What's Keeping the C-Suite Up at Night: Policy, Tariffs, and Trade with Ice Miller's Joe Heaton and Michael Stroud

23/05/2025 44 min
What's Keeping the C-Suite Up at Night: Policy, Tariffs, and Trade with Ice Miller's Joe Heaton and  Michael Stroud

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode of Igniting the CEO Within, Mark McFatridge discusses the current state of trade policies and their implications for small to mid-sized businesses with experts Michael Stroud and Joe Heaton. They explore the challenges posed by uncertainty in trade regulations, the impact of tariffs, and the potential opportunities for U.S. businesses to reevaluate their supply chains and explore new markets. The conversation also touches on future predictions regarding trade agreements and the political landscape affecting these policies. Additional Resources: D. Michael Stroud, Jr: Ice Miller LLP Connect with Michael on LinkedIn Joe Heaton: Ice Miller LLP Connect with Michael on LinkedIn Connect with Joe on LinkedIn Connect with Ice Miller on LinkedIn Connect with Mark on LinkedIn Learn more about Quade Take the CEO Mindset Assessment Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network Key Takeaways: The climate of uncertainty is the biggest challenge for businesses. Tariffs are causing confusion and disruption in supply chains. Businesses need to reevaluate their sourcing strategies due to changing trade policies. There are potential opportunities for favorable trade agreements with countries like the UK. Companies are becoming more savvy about trade issues and tariffs.

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