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MEDIA RELEASE: TBOWIT Hosts Free June Webinar on Trade Policy and Opens 2026 Board Applications

May 07, 2025 3:59 PM | Devon Barnett (Administrator)

Tampa Bay, FL (May 7, 2025): The Tampa Bay Organization of Women in International Trade (TBOWIT) invites business leaders, legal professionals, and global trade practitioners to attend a complimentary webinar on June 12, 2025, titled “Make America Trade Again.” This non-partisan discussion will cover the legal, regulatory, and economic impacts of tariffs and non-tariff barriers currently affecting Florida-based businesses engaged in international commerce.

Event Details: What: Make America Trade Again: A Non-Partisan Discussion on Tariffs & Non-Tariff Barriers

When: Thursday, June 12, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST

Where: Virtual (Zoom)

Cost: Free and open to the public

Register: tbowit.org/event-6176258

Featured speakers include:

  • Susie Hoeller, Hoeller Law Firm – International business attorney and former in-house counsel for Fortune 100 companies, with deep expertise in cross-border transactional strategies and non-tariff barriers.
  • Ann Shipherd, Esq., LCB, A.C. Ship Global Trade Law – Licensed customs broker and international trade attorney with extensive experience counseling businesses on complex import, export, and customs regulations.

Attendees will gain critical insights into how current trade policies are shaping the economic landscape in Florida and beyond. This is a must-attend for importers, exporters, compliance officers, and anyone navigating international business in today’s shifting regulatory environment.

Alongside this event, TBOWIT is now accepting applications for its 2026 Board of Directors. Board service offers professionals the opportunity to:

  • Play a leadership role in supporting women in international trade
  • Influence programming and initiatives that impact the Tampa Bay region
  • Connect with a global network of professionals and industry experts

Detailed board roles and the application form can be found at tbowit.org/Join-Board. All members and prospective members are encouraged to apply by May 31, 2025.

As a nonprofit affiliate of OWIT International, TBOWIT is dedicated to the advancement of women in global business through education, mentorship, and networking. Learn more about our mission at tbowit.org/FAQ.

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