Tariffs & Tactics: How Startups and Corporations Can Thrive in Today’s Trade Environmen

As global trade tensions escalate and tariff policies shift, startups and corporations across all industries and sizes—including software and hardware—are facing new pressures and opportunities. From disrupted supply chains to unexpected compliance costs, the current tariff environment is reshaping the way companies operate, grow, and compete on a global scale.

​Join CGU for a timely and tactical discussion on how innovative companies are adapting to trade volatility, protecting their margins, and uncovering growth opportunities.

​​Featured Speakers: 🗣️

​Manny Cid – Senior Advisor for Economic Opportunity, Miami-Dade County
​Steve Mock-Head of Growth & Partnerships-Blumberg Capital
​Henryk Dabrowski – Managing Director, F3 Funds & STX Aerospace Ventures
​Elisa Medrano- Senior Trade & Investment Consultant, Catalonia Trade & Investment

​Moderated by:
​Michael Burtov – 4x Venture-Backed Founder & CEO | Co-Founder, CGU | Founder, Burtov.com

​​The panel brings together seasoned experts from the startup, corporate, and policy worlds—each offering a unique perspective on how tariffs are reshaping innovation, operations, and global strategy. From hands-on startup experience to corporate supply chain insights and deep policy expertise, the conversation will provide a well-rounded view of today’s complex trade environment.

​​Agenda:
​​​6:00- 7:00 PM: Registration and Networking
​​​7:00-8:00PM: Panel Discussion & Q&A
​​​8:00 -9:30 PM: Networking

​Venue Partner: UNI Tower

​Key Topics:
​How tariffs are directly impacting both hardware and software companies
​Strategies for resilient sourcing, pricing, and operations in tariff-sensitive sectors
​How startups can stay lean and agile despite international trade volatility
​How corporations are future-proofing their global operations and supporting innovation
​Real-world case studies from startups and enterprise players

​Who Should Attend:
​Founders, operators, and startup teams
​Corporate strategy, innovation, and supply chain leaders
​Software and hardware company executives
​Investors and advisors navigating international markets

​In today’s trade environment, understanding the impact of tariffs isn’t optional—it’s critical. Learn how to turn policy uncertainty into a strategic edge.