Bryce Ciccaglione
@bryceciccaglione
Market research and trade specialist driving export and investment growth internationally.
What I'm looking for
I am a market research and trade specialist with experience helping companies export, invest, and navigate customs processes across the U.S., Italy, and other international markets. I combine rigorous data-driven analysis with practical trade compliance expertise to produce actionable market-entry strategies and investor briefings.
My background includes authoring country and sector reports, qualifying foreign direct investment leads, and managing customs entries and brokerage workflows using CargoWise One. I have successfully facilitated matchmaking for delegations, led outreach campaigns using tools like PitchBook and Statista, and liaised with government stakeholders to close projects.
I hold an M.A. in Global Commerce and Policy (GPA 3.96) and a Customs Broker License, and I bring a client-focused approach to market research, trade compliance, and FDI facilitation to deliver measurable results for exporters and investors.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Market Research Analyst
U.S. Commercial Service
Jan 2025 - Mar 2026 (1 year 2 months)
Conducted data-driven market research and authored sector-specific country reports and partner lists to help rural U.S. companies export, and presented findings to clients while coordinating post-delivery services with partner agencies.
Foreign Direct Investment Analyst
Italian Trade Agency
Apr 2023 - Apr 2024 (1 year)
Identified and qualified U.S. investors for Italy using tools like PitchBook, ran outreach campaigns, briefed investors on incentives, and managed FDI projects and matchmaking for delegations.
Customs Brokerage Entry Writer
Kuehne + Nagel
Mar 2022 - Jul 2022 (4 months)
Processed import declarations for ocean and air cargo using CargoWise One, managed client accounts across industries, ensured compliance with 19CFR, and coordinated with U.S. Customs and partner agencies to obtain clearances.
Customs Entry Writer
Pier International
May 2021 - Mar 2022 (10 months)
Completed customs entries for ocean imports using CargoWise One, acted as single point of contact for exporters/importers, and filed documentation to ensure timely shipment movement across sectors including pharmaceuticals and chemicals.
Market Research Analyst
Altios International
Aug 2019 - Apr 2021 (1 year 8 months)
Conducted primary and secondary market research for European SMEs entering the U.S., produced strategic go-to-market reports, and led partner searches with targeted outreach across sectors like F&B and medical devices.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
George Mason University - Schar School of Policy and Government
Master of Arts, Global Commerce and Policy
Grade: 3.96
Master of Arts in Global Commerce and Policy with a concentration in Global Finance, Investment and Trade; graduated May 2024 with a 3.96 GPA and recipient of the Dean's Fellowship (2022-2024).
University of Connecticut
Bachelor of Arts, Global Finance & Political Economy
Grade: 3.8
Bachelor of Arts in Individualized Global Finance & Political Economy with a minor in Economics; graduated magna cum laude in May 2019 and authored an honors thesis on using blockchain trade finance to promote financial inclusion.
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