Trade Secrets Podcast

Welcome to the Trade Secrets Podcast, hosted by Damon Piatek, President & CEO of Welke Customs Brokers USA. In this episode, Mark Ridley, CEO for GreenShoots FX, re-joins Damon for an updated discussion on international payments. Mark began his career at NatWest Bank in London, England in 1991.  Since then, he has held various transaction banking roles at a number of global financial institutions including Nordea, Wells Fargo, JPMorgan and Deutsche Bank. Most recently, Mark worked for BNY Mellon as North America Regional Head, Treasury Services. Throughout his career, Mark has partnered with an array of clients, providing them with the global FX payment solutions that best met their needs.   Here are the time stamps for this episode: 1:04 Welcome with Mark Ridley 3:54 Updates from GreenShoots FX 6:35 Success Stories 10:43 What is Hedging and how it Could Help Your Business 18:20 Contact Information   Connect with Welke Customs Brokers USA: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/WelkeCustomsBrokersUSA  

Welcome to the Trade Secrets Podcast, hosted by Damon Piatek, President & CEO of Welke Customs Brokers USA. This episode's guest is Dave Gutheil Chief Commercial Officer, Port of Cleveland. Join Damon and Dave in a discussion on the current condition of global trade and how the Port of Cleveland can benefit your company.   The Port of Cleveland is one of the largest ports on the Great Lakes. Over 20,000 jobs and $3.5 billion in annual economic activity are tied to the roughly 13 million tons of cargo that move through Cleveland Harbor each year. The Port of Cleveland is the only local government agency whose sole mission is to spur job creation and economic vitality in Cuyahoga County. 1:03 Background and history on Port of Cleveland 3:25 Transit Time For Vessel 5:14 Growth of The Port of Cleveland and The Effects on The City 6:48 Foreign Trade Zone Discussion 8:11 Port of Cleveland is an Active Foreign Trade Zone 10:01 Other Services Provided by The Port of Cleveland 13:23 Contact Information and Wrap Up   Connect with Welke Customs Brokers USA: Twitter: https://twitter.com/WelkeCustomsUSALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/welke-customs-brokers-usa-inc/mycompany/?viewAsMember=trueWebsite: http://www.yourcustomsbroker.com  

Welcome to the Trade Secrets Podcast, hosted by Damon Piatek, President & CEO of Welke Customs Brokers USA. Join Welke Customs Brokers USA President & CEO Damon Piatek for the 9th session of our 10-part "Free Trade Agreement" Series - "OGA's". Damon discusses the role of OGA's (Other Government Agenices) plays and how engaging a customs broker in your operations creates competitive advantage. Here are the time stamps for this episode below: :53 Welcome and OGA, PGA Meaning and How it Effects Importers 2:03 The Lacey Act 4:!5 FDA And its Regulations 8:48 FDA and Food Products 10:54 CPSC-Consumer Product Safety Commission 13:25 Fish and Wildlife/ National Highway and Safety Administration 16:45 Contact Information and Wrap Up Connect with Welke Customs Brokers USA: Twitter: https://twitter.com/WelkeCustomsUSALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/welke-customs-brokers-usa-inc/mycompany/?viewAsMember=trueWebsite: http://www.yourcustomsbroker.com

Welcome to the Trade Secrets Podcast, hosted by Damon Piatek, President & CEO of Welke Customs Brokers USA. This episode's guest is Dennis Unkovic Partner, Meyer, Unkovic and Scott. Join Damon and Dennis in a discussion on the current condition of global trade and how COVID has impacted the industry. Dennis Unkovic is a senior partner with the law firm of Meyer, Unkovic & Scott LLP. He frequently briefs business executives, trade associations, and government leaders on high profile issues, and negotiates complex commercial transactions, including international mergers and acquisitions and joint ventures as well as advising on inbound and outbound investment projects. Dennis is also an author and recently put out the book entitled Transforming The Global Supply Chain.   1:18 Welcome and Discussion on Dennis’ Book on the Supply Chain 2:30 Background on Dennis 4:05 Maxtrends and What They Are and How They Impact Supply Chain 8:00 Story on How 3D Printing Impacts Supply Chain Issues 9:40 Federal Reserve Bank and Liberty Street Economics Details 12:40 Dennis Tips for Listeners 1 6:27 Wrap up and Contact Information   Connect with Welke Customs Brokers USA: Twitter: https://twitter.com/WelkeCustomsUSA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/welke-customs-brokers-usa-inc/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true Website: http://www.yourcustomsbroker.com

Welcome to the Trade Secrets Podcast, hosted by Damon Piatek, President & CEO of Welke Customs Brokers USA. Join Welke Customs Brokers USA President & CEO Damon Piatek for a discussion on forced labor and how it effects importing. Damon gives specific examples on what is going on around the globe and how it relates to your business. 1:05 Definition of Forced Labor and Opening 4:00 List of Withhold Release Orders and Where to Find Them 4:48 Example 6:50 Web Resources Connect with Welke Customs Brokers USA: Twitter: twitter.com/WelkeCustomsUSA LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/welke-cu…iewAsMember=true Website: www.yourcustomsbroker.com

Welcome to the Trade Secrets Podcast, hosted by Damon Piatek, President & CEO of Welke Customs Brokers USA. Join Welke Customs Brokers USA President & CEO Damon Piatek for the 8th session of our 10-part "Free Trade Agreement" Series - "Incoterms". Damon discusses the role of Incoterms plays and how engaging a customs broker in your operations creates competitive advantage. 1:14 History on Incoterms and What They do 3:15 What to Look Out For 8:05 Recap on Incoterms and Wrap Up Connect with Welke Customs Brokers USA: Twitter: https://twitter.com/WelkeCustomsUSA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/welke-customs-brokers-usa-inc/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true Website: http://www.yourcustomsbroker.com

Welcome to the Trade Secrets Podcast, hosted by Damon Piatek, President & CEO of Welke Customs Brokers USA. This episode's guest is Wayne Handzlik President, Way-Bri Express. Join Damon and Wayne in a discussion on the current condition at the border for international trade. WAY-BRI EXPRESS is a Cross-Border Delivery service out of Buffalo, New York specializing in small parcels and mail forwarding. We've been in business over 18 years helping small and mid-sized companies in the Toronto, Ontario area. :50 Intro With Wayne and Way Bri-Express 1:30 Recent Experiences at The Border 4:19 Has the Pandemic effected Business? 5:15 Tips on How to streamline the border process 7:15 Current Processing Times 8:44 Mandate For Drivers to be Vaccinated? 12:07 Will Price on Freight Change? 13:15 Tips for the Border and Contact Information Connect with Welke Customs Brokers USA: Twitter: https://twitter.com/WelkeCustomsUSA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/welke-customs-brokers-usa-inc/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true Website: http://www.yourcustomsbroker.com

Welcome to the Trade Secrets Podcast, hosted by Damon Piatek, President & CEO of Welke Customs Brokers USA. This episode's guest is Robert Leo, Partner Meeks, Sheppard, Leo and Pillsbury. Join Damon and Robert in a discussion on Customs Law. Meeks, Sheppard, Leo & Pillsbury is a specialized law firm representing clients on customs and related international trade issues. :55 Welcome with Bob Leo and Background on His Firm 4:20 Chinese Tariffs Discussion 8:35 301 Duties and Legal Issues 12:12 Clients Can Still Get Involved with Lawsuit 15:58 What Are Some Key Facts About Compliance 22:24 US Tariff Classification and Changes 25:00 Wrap Up/Use YOUR Broker Connect with Welke Customs Brokers USA: Twitter: https://twitter.com/WelkeCustomsUSA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/welke-customs-brokers-usa-inc/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true Website: http://www.yourcustomsbroker.com

Welcome to the Trade Secrets Podcast, hosted by Damon Piatek, President & CEO of Welke Customs Brokers USA. This episode's guest is Amanda Barlow Regional Vice President, Roanoke Trade. Join Damon and Amanda in a discussion on the importance of Carnets and why they are effective for your business. :45 Welcome with Amanda Barlow and Roanoke History 2:10 Customs Bonds/ Bond Insufficiency 3:00 ATA Carnets 4:31 Other Uses for ATA Carnets 6:32 What Can’t go on a Carnet? 8:34 Carnet Insurance and What it Covers 11:45 How Often do you Need to Pay for Carnets? 13:!5 Interesting Story 15:18 Contact Information Connect with Welke Customs Brokers USA: Twitter: https://twitter.com/WelkeCustomsUSA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/welke-customs-brokers-usa-inc/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true Website: http://www.yourcustomsbroker.com

Welcome to the Trade Secrets Podcast, hosted by Damon Piatek, President & CEO of Welke Customs Brokers USA. This episode's guests are Maya and Grant from Roanoke Trade International. Join Damon, Maya and Grant in a discussion on the importance of Cargo Insurance. Roanoke is the leading provider of insurance and surety solutions for transportation and logistics providers. In fact, we are recognized as the most reliable source for U.S. customs bonds. Established in 1935, we were the first company in the United States to serve the needs of customs brokers and their clients. Our mission has always been – and continues to be – to set the industry standard in delivering quality insurance, surety and risk management services to those businesses involved in importing, exporting or transporting goods. :36 Welcome and Introduction to Roanoke Trade 1:53 History of Roanoke Trade International 4:25 Cargo Insurance And Why it's Important 6:55 Who is Liable If You Do Not Have Cargo Insurance- Limits of Liability 9:25 What is The Customers Expectation 10:28 All Risk Policies And What it Covers 12:25 What Happens When you DO NOT Purchase Cargo Insurance 15:09 General Average 23:43 Wrap up and Tips Connect with Welke Customs Brokers USA: Twitter: https://twitter.com/WelkeCustomsUSA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/welke-customs-brokers-usa-inc/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true Website: http://www.yourcustomsbroker.com

Welcome to the Trade Secrets Podcast, hosted by Damon Piatek, President & CEO of Welke Customs Brokers USA. This episode's guest is Paul Saffrin, CEO Vanocur Refractories, LLC. Join Damon and Paul for a great discussion on the Steel Industry. Vanocur Refractories is the leader and innovator for the manufacture and repair of coke ovens utilizing "Big BLOCK Solutions.” Their patented design technology is revolutionary in construction quality, installation speed & performance. Vanocur Refractories ships their goods all over the world. 1:01 Intro to Vanocur Refractories, LLC with Paul Saffrin, CEO 4:05 Steel Industry Discussion 7:30 Export Regulations 9:12 Australian Market 13:15 Ending Takeaways and advice Connect with Welke Customs Brokers USA: Twitter: https://twitter.com/WelkeCustomsUSA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/welke-customs-brokers-usa-inc/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true Website: http://www.yourcustomsbroker.com

Welcome to the Trade Secrets Podcast, hosted by Damon Piatek, President & CEO of Welke Customs Brokers USA. This episode's guest is Elisabeth Sherrell Director of Member Engagement, ICPA. Join Damon and Elisabeth for a great discussion on the origins of the ICPA and where the event is headed. ICPA is a non-profit, global trade compliance community whose mission is to provide networking opportunities and resources to individuals involved in international trade compliance. ICPA was established by Ann Lister and Lynda Westerfield to serve the needs of international trade compliance professionals. The Association has grown from an informal e-mail list into an organization of over 3000 members worldwide. :58 Intro and History to ICPA With Elisabeth Sherrell 7:45 Data Groups With ICPA 13:22 Trade Agreements and Logistics 15:05 ICPA Membership Options 17:50 Upcoming Conference 21:57 Navigating Events With COVID 25:23 XBOX or Playstation? 30:40 Wrap up and Contact Info for ICPA Connect with Welke Customs Brokers USA: Twitter: https://twitter.com/WelkeCustomsUSA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/welke-customs-brokers-usa-inc/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true Website: http://www.yourcustomsbroker.com

Welcome to the Trade Secrets Podcast, hosted by Damon Piatek, President & CEO of Welke Customs Brokers USA. This episode's guest is Richard Gottlieb Principal and Founder- Global Toy Group. Global Toy Experts is a world-renowned consultancy and resource for toy industry insight and information. They provide cutting-edge analysis and strategies to domestic toy manufacturers as well as to international providers who are looking to raise their profile in the United States & the world. Richard Gottlieb is the highly regarded toy Founder and CEO of Global Toy Experts, the globally recognized consultant to toy industry leaders. In addition, he is the Publisher of Global Toy News, the toy industry’s independent voice. Richard is frequently interviewed by media worldwide, and has been called on by ABC News, CNN, MSNBC, the New York Times, Newsweek and many other media outlets. Considered an expert on the toy industry, Richard is frequently asked to speak at toy industry conferences and serve on various executive panels. :50 Intro with Richard Gottlieb Principal and Founder Global Toy Group 2:43 Toy Industry History and Toy Production Globally 4:00 Container Costs for Toys Currently 10:30 US Compliance for Toy Industry 12:40 Tips For Sourcing Toys 15:25 What’s next for Global Toy Group Connect with Welke Customs Brokers USA: Twitter: https://twitter.com/WelkeCustomsUSA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/welke-customs-brokers-usa-inc/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true Website: http://www.yourcustomsbroker.com

Welcome to the Trade Secrets Podcast, hosted by Damon Piatek, President & CEO of Welke Customs Brokers USA. Join Welke Customs Brokers USA President & CEO Damon Piatek for the 7th session of our 10-part "Free Trade Agreement" Series - "USMCA" Damon discusses the role of a licensed customs broker in the supply chain, and how engaging a customs broker in your operations creates competitive advantage. :50 Intro USMCA 1:09 Changes from NAFTA and What you need to do 3:03 Changes made from NAFTA to USMCA 7:00 USMCA Certificates and Why you need them 10:25 Recap and Tips For Connect with Welke Customs Brokers USA: Twitter: https://twitter.com/WelkeCustomsUSA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/welke-customs-brokers-usa-inc/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true Website: http://www.yourcustomsbroker.com

Welcome to the Trade Secrets Podcast, hosted by Damon Piatek, President & CEO of Welke Customs Brokers USA. This episode's guest is Marty Sadkin, Director, Sam-Son Distribution. Sam-Son Distribution began in 1971 as a small, regional warehouse in downtown Buffalo, NY. Their initial client base was a select group of Canadian Customs Brokers, who quickly gave them exceptional knowledge and experience in both transportation and distribution services across the U.S./Canadian border. Today, Sam-Son Logistics operates four warehouse locations totaling over 1.2 million square feet. The addition of their second Buffalo, NY, Los Angeles, CA, and Toronto, ON locations allow them to perform complete end-to-end supply chain and logistics services to a diverse customer base throughout Canada and the United States. :55 Intro and Welcome With Marty Sadkin, Director Sam-Son Distribution 3:16 How Sam-Son Distribution Focuses on Clients 4:45 What sets Sam-Son Distribution apart from other companies 7:30 Where is Sam-Son Distributions Warehouses 9:08 301 Duties and Tariffs 10:19 Section 321 Discussion 14:34 What’s In the future for supply chain and logistics 20:18 Wrap up and Contact Information For Sam-Son Distribution Connect with Welke Customs Brokers USA: Twitter: https://twitter.com/WelkeCustomsUSA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/welke-customs-brokers-usa-inc/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true Website: http://www.yourcustomsbroker.com