Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. ET

What a year 2025 has been for trade compliance!                                                                       

The old ways of managing trade compliance are no longer sustainable, there are just too many risks. That’s why many companies are embracing a “shift compliance left” mindset—embedding compliance thinking into the upstream process and/or moving compliance considerations earlier in the product and supply chain lifecycle, from design and sourcing to onboarding suppliers and classifying goods                                   

In this webinar, sponsored by Quickcode, we’ll explore what it really means to shift compliance left. Our panel includes trade compliance professionals who have successfully started this transition within their organizations. You’ll hear real-world insights, lessons learned, and practical strategies for embedding compliance thinking into upstream processes—before goods are ever ordered or shipped.

We’ll Explore:                                                                                                                                                                                                      

  • How early-stage engagement reduces costly rework, delays, and penalties
  • The role of collaboration between compliance, procurement, and product teams
  • Examples of tools, data, and workflows that support a shift-left approach
  • Metrics to measure the impact of shifting compliance earlier in the process
  • Challenges and resistance—how to get cross-functional buy-in

You’ll Gain:                                                            

  • A clear understanding of how and why to shift compliance upstream
  • Actionable steps to begin the shift within your own organization
  • Lessons from professionals who have done it successfully
  • Inspiration to reframe the role of compliance as proactive and strategic
  • Position your leadership in the C-Suite. Something that points to how “shifting left” will build your teams brand in the C-suite.

Whether you’re just starting to rethink your compliance processes or looking to refine an existing strategy, this webinar will provide valuable insights to help your team become a proactive force for trade success.

Speakers:

  • Shannon Hynds, CEO at Quickcode.AI
  • Robert Thompson, Sr. Specialist – Global Trade Compliance at Bass Pro Shops

Free for AAEI Members & Non-Members

NCBFAA Educational Institute (NEI) has approved this program for 1 credit(s) for CCS/MCS, CES/MES, LCB credit type(s).  You must attend the live event to receive the code and link to submit for credit.