By Kristi Ellis and Arthur Friedman
Michael Singer, vice president of customs compliance at Macy’s and chairman of the U.S. Fashion Industry Association, said, “I do see some opportunities believe it or not, and I had to struggle really hard to come up with something positive. From the regulatory basis, there may be an opportunity” for some easing of government laws and mandates.
“One of the key issues we now face is how the administration and Congress will handle trade issues in 2017,” Singer said. “We all know how important trade and the access to world markets is in our ability to provide our customers the choices and products they expected, and yet there is no doubt the protectionist sentiment in our country is at historic levels. USFIA will be doing our best to make sure that this remains a top priority and we clearly communicate the importance and benefit of trade to U.S. consumers and the U.S. economy.”