Brian Hall, Ccs Email & Phone Number

Calgary, Canada Area

Global Customs Compliance: Developed, implemented, and managed Nutrien’s customs compliance programs globally, focusing on the US and Canada, covering both finished goods and Maintenance, Repair, and Operating (MRO) goods.Compliance Procedures: Created and maintained import/export compliance procedures, including conducting internal Import Compliance Risk Assessments for the US and Canada.Customs Brokers Partnership: Led the selection and strategic partnership with Customs Brokers in the US and Canada. Ensured efficient customs clearances and the successful movement of products, machinery, equipment, and contractors across borders.Cross-Border Liaison: Acted as the primary point of contact for US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Canada Customs Border Services Agency (CBSA) for all cross-border matters.Trade Strategy Improvement: Continuously enhanced the international trade strategy to leverage special trade and customs programs, such as Free Trade Agreements, U.S. Goods Returned, Duty Drawback, End Use Provisions, and Reconciliation.Global Issue Monitoring: Stayed current on global issues impacting Nutrien and provided management with informed recommendations.ERP System Management: Utilized ERP systems to ensure accurate assignment of tariff classification, country of origin, and pricing.Import/Export Reporting: Oversaw the development, analysis, and reporting of import/export activities, leading improvements to support decision-making quality.Issue Escalation: Served as the primary contact for escalation and troubleshooting of live border issues.Internal Collaboration: Fostered relationships with internal departments, including Plant and Warehouse Operations, Logistics, and Procurement, to streamline import/export activities.Team Leadership: Provided leadership and subject matter expertise to a team of three direct reports, including hiring, development, coaching, goal setting, performance management, and project direction.

Calgary, Canada Area

Encompasses a wide range of technical and managerial obligations to both internal and external clients while providing support to our personnel as it relates to customs compliance and project based opportunitiesInternal client compliance risk analysis reviews to identify key areas of improvement, recommendations for risk mitigationTechnical support to clients and personnel in the interpretation of all areas of customs legislation, customs programs and processesAnalysis and recommendations related to key trade and customs issuesSupport Business Development and Customer Service in promoting value added services as it relates customs brokerage and consultingLiaise with CBSA, Industry Associations and Other Government Dept.

Calgary, Canada Area

Provide senior leadership on a daily basis to employees within the Western Region.Ensure the company’s policies and procedures are followed according to established guidelines and make recommendations for improvement.Provide strategic and operational planning input for the Western Regional operations and report progress and results to senior management.Network to develop business relations, promote the sale of customs brokerage, consulting, warehousing and freight forwarding.Coordinate and assist sales in business development and develop strategies to meet goals within the Western RegionAnalyze, review and approve quotes as it relates to the Western Region customs brokerage OperationsOversee preparation of monthly financial and branch progress reports.Help to increase overall profitability by motivating and assisting employees within the Western Region to be successful in their roles.Oversee interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees when necessary.Work with other Regional Managers in Canada to further the operational goals of Cole.

Calgary, Canada Area

•Opened Canadian corporate head office of US parent, including staffing and managing of same; initiated benefit and bonus programs; secure customer base for new operations and maintain existing Canadian clients•Business development of new companies seeking customs assistance, classification or valuation issues; help develop duty preference programs for customers; identify savings opportunities•Develop professional relationships with Canada Border Services Agency staff and proactively monitor relevant governmental bodies to identify changes in legislation/regulations•Responsible for coordination & preparation of regulatory submissions and strategies for customers•Manage the final product submissions and negotiate and communicate effectively with regulatory authorities to obtain timely product approvals •Manage and maintain customer relationships and mitigate any technical or regulatory issues as they arise; provide on-site training and assistance with Canada Border Services Agency audits and US Customs & Border Protection Requests for Information or Investigations•Examine customer business profiles and identify appropriate level of brokerage/logistics services required by customer to leverage costs•Member of CAPP Advisory Group dealing with solution for diluent eligibility in cross border crude oil transactions and other industry related issues •Work with government agencies to ensure compliance with their governing law authorities for customers•Responsible for review of processes and procedures with the National Energy Board and Department of Energy•Review systems and processes to ensure ability to comply with new regulations (ie. Excise Tax, Goods and Services Tax) and evaluate requirements for same•Provide appropriate training and learning opportunities for team and conduct meaningful career development discussions

Calgary, Canada

•Perform consulting services on major projects that include duty recovery, compliance with customs regulations and identifying issues, audit purchase orders and post entry reviews and assist personnel and clients with the resolution of key trade and customs issues•Interpret Governmental regulations, Harmonized Tariff System and all related Administration Regulations as they apply to Cole Group personnel and Cole Group clients•Development of internal import/export compliance program policies & procedures to ensure compliance with all applicable import/export laws and regulations•Research customs regulations and rulings, Explanatory Notes and apply principles of the GRI's to determine regulatory or interpretive basis for each classification and communicate with Cole Group personnel and Cole Group clients•Manage Cole Group’s NAFTA Department and employees, establish NAFTA policy and ensure that Cole Group clients are in compliance with all free trade agreements•Administration of all Canada Border Services Agency Requirements, D-memos, customs notices and current trade issues•Develop, conduct and educate personnel and clients with training programs on import/export compliance for other Government Departments regulations and trade/customs regulations•Validate processes and procedures that are in place and being followed to ensure on-going compliance

Calgary, Canada

•Plan, co-ordinate, administer and conduct compliance verification reviews and compliance services to external and internal clients•Perform general customs consulting services, such as AMPS penalties appeals, seizure appeals, NAFTA verification, preparation and submission of Customs rulings, end use programs, import programs•Provide support and deliver information sessions and seminars to educate external and internal clients on Customs requirements, regulations and programs

Edmonton, Alberta

•Assess current procedures and make recommendations to improve compliance and reduce compliance risk. Recommend ways to reduce duty and tax liabilities, improving internal controls and reporting•Plan, co-ordinate, administer and conduct Customs Compliance Reviews, both before and after a Customs Audit•Deliver information sessions and seminars to educate KPMG clients and KPMG personnel•Provide industry focused solutions on all trade related compliance issues such as tariff classification (National Customs Rulings), origin, valuation and marking requirements•Assist clients with minimizing costs and risks associated with the rules of origin i.e. review certificates of origin, assist exporters with tariff classification and rule of origin, request advance rulings

Planning, co-ordinating, administering and conducting domestic and foreign reviews of clients’ books and records, supporting documentation.Providing advice on tariff classification, origin, value for duty, marking requirements of imported goods, and applicability of other trade administration programs.

Professional Status, Customs Broker Professional Examination

Pillars Of Management Program Certificate

Understanding & Using Financial Information Effective Workplace Communication Human Resource Basics for Managers Leadership Development.

Certified Customs Specialist

Business Program

Business Communications Financial Accounting Management