Pete is a director with Baker Tilly’s global trade management services.

Pete is a licensed Customs House Broker and a widely recognized voice in global trade, customs and duty minimization strategy. As director of global trade advisory at Baker Tilly, he helps companies identify savings, reduce risk and design efficient, defensible trade compliance programs.

With more than three decades of experience, including senior leadership roles in major logistics and advisory firms, Pete brings a rare combination of operational depth and strategic perspective. His expertise spans customs operations, transfer pricing alignment for importers, audit defense, trade tax integration, valuation, cargo security and global supply chain risk.

Pete holds a master’s degree in government with a concentration in trade theory from Harvard University, a Ph.D. in customs and economics from the University of Durham in the UK and completed his undergraduate studies at Maine Maritime Academy where he served five terms as a member of the advisory board. Known for his engaging, insightful speaking style, he translates complex global trade issues into clear, practical guidance for executives, compliance teams and industry audiences worldwide.