This week on AIBF Business Talk, Elaine Carroll, AIBF CEO, chats with Robert Hardy, founder of EORI (UK). EORI (UK) specialises in handling customs formalities, allowing businesses to focus on growth across international markets. 🌍

EORI (UK) operates the Customs Clearance Consortium, a specialist agency addressing the increased transaction volume post-Brexit. Customs estimate an additional 200+ million declarations and over 150,000 traders unfamiliar with new processes. 📈

Hardy shares that their goal was to manage customs formalities arising from Brexit, ensuring smooth Northern Ireland flows within political constraints. Initially providing advice, they realised the need for a reliable customs agent, leading to their involvement in the market. 📊

Brexit significantly increased customs declarations in Ireland, highlighting a lack of growth and innovation in the sector. EORI (UK) aims to simplify customs processes, emphasising data flow to ensure seamless trade across borders. 🌐

Hardy, who has Irish roots, stresses the importance of understanding data in business, as seen in their approach to identifying potential export markets through duty rates. This method helps businesses spot opportunities and trends, facilitating smoother international trade. 📈

For aspiring entrepreneurs, Hardy advises embracing failure and learning from it. He also emphasises self-care and persistence, recounting EORI (UK)'s journey from uncertainty pre-Brexit to a thriving business today. Hardy has been honoured as the UK-Irish Business Person of the Year by the AIBF, highlighting his contributions and success. 🌟

Don’t miss out on this enlightening conversation with Robert Hardy. Tune in now for invaluable insights!