47: The Trade Nerd's Triumph: Amy Morgan on the Power of Compliance Intelligence in Supply Chain
- She Supply Chains Podcast
- Oct 6
- 2 min read
What if trade compliance wasn’t just about rules—but about reimagining how global trade works?
In this episode, we sit down with Amy Morgan, a leader in global trade compliance and current executive at Altana, to explore how technology and transparency are reshaping the future of supply chains. With a career spanning roles at Nordstrom, Costco, and Amazon, Amy brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to a space often misunderstood as purely regulatory. She challenges the notion of compliance as a “box-checking exercise,” instead positioning it as a strategic driver of innovation, resilience, and trust in global trade.
Amy shares how AI technology and tools like product passports are unlocking new ways for companies to gain visibility across their supply chains—making trade more transparent and sustainable. But beyond the tech, Amy emphasizes that progress starts with people: collaboration between public and private sectors, curiosity-driven leadership, and a commitment to empowering others. Her philosophy—rooted in curiosity, backbone, and service—shows how effective leadership blends problem-solving with empathy and courage.
From navigating complex regulations to mentoring the next generation of trade professionals, Amy’s story is both deeply practical and profoundly human. She reminds us that trade is less about rigid rules and more about solving puzzles that connect people, businesses, and communities across the globe.
In this episode, we discuss:
(05:35) The Role of Trade Compliance in Global Trade
(11:50) Challenges in Global Trade Today
(20:33) Innovative Approaches to Trade Compliance
(25:22) The Future of Trade with AI Technology
(25:29) Introduction to Altana and Its Innovations
(26:29) The Living Product Network and Product Passports
(29:12) Leadership Philosophy: Curiosity, Backbone, and Service
(39:17) Community Involvement and Personal Passions
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