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Global Trade’s New Reality: Why Wisconsin Businesses Must Prepare for Constant Disruption

September 22, 2026 – By Chris Wojtowicz For decades, global trade largely operated on a simple assumption: if one supply route encountered trouble, another could absorb the demand. If one supplier experienced issues, another could step in. If one region faced disruption, the broader system could compensate. Today, that margin for error is shrinking. A […]

Talking Trade with Sandi Siegel, M.E. Dey & Co.

July 27, 2026 In the latest episode of “Talking Trade,” M.E. Dey & Co. CEO Sandi Siegel says the process for refunding tariffs has been “a little messy” but continues apace with more than half of the $166 billion total already returned to importers. Siegel discusses the latest developments with refunding tariffs that were found […]

What Comes Next for U.S. Trade Policy After IEEPA Tariffs Struck Down

Published by M. E. Dey & Co. News, February 21, 2026 What Did the Supreme Court Rule? The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the President does not have authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose tariffs. The case centered on President Trump’s use of IEEPA to implement broad tariffs on multiple countries, including […]

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Maintaining a long-term membership with MITA allows me to stay informed about key issues and changes in the global landscape impacting Trade Compliance. It provides access to knowledge and insights from leading Trade Compliance experts and an opportunity to learn from the best-in-class local businesses.

—Olga Shturmakov, Manager, Global Trade Compliance & Logistics, Promega Corporation

The world of trade compliance is rapidly changing and grows more complex daily. It has become increasingly more difficult to stay up to date on changing regulations and the global economy. Komatsu holds trade and customs compliance in high regard. Becoming a MITA member allows for our teams to not only stay current in the world of trade, but also provides opportunities to share best practices as we all adapt to the changing times.

—Jessica Peltier Trade & Customs Compliance Manager Komatsu Mining Corp. Group

Being involved with MITA, I have met a variety of professionals involved in international trade. I have built in-depth relationships through meaningful conversations with members and guests. Each event offers opportunities to discuss, observe, and debate complex issues. At MITA events I feel the warmth and uniqueness of the American Midwest business culture. It gives me a strong sense that “I belong”.

—Mingshu Young, Supply Planning Manager, S.C. Johnson & Sons, Inc.

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