In this episode of the Supply Chaney podcast, Nathan Chaney interviews Lila Landis, a seasoned expert in trade compliance and global trade. Lila shares her journey into the field, discussing her education, career path, and the importance of trade compliance in today's complex international business landscape. The conversation delves into the nuances of trade regulations, the role of AI in enhancing compliance processes, and the current trends affecting international trade, including tariffs and domestic manufacturing strategies. Lila emphasizes the need for trade compliance professionals to adapt to ongoing changes and support one another during these challenging times.Chapters00:00-Introduction to Trade Compliance and Global Trade03:00-Lila Landis: Career Journey in International Trade05:50-Education Path and the Value of Community College09:12-Pursuing Advanced Degrees: MBA and JD12:06-Understanding Trade Compliance vs. Logistics14:52-The Importance of Accuracy in Trade Compliance18:00-Enforcement and Auditing in Trade Compliance20:59-Career Paths in Trade Compliance and Government24:06-The Role of AI in Trade Compliance26:45-Current Trends in International Trade and Tariffs29:58-The Future of Domestic Manufacturing and Trade Compliance Surgere is the official sponsor of The Supply Chaney Podcast for 2025. Surgere’s singular focus is building AI-powered, frictionless supply chains that result in real time, end-to-end visibility with 99.9% accuracy for partners and customers.

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