SIIA’s Executive Spotlight Series provides a look into some of the most successful executives in our industry. Hear how many of them got to where they are today, what is shaping their businesses and the industry today, and special advice they would give to others trying to grow a successful company.

I recently sat down with Mel Schwechter, Partner, Baker Hostetler. Mel has more than 30 years of experience handling complex international trade legal matters. He is well-known and respected in the business and legal communities, and provides practical, seasoned advice for clients in order to achieve sought-after results regarding export controls, trade, economic and financial sanctions and embargoes, customs, and related matters.

View the full interview in its entirety below.

Rhianna Collier is VP for the Software Division at SIIA. Follow the Software team on Twitter at @SIIASoftware.