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This latest special interest group (SIG) offers an exclusive look into the Customs industry.  

We will also provide an overview of the next stage of SIGs, as we continue to improve our offering to you.

There will also be networking opportunities to talk to like-minded individuals, with whom you can discuss challenges and solutions to the issues impacting your business.

This special interest group provides individuals operating within the Customs industry priority access to the latest information, policy updates, and education relevant to your sector and a network of like-minded individuals with whom you can discuss challenges and solutions to the issues impacting your business.

When: 2pm -2:45pm BST, Tuesday 22nd October 2024 

Where: Microsoft Teams | Interactive event

Opening from Head of Membership Sophie Tothill 

Introduction from Sector Lead Peter Thompson 

Introduction from  Academy Trade and Customs Specialist Matt Vick

Breakout rooms 

  • What are the biggest challenges in your industry
  • What are the biggest opportunities in your industry
  • How can the Chartered Institute better support you

Feedback (facilitated by Lead and Expert)

Close from Head of Membership 

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Sophie has built a successful career within international professional membership bodies and senior roles in the public sector. With experience at ICAEW and CIPD, she has a proven ability to drive membership growth and engagement through strong value propositions and strategic relationships. A former HR professional and Police Officer, Sophie is a passionate advocate for Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) and is committed to advancing organisational success through strategic leadership and collaboration.

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Peter is the sector lead for Logistics, Freight Forwarders, and Customs Brokers. He has a pivotal role in building new business relationships as well as managing our existing customers and developing initiatives that support the professional growth of our customers in export and international trade.

He is excited to continue contributing to the Chartered Institute's mission of supporting and advancing the interests of exporters and international trade, ensuring they have the tools and knowledge necessary to succeed in today’s dynamic global economy.

 

Matt Vick

Matt Vick handles the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade delivery of public training courses, customs and SPS consultancy, and tutor for individuals at Level 3.

He has extensive international trade experience, stemming from a background in freight forwarding & customs services, culminating in special recognition at the British International Freight Association Awards in 2022.

He was a team leader at Good Logistics for the Brexit taskforce & customs Team, later moving on to the deep sea forwarding department.