This webinar will provide an overview of hot topics concerning supply chain due diligence, import compliance challenges, and tariff mitigation strategies especially in light of the incoming presidential Administration's focus on higher tariffs. These days, all supply chains are global, and failure to anticipate U.S. regulatory requirements can lead to unsustainable tariff costs, delivery delays and even seizures of merchandise. Learn about the U.S. trade regulations that can have a significant impact on your supply chain. Persons who would benefit from this webinar, include, but are not limited to, business executives, contracting specialists/administrators, project managers, purchasing specialists, import and export compliance officers, logistics personnel, and legal and financial advisors. With this knowledge, you will be better equipped to employ due diligence and spot or identify potential supply chain and international trade compliance risks. The webinar will conclude with a 15-minute Q&A session to address any questions. Learning Objectives:  Primer on U.S. customs and import tariff laws and regulations, and discussion of potential strategies for mitigating tariffs under the new Administration  Brief overview of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) and other forced labor laws  Country of origin issues, including those affecting government procurement and FTC Made in USA rules  U.S. controls and sanctions, e.g., against Russia and China, and how these restrictions impact supply chains  Compliance best practices and tools for diving deeper into supply chain due diligence and mitigating costly risks

U.S. export controls have shifted rapidly in the last few years, and more changes are expected under the Trump Administration. This webinar will assist you in understanding fundamental concepts related to U.S. export controls under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Attendees will learn how to spot or identify potential ITAR and EAR compliance risks and will gain an understanding of basic compliance practices and tools for mitigating such risks, including a discussion of potential priorities under the incoming Administration. Learning Objectives: 1. Overview of U.S. Export Controls including (i) relevant agencies and regulations, (ii) basic terminology and buzz words, and (ii) consequences of non-compliance including examples. 2. Basic Concepts for Identifying Risk including (i) export jurisdiction and classification (the Order of Review), (ii) technical data and deemed exports, (iii) prohibited destinations, end users, and end uses; (iv) ITAR registration and ITAR/EAR licensing requirements. 3. Compliance Practices and Tools for Mitigating Risk such as (i) implementing an effective compliance program; (ii) utilizing commodity jurisdiction and classification determinations; (iii) screening and due diligence; (iv) voluntary self disclosures, (v) training and staying up to date. 4. Key Export Control Areas to Watch under the new Administration including an initial assessment of export control related priorities.