Nara Mitchell

Nara Mitchell
Nara is a highly experienced US Licensed Customs Broker with a track record in the global logistics industry spanning over a decade. Since 2010, she has developed expertise in import and export compliance, particularly in the textile and apparel chapters of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS). Having earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Western New England University, Nara possesses a solid academic foundation that complements her practical knowledge. She leverages her comprehensive understanding of business principles to navigate complex customs regulations and streamline processes for her clients. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the intricacies of international trade, Nara consistently delivers efficient and compliant customs solutions to her diverse range of clients. She is known for her ability to provide strategic advice and tailored solutions that optimize supply chain operations and mitigate potential risks.

Recent Posts

The “No-No List”

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By now, you may have noticed that I associate a large portion of my blogs with something near and dear… My sweet cherubs.  In our house, we have some simple “no-no rules.”   They are pretty standard, don’t shave the dog, don’t put gum in your brother’s hair, you see where I am going here, pretty straight forward…..  

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Topics: Export Consulting

Why Yes, You Do Need a Compliance Expert

compliance-expert111314.jpgA few months back, I posed the question to you, “Do I really need a trade compliance expert?”  The overwhelming response, was that yes, in fact, I (you) do.  However, let’s dive a little deeper into some of the reasons why you need an expert.

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Topics: Reconciliation, Duty Drawback, Export Consulting, Import Consulting

Do I Really Need a Trade Compliance Expert?

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I have come to realize that a very, very common question in social settings is “So, what do you do for work?” I will give my general elevator speech and when I am done, often times, get a look of “Huh?”

I always walk away thinking the same thing “Pull it together, Nara, simply explain what you do.” Then I remember, there is no simple explanation. I realize, that a quick elevator speech of “We focus on import and export consulting, classification, trade preference programs, duty mitigation and supply chain security”  Well, quite honestly, it would have to be a VERY long elevator ride….

This realization circles me back to an oldie but goodie.  The simple reasoning of why yes, you do need a compliance expert. 

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Topics: Export Consulting, Import Consulting, About us