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NIWT 2016
In this one-of-a-kind program you’ll spend five days in the company of seasoned experts in global supply chain developing your skills in key areas of expertise: risk mitigation, landed cost management, trade compliance, logistics and logistics technology, with expanded, real-time coverage of Trump tariffs and tariff mitigation, giving you the solutions you need for your immediate issues while at the same time learning the building blocks for long-term supply chain resilience. You’ll learn through case studies and engaging interaction, building your professional network as you grow your supply chain acumen, making a lasting impact on your career.
2 Textbooks Included
Our course leader is Thomas Cook, Managing Director, Blue Tiger International (bluetigerintl.com), an international business consultancy advising on supply chain management, trade compliance, purchasing, trade and disruption management, global business and logistics. Tom is 35-year seasoned veteran of global trade and international business and author of 21 books on international business operations and overseas development. He is a member of the NY District Export Council and serves on the board of directors of the National Association of District Export Councils (NADEC). Blue Tiger International is a strategic partner of the US Department of Commerce.
What they’re saying about Tom Cook:
“This is how I view Tom as he is really good at what he does: An expert’s touch who turns complexity into clarity.”
“The 3 day presentation you did this week was excellent! Very informative. Our clients and potential clients would benefit from that information, and the 19 solutions.”
Kelly leads our course segments related to trade compliance management. Kelly is a licensed customhouse broker and trade compliance specialist who has been working in the supply chain field for over thirty years, assisting companies in managing their import and export trade activity, CTPAT security, and developing inhouse training programs. Kelly is a specialist in both import and export compliance, logistics and supply chain management. Many companies depend upon her expertise in facilitating their export sales or import purchasing. Kelly is a frequent lecturer on compliance and logistics and is a published author. She works in numerous industry verticals all over the world.
As Vice President Commercial Technology (Americas) at SPARX logistics responsible for developing and promoting supply chain technology solutions in the Americas, Jason Manganaro is uniquely qualified to lead our sessions on logistics and technology in the global supply chain. His sales and marketing background as the Vice President of Sales (USA) and Director of Marketing & Development at Sparx and as Director of Marketing at Walker SCM, LLC and Senior Marketing Manager at Globe Express Services qualifies Jason to contribute to our management and general leadership segments as well.
Hotel is not included; each participant is required to book their own lodging at the hotel of their choice. The Chicago Marriott Suites O’Hare, located at 6155 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL, is a convenient 4-minute walk from Carlucci Rosemont where the course is held.
Each student will receive a binder with all the course material, handouts, articles and guidelines. Included are two textbooks:
The course is structured to allow open discussions and subject matter exchange of thoughts and ideas. The concept is to have active student engagement.
Prior to the start of the class, the course leader will reach out to each student to establish contact and determine any individual needs they are requesting be addressed in the class.
