The Allied Advisors Podcast
The Allied Advisors Podcast is designed for mid-market manufacturers looking to scale and sharpen their competitive edge. Each episode features in-depth conversations with lean manufacturing experts and top-performing manufacturing executives who share proven strategies, hard-earned lessons, and real-world success stories. Our goal is simple: every listener walks away with practical insights they can apply immediately to drive growth, improve efficiency, and lead their teams more effectively.
The Allied Advisors Podcast
Tariffs, Trade Wars, and Supply Chain Resilience: How Mid-Market Manufacturers Can Adapt with Dan Krouse
In this episode of The Allied Advisors Podcast, Justin Goethe sits down with Dan Krouse — founder and principal of a leading supply chain analytics consulting firm — to unpack one of the most complex issues facing manufacturers today: tariffs and trade policy.
With over 30 years of global supply chain leadership at Hallmark, including time spent in Asia during the early days of China’s industrial rise, Dan brings a rare, seasoned perspective to the table. Together, he and Justin explore:
- How shifting tariff policies and geopolitical tensions are reshaping global trade
- Why mid-market manufacturers must treat tariff strategy as an operational issue, not just a financial one
- Practical ways to build supply chain resilience — from diversification and scenario planning to dual-sourcing and design-for-tariff thinking
- The hidden importance of keeping tariff strategy a C-suite conversation
Dan also breaks down how leaders can assess their organization’s maturity level when managing tariff risk and what steps they can take in the next 30–90 days to strengthen their competitive position.
Whether you’re a CEO, supply chain executive, or manufacturing leader, this episode will help you navigate the uncertainty of global trade — and uncover opportunities hidden within it.
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Email - daniel.krouse35@gmail.com