Wednesday, May 28, 2025
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Richard Nixon Presidential Library & Museum
Tariffs are shaping the future of global business and understanding them is essential. Orange County Business Council and The Richard Nixon Foundation invite you to join us for a high-impact discussion that explores the purpose and structure of tariffs, as well as the operational and strategic considerations companies must evaluate in today’s evolving trade environment. Our panel of industry and policy experts will break down what business leaders need to know and how to proactively position their organization for long-term resilience. Whether you manage business strategy or public relations, this is a timely opportunity to gain clarity and walk away with practical strategies to strengthen your approach to trade policy.
Panelists:
Jeff Ball – President & CEO, OCBC (Moderator)
T.J. McCree – Senior Vice President, Orange County Commercial Banking, Cathay Bank
Kevin Depew – Deputy Chief Economist, RSM US LLP
Dr. Christopher Schwarz – Professor of Finance, Paul Merage School of Business, UCI
Charron Ricks – Director, Brokerage Product Development, UPS Supply Chain Solutions