Kelli R. Thompson —
Global Customs & International Trade Advisor
Licensed Customs Broker
Certified Customs Specialist
Expert Witness
International Trade Instructor
Core Expertise
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Trade Compliance & Facilitation
Helping businesses streamline cross-border trade while staying compliant with U.S. and international customs laws.
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International Customs Advisory
Advising governments and organizations on best practices to modernize customs administrations and improve trade facilitation.
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HTS Classification, Valuation & Rules of Origin
Guiding importers through accurate tariff classification, valuation, and origin determinations to avoid costly penalties.
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Anti-Dumping & Countervailing Duties (AD/CVD)
Supporting companies in navigating AD/CVD regulations and defending against improper enforcement actions
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Free Trade Agreement Verification
Ensuring businesses maximize trade benefits while maintaining compliance with FTA rules and documentation requirements.
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Expert Witness Testimony
Providing credible, trial-certified testimony in high-profile customs and trade litigation cases.
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Executive & Technical Training
Delivering tailored workshops and courses to equip leaders, employees, and regulators with practical customs knowledge.
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Strategic Thinking & Policy Development
Partnering with stakeholders to design forward-looking trade policies that balance compliance with global growth.
About
Kelli Thompson is a highly respected international trade and customs advisor with more than 18 years of experience guiding organizations, governments, and Fortune 500 companies through the complexities of global trade.
As a Licensed Customs Broker and Certified Customs Specialist, she has worked at the highest levels of both public and private sectors. Kelli began her career with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Supervisory Import Specialist and later served as a Customs Advisor with the U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of Technical Assistance, supporting customs administrations across Africa, Latin America, and beyond.
Today, as CEO of Kelli R. Thompson LLC and Integrity International Trade Consulting LLC, she helps businesses navigate import compliance, classification, valuation, free trade agreements, rules of origin, and intellectual property rights, while delivering international training and expert witness testimony.
Notable Achievements
Expert Witness - $26 Million Judgement
Trial Certified in high-profile customs fraud and anti-dumping cases, including U.S. v. Vandewater International Inc., a $26M judgment.
Trusted Trainer
Developed training programs for newly hired import specialists across the U.S.
Global Recognition
Featured in World Customs Organization News Magazine.
Awarded Excellence
Multiple performance awards from U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Testimonials
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Sarah Chel
CEO of TechGrowz Solutions
"Jay's strategic approach and deep understanding of digital marketing transformed our online presence."
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Janine Fox
CloudSov Solutions
"Jay's strategic approach and deep understanding of digital marketing transformed our online presence."
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Joe Harris
SmileBright Dental
"Jay's strategic approach and deep understanding of digital marketing transformed our online presence."
Credentials
U.S. Licensed Customs Broker
Certified Customs Specialist
Graduate, World Customs Organization Knowledge Academy
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