Project Description
Trade Chaos Meetup: Tariffs & CARM
- CARM in Action – Live demo and key insights on navigating the portal
- Post-Entry & Compliance – CBSA’s CARM corrections vs. adjustments & common surety misconceptions
- Tariff & Bond Basics – What you need to know about tariff liability and US surety bonds.
- Strategies to Save – Tariff mitigation, trade programs, and common pitfalls.
- Open Q&A – Your questions, answered.
Why Attend?
- Interactive Learning: Small group size (<30) means real-time answers, candid discussions & great networking.
- Expert Leadership: Gain insights directly from top regulatory leaders involved in testing and rolling out CARM since Day 1.
- Confidence in Compliance: Leave as the smartest person in your company on CBSA’s CARM and with tangible tariff strategies.
Greenville, SC
📅 Date: TBD
📍 Location: Fireforge Craft Beer | 311 E. Washington St., Greenville, SC 29601
⏰ Time: 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM EST
Charlotte, NC
📅 Date: TBD
📍 Location: Sugar Creek Brewing Company | 215 Southside Dr, Charlotte, NC 28217, United States
⏰ Time: 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM EST
🎟️ Registration Coming Soon…
Speakers
ALAN DEWAR
Executive Vice-President, Client Service, GHY
Alan currently serves as Executive Vice President of Client Services and Regulatory Affairs at GHY International, where he has risen through the ranks starting from operations in 1982. In his current capacity, he closely collaborates with executive teams, overseeing the service function of the One Border, One Broker initiative. Alan is a certified Trade Compliance Specialist and Professional Customs Broker, earning a Certificate of Management (Honours) and P. Mgr. designation from the University of Manitoba. Since 2012, he has held the position of National Director for the Canadian Society of Customs Brokers, contributing to various roles on its executive committee. Furthermore, he has formerly served as the Chair of the organization, demonstrating his commitment to advancing the field of customs brokerage.
MACKENZIE WEST
Director, Market Development, GHY
Mackenzie West, commonly known as Mack, is a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in customs brokerage. Currently contributing to GHY’s success in business development and marketing since 2016, Mack started his journey in the industry as a summer intern while studying International Development at the University of Guelph.
A US Certified Customs Specialist (CCS), Mack brings a wealth of expertise to the field, emphasizing innovation and sustainable growth in his leadership approach. Renowned for challenging the status quo and embracing ambitious goals, he is dedicated to finding solutions to complex challenges.
Contact
If you have any questions about registration and/or the session, please contact Mackenzie West at mackenziew@ghy.com
Get in Touch
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