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Hudson Oliveira
Former ASDP President / Current Technology Chair
Mr. Hudson Oliveira is the immediate former President and is currently an active member of ASDP’s team.
Hudson Oliveira is a senior business and supply chain leader with more than 20 years of experience spanning supply chain program execution, small business development, enterprise supply chain systems, and strategic vendor and partner alliance management. He currently serves as Sr. Manager, OSBP-Corporate at Northrop Grumman Corporation (HQ Falls Church, VA). Previously, he held the role of Director, SBP at RTI.
Mr. Oliveira is widely recognized for his leadership and sustained impact in advancing socioeconomic programs and supplier development. His work has earned multiple corporate-awards acknowledging measurable improvements in supplier engagement and program outcomes. He has demonstrated a long‑standing commitment to strengthening public‑private collaboration. His service includes appointment to North Carolina’s Governor’s Advisory Council on Small Businesses, and he has been an ASDP‑certified professional since 2007.
From 2009 to 2019, he was also a member of The Conference Board’s Supplier Engagement Leadership Council (SELC) advocating for corporate supplier economic development. SELC’s work emphasizes the value of inclusive partnerships with local, startups, small, and emerging suppliers to meet evolving business needs and remain competitive.
ASDP Technology Chair
Jan 2025 – Present
Manages all organization’s systems: Front End Site, Back End Member Portal, MS Accounts, support all systems and IT plans/needs.
President
Jan 2023 – Dec 2024
Led the organization’s strategic direction and ensured smooth governance in alignment with Board decisions.
Presided over meetings and collaborated with Board and Committee Chairs to guide organizational initiatives.
Served as an ex-officio member of all committees, providing oversight and ensuring alignment with ASDP’s mission.
Scheduled monthly and special meetings, driving execution of long-term goals and strategic plans.
Contributed to the growth and success of over 500 members through education and professional development programs.
Vice President
Jan 2021 – Dec 2022
Assumed the President’s duties when necessary to ensure continuity and smooth operations.
Led meetings and executed executive functions in the President’s absence.
Represented ASDP externally to advance initiatives approved by the Board of Directors.
Maintained alignment with organizational goals and strategic priorities.
Education Chair
Jan 2019 – Dec 2020
Oversaw all training content and certification materials for ASDP’s education programs.
Maintained training manuals, presentation slides, and certification exams.
Coordinated logistics for training sessions and managed recertification processes.
Collaborated with the Treasurer to organize and confirm training locations, ensuring seamless delivery of educational events.
Meet Our Team.
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“This course is valuable for both beginners and experienced professionals. The instructors and attendees are all passionate about supporting small business programs.”
“The class provides the knowledge and tools needed to strengthen a small business program. It’s a valuable resource for both new and experienced Small Business Liaison Officers, with plenty of opportunities to learn and network.”
“One of the best professional training courses I’ve attended—informative, engaging, and practical.”
“As a growing aerospace supplier transitioning from a small to a large business, we needed guidance on meeting customer requirements. This training gave us a strong starting point for building the right processes within our small business program.”
“I’m grateful my organization supported us in taking this course. After seven years as a Small Business Liaison Officer, I still learned new information while also refreshing key concepts. The training was informative, timely, and very well done.”
“This is the most valuable and detailed training I’ve completed for my role as a Small Business Liaison Officer. I’m very glad I discovered ASDP.”
“Whether you are new to the Small Business Liaison Officer role or taking on new responsibilities, this course provides the tools and confidence to succeed. The networking opportunities are also extremely valuable.”
“The training was excellent from start to finish. The instructors were knowledgeable, engaging, and brought great energy to the sessions.”
“The ASDP training offered a detailed overview of important rules and regulations while also creating meaningful networking opportunities with other professionals in the field.”
“This was my fourth recertification, and I still walked away with new insights. The instructors are excellent, the topics are relevant, and the networking opportunities are always worthwhile.”
“The classroom discussions and group activities made the learning experience very engaging. The instructors brought deep industry knowledge, and connecting with other small business program professionals was a major benefit.”