CNMI SBDC\u2019s website and conducting training opportunities for its clients namely the widely popular \u201cBrick and Mortar to Click and Order,\u201d a social media-centric training on how to market your business online using platforms such as Instagram and Facebook.<\/p>\n

Additionally, Tudela leads in the network\u2019s outreach efforts including training presentations for aspiring business owners, outreach presentations at partner events such as the Saipan Chamber of Commerce, collegiate events with its host institution, the Northern Marianas College, and high school engagements where he draws on his experiences as an NMC alumnus and his professional role as the Marketing Manager for the CNMI Network.<\/p>\n

Following the announcement of Tudela\u2019s recognition, network director of the CNMI SBDC Nadine C. Deleon Guerrero stated, \u201cRoman is a stellar member of the CNMI SBDC Network team. Much can be attributed to the successes of our organization\u2019s online and community presence through his tireless efforts and dedication to moving the SBDC\u2019s mission forward not just as an individual, but more importantly, as a team player. We are very fortunate to have him onboard.\u201d<\/p>\n

Tudela is the president of the Society for Human Resources Management CNMI Chapter, and is a sitting member of the Northern Marianas College Foundation representing the college\u2019s alumni as the organization\u2019s president. Tudela received his Master in Business Administration through the University of Texas of the Permian Basin in 2019, and his Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the Northern Marianas College in 2018.<\/p>\n

Tudela mentions these accolades have made him reflect on experiences spanning his lifetime, \u201cGrowing up in my grandfather\u2019s general store, Tudela Enterprises, in the village of San Vicente, I didn\u2019t realize at the time that what seemed like just a regular day was actually a hands-on education in running a small business. That early experience gave me a head start in understanding the intricacies of business, and it\u2019s been an underlying passion that has driven me through my education and career. Being honored with the America\u2019s SBDC 40 Under 40 and State Star Award for the CNMI SBDC Network is not just about my efforts; it\u2019s a tribute to the incredible support I\u2019ve received from my family, friends, and colleagues. This recognition reflects the legacy of work that\u2019s come before me, the dedication happening now, and the continued efforts we\u2019ll make to strengthen small businesses across the CNMI.\u201d Every year, among a pool of accomplished young entrepreneurs, the distinguished panel of judges in America\u2019s SBDC Millennial Interest Group select 40 remarkable winners who stand out for their exceptional business acumen, innovative thinking, and commitment to driving growth and success.<\/p>\n

Tudela joins the ranks of distinguished colleagues from the CNMI SBDC Network, including Deleon Guerrero, Mercilynn Kaneshi Palec, and Benjamin \u201cHuk\u201d Borja, who were nationally recognized as recipients of America\u2019s SBDC 40 Under 40 awards in 2023. The Northern Marianas College is proud to announce that another member of its team has earned a place on this prestigious list this year.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur Proa Tribe is incredibly proud to see Roman, a son of the Marianas, be recognized as one of SBDC\u2019s 40 under 40,\u201d said NMC president Dr. Galvin Deleon Guerrero. \u201cThis national recognition is a reaffirmation of the great outreach work he has done as SBDC\u2019s marketing manager in promoting our events and programs dedicated to building up the entrepreneurial capacity of the Marianas. We\u2019re thrilled to see more great work come out of SBDC as we continue our work of rebuilding our economy through the development of small businesses.\u201d America\u2019s Small Business Development Center comprises over 1,000 local service centers. Of these centers, only 40 were selected from the nomination pool. America\u2019s SBDC launched the 40 Under 40 Award to recognize outstanding young SBDC staff across the nation who demonstrate innovation, leadership, and commitment to the SBDC mission. The winners will be celebrated at a reception during the 45th Annual America\u2019s SBDC Conference on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at the Marriott Marquis in Atlanta, Georgia where Tudela will be joined by the CNMI SBDC team as well as other recipients across the country. America\u2019s SBDC is the association that represents the nationwide network of Small Business Development Centers, the most comprehensive small business assistance network in the United States and its territories. Hosted by leading universities, colleges, state economic development agencies, and private partners, nearly 1,000 local centers provide management and technical assistance to help Americans start, run, and grow their own businesses. SBDCs are funded in part by Congress through a partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration. (PR)<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

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