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Do you find yourself randomly classifying products… when you are not at work? Does the reason why you jump out of bed every morning have anything to do with validating your supply chain to insure trade compliance? Did you sit in your favorite chair with a glass of wine, paging through the latest regulations and thought to yourself, ‘what a great way to spend my free time’? If any of these apply to you, then you are very likely a ‘trade geek’… that is why we created Simply Trade just for you. Your hosts, Andy and Lalo have a combined 60+ years in the industry. Covering everything from logistics to technology. There is so much to learn with the ever-evolving world of trade. We’ve invited some friends over to our podcast to simply ’shoot the ship’ on all things trade. So join us every week as we discuss current and important trade topics with experts in their field who are passionate about helping you succeed! You’ll never run out of things to learn when it comes to trading goods across international borders. Let’s get to it!

  1. 3일 전

    [Cindy's Version] Tolerate It: Is the Administration Redefining Country of Origin?

    Host: Cindy Allen Published: August 14, 2026 Length: Approx. 14 minutes Presented by: Global Training Center Summary What if the country of origin rules trade professionals have relied on for decades were fundamentally redefined? In this episode of Simply Trade: Cindy’s Version, Cindy Allen uses Taylor Swift’s “Tolerate It” as the backdrop for a consequential week in international trade. She begins with newly announced Section 232 duties affecting certain advanced drones, including a 100% duty rate for much of the world and different treatment for several trading partners. But the heart of the episode is a potentially much bigger shift: the administration’s evolving approach to “transshipment” and component-level country of origin. Cindy examines an August 13 opinion column from senior trade adviser Peter Navarro and a companion White House paper, explaining why their arguments could challenge long-established substantial-transformation principles. If this approach becomes policy, importers could face dramatically more complex reporting requirements—potentially identifying the origin, value, tariff treatment, and trade-remedy exposure of individual components inside finished products. For trade professionals and manufacturers, Cindy’s message is clear: understanding your supply chain down to the component and raw-material level may become more important than ever. This Week in Trade • New Section 232 duties target certain advanced drones, with a 100% rate for much of the world and different treatment for specified trading partners. • Additional component-level duties related to the drone action could take effect in February 2027. • Peter Navarro’s “It Was a Great Scam While It Lasted” challenges traditional thinking around transshipment and imported components. • A proposed shift toward component-level origin and tariff treatment could significantly change importer compliance, supply-chain visibility, and entry processes. Main Topic / Discussion The central issue is a potentially fundamental change in how the United States approaches country of origin, substantial transformation, and transshipment. Traditionally, country-of-origin determinations can recognize that foreign components incorporated into a product in another country have undergone a substantial transformation. Cindy uses the example of a Chinese-made motor incorporated into a recliner manufactured in Canada: under established origin principles, the finished chair may be considered Canadian rather than treated simply as a collection of its original components. The administration’s emerging position, as Cindy describes it, could take a different approach—potentially requiring importers to account for certain underlying components, their countries of origin, values, and applicable tariff measures. The practical question is where such tracing would stop. For complex products such as automobiles, would importers need to separately account for engines and transmissions? Semiconductors and electronics? Spark plugs? Raw materials? For trade professionals, this could mean a substantial expansion of the data needed to support an import declaration and a much deeper examination of multi-tier supply chains. Cindy connects the issue to Taylor Swift’s “Tolerate It”: the trade community is watching major policy changes unfold while trying to understand how established trade practices may be transformed. Key Takeaways • Country-of-origin rules and the substantial-transformation standard could become a major focus of future trade policy and enforcement. • A broader definition of transshipment could create significant compliance implications for manufacturers and importers using globally sourced components. • Importers should increasingly understand their products beyond the finished-good level, including component origin, value, and potentially raw-material sourcing. • Technology and supply-chain data providers may become even more critical if future requirements demand deeper component-level reporting and tariff analysis. Resources & Mentions • Global Training Center • Peter Navarro — “It Was a Great Scam While It Lasted” (New York Times opinion column, August 13, 2026) • White House companion paper addressing trade, transshipment, and component-level imports • Section 232 trade measures concerning certain advanced drones Credits Host: Cindy Allen Guest(s): N/A Producer: Lalo Solorzano 📢 Subscribe & Follow Stay connected with the Simply Trade community and never miss an episode that helps you trade smarter. 🎧 Listen on: • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube 💬 Connect with us: • Simply Trade • Global Training Center • Trade Geeks Community Don't forget to rate, review, and share with your fellow trade geeks! Want to be on the show or have topic suggestions? SimplyTrade@GlobalTrainingCenter.com

  2. 4일 전

    AI, Tariffs & the New U.S. Trade Map: What the 2026 Numbers Reveal

    Host: Lalo Solorzano and Andy Shiles Guest(s): Ken Roberts and Tatiana Panzardi Published: August 13, 2026 Length: ~35 minutes Presented by: Global Training Center Summary The latest U.S. trade numbers are in—and they reveal an economy being reshaped by artificial intelligence, tariffs, changing supply chains, and new patterns in global commerce. In this quarterly trade update, Lalo Solorzano and Andy Shiles welcome back trade-data expert Ken Roberts, joined by Tatiana Panzardi of WorldCity, to unpack U.S. Census Bureau trade data through the first six months of 2026. The numbers tell a fascinating story. U.S. trade is up, Mexico is firmly positioned as the nation's leading trading partner, and Port Laredo has returned to the top among U.S. trade gateways by value. But perhaps the biggest shift is happening in technology: computer imports have surged as companies pour billions into AI infrastructure and data centers, changing rankings that were historically dominated by oil and automobiles. At the same time, passenger-vehicle imports and exports are feeling the effects of tariffs and changing automotive policy. Beyond the statistics, this episode asks the question that matters to trade professionals and business leaders: What do these numbers mean for your sourcing, markets, contracts, and growth strategy? Main Topic / Discussion U.S. trade is undergoing a structural shift. Ken and Tatiana walk through the latest trade data and explain how AI investment, tariffs, energy, automotive trade, and supply-chain realignment are changing which commodities, countries, and ports dominate U.S. commerce. One of the clearest signals is the extraordinary growth in computer imports. Through the first six months of 2026, the episode reports computer imports at approximately $194.4 billion, compared with roughly $101.4 billion during the same period in 2025. Much of that growth is tied to servers and infrastructure supporting AI data centers. Meanwhile, Mexico remains central to U.S. trade, while Taiwan, Vietnam, South Korea, and other Asian economies are becoming increasingly important within changing global supply chains. The automotive story looks different. Passenger-vehicle imports have declined amid tariffs, while exports to several major markets have also weakened. The discussion explores what that means for specialized automotive ports and for companies navigating higher costs and shifting demand. Ultimately, the hosts bring the data back to business strategy: understanding trade trends can help companies identify new export markets, rethink sourcing, anticipate supply-chain changes, and spot opportunities before competitors do. Key Takeaways • AI is rewriting the U.S. import rankings. Massive investment in servers and data-center infrastructure has pushed computers ahead of categories such as passenger vehicles and oil, illustrating how quickly AI investment is affecting physical trade flows. • Mexico's importance continues to grow. Mexico ranks as the leading U.S. trade partner in the data discussed, including its critical role in both imports and exports, while Port Laredo has again become the nation's leading trade gateway by value. • Supply chains continue shifting away from China. Taiwan, Vietnam, South Korea, and other Asian markets are taking increasingly prominent positions as tariffs, technology investment, and sourcing strategies reshape longstanding trade patterns. • Trade data should be a business-development tool. Importers, exporters, executives, and small-business owners can use commodity, country, and port data to identify growing markets, sourcing opportunities, emerging demand, and potential risks. Resources & Mentions • Global Training Center • USTradeNumbers • Ken Roberts on Forbes Credits Host: Lalo Solorzano Andy Shiles Guest(s): Ken Roberts - LinkedIn Tatiana Panzardi - LinkedIn Producer: Lalo Solorzano 📢 Subscribe & Follow Stay connected with the Simply Trade community and never miss an episode that helps you trade smarter. 🎧 Listen on: • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube 💬 Connect with us: • Simply Trade • Global Training Center • Trade Geeks Community Don't forget to rate, review, and share with your fellow trade geeks! Want to be on the show or have topic suggestions? SimplyTrade@GlobalTrainingCenter.com

  3. 5일 전

    [ICPA] From Corn Dogs to Compliance: The Heart Behind ICPA

    Host: Victoria Schneider Guest(s): Elisabeth Sherrell, Lynda Thomas Published: TBD Length: ~21 minutes Presented by: Global Training Center Summary What do corn dogs, introverts, an Applebee’s, and international trade compliance have in common? More than you might expect. In this candid, behind-the-scenes conversation, host Victoria Schneider sits down with Elisabeth Sherrell and ICPA co-founder Lynda Thomas for a look at the people, stories, and relationships behind the International Compliance Professionals Association (ICPA). Lynda shares the unlikely career path that took her from nearly managing customer service for a corn dog company to a career in logistics and trade compliance. The conversation then explores a familiar truth across the industry: very few people grow up planning to work in trade. Yet today, tariffs, supply chains, forced labor, sourcing, and global commerce have become part of everyday conversation—and trade compliance professionals are more important than ever. The group also reflects on ICPA’s beginnings, its pioneering Q&A network, the power of learning from different perspectives, and the personal legacy behind an organization built to feel as much like a family as a professional association. It’s a funny, personal, and heartfelt look at how a niche profession created a remarkable community. Main Topic / Discussion This episode explores the human side of trade compliance and the origins and evolution of ICPA. Victoria, Elisabeth, and Lynda discuss how professionals find their way into trade, why collaboration has always been central to the industry, and how ICPA grew from a simple idea—connecting people who needed better access to information—into a professional community. The conversation also looks ahead as trade becomes increasingly visible to consumers and businesses. With tariffs, sourcing, forced labor, and supply-chain issues now part of mainstream conversations, the need for knowledgeable trade professionals—and strong professional networks—continues to grow. Building a Community, Not Just an Association Lynda recalls how ICPA’s Q&A concept began as a way to connect professionals who were independently searching for answers. Rather than treating knowledge as a competitive advantage, ICPA encouraged members to share perspectives, experiences, and solutions. Elisabeth also reflects on carrying forward the legacy created by ICPA’s founders and preserving what makes the organization distinctive: serious education delivered within a welcoming, approachable community. A Place for Introverts—and Every Kind of Trade Professional The conversation explores why networking can be challenging for the many introverts working in trade compliance. Lynda shares how relationships and professional communities can help people stretch beyond their comfort zones, while Victoria highlights the value of bringing new and younger professionals into the industry. Key Takeaways • Few people intentionally set out to become trade compliance professionals, but unexpected career paths can lead to rewarding, long-term opportunities in the field. • Trade compliance has become increasingly visible as tariffs, supply chains, sourcing, and forced labor move into mainstream consumer and business conversations. • The best answer to a compliance challenge may not be the only answer. Sharing different perspectives can help professionals develop stronger solutions. • ICPA’s strength comes from combining professional education with a trusted network where people can learn, connect, and support one another. Resources & Mentions • Global Training Center • International Compliance Professionals Association (ICPA) • Global Trade Pathways Conference Credits Host: Victoria Schneider Guest(s): Elisabeth Sherrell Lynda Thomas Producer: Lalo Solorzano 📢 Subscribe & Follow Stay connected with the Simply Trade community and never miss an episode that helps you trade smarter. 🎧 Listen on: • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube 💬 Connect with us: • Simply Trade • Global Training Center • Trade Geeks Community Don't forget to rate, review, and share with your fellow trade geeks! Want to be on the show or have topic suggestions? SimplyTrade@GlobalTrainingCenter.com

  4. 8월 7일

    [Cindy's Version] The Tortured Trade Department: Tariffs, AI & the New Enforcement Reality

    Host: Cindy Allen Published: August 7, 2026 Length: ~15 min Presented by: Global Training Center Summary International trade compliance is getting more complicated—and the tools used to enforce it are getting smarter. In this week’s Simply Trade update, Cindy Allen puts a trade-compliance spin on Taylor Swift’s The Tortured Poets Department and breaks down a busy week of tariff changes, forced-labor developments, enforcement activity, and technology. Cindy examines new Section 232 developments affecting pharmaceuticals, solar-grade polysilicon and derivative products, along with proposed additions to existing copper, steel, and aluminum measures. The growing focus on derivative products means importers increasingly need visibility beyond the finished good, including components, raw materials, suppliers, pricing, origin, and potential exemptions. She also explores CBP’s increasing reliance on AI and advanced analytics, recent duty-evasion findings, UFLPA developments, China’s countermeasures, and complications surrounding IEEPA duty refunds. The bigger message for trade professionals: enforcement isn’t likely to disappear. As governments gain better analytical capabilities, companies need equally strong visibility into their supply chains. Technology can help uncover risk—but experienced trade professionals still have to interpret the data and make the right compliance decisions. This Week in Trade • New Section 232 requirements affecting solar-grade polysilicon and derivative products are adding another layer of supply-chain complexity. • Commerce has proposed adding 14 products to existing Section 232 measures covering copper, steel, and aluminum. • CBP’s roadmap through 2030 highlights AI, analytics, interoperability, and increasingly sophisticated enforcement capabilities. • Forced-labor enforcement, China countermeasures, duty-evasion cases, and IEEPA refund validation issues continue to create compliance challenges. Main Topic / Discussion The trade environment is moving beyond traditional questions about classification, value, and country of origin. Importers increasingly need visibility deep into their supply chains to understand the components and raw materials contained in finished products, the parties involved, applicable pricing rules, and whether exemptions apply. At the same time, CBP is becoming more sophisticated in how it identifies risk. Advanced analytics can connect activity across suppliers and transactions that an importer may not immediately see. For companies, that makes supply-chain visibility and technology increasingly important. AI can help organize and analyze enormous amounts of trade data, but technology alone isn't the answer. Trade professionals still need to evaluate the results, understand the regulatory context, and determine the actual compliance risk. Key Takeaways • Section 232 derivative-product measures mean importers may need visibility all the way down to component and raw-material levels. • CBP’s growing use of AI and analytical tools makes deeper supply-chain connections easier for enforcement teams to identify. • Companies should not assume heightened enforcement will disappear with future political or leadership changes. • Trade teams should evaluate whether their existing technology provides enough visibility to identify tariff exposure, exemptions, forced-labor concerns, and supplier-level risks before regulators do. Resources & Mentions • Global Training Center • U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) • Section 232 tariffs and derivative-product requirements • Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) • CBP Office of Field Operations 2030 roadmap • Trade Force Multiplier Credits Host: Cindy Allen Guest(s): N/A Producer: Lalo Solorzano 📢 Subscribe & Follow Stay connected with the Simply Trade community and never miss an episode that helps you trade smarter. 🎧 Listen on: • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube 💬 Connect with us: • Simply Trade • Global Training Center • Trade Geeks Community Don't forget to rate, review, and share with your fellow trade geeks! Want to be on the show or have topic suggestions? SimplyTrade@GlobalTrainingCenter.com

  5. 8월 6일

    Building Career Pathways with ICPA

    Host: Victoria Schneider and Lalo Solorzano Guest(s): Elisabeth Sherrell and Lynda Thomas Published: August 6, 2026 Length: Approximately 26 minutes Presented by: Global Training Center Summary What does the future of professional development look like for trade compliance professionals? In this episode, Victoria Schneider and Lalo Solorzano introduce a new monthly Simply Trade check-in with the International Compliance Professionals Association and explore the reimagined ICPA Global Trade Pathways Conference. Victoria, Elisabeth Sherrell, and ICPA co-founder Lynda Thomas explain why the event is no longer simply a smaller version of ICPA’s annual conference. Instead, it is being designed as a distinct experience for professionals at every stage of their careers—from students and newcomers to experienced compliance leaders. The conversation covers the conference’s new professional development track, which complements technical trade education with practical skills such as leadership, communication, networking, organization, presentation development, and self-assessment. The group also discusses professional certifications, certification preparation through Global Training Center, ICPA’s work with University of North Texas students, the importance of building a stronger talent pipeline, and ICPA’s expanding educational presence in Mexico and the Asia-Pacific region. Above all, this episode highlights the supportive community behind ICPA—a place where trade professionals can find education, career opportunities, meaningful connections, and people who understand the challenges of the profession. Main Topic / Discussion The ICPA Global Trade Pathways Conference is being redesigned as a standalone educational and professional-development experience rather than a smaller version of ICPA’s annual conference. Its programming brings together technical trade education, career development, certification opportunities, networking, and community building. Attendees can follow pathways suited to their experience level while developing the interpersonal and leadership skills needed to advance their careers. Professional Development Beyond Technical Knowledge Technical expertise may help someone become an effective compliance professional, but advancing into leadership often requires additional abilities. The professional development track will address topics such as: • Understanding personal communication and working styles • Developing leadership skills • Networking as an introvert • Delivering more impactful presentations • Staying organized in challenging environments • Connecting personal strengths with long-term career goals Certifications and Exam Preparation ICPA has selected five specialized international trade certifications that address meaningful areas of the profession, including export controls, imports, freight forwarding, logistics, and ITAR. The conference will provide live proctoring for certification exams, but attendees should prepare before arriving. The conference sessions alone are not intended to serve as complete exam preparation. Global Training Center has developed study roadmaps and preparation options, including an ITAR cohort led by Lila Landis, to help professionals prepare for these rigorous exams. Building the Next Generation of Trade Professionals ICPA is also working with students from the University of North Texas supply chain and logistics program. Students will have opportunities to attend sessions, meet service providers, explore employment possibilities, and learn how trade compliance can become a visible and rewarding career path. A Community Built Around Connection Education remains central to ICPA events, but the organization also emphasizes the personal connections created at its conferences. Attendees can meet peers facing similar challenges, exchange advice, build professional networks, discover job opportunities, and feel recognized within a profession that is often misunderstood or undervalued. Key Takeaways • The Global Trade Pathways Conference is a distinct event—not a smaller version of the ICPA Annual Conference. • Professional advancement requires communication, leadership, presentation, networking, and organizational skills in addition to technical expertise. • ICPA’s certification program gives trade professionals additional ways to demonstrate specialized knowledge and commitment to the industry. • Certification exams are intentionally rigorous and require advance preparation beyond attending conference sessions. • Partnerships with universities can introduce students to trade compliance and help strengthen the industry’s future talent pipeline. • The most valuable part of an ICPA conference may be the community of professionals who share experiences, advice, opportunities, and support. • ICPA plans to continue expanding its international education through conferences in Mexico and a future return to the Asia-Pacific region. Resources & Mentions • Global Training Center • 2026 ICPA Global Trade Pathways Conference • International Compliance Professionals Association • University of North Texas • Global Training Center ITAR certification preparation with Lila Landis • International Trade Certification Program • ITAR and EAR education • Import, export, freight-forwarding, and logistics certifications Credits Host: Victoria Schneider Lalo Solorzano Guest(s): Elisabeth Sherrell - LinkedIn Lynda Thomas - LinkedIn Producer: Mara Marquez 📢 Subscribe & Follow Stay connected with the Simply Trade community and never miss an episode that helps you trade smarter. 🎧 Listen on: • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube 💬 Connect with us: • Simply Trade • Global Training Center • Trade Geeks Community Don't forget to rate, review, and share with your fellow trade geeks! Want to be on the show or have topic suggestions? SimplyTrade@GlobalTrainingCenter.com

  6. 7월 31일

    Are You Ready for It? – One Full Year of Cindy's Version

    A year of making international trade make sense—one Taylor Swift song at a time. Host: Cindy Allen Published: July 31, 2026 Length: ~16:19 Presented by: Global Training Center Summary One year ago, Cindy's Version debuted with a simple mission: make international trade news easier to understand—one Taylor Swift song at a time. In this anniversary episode, Cindy celebrates the milestone while tackling another week packed with major developments impacting importers, customs brokers, and global supply chains. Using Taylor Swift's "...Ready For It?" as the theme, Cindy explores the latest discussions surrounding de minimis changes, duty enforcement, USMCA negotiations, new pharmaceutical Section 232 tariffs, and CBP's continued focus on trade enforcement. More importantly, she explains why companies should stop reacting to trade actions and instead prepare for them through proactive planning. The episode's biggest takeaway isn't tied to any single tariff announcement. It's about building an organizational playbook that brings together compliance, finance, legal, procurement, sales, and executive leadership before the next trade action arrives. With regulatory changes becoming more frequent and enforcement continuing to increase, preparation has become one of the most valuable competitive advantages a company can have. Whether you're an importer, customs broker, compliance professional, or executive responsible for global supply chains, this anniversary episode offers practical guidance for staying ready in today's constantly evolving trade environment. This Week in Trade • CBP receives extensive feedback on proposed de minimis changes and postal parity concerns. • CBP announces more than $1 billion recovered through Enforce and Protect Act (EAPA) duty evasion investigations. • USMCA negotiations continue amid reported disagreements surrounding Sections 232 and 301 tariffs. • New Section 232 requirements for patented pharmaceuticals introduce additional reporting responsibilities for importers and customs brokers. Main Topic / Discussion International trade has entered an era where regulatory changes occur regularly rather than occasionally. Cindy explains why companies should move beyond reacting to each announcement and instead establish a repeatable response process. Rather than focusing solely on individual tariff actions, organizations should develop a cross-functional trade playbook that identifies affected products, evaluates financial exposure, assesses contractual obligations, communicates with suppliers and customers, and enables leadership to make informed decisions quickly. Preparation—not prediction—is becoming the defining characteristic of successful trade compliance programs. Key Takeaways • Trade enforcement continues to accelerate, making strong compliance programs more valuable than ever. • High-quality supply chain data is essential for responding quickly to new trade actions. • Cross-functional planning involving finance, legal, procurement, sales, and compliance should be documented before regulatory changes occur. • Companies that develop repeatable trade response playbooks will be better positioned to navigate future tariffs and enforcement actions. Resources & Mentions • Global Training Center — https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast • Trade Force Multiplier - https://www.linkedin.com/company/trade-force-multiplier-llc/?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast • Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) • USMCA • Section 232 Tariffs • Enforce and Protect Act (EAPA) Credits Host Cindy Allen https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindy-allen-a3188210/ Guest(s) N/A Producer Lalo Solorzano https://www.linkedin.com/in/lalosolorzano/?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast 📢 Subscribe & Follow Stay connected with the Simply Trade community and never miss an episode that helps you trade smarter. 🎧 Listen on • Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/simply-trade/id1640329690?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast • Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/09m199JO6fuNumbcrHTkGq?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast • YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@simplytradepod?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast 💬 Connect with us • Simply Trade https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/simply-trade-podcast/?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast • Global Training Center https://www.linkedin.com/company/global-training-center/?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast • Trade Geeks Community https://globaltrainingcenter.com/portal/?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast Don't forget to rate, review, and share with your fellow trade geeks! Want to be on the show or have topic suggestions? SimplyTrade@GlobalTrainingCenter.com

  7. 7월 31일

    Tariff Refunds After IEEPA: What's Next for Importers? - with Valerie Sorensen-Clark

    Host: Lalo Solorzano & Andy Shiles Guest(s): Valerie Sorensen-Clark Published: July 30, 2026 Length: ~25 minutes Presented by: Global Training Center Summary What happens when a court rules that tariffs were improperly imposed—and how can importers recover the money they've already paid? In this episode of Simply Trade, hosts Lalo Solorzano and Andy Shiles welcome international trade attorney Valerie Sorensen-Clark of GDLSK. Drawing from her unique experience as former U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) counsel, Valerie explains the current status of IEEPA tariff litigation and what businesses should expect as CBP processes refunds. The discussion breaks down the difference between liquidated and unliquidated entries, why those distinctions matter, and how the new CAPE refund process is being implemented. Valerie also shares behind-the-scenes insight into the legal and operational challenges CBP faces while building systems to process unprecedented tariff refunds. Whether you're an importer, customs broker, trade professional, or legal advisor, this conversation offers practical guidance on determining your eligibility, understanding the refund process, and knowing when it's time to consult customs counsel. If your company paid IEEPA tariffs, this episode provides valuable context on what comes next and how to prepare. Main Topic / Discussion The conversation focuses on the evolving legal landscape surrounding IEEPA tariffs following recent court decisions and what those rulings mean for importers seeking refunds. Valerie explains: Why the courts determined the IEEPA tariffs exceeded statutory authority. The operational rollout of CBP's CAPE refund process. The critical distinction between liquidated and unliquidated entries. Why some refunds can be processed immediately while others require additional court action. Practical steps importers should take now to determine their options. Key Takeaways • Court decisions have opened the door for many importers to recover improperly collected IEEPA tariffs. • Understanding whether an entry is liquidated or unliquidated is critical because it determines how refunds may be processed. • CBP has made significant progress implementing the CAPE refund process but continues expanding functionality for more complex entry types. • Importers with significant tariff exposure should consult an experienced customs attorney to evaluate potential recovery opportunities. Resources & Mentions • Global Training Center – https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast • GDLSK LLP - https://www.gdlsk.com/?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast  • U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) • U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) Credits Host: Lalo Solorzano — https://www.linkedin.com/in/lalosolorzano/ Andy Shiles — https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyshiles/ Guest(s): Valerie Sorensen-Clark — https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerieannsorensen/ Producer: Lalo Solorzano — https://www.linkedin.com/in/lalosolorzano/?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast 📢 Subscribe & Follow Stay connected with the Simply Trade community and never miss an episode that helps you trade smarter. 🎧 Listen on: • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/simply-trade/id1640329690?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/09m199JO6fuNumbcrHTkGq?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@simplytradepod?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast 💬 Connect with us: • Simply Trade: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/simply-trade-podcast/?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast • Global Training Center: https://www.linkedin.com/company/global-training-center/?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast • Trade Geeks Community: https://globaltrainingcenter.com/portal/?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast Don't forget to rate, review, and share with your fellow trade geeks! Want to be on the show or have topic suggestions? SimplyTrade@GlobalTrainingCenter.com

  8. 7월 28일

    [TIPS] Importer of Record Responsibilities: What Importers Must Own Now

    Host: Lalo Solorzano Guest(s): Ashley Arnold Length: 13:20 Presented by: Global Training Center Summary In this final installment of the Simply Trade tips run with Ashley Arnold, Lalo Solorzano and Ashley turn to a foundational question with growing consequences: who truly owns import compliance? As enforcement intensifies and importer-of-record expectations receive more attention, the conversation examines why relying entirely on a customs broker is no longer a workable compliance strategy. Ashley explains that brokers remain essential partners, but importers must understand and retain responsibility for tariff classification, customs valuation, country of origin, recordkeeping, and supply-chain visibility. The discussion also explores why foreign importers of record may face tougher vetting, how increased entry volume can expose weak processes, and why service providers need clearer accountability and a reliable paper trail. The episode moves beyond theory with practical advice: establish ownership for classification decisions, use ACE reports to review entry activity, investigate data that looks unusual, and create a recurring audit cadence instead of waiting for Customs to ask questions. The message is direct: compliance cannot be treated as a one-time setup or delegated without oversight. Importers that stay engaged, document their decisions, and work proactively with their brokers will be better positioned to identify errors early and respond confidently when scrutiny increases. Main Topic / Discussion Lalo and Ashley discuss the responsibilities attached to serving as an importer of record in a heightened enforcement environment. They explain why importers must actively oversee classification, valuation, country of origin, entry data, and recordkeeping—even when a customs broker manages the filing process. The conversation also examines increased scrutiny of foreign importers of record, the growing pressure placed on brokers and surety providers, and the importance of using ACE data to identify inconsistencies before they become larger compliance problems. Key Takeaways • Importers remain responsible for the accuracy and defensibility of their customs declarations, even when a broker files entries on their behalf. • Every importer should establish clear internal ownership for tariff classification, valuation, country-of-origin determinations, and supporting records. • ACE reports can help compliance teams identify unusual tariff numbers, unauthorized activity, entry discrepancies, and other potential risks. • Proactive, recurring audits are more effective than waiting for a Customs inquiry, payment issue, or post-entry correction deadline. Resources & Mentions • Global Training Center • CBP Automated Commercial Environment • Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism Credits Host: Lalo Solorzano Guest(s): Ashley Arnold 📢 Subscribe & Follow Stay connected with the Simply Trade community and never miss an episode that helps you trade smarter. 🎧 Listen on: • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube 💬 Connect with us: • Simply Trade • Global Training Center • Trade Geeks Community Don't forget to rate, review, and share with your fellow trade geeks! Want to be on the show or have topic suggestions? SimplyTrade@GlobalTrainingCenter.com

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Do you find yourself randomly classifying products… when you are not at work? Does the reason why you jump out of bed every morning have anything to do with validating your supply chain to insure trade compliance? Did you sit in your favorite chair with a glass of wine, paging through the latest regulations and thought to yourself, ‘what a great way to spend my free time’? If any of these apply to you, then you are very likely a ‘trade geek’… that is why we created Simply Trade just for you. Your hosts, Andy and Lalo have a combined 60+ years in the industry. Covering everything from logistics to technology. There is so much to learn with the ever-evolving world of trade. We’ve invited some friends over to our podcast to simply ’shoot the ship’ on all things trade. So join us every week as we discuss current and important trade topics with experts in their field who are passionate about helping you succeed! You’ll never run out of things to learn when it comes to trading goods across international borders. Let’s get to it!

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