Gregory Sampson, Author at Trade Treasury Payments

Gregory Sampson is a seasoned expert in international trade, digital innovation, and sustainable development, with over 15 years of experience supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to compete and thrive in global markets.

Since 2015, Gregory has served as a Solutions Architect at the International Trade Centre (ITC) under the Trade for Sustainable Development Programme. In this role, he leads the design and deployment of digital solutions that empower SMEs through data—from traceability systems and sustainability self-assessments to platforms that enable compliance with complex regulatory frameworks such as the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).

His work spans both the textile and garment sector and agriculture, helping producers and exporters unlock market access through transparent, verifiable supply chains. Gregory plays a key role in developing and scaling tools that help SMEs collect and control their sustainability data, ensure traceability, and build trust with buyers and regulators.

Earlier in his career, Gregory was a Market Analyst at ITC, where he led training and capacity-building initiatives in the field on trade intelligence tools. Before joining ITC, he worked with the International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers & Associations, advising the Director General on strategic issues.

Gregory holds a BSc in Economics and a Master’s degree in International Political Economy from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE).