The Impact of Tariffs on Supply Chains and How to Minimize Disruptions
Learn how tariffs will affect supply chains and discover strategies to reduce their impact at our upcoming FORGE event!
Date: Wed, March 5th, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. EST
Location: Online Event
Join us for a thought-provoking panel discussion on “The Impact of Tariffs on Supply Chains and How to Minimize Disruptions.” In an era of shifting trade policies and global economic uncertainty, tariffs can significantly disrupt startups embryonic supply chains, increase costs, and slow down your progress.
Our expert panel will break down the implications of tariffs, explore innovative strategies to mitigate their impact and provide actionable insights to keep your supply chain resilient and competitive.
For startups this discussion will equip you with the knowledge to navigate today’s changing trade landscape. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain helpful insights.
Register now!
Meet the Panelists:
Jurgen Frasch
Jurgen is the founder of New Page Associates and has extensive automotive, industrial and commercial industry experience in mechanical, electrical & RF applications.
He has 25+ years of executive and global industry leader experience in operations, and has managed teams to grow companies from start-up phase to $400M+.
He has strong insights into all business and operational aspects with key strengths in global supply chain management, low and high volume manufacturing, technology innovation, new product and business development, and quality systems.
Sera Evcimen
Sera is a mechanical engineer who has had a diverse career spanning roles in mechanical, manufacturing, and systems integration engineering, as well as program management.
She’s worked on developing hardware products like cubesat satellites, consumer electronic bracelets, a fusion reactor, ion thrusters, and tactile-sensing robots which inspired her involvement with Techstars, where she serves as a mentor in residence, concentrating on hardware portfolio companies. She now has a boutique consulting firm, Pratik Development, specializing in consulting hardware innovation and startups alongside her podcast The Builder Circle.
Joon Lee
Joon Lee is an entrepreneur and the founder, owner, and CEO of ICSN, Inc.
What began as a one-man enterprise in 2001 has grown under his leadership into a global operation spanning four countries with seven entities and locations.
ICSN takes pride in being a demand-driven company committed to supporting American manufacturers as they maintain their competitiveness by providing high-quality, globally competitive parts and components.