Tariffs, tariffs and more international tariffs! If you are getting confused, don’t worry. The Illinois SBDC International Trade Center at The Turner Center for Entrepreneurship is pleased to host a 30-minute webinar covering the basics of international trade tariffs, how to find the tariffs, and what you can do to lower your tariffs. We will review both U.S. import tariffs and tariffs applied by other countries to U.S. exports. TOPICS OF DISCUSSION: In this fast-paced 30-minute webinar, we’ll cover: Understanding the four types of U.S. import tariffs. Where to find U.S. import tariff rates. Understanding tariffs applied to U.S. exports and where to find the current rates. Steps you can take to lower tariffs on imports or exports. Resources to support making smart tariff decisions. Q&A: The presenter will be available after the presentation at 12:30 pm for Q&A from the participants. OUR SPEAKER/s: Name, James Foley Bradley University Jim Foley is the director of the Turner Center for Entrepreneurship at Bradley University. He is also the Director of International Programs for the Foster College of Business and the Director of Business and Nonprofit Partnerships for the university. Mr. Foley is a frequent speaker on international trade issues and teaches International Business courses at Bradley University. Mr. Foley is the author of The Global Entrepreneur 4th Edition, which discusses techniques to expand exports. He is also the co-author of the eleventh edition of International Marketing by Vern Terspstra. Jim has received numerous recognitions, including the Illinois Governor’s Export Award, the IATTO Lifetime Achievement Award, and the John Otis Lifetime Achievement Award, Nasbite International’s highest recognition. In 2009, Bradley’s International Trade Center was awarded the President of the United States’ E Award. Jim serves as a member of the Illinois District Export Council. Prior to joining the trade center, Mr. Foley worked in the computer industry, living in Los Angeles and London. He has an MBA from the London Business School at the University of London and a B.A. from Knox College. Outside cosponsors: i.e. GPEDC, FTZ #114, MBDC, SCORE, Hispanic Chamber, Peoria Chamber