Ep. #63: Tariff Talk: Cargado’s Matt Silver, Caspian’s Justin Sherlock & Gaia Dynamics’ Emil Stefanutti on Navigating Tariff Volatility

In this roundtable-style episode, Andrew brings together a panel of industry experts at the center of cross-border shipping and trade compliance: Matt Silver, CEO and cofounder of Cargado; Emil Stefanutti, CEO and cofounder of Gaia Dynamics; and Justin Sherlock, CEO & cofounder of Caspian.

These leaders break down how complex, ever-changing global trade regulations are impacting shippers, brokers, and carriers and how AI is being used to bring order to the chaos. From tariff classifications and regulatory confusion to duty refunds and compliance risks, this episode uncovers the real headaches businesses face and the tech that's helping them navigate it.

Andrew’s conversation with Matt, Emil, and Justin covers:

• The challenges businesses face in navigating the volatile landscape of tariffs and trade regulations, including the complexities of product classification and the impact of geopolitical events.  
• How AI is being used to streamline trade compliance processes, offering solutions to automate classification and other time-consuming tasks.  
• The impact of recent tariff announcements on businesses, with real-world examples illustrating the challenges companies face in managing increased costs and supply chain disruptions.  
• Insights into the potential implications of trade policies and the importance of adapting to the evolving global trade environment.

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