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Thomas Taggart

Head of Global Trade

Passport

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United States

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I simplify international shipping and global trade for DNVBs. If you want to reach new customers in new markets, I can help πŸ“Œ https://passportshipping.com/blog | http://scr.im/trtaggart WHAT I DO βœ… I help high-growth startups develop new service offerings, improve existing processes, and create profitable business models βœ… I simplify international shipping and global trade for retailers, producers, merchants, sellers, makers, manufacturers, vendors, artists -- anyone who brings a physical product into the world and is trying to get their creations to consumers around the globe βœ… I grow the startup ecosystem as an instructor, mentor, coach, advisor, and connector ABOUT πŸ”‘As an INNOVATION LEADER, I bring deep expertise in innovation principles, processes, methods, and tools to drive breakthrough progress. πŸ”‘As a PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE, I bring the right solutions to market. πŸ”‘As a GLOBAL STRATEGIST, I leverage a network of industry contacts to help clients clear their toughest international trade and transportation hurdles. πŸ”‘As a STARTUP ADVISOR & INVESTOR, I help founders build profitable, scalable business models. πŸ”‘As a CROSS BORDER CONSULTANT, I help e-commerce brands solve the most pressing challenges of getting their products to consumers, whether that's starting, sourcing, selling, shipping, or scaling. HOW I'M DIFFERENT Innovation is at the core of everything I do. As a certified practitioner in continuous innovation, design thinking, and lean product development, I bring a spirit of entrepreneurship and invention to every project. WHY I'm a trade geek at heart. I'm fascinated with the history of trade, how it has shaped cultures, and how it continues to provide a livelihood for so much of the world's population. Solving the complexities of moving products from maker to consumer is a worthy challenge that I find meaningful. REACH OUT If your Shipping FAQ page says: πŸ™ˆ We don't ship internationally, but we’re working on it πŸ™ˆ Unfortunately, we cannot ship to certain countries due to restrictions and regulations πŸ™ˆ While we do our best to make sure that we don't ship prohibited products, it is up to you to double check your country's import policies before ordering πŸ™ˆ We ask that you contact your local customs office to verify if the products and sizes you are purchasing can be cleared through customs without special import permits πŸ™ˆ Additional charges for customs clearance must be borne by you; we have no control over these charges and cannot predict what they may be

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Current Position

Head of Global Trade at Passport

Degrees

Bachelor of Science (BS)

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