Seminar Information: Too often importers expect their brokers to do all of the work when it comes to the importing process. Unfortunately the broker is NOT a tax advisor. Any errors they make could result in penalties for you, the importer. Learn the key compliance elements of importing, classification, valuation, country of origin duty payment and record keeping. Learn also how to decipher those cryptic forms your broker supplies to you. Regi...

Seminar Information: Exporting may be the best way to grow your business. But you won’t grow your business with incorrect documentation that may results in fees, fines or unexpected costs. Our class will help generate accurate export documents, help you navigate the maze of regulations and help you implement procedures to verify your shipment is compliant. Basically, this course will help you create a successful export program. This popu...

Seminar Information: NAFTA & USMCA updates. Learn whether your product should be shipped under the NAFTA Rules. Learn the rules to qualify and classify your goods under the NAFTA Agreement and review in detail the NAFTA Certificate of Origin Document. This seminar prepares a company for shipping into Mexico and Canada under the NAFTA rules, correctly complete and maintain the proper documentation to take advantage of the reduced tariffs un...

Seminar Information: Tariff Classification using HTSUS and Schedule B. This class is for importers and exporters. The classification and valuation of goods must be done correctly for a successful international trade transaction. If you classify or value your products incorrectly, your shipment may not reach its destination, and/or you may be subjected to severe penalties. You will also learn how to determine whether goods are subject to quotas...

Seminar Information: Does your staff understand the "terms of sale" of your international transactions? It is critical to comprehend the seller and buyer's rights and obligations with respect to the shipping or transportation of goods. Take this class to understand who is responsible for insurance and when transfer of risk moves from the Seller to the Buyer. Learn the different meaning between domestic and international terms. One of our most...

In an effort to support resiliency and keep risk management efforts focused on supply chains, the Department of Homeland Security, National Protection and Programs Directorate, has developed a series of supply chain security workshops sponsored by the Critical Manufacturing Sector. A Unique Training Opportunity This workshop will enhance the security and resilience of owners and operators, targeting the needs of small and medium business, but...

The Department of Veterans Affairs is hosting this event on August 15-18th, 2011, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana being assisted by Halfaker and Associates LLC. The largest nationwide conference of its kind, the National Veteran Small Business Conference provides Veteran-Owned and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs and SDVOSBs) an opportunity to learn, network and market their businesses....