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Dan Ujczo is an international trade and transportation lawyer who works with companies in the automotive and advanced manufacturing sector on day-to-day customs, compliance, and classifying goods issues and “all of the interesting things that may come up in between.” As senior counsel for Thompson Hine LLP, he is involved in negotiations of free trade agreements such as NAFTA and USMCA and is a trade remedy litigator. Previously, he worked in the U.S. government in the early days of homeland security and in the Canadian government on border issues. While most trade lawyers are in Washington, New York, or Chicago, Ujczo is in Columbus, Ohio, “out here where the companies actually are.”

The automotive and manufacturing industries are constantly evolving, with new challenges emerging in trade, sustainability, and technology. Staying ahead requires a proactive approach—and there’s no better place to gain the latest insights than the AIAG Supply Chain Conference!

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is granting a one-month exemption on his stiff new tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada for U.S. automakers, as worries persist that the newly launched trade war could crush domestic manufacturing.

(This webinar will be presented in Spanish / Este seminario web se presentará en español.)

Andrew Farrelly, CEO and co-founder of CT Strategies, has devoted most of his career to strengthening U.S. security interests, serving as director of targeting programs for the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and most recently as CBP’s chief of staff for the deputy commissioner. As a lead-up to his March 19, 2025, AIAG webinar “Navigating Cross-Border Logistics: AEO and CTPAT Updates and Compliance Strategies,” Farrelly gives some valuable insights into border and trade challenges.

EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) – The border has started to feel the pain of President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Mexican imports.

Mexican businesses on Tuesday began factoring in the 25% levy as they filled out paperwork to send anything from car parts to fresh produce to El Paso ports of entry. They then began figuring out how to bill U.S. customers for the added expense.

With shifting trade policies and increasing supply chain pressures, staying ahead in today’s automotive industry requires agility and informed decision-making. That’s why AIAG is committed to providing essential insights, training, and resources to help you navigate regulatory complexities, mitigate risks, and keep your supply chain moving smoothly.

Need to navigate growing carbon disclosure requirements at the part/material, manufacturing site, and company level? Kicking off a new three-part virtual workshop series on carbon, our complimentary March 25 “Carbon Inventory Management” session provides essential information for automotive suppliers—especially those in Tier 1 and further down the supply chain who serve multiple industries and may not have a dedicated carbon expert on their team.

Along with our always-popular golf outing in early June, Spring 2025 brings two "must-attend" AIAG events designed to tackle critical industry challenges: a new conference in mid-May addressing forced labor due diligence and human rights, and our annual Supply Chain Conference (mid-June) exploring shared challenges for ICE and electric vehicles. 

Whether you're looking to stay ahead of evolving regulations, streamline reporting processes, or connect with top industry leaders, these events offer the knowledge and networking you need to drive meaningful progress. Read more below, and be sure to snag a spot ASAP to join us this spring! 

AIAG is prioritizing proactive protection through our Forced Labor Due Diligence Program, crafted to safeguard your business, customers, and human rights. In support of that initiative, our trusted collaborator, Kharon, hosted an insightful webinar series on Feb. 18, 19, and 20 with our valued service providers — Altana, Resilinc, and Supplier Assurance.

Join us on May 15, 2025, for the AIAG Forced Labor Due Diligence Conference at Detroit’s MotorCity Casino Hotel. This essential event offers an unparalleled opportunity to proactively protect your company, your customers, and human rights through collaboration and industry leadership.