Chapter

Tariffs Explained: Latest on Trump's Shifting Import Tax Plan and What it Means


The 20th century generally saw a rise in global trade liberalization and a decline in the use of tariffs. Now, after two presidential terms of elevated tariffs, the second Trump administration has undertaken a dramatic next step.

Please join us on May 21st as our panel of experts examine the latest developments in Trump’s trade and tariff policy, and discuss:
  • A brief history of U.S. tariffs
  • Who pays for tariffs in the long and short run
  • The price of employment effects of tariffs
  • How companies are altering the way they do business to combat higher tariff costs

Date:  Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Location:  Brio Tuscan Grille (Upstairs), 2223 North Westshore Blvd., Tampa, FL  33607

Time:  5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Cocktails, Networking and Heavy Appetizers | 6:30 PM - 6:45 PM Announcements | 6:45 PM - 8:00 PM Presentation and Q&A
 
Registration Fee:  Members $75 | Retired Members $65 | Life Retired Members $25
 
CPE:  This program qualifies for one and one half (1.5) CPE credits.
 
Have Questions or Need Registration Support?  Contact Denise Parker, Chapter Administrator, at [email protected] or 813.494.9551.
 

Speakers

Scott Fink

CEO
Volkswagen and Subaru of Wesley Chapel

Tom Horrigan

Director, Corporate Sales & Structuring
BMO Capital Markets

Brad Hulbert

Director, Business Consulting
Grant Thornton Advisors LLC

Colin Wilhelm

Manager
Grant Thornton LLC

Credits

1.50 CPE
Basic

Method

group-live

Field

Economics, Technical

Prerequisites

none

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