Nicholas Budniewski

Nicholas Budniewski, PMP, currently serves as Program Manager of Commercialization at Steuben Foods Inc., where a key project involves enhancing the New Product Commercialization program co-developed in 2020. Previously held the position of Manager of New Product Commercialization, facilitating the transition from benchtop formula to full production for contract manufacturing clients. Prior experience includes roles as Senior Lead in Impact Communications and Senior Copywriter at Elmhurst® 1925, where Nicholas aligned content with the organization's sustainability-focused mission. Earlier positions also include Training and Educational Initiatives Manager and Product Test Technician, along with teaching social studies at the Pavilion Central School District, where Nicholas was recognized as Teacher of the Year in 2007. Nicholas holds a Master of Science in Global Business from Daemen University, a Master of Education in Adolescence Education from the University at Buffalo, and a Bachelor of Arts in History from Canisius University.