Upcoming event
When
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
9:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. EDT
Apple
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Office 365Where
Building F Suite 400
485F US Highway 1 S
Iselin, NJ 08830-3009
$125 (USD)
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Global trade and you: A comprehensive compliance workshop
Are you ready to gain insight into trade policy? This event is a must for supply chain professionals seeking expert knowledge, networking, and strategies on trade regulations and compliance.
Gain a deep understanding on import compliance, U.S. policy changes, freight market updates, and more. Don’t miss out on the latest insights and comprehensive strategies to strengthen your trade compliance program.
A detailed look at the day
9:30 a.m.
2026 U.S. Trade Update
Understand the evolving U.S. trade landscape in 2026—IEEPA, reciprocal, and Section 232 tariffs—along with executive order implications. Learn proven duty minimization methods to navigate these changes.
12:00p.m.
Lunch
Enjoy a catered lunch and networking opportunity
1:00 p.m.
2026 Ocean Market Update
Explore how 2026 is reshaping global FCL and LCL shipping strategies. Break down capacity swings due to the re-routing via the Suez Canal, carrier alliances, schedule reliability challenges, and the shifting global forces redefining how businesses plan and manage ocean transportation. Gain practical insight into the procurement, routing, and resiliency strategies that can help navigate rate volatility, equipment constraints, and evolving consolidation networks.
1:45 p.m.
Break
Take a 15-minute break to refresh and network
2:00 p.m.
2026 Air Market Update
Break down the key forces shaping today’s air market—including capacity dynamics, cost pressures, congestion, and demand shifts—and what they mean for rates, service levels, and planning. Gain practical insights into strategies that help improve reliability and manage costs, while maintaining competitiveness in a fast moving global air freight environment.
2:45 p.m.
Questions & Answers Roundtable
Join our experts for a 15-minute interactive Q&A session
Welcome our spotlight speakers
Get ready to be inspired! Our skilled speakers bring a wealth of trade policy experience to the table, promising to ignite your curiosity and fuel your passion for problem solving.
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Kevin Doucette Director Trade Policy
Kevin is a licensed U.S. customs broker and has been at the forefront of the supply chain security movement. He has helped hundreds of importers obtain CTPAT certification and validation. His expertise includes assessing supply chain risk, conducting facility and business audits, developing internal controls, and conducting training for both regulatory compliance and supply chain security.
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Ali Ashraf Senior Director, Global Product Development - Ocean
Ali leads the global C.H. Robinson ocean strategy, working to align capacity solutions with customer needs. He plays a key role in developing innovative ocean products and services designed to create value, improve resiliency, and support customers navigating an increasingly complex global supply chain. Ali holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science, international relations from Hobart College and is based in Hopewell, New Jersey.
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Eileen Aube Senior Manager Operations - Air
As the senior operations manager for the northeast CEC at C.H. Robinson, Eileen leads high performing teams across air freight, brokerage, and multimodal operations. She began her career in customs brokerage at a Japanese logistics firm before joining Phoenix International in 1998 as an entry writer. Recently, Eileen expanded her scope by overseeing the ocean team, strengthening her cross modal expertise.