--- title: "Navigating North American Tariffs: Join AIAG’s Virtual Tariff Event on May 8!" description: Join AIAG’s Virtual Tariff Event on May 8, 2025, to gain insights from top experts on navigating North American trade compliance and strategies. image: https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/Virtual%20Tariff%20Event%20May%208%20blog.png --- [![White AIAG Logo - Uniting Minds.Elevating Standards.](https://blog.aiag.org/hs-fs/hubfs/White%20AIAG%20Logo%20-%20Uniting%20Minds.Elevating%20Standards..png?width=254&height=76&name=White%20AIAG%20Logo%20-%20Uniting%20Minds.Elevating%20Standards..png)](http://www.aiag.org/) [< Back to Blog Listings](https://blog.aiag.org/) # Navigating North American Tariffs: Join AIAG’s Virtual Tariff Event on May 8! by [AIAG](https://blog.aiag.org/author/aiag) | Apr 10, 2025 ![Virtual Tariff Event May 8 blog](https://blog.aiag.org/hs-fs/hubfs/BLOG/Virtual%20Tariff%20Event%20May%208%20blog.png?width=500&height=280&name=Virtual%20Tariff%20Event%20May%208%20blog.png) With evolving trade policies and shifting tariffs across North America, staying ahead of regulatory changes is more critical than ever. Join AIAG’s North American Tariffs: Strategies for Trade Success virtual event on May 8, 2025, where industry experts will provide the latest insights on trade compliance, supply chain strategies, and geopolitical influences shaping global trade. This [half-day virtual event](https://www.aiag.org/store/events/details?EventCode=E25TRFFVIR) brings together top legal and trade professionals from the U.S., Canada, and Mexico to help businesses navigate the ever-changing tariff landscape. Key Topics Include: - From Rebalancing to Reciprocal Trade: Understanding North American manufacturing shifts - Driving North American Trade: Compliance strategies from U.S., Canadian, and Mexican experts - Geopolitics & Trade Update 2025: Global trends impacting trade regulations - Effective & Efficient Customs Operations: Best practices for reducing risks and improving compliance Featured Speakers Include: | ![Sabrina Bandali-1](https://blog.aiag.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Sabrina%20Bandali-1.png?width=413&height=421&name=Sabrina%20Bandali-1.png) | **Sabrina Bandali** – **Partner, Bennett Jones** With a focus on Canadian trade law, Sabrina will provide insights into recent policy changes, compliance requirements, and strategies for navigating Canada’s evolving trade environment. | | --- | --- | | ![Arthur W. Bodek-1](https://blog.aiag.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Arthur%20W.%20Bodek-1.png?width=462&height=530&name=Arthur%20W.%20Bodek-1.png) | **Arthur W. Bodek** – **Partner, Grunfeld Desiderio** A legal expert in international trade and customs compliance, Arthur will speak on U.S. trade policy and the latest regulatory changes affecting North American businesses. | | ![Eduardo Diaz Gavito-1](https://blog.aiag.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Eduardo%20Diaz%20Gavito-1.jpg?width=3649&height=3647&name=Eduardo%20Diaz%20Gavito-1.jpg) | **Eduardo Díaz Gavito** – **Partner, AGON** A leading trade expert in Mexico, Eduardo will discuss Mexico’s role in North American trade, including key policy updates and their impact on cross-border supply chains. | | ![Kyle Grobler-1](https://blog.aiag.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Kyle%20Grobler-1.jpeg?width=1170&height=1429&name=Kyle%20Grobler-1.jpeg) | **Kyle Grobler** – **Global Trade Compliance Leader, TE Connectivity** Kyle specializes in global trade compliance and customs operations. His session will focus on best practices for ensuring efficient and effective customs processes to minimize risks and delays in trade flows. | | ![Sergio Gomez Lora](https://blog.aiag.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Sergio%20Gomez%20Lora.png?width=240&height=295&name=Sergio%20Gomez%20Lora.png) | **Sergio Gomez Lora** – **CEO, IQOM Strategic Advisors** Sergio is a top trade consultant and has represented Mexico’s business sector in key trade negotiations. His expertise will provide a critical perspective on Mexico’s trade policies and their impact on North American supply chains. | | ![Pete Mento-1](https://blog.aiag.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Pete%20Mento-1.png?width=223&height=286&name=Pete%20Mento-1.png) | **Pete Mento** – **Commercial Director, US Customs and Compliance, DSV** A renowned expert on global trade, customs, and supply chain strategy, Pete will deliver a **Geopolitics & Trade Update**, covering how global political shifts are influencing tariffs, trade compliance, and business strategies. | | ![Dan Ujczo-1](https://blog.aiag.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Dan%20Ujczo-1.jpg?width=900&height=1350&name=Dan%20Ujczo-1.jpg) | **Dan Ujczo** – **Senior Counsel, Thompson Hine LLP** A leading expert in international trade and customs law, Dan specializes in North American trade policy and regulatory compliance. He will provide key insights into how evolving tariff policies impact the automotive and manufacturing industries. | | ![Andrea van Vugt-1](https://blog.aiag.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Andrea%20van%20Vugt-1.jpg?width=1080&height=1080&name=Andrea%20van%20Vugt-1.jpg) | **Andrea van Vugt** – **COO, Wellington Advocacy** A former trade advisor to the Canadian government, Andrea brings a deep understanding of U.S.-Canada trade relations. She will discuss the shifting dynamics of North American manufacturing and supply chain strategies in response to tariff adjustments. | Date: May 8, 2025 Virtual Event [Register Now!](https://www.aiag.org/store/events/details?EventCode=E25TRFFVIR) Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights from leading experts and ensure your business remains compliant and competitive. 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