‘Chaos created by uncertainty.’ Tariffs hit a company that lights Hollywood — and Congress

Jim Sanfilippo, a small-business owner designing high-wattage LED lights for various productions, faces uncertainty due to Trump's tariffs. His company, Nila, supplies parts worth millions, affected by 145% tariffs on Chinese goods and retaliatory measures from other countries. He is actively planning international manufacturing in Mexico and expanding his consulting business to aid energy reduction efforts. Despite challenges, he maintains sufficient stock for smaller projects while preparing for potential multimillion-dollar project disruptions.