Forget the noise—this episode breaks down what rising tariffs really mean for businesses navigating an already volatile economy. We dive into:

- The current tariff map: U.S.–China at 25%, EU tensions, Canada's retaliation, and what’s next

- Major policy changes: De Minimis reform, steel and aluminum tariffs, automotive tariffs

- Immediate impacts: price hikes, supply chain disruption, and margin pressure

- Strategic pivots: supply chain relocation (Vietnam, Malaysia), reshoring initiatives, and tariff engineering

- E-commerce fallout: why fast fashion and DTC brands are feeling the heat

- Financial strategies for managing tariff risks: inventory management, financing options, and HTS code accuracy

- Long-term shifts: domestic manufacturing trends, FTZ (Foreign Trade Zone) strategies, and reshaped global supply networks

- Why agility, diversification, and proactive planning are non-negotiable now

Whether you’re a distributor, a direct-to-consumer brand, a small business owner, or a supply chain exec, this episode delivers actionable insight to help you survive—and thrive—through this next wave of global trade realignment.

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The headlines might feel scattered—but the patterns are clear. In this briefing-style episode, LAC unpacks the three macro themes shaping the business and policy landscape right now: domestic resilience, institutional realignment, and global economic fragmentation.

We cover:

- Trump’s February 2025 copper executive order and the national security case for reshoring supply chains

- DOJ investigations into university admissions—post-affirmative action politics and federal enforcement trends

- Goldman's 2025 economic outlook, including Trumponomics 2.0, tariff scenarios, and risks for Europe, China, and the dollar

- The valuation vulnerabilities of U.S. equities amid trade volatility and inflation cooling

- China's 5% growth push, deflation concerns, trade tensions, and manufacturing dominance

- The Belt & Road Initiative 2.0 and China's pivot to EVs, biotech, and quantum tech

- The evolving tariff landscape: April 2025 snapshot shows U.S. tariffs at 45%, China’s at 25%

- The real impact on U.S. businesses: abandoned freight, sourcing disruption, overcapacity concerns

- Long-term global trade shifts: from China+1 to multipolar supply chains and protective policy

This episode isn't just about policy—it's about positioning. Whether you're a founder, board member, or investor, this is your strategic readout for what’s moving beneath the surface in 2025.

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Customer retention is no longer a reactive support function—it’s a proactive growth strategy. In this deep dive, we break down how to build a customer experience that keeps people coming back, spending more, and advocating for your brand.

We cover:

- How to identify early warning signs of churn through behavioral and sentiment data

- The three pillars of proactive retention: personalization, feedback loops, and operational ease

- Why bad onboarding, mismanaged expectations, and silence are your biggest risks

- Tactics for segmentation, CRM optimization, and automated outreach that feels human

- Loyalty programs that build community—not just discounts

- Key metrics: NRR, churn rate, CLV, NPS, CSAT, and CES

- The hidden power of social media, influencer marketing, and community-led retention

- Low-cost tech tools to track, analyze, and act on customer feedback—especially for SMBs

From onboarding to exit interviews, support scripts to post-purchase playbooks, this episode is your guide to creating a customer experience that drives retention, revenue, and reputation.

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