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ITAR 2008

Complying with ITAR

Complying with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) in the Invigorated Post-9/11 Enforcement Environment

We invite you to participate in this full day seminar at the Ayres Hotel in Hawthorne/ Manhattan Beach.   This event is jointly sponsored by JP Morgan and the law firm of McKenna Long & Aldridge LLP. 

WHEN: Wednesday, July 30th 
TIME: 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
WHERE: Ayres Hotel
14400 Hindry Ave
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(at the 405 FWY and Rosecrans Ave.)
Fee: $295 - Includes continental breakfast and full lunch

The seminar will detail key issues related to ITAR regulations and the increased enforcement of trade policies. Topics of discussion include:

  • An overview of U.S. export controls: the players, policies and processes
  • Insight into minimizing exposure, liability, and risk for you and your organization
  • A fresh perspective on ethics in trade compliance and why it’s so important
  • A hands-on understanding of jurisdiction and the critical importance of getting it right
  • Hot topics including changes & trends at the State Department, brokering, voluntary disclosures, D-trade, third-country/dual-nationals, merger & acquisition due diligence and much more…
  • An industry panel on best practices and how to successfully navigate the ITAR minefield
  • An enforcement update and the latest consequences of non-compliance with lessons learned

You should attend this seminar if:

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You think your company’s exports and imports aren’t regulated by the ITAR
· You’re uncertain if your company’s exports and imports are regulated by the ITAR
· You’re certain your company’s exports and imports are regulated by the ITAR

ADDITIONAL OPTION: Speakers from the seminar will be offering a FREE one-hour ITAR consulting appointments on a first come first served basis. These appointments will be on Thursday, July 31, 2008.  To register or for more information, contact:

Delia Valdivia
International Trade Specialist  
US Commercial Service-West Los Angeles
11150 W. Olympic Blvd., Ste. 975
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Tel: 310-235-7203
Email: delia.valdivia@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov  

Amy Magat
International Trade Specialist
US Commercial Service-Downtown Los Angeles
444 S. Flower St., 34th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90071
Tel: 213-894-3966
Email: amy.magat@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

To register, click here

No refunds after July 25th

Note: This seminar is approved to get 1.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) toward required IIEI certification requirements.