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Thomas Taggart
Head of Global Trade @ Passport | Technology + Global Shipping + Expertise
Thomas Taggart is an experienced professional in global trade and international shipping, currently serving as the Head of Global Trade at Passport. Here's an overview of his background and expertise:
Education and Certifications
Thomas holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the United States Merchant Marine Academy and an International Master of Business Administration (IMBA) from the University of South Carolina's Darla Moore School of Business.1 He has also completed advanced courses in Strategic Business Issues in the European Union at WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management.
Additionally, Thomas is certified in:
- Enterprise Design Thinking (IBM)
- Design Thinking (IDEO U)
- Continuous Innovation Coaching (LEANSTACK)
- Agile Portfolio and Program Management (UPS)1
Professional Experience
Thomas has a diverse career spanning multiple industries and roles:
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Head of Global Trade at Passport (January 2021 - Present): He helps brands navigate cross-border challenges to reach new customers in new markets.2
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Advisor at AccenTrade (January 2018 - Present): Provides global trade advisory services to Direct-to-Consumer brands.12
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New Product Development at UPS (2010 - October 2019): Led project teams in innovating and creating new service offerings, focusing on international shipping, customs brokerage, and cross-border e-commerce.2
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Previous roles: Foreign Service Officer at U.S. Department of State, Senior Consultant at BAE Systems, and positions at CaribShopper, Georgia State University, and ExxonMobil.
Expertise and Focus
Thomas specializes in:
- Simplifying international shipping and global trade for direct-to-consumer brands
- Developing new service offerings for high-growth startups
- Improving existing processes and creating profitable business models
- Helping e-commerce brands solve challenges related to starting, sourcing, selling, shipping, and scaling internationally2
As an innovation leader, product development executive, global strategist, and startup advisor, Thomas leverages his extensive network and expertise to help clients overcome international trade and transportation challenges.2
