Tom Izzo is more than just the winningest coach in Michigan State history. A two-time National Coach of the Year and Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer, Izzo is known for his fiery passion, strategic brilliance, and ability to develop championship-caliber teams. Beyond the court, Izzo is a respected leader and inspirational speaker. His dedication to excellence and commitment to building strong cultures extend far beyond the hardwood.  Join Izzo as he shares his insights on leadership, teamwork, and achieving peak performance.
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Tom Izzo

Tom Izzo is more than just the winningest coach in Michigan State history. A two-time National Coach of the Year and Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer, Izzo is known for his fiery passion, strategic brilliance, and ability to develop championship-caliber teams. Beyond the court, Izzo is a respected leader and inspirational speaker. His dedication to excellence and commitment to building strong cultures extend far beyond the hardwood. Join Izzo as he shares his insights on leadership, teamwork, and achieving peak performance.
Valorie Kondos Field, the legendary

Valorie Kondos Field

Valorie Kondos Field, the legendary "Miss Val," is more than just a seven-time NCAA championship winning gymnastics coach. A former ballet dancer, she transformed UCLA Bruins gymnastics with her artistic choreography and unwavering dedication to her athletes. Miss Val's inspiring story transcends the world of sports. Hear her insights on leadership, building high-performing teams, and fostering creativity in a way that will resonate with audiences from all walks of life. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a champion!
Fred Richard is a rising star in not just gymnastics but the world of international sports. A recent U.S. Olympian in the 2024 Paris Summer Games, he is the 2023 World all-around bronze medalist, the 2024 U.S. floor exercise champion, and a multiple-time NCAA champion. With an impressive list of accolades including the 2022 Pan American all-around gold, multiple U.S. National titles, and numerous international medals, Fred's journey to the top is nothing short of inspiring.
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Fred Richard

Fred Richard is a rising star in not just gymnastics but the world of international sports. A recent U.S. Olympian in the 2024 Paris Summer Games, he is the 2023 World all-around bronze medalist, the 2024 U.S. floor exercise champion, and a multiple-time NCAA champion. With an impressive list of accolades including the 2022 Pan American all-around gold, multiple U.S. National titles, and numerous international medals, Fred's journey to the top is nothing short of inspiring.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Carrie Uhl

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Lee E. Meadows

ABOUT THE EVENT

Go deep on cutting-edge global trade compliance strategies and industry hot topics with Copper Hill Inc. and our industry partners. Network with experts, uncover hidden savings and streamline your compliance process for maximized growth. Don’t miss this opportunity to future-proof your business and navigate the global trade landscape with confidence. Copper Summit will take place Oct. 7-9, 2024 at the Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest just outside of Detroit, MI. Hotel info and accommodations will be sent after registration. Copper Summit attendees will qualify for CCS continuing education credits. The exact number of credit hours will be determined closer to the live event.

Schedule

Monday
October 7
Tuesday
October 8
Wednesday
October 9
Meal
Monday, Oct 7
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Registration & Lunch
All-Track
Monday, Oct 7
1:00 pm - 1:15 pm
Opening remarks
All-Track
Monday, Oct 7
1:15 pm - 2:00 pm
Keynote Speaker #1 (Valorie Kondos Field)
Foundations Track
Monday, Oct 7
2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
FTZ Frenzy: Impacting the Bottom Line While Optimizing Compliance & Boosting Savings
Hot Topics Track
Monday, Oct 7
2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
Optimizing Information with ACE: Tips, Tricks, and Unearthing Opportunities
Foundations Track
Monday, Oct 7
2:45 pm - 3:30 pm
Unlocking Value: Mastering Valuation & Reconciliation Programs for Success
Hot Topics Track
Monday, Oct 7
2:45 pm - 3:45 pm
Leveraging CTPAT: Securing Your Supply Chain & Trade Processes
All-Track
Monday, Oct 7
3:45 pm - 5:00 pm
Redefining Global Trade: Copper Hill’s Software Story
All-Track
Monday, Oct 7
5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Keynote Speaker #2 (Tom Izzo Q&A with Valorie Kondos Field)
Network
Monday, Oct 7
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Cocktail Hour
Meal
Monday, Oct 7
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Dinner
Activity
Monday, Oct 7
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Golf Simulators & Monday Night Football
Meal
Tuesday, Oct 8
8:00 am - 9:00 am
Breakfast
All-Track
Tuesday, Oct 8
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Election 2024: Implications for Global Trade Compliance
Foundations Track
Tuesday, Oct 8
10:00 am - 10:45 am
Export Excellence: Navigating Risk & Building a Bulletproof Process
Hot Topics Track
Tuesday, Oct 8
10:00 am - 10:45 am
ROI in Compliance: Strategies for Measuring Success and Boosting Fiscal Impact
Technology Track
Tuesday, Oct 8
10:00 am - 10:40 am
Software Open House #1
Foundations Track
Tuesday, Oct 8
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Forced Labor: Compliance Through Safeguarding Ethical Supply Chains & Combatting Injustice
Technology Track
Tuesday, Oct 8
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Leveraging Trade Data Analytics for Actionable Insights
Meal
Tuesday, Oct 8
12:00 pm - 12:45 pm
Lunch
All-Track
Tuesday, Oct 8
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Keynote Speaker #3 (Carrie Uhl)
Foundations Track
Tuesday, Oct 8
1:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Unpacking Advanced Planning: Mastering Inbound & Outbound Duties while Ensuring Compliance
Hot Topics Track
Tuesday, Oct 8
1:30 pm - 2:10 pm
Mastering the Complexities of AD/CVD
Technology Track
Tuesday, Oct 8
1:30 pm - 2:10 pm
Software Open House #2
Foundations Track
Tuesday, Oct 8
2:15 pm - 3:00 pm
Due Diligence Reviews: Building a Winning Compliance Program for the Long Term
Technology Track
Tuesday, Oct 8
2:15 pm - 3:00 pm
AI Revolution in Global Trade Management
Foundations Track
Tuesday, Oct 8
3:00 pm - 3:45 pm
HTS & FTA Strategies for Navigating Trade Compliance in 2024
Hot Topics Track
Tuesday, Oct 8
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Agile in Action: Elevating Non-Software Teams
Technology Track
Tuesday, Oct 8
3:00 pm - 3:40 pm
Software Open House #3
All-Track
Tuesday, Oct 8
4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Keynote Speaker #4 (Fred Richard Q&A)
Network
Tuesday, Oct 8
4:45 pm - 5:30 pm
Networking + cocktail hour (hotel restaurant)
Meal
Tuesday, Oct 8
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Dinner
Activity
Tuesday, Oct 8
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Casino Night
Meal
Wednesday, Oct 9
8:00 am - 9:00 am
Breakfast
All-Track
Wednesday, Oct 9
9:00 am - 9:15 am
Closing Remarks
Foundations Track
Wednesday, Oct 9
9:15 am - 10:00 am
Mastering Compliance via Broker Audits, Prior Disclosures, & Post Entry
Hot Topics Track
Wednesday, Oct 9
9:15 am - 10:00 am
What’s New in EU: Are You Ready?
Technology Track
Wednesday, Oct 9
9:15 pm - 9:55 pm
Software Open House #4
Foundations Track
Wednesday, Oct 9
10:00 am - 10:40 am
Brazil & Mexico in Focus: Emerging Compliance Trends Across LatAm
Hot Topics Track
Wednesday, Oct 9
10:00 am - 10:40 am
Adapting to Shifting Trade Policies: Effective Management of Trade Remedies (Section 301, 232, Quotas, etc.)
Technology Track
Wednesday, Oct 9
10:00 am - 10:40 am
Data Analytics Part 2
All-Track
Wednesday, Oct 9
11:00 am - 11:45 am
Keynote Speaker #5 (Lee Meadows)
Meal
Wednesday, Oct 9
11:45 am - 12:45 pm
Lunch

Our Speakers


Guest Speakers

Devin Stenrose, LCB Headshot
Devin Stenrose, LCB
US Customs Compliance and Operations Manage, Stellantis
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Alex Lira Headshot
Alex Lira
Founder & CEO of TTMS Technologies
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Brian M. Hoxie Headshot
Brian M. Hoxie
Director, Forced Labor Division US CBP Office of Trade
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Scott Brevik Headshot
Scott Brevik
Client Representative, CBP
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Jeff Williams Headshot
Jeff Williams
Director of Import/Export Compliance, Southwire Company, LLC
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Doug Heffner Headshot
Doug Heffner
Partner, Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath
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Jeff Peterson Headshot
Jeff Peterson
Director, Global Trade and Logistics
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Daniela Zwada Headshot
Daniela Zwada
Advanced Planning Customs Manager, General Motors
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Kristen Cross Headshot
Kristen Cross
Business Agility Lead
Vervint
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Leigh A. Glazer Headshot
Leigh A. Glazer
Director for Customs
thyssenkrupp
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Shane Hill Headshot
Shane Hill
Sr. Mgr, Customs and Import/Export Operations
Elbit Systems of America
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Claire Reichstein Headshot
Claire Reichstein
Global Trade Director
Ford
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Brad Romines Headshot
Brad Romines
Senior Manager of Trade Compliance
Trijicon
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Lenny Feldman Headshot
Lenny Feldman
Managing Partner & Operating Committee Member
Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.
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Michelle Niles Headshot
Michelle Niles
Director, Corporate Trade Compliance
ITW
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Shannon Fura Headshot
Shannon Fura
Partner
Page & Fura, P.C.
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Jeremy Page Headshot
Jeremy Page
Partner
Page & Fura, P.C.
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Shannon Fox Headshot
Shannon Fox
Navistar Senior Manager, Import/Export
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Ben Gaffield Headshot
Ben Gaffield
Vice President, Compliance, Ethics & Audit
Elbit Systems of America
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Blane Carroll Headshot
Blane Carroll
Vice President of Legal Operations & Trade
Techtronic Industries, Inc. (TTI)
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William R. “Randy” Rucker Headshot
William R. “Randy” Rucker
Partner
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath
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Copper Hill Speakers

Daniel Cruz Headshot
Daniel Cruz
Director, Mexico Operations
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Agnieszka Borowka Headshot
Agnieszka Borowka
Director, European Operations
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Jim Petersen Headshot
Jim Petersen
Technical Advisor, Copper Hill
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Julissa Jaime Headshot
Julissa Jaime
Corporate Governance and Compliance Leader, Copper Hill
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Amado Dusman Headshot
Amado Dusman
Specialist, Client Solutions
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Ann McDonald-Hintze Headshot
Ann McDonald-Hintze
Senior Advisor, Continuous Improvement
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Brandi Stoddard Headshot
Brandi Stoddard
Manager, FTZ Consulting Services
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Brett Stanaway Headshot
Brett Stanaway
VP of Post Entry
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Cecelia Tolias Headshot
Cecelia Tolias
Director, Global Classification
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Eric Berry Headshot
Eric Berry
Director, Consulting Services
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Irving Feliz Headshot
Irving Feliz
Director, FTA Operations
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Kathleen Hernandez Headshot
Kathleen Hernandez
Vice President, Product Management
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Mary Cagle Headshot
Mary Cagle
Senior Director, Consulting Services
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Mike Yates Headshot
Mike Yates
Vice President, Technology
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Nick Sbroglia Headshot
Nick Sbroglia
Export Consulting Advisor
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