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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. قبل ١٢ ساعة

    Finding Millions in Your Pocket: The Strategic Power of Duty Drawback

    Hosts: Lalo Solorzano & Andy Shiles Guest: Simran Dalvi – Duty Drawback Specialist, CITTA Customs Brokers Published: October 2025 Presented by: Global Training Center 💡 Unlocking Hidden Cash in Trade Compliance In this episode, Andy and Lalo are joined by Simran Dalvi of CITTA Customs Brokers to demystify one of the most underutilized trade programs in the U.S. — Duty Drawback. As companies struggle to manage tariffs, supply chain disruptions, and unpredictable trade policy shifts, Simran explains how duty drawback can become a strategic financial tool rather than an afterthought. They discuss how importers can recover millions in duties by improving documentation, applying for drawback privileges, and aligning teams across compliance, logistics, and finance. 🧠 What You’ll Learn in This Episode 💰 What duty drawback is — and how it can uncover hidden revenue opportunities ⚙️ How “drawback privileges” accelerate payments and improve cash flow 📄 Why documentation and audit readiness are critical for claim success 📊 How automation and AI tools are streamlining the drawback process 🏢 What executives and CFOs should ask their teams to find out if they qualify 🔑 Key Takeaways Duty drawback is a privilege, not a right — accuracy and documentation are everything. Companies can recover up to five years’ worth of duties on eligible imports. Drawback privileges allow for faster refunds and simplified claim processing. CBP’s backlog and staff shortages mean proactive preparation is key. Many importers qualify for drawback without even realizing it — and could be sitting on “millions in their pocket.” 📌 Resources & Mentions CITTA Customs Brokers – Duty Drawback Specialists CITTA Blog: Understanding Drawback Privileges CBP – Duty Drawback Overview ACE Portal – U.S. Customs and Border Protection AAEI – American Association of Exporters and Importers Global Training Center 🎧 Credits Hosts: Lalo Solorzano Andy Shiles Guest: Simran Dalvi – Duty Drawback Specialist, CITTA Customs Brokers Producer: Lalo Solorzano 📢 Subscribe & Follow Presented by Global Training Center — providing education, consulting, workshops, and compliance resources for trade professionals. 👉 www.GlobalTrainingCenter.com Connect with us: Simply Trade Podcast on LinkedIn Global Training Center on LinkedIn YouTube Spotify Apple Podcasts Trade Geeks Community Would you like me to also draft the LinkedIn promo post for this episode? I can make it center around the quote “It’s like finding a $20 bill in your pocket — except it’s millions” from Simran.

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    [TIPS] Continuing Education: Investing in Yourself and Your Trade Team

    Hosts: Renee Chuichiarelli & Julie Parks Published: [Insert publish date here] Length: ~8 minutes Presented by: Global Training Center In this final episode of the Career mini-series, Hammer & Heels (Renee & Julie) talk about one of the most critical — and often overlooked — aspects of career growth: continuing education. They share how lifelong learning not only builds credibility and compliance strength but also demonstrates leadership, engagement, and care for your team and company. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why Targeted Training Matters – Traditional education can only go so far. Trade professionals grow fastest through focused, real-world learning like Global Training Center’s import/export certifications and broker CEU programs. Set an Education Standard – Create a skills and behavior matrix for your team. Identify not just technical skills, but also soft skills like curiosity, decision-making, and the ability to say “pause” or “no” when compliance demands it. Build the Business Case for Training – The cost of training is far less than the cost of turnover. Invest in your existing talent and highlight how learning reduces risk and strengthens company culture. Think Globally – Don’t limit yourself to U.S. training programs. Look into courses offered in other countries (Ireland, Australia, etc.) for new perspectives on familiar trade topics. Julie’s FIO (Figure It Out) 👉 This week’s action item: Set a professional education goal for yourself — or your team — this quarter. Identify one new course, certification, or skill area to pursue, and if you need buy-in, build your business case showing the ROI of training versus rehiring. Keep the Conversation Going Join the Trade Geeks Community at Global Training Center and tell Renee & Julie: Have you set an educational goal for yourself or your team? Do you have a business case for training investment? Which course or certification are you tackling next? Credits Hosts: Renee Chiuchiarelli – LinkedIn Julie Parks – LinkedIn Producer: Lalo Solorzano – LinkedIn Subscribe & Follow 🎙️ New TIPS episodes every Tuesday. Presented by: Global Training Center — providing education, consulting, workshops, and compliance resources for trade professionals. Connect with Us Simply Trade Podcast on LinkedIn Global Training Center on LinkedIn YouTube Spotify Apple Podcasts 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? 📩 Email us at SimplyTrade@GlobalTrainingCenter.com 🐦 DM us on Twitter/X @SimplyTradePod

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  3. [ROUNDUP] Trade Deals, Green Policies, and the Rise of Trade Strategists

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    [ROUNDUP] Trade Deals, Green Policies, and the Rise of Trade Strategists

    Host: Annik Sobing Guest: Bonnie Gutz Published: October 12, 2025 Length: ~29 minutes Presented by: Global Training Center Europe’s Balancing Act: Free Trade, Green Goals, and the Future of Trade Strategy In this Simply Trade Roundup episode, Annik Sobing welcomes back Bonnie Gutz, an expert in international trade regulation, compliance, and strategic trade leadership. Together, they explore how Europe is reshaping trade policy to balance growth and sustainability — and what that means for trade professionals worldwide. The discussion kicks off with Europe’s newly finalized EU–Indonesia trade agreement, which removes tariffs on over 98% of goods. Bonnie breaks down the opportunities and the controversies surrounding this deal, particularly its overlap with the European Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). From palm oil and environmental impact to the politics of delaying green rules, this episode dives deep into Europe’s evolving priorities. The conversation then shifts to the emergence of the “Trade Strategist” — a new kind of professional who integrates trade policy, finance, and compliance to help companies plan long-term. Finally, Annik and Bonnie discuss the WTO’s recent study on artificial intelligence and its prediction that AI could increase international trade by up to 40% over the next 15 years. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Key details of the EU–Indonesia Free Trade Agreement and its 98% tariff reduction. How Europe’s environmental commitments — especially the EUDR — are being tested by economic and political realities. Why palm oil sits at the center of the trade-versus-sustainability debate. The emerging role of a Trade Strategist and why every global company may soon need one. How AI and automation could increase global trade efficiency by 30–40%, according to the WTO. Key Takeaways The EU’s trade expansion efforts sometimes conflict with its sustainability goals, forcing hard policy choices. The EUDR delay sparked pushback from businesses already prepared for its rollout — showing how compliance expectations are shifting. The concept of a Trade Strategist reflects the growing intersection of compliance, strategy, and executive leadership. Artificial Intelligence is transforming trade operations — from tariff classification to strategic forecasting. Businesses that embrace AI early will likely lead in efficiency, compliance accuracy, and strategic agility. Resources & Mentions European Commission – EU–Indonesia Trade Agreement Announcement EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) World Trade Organization – AI & Global Trade Study Global Training Center Credits Host: Annik Sobing Guest: Bonnie Gutz Producer: Lalo Solorzano Subscribe & Follow New Roundup episodes every week. Presented by: Global Training Center — providing education, consulting, workshops, and compliance resources for trade professionals. 👉 www.GlobalTrainingCenter.com Connect with us: Simply Trade Podcast on LinkedIn Global Training Center on LinkedIn YouTube Spotify Apple Podcasts 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? 📩 Reach us at SimplyTrade@GlobalTrainingCenter.com or DM us on Twitter/X @SimplyTradePod

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  4. قبل ٥ أيام

    [Cindy’s Version] Bigger Than the Whole Sky: Trade Updates and a Tribute to an Industry Legend

    Host: Cindy Allen Published: October 10, 2025 Length: ~10 minutes Presented by: Global Training Center Bigger Than the Whole Sky: Trade Updates and a Tribute to an Industry Legend This week, Cindy Allen — the Taylor Swift of Trade — opens with the song Bigger Than the Whole Sky to deliver both a critical trade update and a heartfelt reflection. Cindy begins by covering breaking developments in U.S.–China trade, including new restrictions on rare earth minerals and lithium batteries, retaliatory tariffs on U.S.-owned ships, and the potential escalation of mutual trade barriers. She also breaks down recent CBP clarifications on Section 232 duties for timber and lumber products, including tariff rates, exemptions, and country-specific limitations for the UK, Japan, and the EU. The episode then takes a more personal turn as Cindy pays tribute to Anne Lister, co-founder of the International Compliance Professionals Association (ICPA), who passed away unexpectedly earlier this week. Through anecdotes, history, and heartfelt memories, Cindy honors Anne’s legacy, her contributions to the trade community, and the profound impact she had on those who knew her. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: China’s three new trade actions against the U.S.: • Restrictions on rare earth mineral exports • Tariffs on U.S.-owned ships • Restrictions on lithium batteries and production equipment U.S. response and potential new tariff increases under Section 232 CBP clarification on lumber and timber tariffs, including duty rates and exemptions How the UK, Japan, and the EU negotiated reduced rates under 232 agreements The legacy of Anne Lister, co-founder of ICPA, and her lasting influence on trade compliance professionals Key Takeaways: China’s latest actions signal a deepening trade rift and potential escalation in tariff retaliation. CBP’s timber and lumber clarification provides critical insight into product classification and country exemptions. U.S. importers must monitor changes closely as new 232 measures take effect. The global trade community remembers Anne Lister — a visionary who helped shape modern compliance education and connection. Resources & Mentions: Federal Register – Section 232 Tariff Notices U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) International Compliance Professionals Association (ICPA) Credits Hosts: Cindy Allen – LinkedIn Trade Force Multiplier Producer: Lalo Solorzano – LinkedIn Subscribe & Follow New episodes every Friday. Presented by: Global Training Center — providing education, consulting, workshops, and compliance resources for trade professionals. 👉 Connect with us: Simply Trade Podcast on LinkedIn Global Training Center on LinkedIn YouTube Spotify Apple Podcasts Trade Geeks Community Don’t forget to rate, review, and share with your fellow trade geeks!

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    [CANADA] Tariffs, Retaliation, and the Road to the 2025 IE Canada Summit

    Host: Warrington Ellacott Guest: William Pellerin – Partner, International Trade & Investment Law, McMillan LLP Published: October 2025 Presented by: Global Training Center 🇨🇦 From Tariffs to Trade Diversification: The Canadian Perspective In this Simply Trade: Canada Edition, host Warrington Ellacott from the Canadian Association of Importers and Exporters (IE Canada) sits down with returning guest William Pellerin of McMillan LLP for a candid conversation about how the shifting trade landscape is reshaping Canada’s import–export community. From IEEPA tariffs and Canada’s retaliatory measures to new tariff rate quotas (TRQs) and countervailing duty cases, Warrington and Will break down the latest developments affecting manufacturers, exporters, and importers across the country. They also explore how global supply chains are being redrawn along new geopolitical lines — and how Canadian provinces, policymakers, and the private sector are responding with trade diversification, infrastructure investment, and a renewed focus on internal collaboration. What You’ll Learn in This Episode How U.S. IEEPA and Section 232 tariffs are impacting Canadian sectors The rise of TRQs and their effect on the steel and aluminum industries Why Canada is experiencing a surge in anti-dumping and countervailing duty cases The ripple effects of China’s retaliation on Canadian agriculture and seafood exports How Canada’s trade diversification strategy and new FTAs are reshaping global positioning Key Takeaways Tariff wars are evolving, and Canada is adapting by pursuing trade diversification and new bilateral agreements. Canada’s TRQ system and retaliatory tariffs are forcing companies to reassess sourcing and supply strategies. China’s countermeasures on canola and seafood illustrate the fragility of global market dependencies. Despite challenges, there’s momentum behind domestic collaboration, with provinces working together to fast-track major infrastructure projects. The upcoming IE Canada Summit in Ottawa is the place to hear directly from Canada’s trade leaders and policy voices. Resources & Mentions 2025 IE Canada Summit – Event Details & Speakers (PDF) → Use Promo Code: SIMPLYTRADE to receive a special discount when registering! Canadian Association of Importers and Exporters (IE Canada) McMillan LLP – International Trade & Investment Law House of Commons CIIT Committee – Trade Hearings Global Affairs Canada – Trade Diversification Strategy Global Training Center 🎧 Credits Host: Warrington Ellacott – President, IE Canada Guest: William Pellerin – Partner, McMillan LLP Produced by: Lalo Solorzano, Global Training Center 📢 Subscribe & Follow Presented by Global Training Center — your source for trade education, compliance training, and professional resources. 👉 www.GlobalTrainingCenter.com Connect with us: Simply Trade Podcast on LinkedIn Global Training Center on LinkedIn YouTube Spotify Apple Podcasts Trade Geeks Community

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    [TIPS] Self-Branding: Defining Your Image and Influence in Trade

    Hosts: Renee Chuichiarelli & Julie Parks Published: [Insert publish date here] Length: ~7 minutes Presented by: Global Training Center In this Career mini-series episode, Hammer & Heels (Renee & Julie) unpack one of the most underrated skills in a trade professional’s toolkit — self-branding. Whether you’re defining your personal image or shaping how your department is viewed, your brand determines how others trust, engage, and value your work. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Who Are You (or Your Department)? – Identify your values, authenticity, and risk profile. How do you show up in your organization and community? What Do You Do? – Define your scope: import, export, compliance, or operations — and what sets you apart. Who Do You Work For? – Understand how company size, industry, and complexity influence your brand and the story you tell. How Do You Operate? – Highlight what makes you passionate and effective. Use AI tools to refine your personal branding statement and showcase your strengths. Renee and Julie share practical examples, including using AI to craft branding statements that truly capture who you are. Julie’s own example: “Turning global trade complexity into a strategic advantage — from borders to bottom line.” Julie’s FIO (Figure It Out) 👉 This week’s action item: Answer the four branding questions for yourself (or your department). Revisit how you and your team are perceived, and refresh your personal or professional brand statement to match where you are today. Keep the Conversation Going Join the Trade Geeks Community at Global Training Center and tell Renee & Julie: Did you go through the four branding questions? How would you describe your personal or departmental brand? What’s one thing you’ll change to strengthen that brand? Credits Hosts: Renee Chiuchiarelli – LinkedIn Julie Parks – LinkedIn Producer: Lalo Solorzano – LinkedIn Subscribe & Follow 🎙️ New TIPS episodes every Tuesday. Presented by: Global Training Center — providing education, consulting, workshops, and compliance resources for trade professionals. Connect with Us Simply Trade Podcast on LinkedIn Global Training Center on LinkedIn YouTube Spotify Apple Podcasts 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? Email us at SimplyTrade@GlobalTrainingCenter.com DM us on Twitter/X @SimplyTradePod

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    [EVENTS]: Mexico & Texas — two must-attend trade events this fall

    Hosts: Annik Sobing & Andy Shiles Guests: Alyson Hachey, Elisabeth Sherrell, Bonnie Kersch, Lila Landis & George Reid Published: October 5, 2025 Length: ~29 minutes Presented by: Global Training Center In this episode Annik Sobing and Andy Shiles are joined by a panel of conference organizers and long-time trade educators — Alyson Hachey, Elisabeth Sherrell, Bonnie Kersch, Lila Landis and George Reid — to preview two upcoming events: the MIC Customs / ICPA Mexico Conference in Mexico City and the ICPA Fall Trade Days in Grapevine, Texas. The conversation covers who should attend, the unique focus of each event, practical tips for getting the most out of the conferences (including networking and bringing cross-functional colleagues), and fun details like the opening reception, themed activities, and opportunities for virtual networking before and after the in-person gatherings. What You’ll Learn in This Episode The purpose and format of the MIC Customs / ICPA Mexico Conference (Mexico City, Nov 5–6). The schedule and special programming for ICPA Fall Trade Days (Grapevine, TX): opening reception Oct 26, main conference Oct 27–28, plus ITAR-related sessions following the conference (Oct 29, 30 and 1 as discussed). How the two events differ in content and audience (Mexico conference = Mexico-focused trade & cross-border issues; Grapevine = broader trade + ITAR programming). Practical networking tips (how to approach meals/sessions, what to bring, and how to translate conference takeaways into a short briefing for leadership). Why practitioners should bring colleagues from finance, purchasing, sourcing and logistics to get cross-functional value from the sessions. Key Takeaways The Mexico conference and the Grapevine Fall Trade Days serve different but complementary needs — both are valuable depending on your role and geographic focus. Networking is one of the highest-return activities at these events; intentionally meet new people and use pre/post virtual networking opportunities. Bring one or two colleagues from other functions (finance, purchasing, logistics) so you can turn conference insights into actionable company plans. Prepare a short, snappy 2–3 slide summary to brief leadership when you return — the panel recommends focusing on risks, decisions needed, and quick wins. The events mix serious compliance content with community-building (receptions, line dancing, games) — plan to learn and connect. Resources & Mentions ICPA Trade Days 2025 MIC Customs / ICPA Mexico Conference Global Training Center Credits Hosts: Annik Sobing Andy Shiles Guests: Alyson Hachey Elisabeth Sherrell Bonnie Kersch Lila Landis George Reid Producer: Lalo Solorzano Subscribe & Follow New Roundup episodes every week. Presented by: Global Training Center — providing education, consulting, workshops, and compliance resources for trade professionals. 👉 www.GlobalTrainingCenter.com Connect with us: Simply Trade Podcast on LinkedIn Global Training Center on LinkedIn YouTube Spotify Apple Podcasts 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? 📩 Reach us at SimplyTrade@GlobalTrainingCenter.com or DM us on Twitter/X @SimplyTradePod

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    [Cindy's Version] The Life of a Trade Girl

    Host: Cindy Allen Published: October 3, 2025 Length: ~13 minutes Presented by: Global Training Center The Life of a Trade Girl: Shutdowns, Tariffs, and the Struggle of Country of Origin In this week’s episode, Cindy Allen draws inspiration from Taylor Swift’s brand-new album The Life of a Show Girl—and reimagines it as The Life of a Trade Girl. With new Section 232 tariffs on lumber, cabinets, and vanities, plus looming duties on pharmaceuticals and medical devices, Cindy unpacks why navigating layered tariffs and multiple country-of-origin rules has trade professionals feeling the weight of confusion. From the ongoing government shutdown to CBP’s enforcement posture and the uncertainty surrounding free trade agreements, this episode highlights both the resilience and the frustration of today’s trade community. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How the current government shutdown is affecting CBP operations and other government agencies New Section 232 duties effective October 14 on lumber, kitchen cabinets, and vanities The administration’s delayed rollout of 232 duties on pharmaceuticals and medical devices The role of exemptions for companies breaking ground on U.S. manufacturing facilities Why brand-name vs. generic pharmaceuticals will matter for tariff application How Ireland and Switzerland could be most affected by pharmaceutical tariffs The growing complexity of country-of-origin determinations across: • HTS reporting • Free trade agreement qualification • Section 232 applicability • Multi-layered duties on aluminum and steel Why brokers and importers are struggling with multiple overlapping tariff annexes Key Takeaways: CBP trade processing is continuing with minimal disruption despite the shutdown, though delays may occur with other government agency inspections. Importers face new uncertainty as layered tariffs create multiple, conflicting country-of-origin determinations. Pharmaceutical tariffs remain unclear, but exemptions may apply for U.S.-based or expanding manufacturers. Ireland and Switzerland are key pharmaceutical exporters likely to be heavily impacted. Customs brokers must navigate increasingly complex 232 annexes, requiring spreadsheets and case-by-case analysis. Resources & Mentions: Federal Register – Section 232 Notices U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) U.S. Department of the Treasury U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Credits Hosts: Cindy Allen – LinkedIn Trade Force Multiplier Producer: Lalo Solorzano – LinkedIn Subscribe & Follow New episodes every Friday. Presented by: Global Training Center — providing education, consulting, workshops, and compliance resources for trade professionals. 👉 Connect with us: Simply Trade Podcast on LinkedIn Global Training Center on LinkedIn YouTube Spotify Apple Podcasts Trade Geeks Community Don’t forget to rate, review, and share with your fellow trade geeks!

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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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