The Bureau of Industry and Security
and The Trade Development Alliance of Greater Seattle
Presents
"Complying with U.S. Export Controls"
June 11-12, 2015
Seattle, Washington
This two-day program is led by BIS's professional counseling staff and provides an in-depth examination of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The program will cover the information exporters need to know to comply with U.S. export control requirements on commercial goods. We will focus on what items and activities are subject to the EAR; steps to take to determine the export licensing requirements for your item; how to determine your export control classification number (ECCN); when you can export or reexport without applying for a license; export clearance procedures and record keeping requirements; Export Management Compliance Program (EMCP) concepts; and real life examples in applying this information. Presenters will conduct a number of "hands-on" exercises that will prepare you to apply the regulations to your own company's export activities. This program is well suited for those who need a comprehensive understanding of their obligations under the EAR.
Continuing legal education credit (MCLE) is available, and varies with the length of each seminar, for California State Bar members.
About the Instructors
The instructors are experienced export specialists, and enforcement personnel from our BIS field offices and other agencies. The instructors will be available throughout the seminar to answer your questions on how the export regulations affect the export activities of your organization or client.
Location/time
The program will be held at the Crown Plaza-Seattle Airport Hotel, 17338 International Boulevard, Seattle, WA 98188. Registration begins at 7:30am on June 11, 2015. The program will begin at 8:30am on June 11, 2015, ending at 4:30pm on both days.
Accomodations
Please make your reservations directly with the Crown Plaza-Sea-Tac Hotel by calling (800) 860-7715. Mention "TDA" to receive the special conference rate of $190.00 per night for attendees. Click here to make hotel reservations online.
Registration
The registration fee is $470.00 per person. The fee includes breakfast, coffee breaks, lunches and conference materials for both days. Advance registration is required and space is limited. No refunds for cancellations made after June 4, 2015. Click here to register for the conference online.
For further information regarding registration or questions, please contact Samantha Paxton at (206) 389-7319 or by This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Other Questions?
For more information or questions on the topics to be covered, please call the BIS Western Regional Office at (949) 660-0144 or (408) 998-8806 or click here.
The Bureau of Industry and Security
Outreach and Educational Services Division
Cosponsored by: Missouri District Export Council
Essentials of U.S. Export Controls
April 8, 2015
The Sheraton of Westport Plaza
St. Louis, MO
Essentials of U.S. Export Controls
This is an intensive, one-day program that covers the key information you need to know to comply with the EAR. Counseling and other professionals from the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) will cover the major elements of the U.S. export control system for commercial exports. This fast-paced program is ideal for those with busy schedules.
About the Instructors
The instructors are experienced export policy specialists and engineers from BIS's Washington, D.C. headquarters. The instructors will be available throughout the seminar to answer your questions on how the export regulations affect the export activities of your organization or client.
Location/time
The program will be held at The Sheraton of Westport Plaza, 900 Westport Plaza (Near Page & I-270), St. Louis, MO 63146. Registration and continental breakfast will begin at 7:45 a.m. on April 8, 2015. The program will begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 4:30 p.m.
Accomodations
A special conference rate of $129 plus tax (single/double) room has been arranged with the Sheraton of Westport Plaza (near Page & I-270, St. Louis, MO 63146, (888) 627-7066. Please mention "Bureau of Industry and Security" to receive the special conference rate. Rate is only good through April 8, 2015.
Registration
The registration fee for the Essentials of U.S. Export Controls seminar is $235.00 per person. The registration fee to attend both this seminar and How to Develop an Export Management and Compliance Program on April 9th is $450.00. The fee includes continental breakfast, coffee breaks, lunch, and materials for the entire seminar. Registration fees are nonrefundable after April 2, 2015. Substitutions may be made at any time by emailing Kristi Wiggins at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
To guarantee placement for the BIS seminar: Click here to register. If registering and paying by check, make your check payable to Missouri District Export Council and mail to 4300 Goodfellow Boulevard, Bldg. 110, Suite 1100-A, St. Louis, MO 63120.
Other Questions?
For more information or questions on the topics to be covered, please call BIS's Outreach and Educational Services Division at (202) 482-6031 or by email.
The Bureau of Industry and Security
Outreach and Educational Services Division
Cosponsored by: Houston District Export Council
Presents
Technology and Encryption Controls
March 13, 2015
Norris Conference Center
Houston, TX
Technology Controls
This intermediate level session will offer a comprehensive look at how to comply with the U.S. export and reexport controls relating to technology and software. Discussion will focus on the regulatory requirements relating to technology and software, including what is considered an export or reexport of technology or software; the kinds of technology and software subject to the EAR; how to determine the Export Control Classification Number; what license exceptions are available; and the unique application requirements of technology and software. BIS technical and policy specialists also will discuss important export control issues that may arise in the employment of foreign nationals and for foreign items incorporating, or produced from, controlled U.S.-origin software and technology.
Encryption Controls
This program is an in-depth session that will focus on the unique provisions related to encryption under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Bureau of Industry & Security (BIS) encryption specialists will cover a variety of topics, including how items with encryption functionality are classified under the EAR; how the provision for "mass market" encryption may apply to products; license exceptions for encryption source code (open source and proprietary) and for exports to U.S. subsidiaries and certain eligible countries; encryption registration, classification and reporting requirements; Encryption Licensing Arrangements; conditions placed on encryption licenses, and encryption technology issues.
Recommended prerequisite: Essentials of Export Controls or Complying with U.S. Export Controls or equivalent experience.
About the Instructors
The instructors are experienced export policy specialists and engineers from BIS's Washington, D.C. headquarters. The instructors will be available throughout the seminar to answer your questions on how the export regulations affect the export activities of your organization or client.
Location/time
The program will be held at the Norris Conference Center, 816 Town and Country Blvd., Suite 210, Houston, TX 15219. Registration and continental breakfast will begin at 7:30 a.m. on March 13, 2015. The program will begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 4:30 p.m.
Accomodations
A special conference rate of $139 plus tax (single/double room) has been arranged with the Four Points by Sheraton, 10655 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77024. Please make your reservations directly with the hotel by calling 281-501-4622. Mention "Houston District Export Council" to receive the special conference rate, or you may register online. Special rates are only good through February 5, 2015.
Registration
The registration fee for the Technology/Encryption Controls seminar is $125.00 per person. The registration fee to attend both this seminar and the Complying with U.S. Export Controls seminar on March 11-12 is $550.00. The fee includes continental breakfasts, coffee breaks, lunch, and materials for the entire seminar. Registration fees are nonrefundable after March 1, 2015. Substitutions may be made at any time by emailing Courtney Hancock@ This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
To guarantee placement for the BIS seminar: Click here to register. If registering and paying by check, make your check payable to Houston District Export Council and mail to 9601 Katy Freeway, Suite 150, Houston, TX 77024.
Other Questions?
For more information or questions on the topics to be covered, please call BIS's Outreach and Educational Services Division at (202) 482-6031 or by email.
The Bureau of Industry and Security
Outreach and Educational Services Division
Cosponsored by: Missouri District Export Council
How to Develop an Export Management and Compliance Program
April 9, 2015
The Sheraton of Westport Plaza
St. Louis, MO
How to Develop an Export Management and Compliance Program
Developing and maintaining an export management and compliance program is highly recommended to ensure that export transactions comply with the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and to prevent export control violations.
This one-day workshop provides an overview of the steps a company may take to implement an internal Export Management and Compliance Program. Agenda topics include guidance on how to establish an Export Management and Compliance Program, strategies to improve your company's compliance program, how to avoid common compliance errors, and how to build a solid framework for your company's compliance program. This program includes small group discussion, hands on exercises, and compliance peer networking. This program will be led by senior export compliance specialists from the Bureau of Industry and Security.
Note: The information presented in this program is not a legal requirement of the Export Administration Regulations. It is intended to give informational advice and guidance based on industry best practices in the field of compliance.
Recommended prerequisite: Essentials of U.S. Export Controls or Complying with U.S. Export Controls or equivalent experience.
About the Instructors
The instructors are experienced export policy specialist personnel from BIS's Washington, D.C. headquarters. The instructors will be available throughout the seminar to answer your questions on how the export regulations affect the export activities of your organization or client.
Location/time
The program will be held at The Sheraton of Westport Plaza, 900 Westport Plaza (Near Page & I-270), St. Louis, MO 63146. Registration and continental breakfast will begin at 7:45 a.m. on April 9, 2015. The program will begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 4:30 p.m.
Accomodations
A special conference rate of $129 plus tax (single/double) room has been arranged with the Sheraton of Westport Plaza (near Page & I-270, St. Louis, MO 63146 (888) 627-7066. Please mention "Bureau of Industry and Security" to receive the special conference rate. Rate is only good through April 8, 2015.
Registration
The registration fee for the How to Develop an Export Management and Compliance Program seminar is $235.00 per person. The registration fee to attend both this seminar and Essentials of U.S. Export Controls on April 8th is $450.00. The fee includes continental breakfast, coffee breaks, lunch, and materials for the entire seminar. Registration fees are nonrefundable after April 2, 2015. Substitutions may be made at any time by emailing Kristi Wiggins at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
To guarantee placement for the BIS seminar: Click here to register. If registering and paying by check, make your check payable to Missouri District Export Council and mail to 4300 Goodfellow Boulevard, Bldg. 110, Suite 1100-A, St. Louis, MO 63120.
Other Questions?
For more information or questions on the topics to be covered, please call BIS's Outreach and Educational Services Division at (202) 482-6031 or by email.
The Bureau of Industry and Security
Outreach and Educational Services Division
Cosponsored by: Houston District Export Council
Presents
Complying with U.S. Export Controls
March 11-12, 2015
Norris Conference Center
Houston, TX
Complying with U.S. Export Controls
The two-day program is led by BIS's professional counseling staff and provides an in-depth examination of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The program will cover the information exporters need to know to comply with U.S. export control requirements on commercial goods. We will focus on what items and activities are subject to the EAR; steps to take to determine the export licensing requirements for your item; how to determine your export control classification number (ECCN); when you can export or reexport without applying for a license; export clearance procedures and record keeping requirements; and real life examples in applying this information. Presenters will conduct a number of "hands-on" exercises that will prepare you to apply the regulations to your own company's export activities. This program is well suited for those who need a comprehensive understanding of their obligations under the EAR. Technical, policy, and enforcement professionals from BIS, as well as specialists from other agencies such as the Office of Foreign Assets Controls and the Bureau of the Census, will participate in certain programs.
About the Instructors
The instructors are experienced export policy specialists, engineers, and enforcement personnel from BIS's Washington, D.C. headquarters and field offices, as well as representatives from other U.S. government agencies as appropriate. The instructors will be available throughout the seminar to answer your questions on how the export regulations affect the export activities of your organization or client.
Location/time
The program will be held at the Norris Conference Center, 816 Town & Country Blvd., Suite 210, Houston, TX 77024. Registration and continental breakfast will begin at 7:30 a.m. on March 11, 2015. The program will begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 4:00 p.m. each day.
Accomodations
A special conference rate of $139 plus tax (single/double room) has been arranged with the Four Points by Sheraton, 10655 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX, 77024, Tel: (281) 501-4622. Please mention "Houston DEC Seminar" to receive the special conference rate. Rates are only good through February 5, 2015.
Registration
The registration fee for the Complying with U.S. Export Controls seminar is $475 per person. The registration fee to attend both this seminar and the Encryption/Technology Controls program on March 12th is $550.00. The fee includes continental breakfasts, coffee breaks, lunches and materials for the seminar(s). Registration fees are nonrefundable after March 1, 2015. Substitutions may be made at any time by emailing Courtney Hancock at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
To guarantee placement for the BIS seminar: Click here to register. If registering and paying by check, make your check payable to Houston District Export Council and mail to Houston District Export Council, 9601 Katy Freeway, Suite 150 Houston, TX 77024.
Other Questions?
For more information or questions on the topics to be covered, please call BIS's Outreach and Educational Services Division at (202) 482-6031 or contact us by email.