Forward-Thinking, Results-Oriented, Solution-Driven Achiever Energetic and dependable contributor with technical prowess, proven leadership, highly developed communication skills with 25+ years of import / export experience. Innovative, resourceful and inventive. Identify opportunities and consistently achieve objectives. Extensive experience in creating effective global trade compliance teams and strategies that deliver significant savings from participation in various duty/trade preferential treatment programs including but not limited to NAFTA, GSP, US-IL. Strong service orientation with ability to integrate sourcing, marketing, buying and selling strategies and alliance building techniques into existing global business plans. Implement new ideas with enthusiasm.

VP Global Trade Management & Compliance @ Develop Strategic Global Trade Compliance Policies in line with Corporate Goals and Objectives in order to support Profitable Growth and maintain Supply Chain Speed My key strengths include analytical thinking, detail-oriented and strong organizational skills. Highly capable to communicate at a Global level with diverse cultures and resolve conflicts by way of collaboration and good listening skills. Strong skills in problem solving, capable of thinking beyond status quo in regards to technology and systems with a firm understanding of continuous improvement. Extremely skilled in Import / Export regulations with a strong integrated Trade Compliance and International Operations background. From 1999 to Present (16 years) Director, Global Trade Compliance @ From 1999 to 2010 (11 years) Director, Global Trade Compliance/Int'l Freight @ From 1999 to 2008 (9 years) Director, Global Trade Compliance/Int'l Freight @ From 1999 to 2008 (9 years) Director, Sourcing Operations @ From 1992 to 1999 (7 years)

Master of Business Administration (MBA), Int'l Business @ University of New Haven From 1996 to 2001 BS, Business @ Central Connecticut State University From 1976 to 1981 Yolanda Costantini is skilled in: Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Customs Regulations, Transportation, International Trade, C-TPAT, Trade Compliance