Bio

Agate Solutions provides solace to the complexities of international trade compliance by offering subject matter expert consulting and training solutions. Our team of experts also offer international trade education and roundtable mentorship to encourage professional development and career success. Over 200 students trained in Global Logistics & International Trade Compliance with salary increases and remote employment opportunities achieved. PREVIOUS CORPORATE EXPERIENCE Managed several critical initiatives for Lockheed Martin, including advisement on compliance regulations according to 19 CFR, Duty Drawback, Free Trade Agreements (USMCA and GSP), Civil Aircraft, Protests, and Disclosures. MAJOR ACHIEVEMENTS Duty Savings and Recovery of over $30 Million Developed the company’s first Duty Recovery Program through FTAs and Duty Drawback, leading to over $16Million in duty savings in six years. Internal auditor for classification decisions and import activity. Implementation GSP program USA-Turkey for over 500k in duty savings. Selected as the RMS lead for the Supply Chain Security Council (CTPAT). Responsible for Trade Compliance in Canada (CBSA – Canada Border Service Agency); Successfully implemented CARM (CBSA Accounting & Revenue Management), USMCA and PIP (Partner in Protection). Oversight of Special Provisions, Broker Management, Bureau of Alcohol and Tobacco (ATF) compliance. Certified in the transportation of Hazardous Materials by all modes, Certified Customs Specialist, Certified Duty Drawback Specialist and Six Sigma Certified. Specialties: Classification by U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (chemicals, footwear, apparel, sporting goods, and aircraft parts), Bonded Warehouse and Foreign Trade Zone Implementation / Administration, Valuation, C-TPAT, First Sale, Duty Drawback, CPSC, ISA (Importer Self-Assessment), Import / Export Operations, Free Trade Agreements, ATF, IIC (International Import Certificates), GSP, ITAR / EAR, Broker Management, Audits, Contract Negotiation, Import requirements for FDA / EPA, Export Operations and Implementing Import Compliance programs. Regulation Specialties: 19 CFR (Code of Federal Regulations), 49 CFR, IMDG (International Maritime Dangerous Goods), and IATA (International Air Transport Association). Knowledge of Export Licensing and Controls.