Customs & Cocktails

Andrew and Shawn are joined by Dave Burnell, who shares how he went from a professional tennis player to working at TSA. They cover everything from trusted trader programs to Dave’s current environmental conservancy work to how he beat Rush in the Battle of the Bands. --- Avocado Margarita · 2 oz Silver Tequila · 2 oz Reposado Tequila · 2 oz Agave Syrup · 1/2 oz Fresh Lemon Juice · 1/2 oz Fresh Li...

Andrew and Shawn are joined by former NFL player Ade Jimoh to explore his journey from professional football to building a successful career in the business world. Ade shares insights into life in the NFL, and how mindset and work ethic can fuel success across very different careers. The group also reflects on fitness, personal growth, and the changes that come with time. --- Paloma Kosher salt 1...

We’re changing things up this episode, bringing in a guest that does not have a trade background. Shawn and Andrew speak to Tom Marvelli, a creative and brand executive who recently launched Another Door Comics. Tom shares his experience working at Marvel and Hasbro and what brought him to start his own venture. They speak about what happens when your hobby becomes your job and how to foster creat...

Shawn and Andrew are joined by Glyn Hughes, Director General of TIACA, to discuss the latest trends in air cargo, global trade, and supply chain resilience. With over 44 years of experience, Glyn shares insights on the challenges facing the air cargo industry, the critical role of air cargo in global supply chains, and how industry associations use fact-based advocacy to shape policy and support g...

Shawn and Andrew are joined by Michael Ford, a trade compliance expert with over 40 years of operational experience in all phases of export and import transportation and logistics. Recorded shortly after the U.S. Supreme Court ruling that the President does not have the authority to impose tariffs using the International Emergency Economic Power Act (IEEPA), this episode covers the fallout from th...

Andrew and Shawn are joined by Rich Loria to talk all things CTPAT, the future of Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) programs, and the realities – both rewarding and challenging – of a career in U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Rich recently joined CT Strategies after a 33-year career with CBP. He is a seasoned supply chain security and customs operations expert with more than 20 years of...

Andrew and Shawn sit down with Gordon Wright to dive into the topic of de minimis – both the fallout from the U.S. removing its de minimis threshold and how the EU has been considering eliminating their threshold. They also unpack the Trust & Check program and other major changes on the horizon with the EU Customs reform. With over 35 years of experience across border agencies and internationa...