U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones for Tariff Mitigation: From Theory to Practice

U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZs) offer manufacturers and distributors an opportunity to mitigate tariffs, including in some cases the new Trump Administration “reciprocal tariffs.” U.S. FTZs are regulated by the federal government and require an application and ongoing compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Learn about what U.S. FTZs can and can’t do, how to establish one, and get your questions answered from one of the leading voices on this program. Melissa Irmen, the Director of Advocacy and Strategic Relations with the National Association of Foreign-Trade Zones will provide her insights and advice to ACMA members interested in applying for or using a U.S. FTZ. With more than two decades of experience in the U.S. FTZ industry, Ms. Irmen is a recognized leader on this program. All ACMA members are encouraged to have their sourcing or compliance team attend this webinar.

Featured Speaker

Melisa Irmen is the Director of Advocacy and Strategic Relations at the National Association of Foreign-Trade Zones (NAFTZ. Melissa has more than 20 years of experience in the foreign-trade zone (FTZ) industry, as a service provider to the U.S. importing and exporting community. She is a Certified Zone Specialist, an Accredited Zone Specialist and served as Chair on the Board of Directors for the NAFTZ. Melissa is an active participant in various international trade initiatives and organizations and speaks regularly on global trade topics. She provides technology and trade expertise to many CBP working groups, including one focused on utilizing emerging technologies. Melissa joined NAFTZ to execute the association’s advocacy vision plan, and plays a pivotal role in building strategic partnerships and enhancing the membership experience while driving impactful change within the FTZ community.