Leigh Glazer
About Leigh Glazer
Leigh Glazer is the Director at THYSSENKRUPP NORTH AMERICA, INC. in the Greater Detroit Area, with over 25 years of experience in international trade and customs compliance.
Current Role at THYSSENKRUPP NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Leigh Glazer is currently serving as the Director at THYSSENKRUPP NORTH AMERICA, INC. in the Greater Detroit Area. Since March 2017, they have been responsible for Customs & Export Control. In this capacity, they ensure that the company adheres to international trade regulations, manages trade compliance, and oversees export control processes to maintain regulatory standards.
Previous Role at ThyssenKrupp Steel NA Inc.
Prior to the current role, Leigh Glazer had an extensive tenure at ThyssenKrupp Steel NA Inc., where they served as the Manager in Customs Compliance/Trade Affairs. They worked for nearly 18 years, from 1999 to 2017. During this period, they managed customs compliance and trade operations, which contributed significantly to the company's adherence to international trade policies.
Experience at Barnes, Richardson & Colburn
Leigh Glazer worked as an International Trade Analyst at Barnes, Richardson & Colburn from 1998 to 1999, for a period of 1 year. In this role, they focused on analyzing international trade regulations and policies, providing insights to support compliance strategies for clients. This experience helped in further developing a comprehensive understanding of global trade laws.
Early Career at Russell A. Farrow (US) Inc.
Leigh Glazer began their career as an Import Coordinator at Russell A. Farrow (US) Inc., where they worked from 1996 to 1998 for 2 years. In this role, they were responsible for coordinating import operations and ensuring the smooth processing of shipments in adherence to customs regulations. This initial role laid the groundwork for their future in international trade and customs compliance.
Educational Background
Leigh Glazer holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Science from Michigan State University, where they studied from 1987 to 1991. This educational foundation provided a broad understanding of social systems and processes, which has been beneficial in their career specializing in international trade and customs compliance.