ITAR for Empowered Officials

This event qualifies for:

2 LCB CE

This advanced ITAR training course is designed specifically for empowered officials (EOs) and offers a comprehensive exploration of the provisions and requirements of various export control statutes and regulations, with a specific focus on ITAR. The instructor talks on the criminal and civil liabilities, as well as the administrative penalties associated with violating the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) and ITAR. This course goes beyond the basics, providing a detailed review of recent developments and regulatory changes in the field of ITAR, while also featuring a dedicated section on enforcement actions to enhance your understanding and compliance.

I. Empowered Official Responsibilities 

II.ITAR Registration Updates 

III. USML Updates (2024-2026)

IV. Regulatory Changes 

V. Proposed Rules 

VI. Licensing Process Modernization 

VII. Enforcement Actions & Penalties 


DDTC’s ITAR Compliance Program (ICP) Guidelines identify Element 5: Training as a critical component of an effective ICP.

Speaker Details

George W. Thompson

George W. Thompson is an international trade attorney specializing in export/import regulation, customs compliance, trade remedies, and international business counseling. He advises domestic and foreign corporations across industries including aerospace, automotive, chemicals, electronics, food and agriculture, and consumer goods.

His practice covers antidumping and countervailing duty cases before the Commerce Department and International Trade Commission, customs classification, FTA qualification, valuation, drawback, and penalty matters. He also handles product origin issues under the Buy American Act, Trade Agreements Act, and FTC labeling requirements.

On the export controls side, Thompson provides full-service representation under State, Commerce, and Treasury Department regulations — including USML classifications, license applications, technology control plans, and enforcement proceedings. He has helped companies ranging from Fortune 500 firms to sole proprietorships build and maintain export compliance programs.

Prior to private practice, he served in the Office of General Counsel at the U.S. International Trade Commission (1987–1993), represented the U.S. before GATT, and provided legal assistance to the U.S. Trade Representative.

Event Topic

Aerospace, Defense, Risk Management/Regulatory

Relevant Audiences

All Private Sector, All Government Contractors, All Public Sector
ITAR for Empowered Officials
Event Type
Virtual / Online
Event Subtype
Webinar / Webcast
When
Mon, Jul 13, 2026 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am CT
Registration Cost

ITAR for Empowered Officials :

$ 295.00

Register by 09/09/2026


ITAR for Empowered Officials :

$ 295.00

Register by 11/08/2026

Website
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Organizer
Global Training Center
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