As the World Trade Organization estimates a global trade decline between 13-32% and double-digit declines in trade volume across almost every region worldwide as a result of COVID-19, it’s clear that business leaders need to prepare for the impending long-term economic effects of the coronavirus. Join Tony Uphoff and Andrew Blasi Jr., director at Crowell and Moring International, as they discuss the substantial impacts COVID-19 will have on the future of global trade and how industrial business leaders should strategically plan for these impacts to keep their companies afloat.

Resources From This Episode:

Learn More About Andrew Blasi Jr.: https://www.crowell.com/professionals/andrew-blasi

Manufacturer Response to COVID-19 Disruptions: Increased Interest in Automation, Reshoring [Report]: https://www.thomasnet.com/insights/manufacturer-response-to-covid-19-disruptions-increased-interest-in-automation-reshoring/

16 Immediate Actions Company Owners Should Take to Protect Their Business' Financial Health During COVID-19: https://www.thomasnet.com/insights/16-immediate-actions-company-owners-should-take-to-protect-their-business-financial-health-during-covid-19/

How to Be an Effective Leader in Times of Uncertainty: https://www.thomasnet.com/insights/how-to-be-an-effective-leader-in-times-of-uncertainty/