Recovering Empowered Officials: A Day in the Life REGISTRATION IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Webinar Panel: Debi Davis, Moderator (Davis ITC); Andrew Booth (Sierra Nevada Corporation); Steve Casazza (Defense Trade Solutions); Ashley Farhat (HRL Laboratories); Greg Hill (Leonardo DRS) NCBFAA/NEI Credits: 1.5 CES/MES The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) places significant responsibilities on individuals designated as empowered o...

Join us for an insightful webinar on mastering International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) agreements – Technical Assistance Agreements (TAAs), Manufacturing License Agreements (MLAs), Warehouse and Distribution Agreements (WDAs), and associated amendments. In this session, we will delve into the intricacies of ITAR agreements, offering expert guidance and pro tips to ensure compliance and success in navigating the complex landscape...

U.S. Customs is ramping up its enforcement activity. If you have ever been selected for CBP’s focused assessment (commonly referred to as a customs audit), you know that it is a stressful, cumbersome, and often expensive process. This webinar will explain all the risk areas that Customs looks for in an audit, as well as the best practices you should adopt to successfully prepare for a customs audit. We will also discuss how your company...

In today's globalized business landscape, adherence to export compliance is paramount, and meticulous recordkeeping plays a pivotal role in ensuring regulatory compliance. Join former regulators Candace Goforth and Tony Dearth as they review the recordkeeping requirements of the ITAR and provide benchmarking information and tips on establishing a robust recordkeeping infrastructure for U.S. and non-U.S. entities of any size. The program will c...

Emerging Technologies Update New and Recently Revised U.S. Export Controls This webinar will cover U.S. export controls that are targeting cutting-edge technologies in multiple areas. The Commerce Department is required by law to maintain a list of such technologies and to put controls on in certain cases, even if the technology is available in other countries that don’t have such controls. As we intend to make this program as timely as...

U.S. EXPORT CONTROLS ON SEMICONDUCTORS How U.S. Export Controls on Electronic Components Require Enhanced Due Diligence The semiconductor ecosystem had a shock in October 2022 when the Commerce Department published final rules that impact all parties in the semiconductor supply chain. Designed primarily to inhibit China’s capacity to develop advanced semiconductor technology, the rules have a significant impact on U.S.-based, and non-U.S...

U.S. export controls on hardware and software using encryption remain one of the areas that can confound even the most experienced export compliance practitioner. This webinar will go through the basics of classifying items that could fall within Category 5 Part II of the Commerce Control List. We will also review export licensing requirements for these items, including NLR and License Exception ENC. Designed for individuals with a working kno...

CBP Prior Disclosure: Mitigating Importer Liability MAY 11, 2023 | 10:30 a.m. EDT Filing prior disclosures to Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a critical tool that importers can deploy when and if violations of import regulations are discovered. Material errors and omissions can occur despite an importer’s best efforts to be compliant. When used properly, a disclosure may significantly reduce penalty exposure and demonstrate reason...

Technology Export Controls: How U.S. export rules on telecommunications, computers, semiconductors, and cloud services impact your business SPEAKER: FELICE LAIRD | TRADE COMPLIANCE CONSULTANT, AUDITOR, AND EDUCATOR This 60-minute webinar will provide a high-level overview and action plan for U.S. and multinational companies that make or use telecommunications hardware and software, general purpose computers and servers, high performance compu...

This webinar will take a deep dive into the State Department's recently published ITAR Compliance Program Guidelines and their prescription for a healthy, risk-based trade compliance program that keeps pace with the daily business developments of an organization. We will discuss three key principles common to all trade compliance programs: No two companies are alike, so each company’s compliance program should address its unique business...