In this GlobalAutoIndustry.com Audio Interview "Mexico Auto Sales & Production: Winners and Losers" Ron Hesse speaks with Thomas Karig. Thomas is a speaker and independent consultant on automotive industry and foreign trade issues, as well as on Governance/ESG system implementation. He teaches Corporate Governance & Integrity at the IESDE School of Management in Puebla, Mexico. Previously he worked for Volkswagen de Mexico in several management positions for 37 years. Most recently, as VP of Corporate Relations and the Compliance Officer. He was a member of the Board of Directors of the Mexican Association of the Automotive Industry, the Association of Mexican Truck Manufacturers, as well as the Mexican-German Chamber of Industry and Commerce, the last three years serving as Chairman. Thomas sits on the Board of Directors of companies in the auto parts and real estate sectors.
ETAuto Audio Interviews: In this GlobalAutoIndustry.com Audio Interview "Mexico Site Selection for Automotive OEMs & Suppliers in 2024” Ron Hesse speaks with Gary Swedback. Mr. Swedback is CEO of NAI Mexico and NAI PanAmericas, part of the NAI Global network, a leading industrial and commercial real estate firm. NAIMexico operates 25 offices across Mexico and Latin America, and works with many global customers, including those in the auto industry. Gary is a sought-after speaker on Mexico & Latin America industry and business issues.
In this GlobalAutoIndustry.com Audio Interview "China Automotive OEMs: Growing Protectionism Sentiment in U.S. Government" Ron Hesse speaks with Les Glick. Mr. Glick is Chair of the Butzel Long International Trade and Customs Specialty Team, based in their Washington DC Office. Mr. Glick is Co-Chair of the American Bar Association, International Law section, International Trade and Customs committee that has over 400 members. He is the author of 5 books, including on NAFTA and USMCA, and has given a series of seminars on the same topic. He has been active in obtaining 301 exclusions and helping companies with 301 duties through customs rulings on Country of Origin; Use of Duty Drawbacks: and other legal methods. He works with US importers and exporters from the top 10 automotive producing countries, including China, Canada, Mexico, Turkey, as well as US importers and industrial users.