Past Logistics-Related Webinars

Exploring strategies and best practices for optimizing supply chains in the US retail sector. The following topics are covered:

• Overview of the current landscape of US retail supply chains
• Key challenges facing retailers in supply chain management
• Effective inventory management techniques
• Strategies for enhancing supplier relationships and collaboration
• Leveraging technology and data analytics for improved decision-making
• Case studies of successful supply chain initiatives in retail

Speaker: Norman Katz, President at Katzscan Inc. (USA)

An in-depth look at the role of automation in freight forwarding and cold storage, and its impact on the export industry. The following topics are covered:

• Overview of the automated freight forwarding landscape
• Importance of cold storage in preserving perishable goods for export
• Integration of technology in freight forwarding processes
• Benefits of automation for efficiency and cost reduction
• Challenges faced by the cold storage industry in exports
• Future trends in automated logistics and their implications for exporters

Speaker: Amit Hasak, Founder/CEO at Transship Corp (USA)

A comprehensive overview of the critical factors affecting tariffs, trade actions, and supply chains. The following topics are covered:

• Understanding tariffs and their impact on international trade
• Overview of recent trade actions and their implications for businesses
• The role of supply chains in navigating tariff challenges
• Strategies for businesses to mitigate the impact of tariffs
• Best practices for compliance with trade regulations
• Future trends in tariffs and trade policies affecting supply chains

Speaker: Kimberly Daniels, CEO at Mercantile Logistics & International Trade (USA)

An insightful presentation on the evolving landscape of the organic supply chain and the role of digitization in enhancing resilience. The following topics are covered:

• Overview of various EU programs and their influence on trade strategies
• Emerging business opportunities in the organic sector
• The certification process: time, costs, and implications for businesses
• Current and future significance of product certification for consumers
• Trends in IoT and digitization in improving certification processes
• Introduction to Green Scoring based on IoT and its impact on cost reduction for certification
• How digitized certification aligns with global sustainability goals and assists customers in product selection

Speaker: Alexey Anshakov, CEO at Green Bee (Estonia)

Exploring the duty drawback program, which enables US-based importers to receive refunds on duties paid for imported merchandise that is later exported or destroyed. This webinar will cover the following topics:

• Overview of the primary statutory and regulatory provisions of the duty drawback tax refund program
• Impact of the Trade Facilitation and Enforcement Act of 2015 on the drawback regime and the new opportunities it creates
• Understanding the process of implementing a drawback program
• Strategies for maximizing drawback recovery while maintaining regulatory compliance

Speaker: Anthony Nogueras, Founder/CEO at Alliance Drawback Services

North American cross-border shipping accounts for over $30 billion in freight spend annually, yet the shipping process remains largely analog and opaque. While startups like Convoy have introduced technology and transparency to the U.S. market, innovation has often stalled at the border. This presentation will break down the challenges of digitizing cross-border truckload freight and explore the new technologies that are revolutionizing freight movement across North America.

Speaker: Matt Silver, CEO at Forager (USA)

Effective customs clearance procedures are key to minimizing costs and avoiding delays in global trade. This presentation will cover strategies to streamline the customs clearance process, ensuring compliance while reducing associated fees. It will also highlight best practices for handling documentation, managing duties, and leveraging trade agreements to optimize overall cost efficiency.

Speaker: Solomon Addai, Managing Director at Modern World Logistics (Ghana)

This presentation provides an in-depth look at the importation process to the USA and the importance of Incoterms in managing compliance and liability during shipping. Learn key strategies to navigate the import process smoothly and avoid unexpected costs. Join your trusted forwarder for essential insights to prevent costly mistakes and ensure seamless international trade.

Speaker: Victoria Rahmanovic, Branch Manager at Transatlantic North America Inc (USA)

The success of last-mile delivery is critical, and failure to adapt could be catastrophic. The health crisis has drastically accelerated the growth of B2B, B2C, and C2C online shopping, placing immense pressure on businesses to stay agile. This presentation will explore how manufacturing and trading companies can remain flexible to tackle the disruption of business models, increased demands, and evolving consumer expectations across global markets.

Speaker: Angel Batalla, Founder & CEO at Last Mile Team (Spain)

Container trucking is evolving rapidly, driven by technology and the increasing demands of global supply chains. This presentation will explore the innovations shaping the future of container trucking, focusing on how digital solutions and automation can streamline operations, improve efficiency, and meet the growing expectations in the logistics sector.

Speaker: Alvin Ea, Co-Founder & CEO at Haulio (Singapore)

This presentation will focus on emerging trends in corporate transportation across Africa, highlighting evolving customer and client demands. It will also address the increasing need for specialized training programs for drivers to meet these new expectations and the technological advancements shaping the industry.

Speaker: Damilola Odunlade-Akeju, Founder/CEO at DriveMe Fleet (Nigeria)

The last four years have brought global trade and the significance of supply chains to the forefront. While many hoped that a new administration would reverse many of the trade actions enacted by the previous one, that is unlikely. This presentation will focus on three critical areas businesses should monitor and prepare for: potential changes to the Trump-era China tariffs, the U.S. focus on addressing forced labor in China, and the possibility of new and expanding sanctions programs—all of which could significantly impact supply chains.

Speaker: Elizabeth Lowe, Partner at Venable (USA)

Addressing the challenges faced by SMEs in exporting goods: key strategies for entering global markets. The following topics are covered:

• Common obstacles preventing SMEs from engaging in exports:
  1. Logistical complexities and related costs
  2. Border and customs-related issues
  3. Local legalities
  4. Currency and exchange rate fluctuations
• The importance of working with trusted business partners in export markets
• Insights on the challenges of finding the right business partners, with 63% of small businesses identifying this as a significant hurdle

Speaker: Bart L. Collins, Owner of CITRA INC (USA)