UPDATE - Navigating the Canada Post Strike: What e-Tailers Need to Know

UPDATE - Navigating the Canada Post Strike: What e-Tailers Need to Know

Author: Asendia USA October 14, 2025 Duration: 14:57

In this special update, co-hosts Nick Agnetti and Jason Rowland with guest Mike Lorentzen, Senior Director Enterprise Sales at Asendia USA, break down the ongoing Canada Post labor disruptions. While a phased reopening is currently underway, delivery backlogs and rolling strikes in certain areas continue to affect shipments. The panel discusses the uncertainty around potential future strikes and alternative shipping solutions to help businesses bypass delays. Listeners will gain practical insights on navigating shipping disruptions, mitigating duties and taxes, and keeping cross-border e-commerce on track despite labor and operational challenges.

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Mike Lorentzen, CSCP, serves as Senior Director of Enterprise Sales at Asendia USA, where he leads strategic initiatives to advance the company’s positioning in the global e-commerce logistics sector. Over the course of his career, Mike has established himself as a results-driven sales and business development executive with deep expertise in cross-border commerce. He combines his logistical insight and enterprise sales acumen to help brands scale internationally, optimizing their operations to better serve customers across borders.

At Asendia USA, Mike is charged with guiding enterprise-level accounts through complex international shipping challenges, aligning logistics capabilities with revenue goals, and building long-term partnerships grounded in trust and performance. His expertise ensures that customer experience remains competitive and forward-looking. Mike is also active in thought leadership within the global e-commerce space, publishing insights on how trends like country-of-origin disclosure impact profitability and emerging markets affect cross-border growth.

With a certification in Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) and a demonstrated track record of aligning commercial objectives with operational rigor, Mike continues to drive Asendia’s growth across North American markets and support brands navigating the complexities of international logistics.


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