Mr. Vanderloo To Speak About Effective Strategies Wisconsin Businesses Can Employ To Manage Tariffs, Energy Shortages, And Other Global Trade Challenges
MILWAUKEE, WI – James Vanderloo, Head of OEC Group’s Milwaukee branch, has been invited by the Madison International Trade Association (MITA) to speak on a logistics panel for Wisconsin World Trade Day. The event is scheduled to take place on May 19, 2026.
Mr. Vanderloo was asked to participate because of his comprehensive knowledge of global trade. The Organization believes he can offer a unique perspective about the logistics industry to Wisconsin businesses. During the panel Mr. Vanderloo will offer strategies all businesses in the state can employ to manage the effects tariffs, energy shortages, and other industry challenges that state businesses are currently enduring.
“Too often, businesses don’t realize where their biggest supply chain risks are until something goes wrong,” said Mr. Vanderloo. “Every importer and exporter should be paying attention to their supply chains and how current geopolitical events is affecting their businesses. Understanding issues such as compliance, documentation, and strategy isn’t just helpful, it can be the difference between a business succeeding or failing.”
During the panel, Mr. Vanderloo will provide practical insight into critical areas of global trade, including export and import controls and licensing, documentation requirements, INCOTERMS, cargo insurance, and overall shipping strategy. He will also address key compliance considerations such as labeling and packaging, compliance liability, AES filing and audit readiness, internal controls, and navigating sanctions and denied parties.
The MITA event will also feature other organizations such as Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), Trade Acceptance Group, Ltd. (TAG), US Commercial Service (USCS) Milwaukee, WCTC School of Business, Gamber Johnson LLC, Platinum Cargo Logistics, Amundsen Davis LLC, and LR International who will be discussing other facets of logistics and trade to share expertise and best practices for navigating international commerce.
OEC Group is one of the world’s original non-vessel operators. With offices and representatives on every continent on the planet, the company has grown into one of the leading logistics providers in the world, serving hundreds of destinations around the globe. The company currently assists thousands of customers of various sizes and industries through a network of offices in North America, Europe, Asia, India, South America, Australia, and the Middle East. For more information about the company please visit www.oecgroup.com or call (718) 527-7171.
