Meet Jamie Adams: Our New Chapter in Global Trade Compliance Leadership

If you ask most trade compliance professionals how they got here, many will say they slipped, tripped, and fell into it. What matters is who catches you when regulations shift, markets change, and risk shows up unannounced. That is where we step in.

Why We’re Excited About Jamie

We recently welcomed Jamie Adams to Vigilant Global Trade Services, and we are energized by what this means for our clients. Jamie brings nearly 30 years in the trade industry and a track record of turning complex compliance challenges into clear, workable programs. He is stepping into the big shoes of our friend and colleague, Joe Burks, with deep respect for Joe’s legacy and a clear vision for what comes next.

Building on Joe Burks’ Legacy

Joe’s presentations and insights helped countless teams make sense of import and export regulations, customs requirements, and practical trade compliance. We are proud to maintain and expand that library so you can access proven guidance when you need it.

• Explore our growing library of compliance presentations and resources on our website
• Expect fresh, relevant content that speaks to today’s regulatory climate
• Look for training and insights that help you move from reactive to proactive

Jamie is committed to bringing new ideas to the table while keeping the approachable, practical style our clients trust.

The Problem We Solve Every Day

Global trade compliance is never static. Regulations evolve, enforcement priorities shift, and supply chains change without warning. Companies struggle with limited bandwidth, scattered documentation, and siloed knowledge. The result is unnecessary risk, delays, and cost.

We help you build a resilient trade compliance program that scales with your business. Our approach focuses on clarity, training, and execution so your team can operate with confidence.

What This Means for Your Compliance Program

Here is how we partner with clients to reduce risk and increase certainty:

• Program assessments that pinpoint gaps in classification, valuation, origin, and screening
• Practical SOPs and workflows that fit how your teams actually work
• Targeted training for trade, logistics, finance, and leadership
• Readiness for audits and inquiries with strong recordkeeping and documentation
• Ongoing advisory to keep you aligned with current rules and best practices

Quick Wins You Can Use Now

If you are looking for momentum, start here:

• Refresh your risk map: Reassess your top 5 compliance risks by region, product, and business unit each quarter.
• Tighten documentation: Standardize how you capture classification, origin, and valuation decisions. Make the who, what, and why easy to trace.
• Shorten training: Use 20 minute micro sessions tied to real transactions. Teach one task, then reinforce it with a checklist.
• Test recordkeeping: Pick three recent shipments and verify that documents, data, and decisions are complete and consistent.
• Centralize updates: Designate a single source of truth for regulatory changes and make it visible to all stakeholders.

What Sets Us Apart

• Depth with a human touch: We pair decades of trade compliance experience with clear, plain language and pragmatic tools.
• Education first: Our presentation library and ongoing content help your team build durable capability, not just one time fixes.
• Leadership continuity: With Jamie carrying forward Joe’s legacy, you get fresh perspective anchored in proven practices.

And if you ever meet Jamie in person, you might even walk away with a quick caricature to mark the occasion.

Explore Our Trade Compliance Resources

Whether you are building a program or tuning a mature one, our resources are designed to help:

• On demand presentations from our library
• Practical guides on customs compliance fundamentals
• Updates on import and export regulations, enforcement trends, and best practices

Let’s Strengthen Your Trade Compliance Together

If you need a steady partner in a fast moving environment, we are here to help. Contact Vigilant Global Trade Services to schedule a consultation, explore our presentation library, or discuss a tailored assessment for your trade compliance program. Let’s turn complexity into clarity and momentum.