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
Track 1 (Foundations) Track 2 (Hot Topics) Track 3 (Technology)
All-Track
Monday, Oct 7
1:00 pm - 1:15 pm
Opening remarks
Track 1 (Foundations) Track 2 (Hot Topics) Track 3 (Technology)
Track 1
Monday, Oct 7
1:15 pm - 2:00 pm
FTZ Frenzy: Optimize Savings & Boost Your Business
Track 1 (Foundations)
Track 2
Monday, Oct 7
1:15 pm - 2:00 pm
Forced Labor: Combatting Injustice & Safeguarding Supply Chain
Track 2 (Hot Topics)
Track 3
Monday, Oct 7
1:15 pm - 2:00 pm
Conquer the ACE Maze: Tips for Streamlining Your Customs Process
Track 3 (Technology)
Track 1
Monday, Oct 7
2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
Valuation & Reconciliation: Unlocking Savings with a Top-Notch Program
Track 1 (Foundations)
Track 2
Monday, Oct 7
2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
Decoding CBAM & Building a Resilient Compliance Program
Track 2 (Hot Topics)
Track 3
Monday, Oct 7
2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
Optimizing Customs Operations: Project Management Strategies
Track 3 (Technology)
Network
Monday, Oct 7
4:15 pm - 5:00 pm
Networking (hotel lobby bar)
Track 1 (Foundations) Track 2 (Hot Topics) Track 3 (Technology)
All-Track
Monday, Oct 7
5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Keynote Speaker #1 (TBA)
Track 1 (Foundations) Track 2 (Hot Topics) Track 3 (Technology)
Network
Monday, Oct 7
5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Cocktail Hour
Network
Meal
Monday, Oct 7
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Dinner
Meal Track 1 (Foundations) Track 2 (Hot Topics) Track 3 (Technology)
Activity
Monday, Oct 7
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Golf Simulators & Monday Night Football
Activity Track 1 (Foundations) Track 2 (Hot Topics) Track 3 (Technology)
Meal
Tuesday, Oct 8
8:00 am - 9:00 am
Breakfast
Meal Track 1 (Foundations) Track 2 (Hot Topics) Track 3 (Technology)
Track 1
Tuesday, Oct 8
9:00 am - 9:45 am
HTS & FTA: Unlocking Global Markets with Smarter Strategies
Track 1 (Foundations)
Track 2
Tuesday, Oct 8
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Quantifying Compliance: Measuring ROI Success & Maximizing Fiscal Impact
Track 2 (Hot Topics)
Track 3
Tuesday, Oct 8
9:00 am - 9:45 am
AI Revolution in Global Trade Management
Track 3 (Technology)
Track 1
Tuesday, Oct 8
10:45 am - 11:45 am
Due Diligence Reviews & Building a Compliance Program that Wins
Track 1 (Foundations)
Track 2
Tuesday, Oct 8
10:45 am - 11:45 am
2024 Presidental Election & Global Trade Compliance
Track 2 (Hot Topics)
Track 3
Tuesday, Oct 8
10:45 am - 11:45 am
Mastering Trade Data Analytics: Turning Data into Action
Track 3 (Technology)
Meal
Tuesday, Oct 8
11:45 am - 12:45 pm
Lunch
Meal Track 1 (Foundations) Track 2 (Hot Topics) Track 3 (Technology)
Track 1
Tuesday, Oct 8
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Export: Navigating Risk & Building a Bulletproof Process
Track 1 (Foundations)
Track 2
Tuesday, Oct 8
1:00 pm - 1:45 pm
Conquering CTPAT: Unveiling the Secrets of Trade Security
Track 2 (Hot Topics)
Track 2
Tuesday, Oct 8
1:45 pm - 2:30 pm
Partnering with PGAs to Mitigate ADD, CVD, & Section Duties
Track 2 (Hot Topics)
Track 3
Tuesday, Oct 8
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Copper Hill Software Overview + Q&A
Track 3 (Technology)
All-Track
Tuesday, Oct 8
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Keynote Speaker #2 (TBA)
Track 1 (Foundations) Track 2 (Hot Topics) Track 3 (Technology)
Network
Tuesday, Oct 8
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Networking + cocktail hour (hotel restaurant)
Network Track 1 (Foundations) Track 2 (Hot Topics) Track 3 (Technology)
Meal
Tuesday, Oct 8
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Dinner
Meal Track 1 (Foundations) Track 2 (Hot Topics) Track 3 (Technology)
Activity
Tuesday, Oct 8
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Casino Night
Activity Track 1 (Foundations) Track 2 (Hot Topics) Track 3 (Technology)
Meal
Wednesday, Oct 9
8:00 am - 9:00 am
Breakfast
Meal Track 1 (Foundations) Track 2 (Hot Topics) Track 3 (Technology)
All-Track
Wednesday, Oct 9
9:00 am - 9:15 am
Closing Remarks
Track 1 (Foundations) Track 2 (Hot Topics) Track 3 (Technology)
Track 1
Wednesday, Oct 9
9:15 am - 10:15 am
Best Practices for Broker Audits, Prior Disclosures, & Post Entry
Track 1 (Foundations)
Track 2
Wednesday, Oct 9
9:15 am - 11:15 am
Duty Optimization: Unearth Hidden Savings with Optimization Strategies
Track 2 (Hot Topics)
Track 3
Wednesday, Oct 9
9:15 am - 10:00 am
A Comprehensive Guide to the Latest Customs Software Updates
Track 3 (Technology)
Meal
Wednesday, Oct 9
11:45 am - 12:45 pm
Lunch
Meal Track 1 (Foundations) Track 3 (Technology)

Our Speakers

Guest Speakers

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
Senior Trade Compliance Manager
Tenneco
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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

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
Vice President, 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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