See Trade from the Other Side

Navigating domestic and international trade policy, law and regulation has become increasingly complex.

Looking Glass Trade empowers its clients with expert guidance on international trade. We bring decades of experience from the negotiating table to help you navigate global markets and trade rules and provide strategies for success that are both timely and adaptable.


Mastering Global Trade with Expert Guidance

At Looking Glass Trade, we empower business and government clients to confidently navigate the three-dimensional chess board of global trade policy, guided by expertise, precision, and integrity. Our mission is to simplify international trade and open doors to global opportunities. Our comprehensive suite of professional services will help you unlock the tools to succeed.

Custom Trade Policy Consulting

Navigate complex rules with our personalized guidance.

Tackle Regulatory Barriers

Stay ahead with tailored advice on domestic and international regulatory requirements.

Training

Learn the essentials of trade with expert-led and tailored courses.


Expert Guidance for Thriving in Global Trade

“Trade issues are evolving rapidly. We have experience to help you forecast what comes next.”

– Dawn Shackleford, President, Looking Glass Trade

  • Over 25 years of international trade policy experience
  • Negotiated results for government, industry and international organizations
  • Director-at-Large on ANSI Board of Directors
  • Elected as Trade Committee Chairperson, OECD
  • Served as Assistant U.S. Trade Representative, Senior Official and Lead Trade Negotiator
  • Supported Cabinet officials on international trade
  • Extensive engagement with Congressional Committees and Executive Agencies
  • Specialized knowledge on trade rules to help exporters navigate regulatory barriers (TBT & SPS), customs and trade facilitation, government procurement, subsidies, GATT, GATS, etc.
  • Regional experience working in India, South Asia, South East Asia & Pacific, Europe
  • Expertise on national security-based measures on steel and aluminum, trade defense mechanisms, complex tariff and quota rules
  • Foreign Trade Zones expertise


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By John Tenniel – Through the Looking-Glass, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=7592577

“It would be so nice if something made sense for a change.”

– Lewis Carroll, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland