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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 […]

MITA Announces Its 2026 Board of Directors Election Results

January 12, 2026 – The Madison International Trade Association is proud to welcome Sarah Azar, IraFrydman, and James Vanderloo to its board of directors. The newly elected memberswill serve a three-year term on the MITA Board of Directors starting January 1, 2026. Sarah Azar joined M.E. Dey & Co. in 2012, and is currently the […]

The Great Supply Chain Reset: How Tariffs are Forcing a Manufacturing & Sourcing Overhaul

Published by M. E. Dey & Co. News, December 8, 2025 For most importers, the past few years have felt like one long balancing act. First came the pandemic shocks. Then the port backlogs, container shortages, geopolitical tensions, and inflation. Just when the world seemed ready for a breather, 2025 arrived with a fresh set of […]

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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

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

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.