Kerry Lawrence

Executive Director, Trade & Customs

KPMG in Canada

Kerry is an Executive Director in our GTA Trade and Customs practice. With over 30 years of experience, Kerry has a diverse background working with large importers, customs brokerage consulting, duty recovery, and compliance.

Kerry is a highly skilled professional focused on providing businesses with comprehensive customs duty recovery solutions. She helps clients in reducing landed costs, navigating complex trade regulations, advising on duty deferral opportunities, and offering practical compliance solutions. Her extensive experience spans various industries, including retail, entertainment, recreation, food, manufacturing, and wholesale, and she supports businesses from small to medium-sized enterprises all the way to Fortune 100 companies.

In addition to her practical expertise, Kerry has served as a former instructor for the Customs Procedures program at the University of Toronto.

  • Automotive
  • Customs, Trade and Excise Duties
  • Energy and Natural Resources
  • Food, Drink and Consumer Goods
  • Indirect Tax
  • Industrial Manufacturing
  • Supply chain effectiveness
  • Supply chain transformation

  • London Institute for Business Management

  • CICA In-Depth Customs Duty and International Trade Course

  • CICA In-Depth Commodity Tax Course

  • Qualified Status with the Canada Border Services Agency

  • Qualified Exam under the Customs Brokers Licensing Regulations Act

  • Certified Trade Compliance Specialist (CTCS) - Canadian Society of Customs Brokers

  • Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) - Canadian Society of Customs Brokers

  • Active supporter to local animal shelters and sanctuaries

  • Volunteer at Etobicoke Humane Society and Oakville Milton Humane Society, helping with adoption programs, fundraising events, emergency calls, and office administrative duties