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ONB Export Series: Navigating Tariffs and Expanding Global Opportunities

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The eighth webinar in the ONB Export Series: Resilience & Global Diversification brought together leaders from across New Brunswick’s innovation ecosystem to discuss the impact of U.S. tariffs and strategies for navigating today’s global trade environment.

The panel was moderated by Cathy Simpson, CEO of TechImpact, who guided a lively and solutions-focused discussion on how exporters can adapt, diversify, and thrive despite uncertainty. Cathy’s role as moderator underscored the importance of digital leadership and collaboration in building resilience for local businesses.

The Panelists

  • Cathy Simpson – Chief Executive Officer, TechImpact (Moderator)
  • Peter Clark – Chief Financial Officer, SmartSkin Technologies
  • Erin Barrett – Chief Executive Officer, Eigen Innovations
  • Stephen Goddard – COO and Founder, TrojAI

Together, the panelists shared practical insights on how businesses can mitigate tariff impacts, leverage technology, and expand into new international markets.

Watch the Recording

Missed the session? Access the full recording here: Watch the Recording.

Additional Resources

  • ONB Market Intelligence Slides – available now (French translation to follow).
  • Understanding the Impact of U.S. Tariffs on New Brunswick – visit the GNB Tariff Website.

ONB Business Navigators

Exporters can contact ONB’s Business Navigators for one-on-one support:

Looking Ahead

This discussion highlighted how strong leadership and collaboration can help New Brunswick businesses overcome trade barriers and pursue growth worldwide. Stay tuned for details on the next session in the ONB Export Series, where we’ll continue to explore strategies and solutions for global success.
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