Tariff Stacking, Section 232 Updates & Practical Strategies for Today’s Importers. In April 2025, sweeping tariff actions reshaped global trade. For many importers, the complexity hasn’t slowed down since. Tariff stacking, evolving Section 232 measures, and overlapping duty programs are…
Year-End Insights Webinar 3: How to Prepare for 2026
Year-End Insights Webinar 3: How to Prepare for 2026
December 10, 2025/
Strategies, Tools & Talent for What’s Next!
During the session Star USA’s president, Michael D. Easton, opened with key takeaways from our previous webinar. Licensed Customs Broker DeAndra Ballard then walked through the fundamentals of tariffs. The webinar concluded with a look ahead to trade and compliance in 2026 and a Q&A session with the audience.
Quick Tip:
One of the most effective ways to explain the importance of compliance to leadership is to use data and plans (instead of regulatory pressure) as the underpinnings of your message.
Topics Include:
- A brief overview of relevant 2025 tariffs
- How to determine if your commodity is subject to 232 duties on metal
- Considering retroactive measures
- Resources for further research on tariffs
- Key targets & strategies for trade and compliance management
- Recognizing & developing talent in your organization
1 LCB/CCS credit available from watching
the recording until November 13, 2026.
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