Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) Certification Program Testimonials

What CCSs are saying about the CCS Certification Program? 

"Having the CCS designation after my name opens up conversations when I am asked what CCS is. More than the brokers license, which only requires the one time testing and background check, CCS requires current study and action in industry related seminars, conferences and activities – current education and current action, not past laurels."
Mark R Dawson, LCB, CCS, Customs Compliance, Hankyu International Transport ( USA ), Inc.

"It made me more aware of day to day tasks and given me a better understanding of the requirements and the U.S. Customs regulations."                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Jessica Foltz, CCS, A & A Contract Customs Brokers USA Inc.  

"As put by Vince Lombardi:  Get back to the basics – this is a football.  The CCS program helps me as there are times that we all need to go back to Brokerage 101.  As things change we sometime forget and the program helps us to review things from the beginning."
Donna M. Mullins, CCS, President, Alpha Sun International, Inc.

"I Love It”
Joe Trulik, CCS, FedEx Trade Networks Transport & Brokerage, Inc.

“The CCS certification adds an extra measure of credibility when dealing with Customs issues or when being introduced as a speaker at conferences."
Bruce H. Leeds, LCB, CCS, Senior Export/Import Advisor, The Boeing Company

“The CCS program for the United States has opened my eyes as to both the similarities of the two countries programs as well the significant differences in how we transmit/account for shipments and the releasing of goods for consumption. I have been involved with the CCS program in Canada long since before the change over from the CSCB program and it has benefitted myself and our company in attracting a level of clients that most Customs Brokers hope for. With the inclusion of the United States CCS designation we are attracting more NRI customers on the import customs side as well, our Canadian customers appreciate the fact that they are dealing with Certified Customs Specialists on southbound traffic in these day of 100% compliance.”
Brian .A. Stammers, CCS (Canada/USA), Service Coordinator, Schenker of Canada Ltd.

"The CCS program enables me to remain current in issues relating to our industry.  The knowledge gained from continued education, in the broker world, is Priceless!!"
Kathy Murray, LCB, CCS, Assistant Vice President, OHL

"From a "Canadian" perspective the CCS program provides an in depth knowledge base for CBP issues and initiatives. Which is very important from a Canadian aspect since many of our CBSA initiatives are based and modeled around CBP programs.”
Steve Bunda, CCS, Manager Customs, Expeditors

"The CCS Program has broadened my industry knowledge therefore better enabling me to respond to customer questions and also to plan for the future by keeping abreast of future changes.”
Matthew Stiles, CCS, FedEx Trade Networks Transport & Brokerage, Inc.

“The CCS Program has been instrumental in expanding my knowledge in the import industry, which allows me the opportunities to support my peers and customers daily with relevant, up-to-date and valuable information. I am able to work more independently and continue to develop the professional skills required to stay educated in this ever-changing field.”
Marybeth Tervo-McDonald, CCS, GPRD Financial Analyst and Customs Site Coordinator, ABBOTT

“I see the value of the CCS program in the continuing education it requires of my staff and me. This keeps them on top of the myriad of changes that are occurring in our industry on a daily basis. It increases our professionalism by increasing our knowledge base.”
Lee Hardeman, CHB, CCS, CPIM, President, Lee Hardeman Customs Broker, Inc.

"My customers have come to expect me to keep up with the latest programs,procedures and policies issued by CBP and other Government Agencies affecting their business. The classes and seminars offered by the National Association help me to stay on top of the ever changing world of imports, and the CCS certification process is a way to show my customers that I am continuing my education."
Gena Lawwill, LCB, CCS, Branch Manager, Alliance Customs Clearance Inc.

"The CCS program is very valuable to me in that I had not been in day-to-day operations for over 7 yrs and it has helped me to regain the knowledge that had changed in the industry.  It also "forces" me to get the training that I need to be successful as well as keeps me updated in this ever changing environment of international trade."
Theresa Fletcher, CCS, Import Manager, Jarvis International Freight, Inc.

"The CCS program helps keep me current with operational issues."
David A. Rice, CCS, President & CEO, Dartrans, Inc.

"I believe that there is value in the CCS program, and it gives you a competitive edge in performing your duties as a CHB.  Whether the subject is PMS, ISF, ACE or FDA, this program content keeps you informed and reinforces details and updates to programs in place making it a valuable tool.”
Sue Denbow, CCS, CHB, Analyst - CSA Regulatory Compliance, BDP International Inc.

"The key to success in this industry is a SOLID educational foundation, and to retain that, an equally SOLID continuous education is essential.  The CCS program is like a “cool drink of water on a hot day”, a well needed refresher to remind us of what our responsibilities are and how to uphold and maintain the guidelines in which this industry is based upon."

Sun Kim, CCS, NYK Logistics (Americas) Inc.