Hosts: Lalo Solorzano & Andy Shiles

Anand Raghavendran– KYG Trade

Gagan Bhasin – VAO

What do hay bales, compliance teams, and artificial intelligence have in common? A lot more than you might think.

In this week’s Simply Trade episode, hosts Lalo Solorzano and Andy Shiles reflect on the evolution of automation — from manual fieldwork to cutting-edge AI tools transforming global trade. Recorded shortly after the ICPA Fall Conference, this episode dives into two of the biggest topics dominating the industry: tariff mitigation and AI-driven efficiency.

Guests Anand Raghavendran (KYG) and Gagan Bhasin (VAO) share how AI is revolutionizing classification, post-entry audits, document processing, and compliance monitoring — helping trade professionals do more with less. They also address the very real challenges of implementing AI responsibly, building organizational buy-in, and maintaining data security.

This conversation blends real-world examples, humor, and strategic advice — reminding every listener that AI isn’t replacing trade professionals… but those who know how to use it will be the ones who thrive.

“AI is never going to replace humans — it’s facilitating and improving the efficiency of the people behind it.” — Anand

“Trade professionals are the superheroes keeping supply chains stable. They may not wear capes, but they deserve all the support they can get.” — Gagan

“If you’re not learning AI, someone who is will replace you.” — Lalo Solorzano

KYG Trade

VAO

ICPA – International Compliance Professionals Association

U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security – Export Administration Regulations (EAR)

Global Training Center

Hosts:

Lalo Solorzano

Andy Shiles

Guests:

Anand Raghavendran – KYG Trade

Gagan Bhasin – VAO

Produced by: Global Training Center

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