Rachel Dean
About Rachel Dean
Rachel Dean is a Business Development Manager at Flexport, specializing in Customs & Trade Management, with over 15 years of experience in customs brokerage and trade management.
Current Role at Flexport
Rachel Dean is currently serving as the Business Development Manager, Customs & Trade Management at Flexport. In this role, she leverages her extensive experience in customs brokerage and trade management to drive business development strategies. Her legal background and robust understanding of international trade regulations play crucial roles in her day-to-day responsibilities.
Previous Experience at DSV
Rachel Dean worked at DSV as the Customs Brokerage Manager LCB CCS JD from 2012 to 2022. In her decade-long tenure, she was responsible for overseeing customs brokerage operations. Her role required a deep understanding of customs regulations and effective management of associated processes. This extensive experience bolstered her expertise in trade compliance and operational efficiency.
Legal Experience
Rachel Dean has a solid legal background, having worked as an Attorney Document Review at Baker, Sterchi, Cowden, and Rice from 2005 to 2009, and briefly as a Law Clerk in 2005. She was admitted to the Kansas Bar in September 2007, allowing her to practice law in Kansas. This legal foundation contributes significantly to her current role in customs and trade management.
Educational Background
Rachel Dean holds a juris doctorate from the University of Kansas School of Law, where she focused on International Trade and Finance. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, majoring in Political Science and Spanish & Hispanic Studies. Her educational background provides a strong foundation in both the legal and business aspects of international trade.
Customs Brokerage and Trade Management Expertise
Rachel Dean's career includes over 15 years of experience in customs brokerage and trade management, spanning roles at Phoenix International and Sprint, among others. She holds a Customs Broker License, a specialized certification in her field. This combination of practical experience and certification underscores her expertise in managing complex customs and trade operations.