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Tariffs & IEEPA Explained: Debbie Merrick on CCCT Podcast

42 min · 6 de may de 2026
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On this episode of Commercial Construction Coffee Talk (CCCT), we sit down with Debbie Merrick of DM Business Advisors to break down one of the most pressing issues impacting today’s business environment—tariffs and the use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). As global trade policies continue to shift, understanding how tariffs are implemented—and how IEEPA can influence economic decisions—has become critical for companies across the commercial construction, manufacturing and supply chain sectors. Debbie shares insight into how these policies affect costs, sourcing strategies, project planning and overall business operations. More importantly, she explains how companies can adapt by leveraging the right strategies, specialists and programs to stay competitive in a rapidly changing economic landscape. If you are a contractor, developer, manufacturer or business leader trying to navigate rising costs, supply chain disruptions and regulatory uncertainty, this episode offers valuable perspective and practical guidance. Tariff IEEPA Refund Assistance Link:  https://tariffrefundfile.com/dc Website https://dmbusinessadvisors.com Industry Business Consulting and Services Company size 2-10 employees 2 associated members LinkedIn members who’ve listed DM Business Advisors as their current workplace on their profile. Headquarters Phoenix, Arizona 👇 Connect & Support Like 👍 | Comment 💬 | Share 🔁 | Subscribe 🔔 👉 Subscribe to get new motivation, insight, and leadership wisdom every day. https://www.youtube.com/@commercialconstructionreno1615 ▶️ Watch Related Videos 🔹 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OUk7csM0z1E 🔹 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XLeYq73eGlc&t=33s ► Website: https://ccr-mag.com ► Instagram: https://instagram.com/ccr.magazine ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/ccrmag ► Facebook: https://facebook.com/ccrmagazine ► LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/commercial-construction-renovation/ #️⃣🔥Hashtag: #tariffs  #ieepa   #tradepolicy   #commercialconstruction   #supplychain   #constructionindustry    #businessstrategy    #economicpolicy    #manufacturing    #globaltrade    #costmanagement   #developers   #contractors  #aecindustry   #businessconsulting   #leadership   #ccct   #ccrmagazine

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