Seminar Information: 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, restraints, embargoes or other restrictions. Thi...

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...

Identity, Credential and Access management (ICAM) – The Federal Identity, Credentialing and Access Management (ICAM) architecture provides Federal, State, Local, Tribal Agencies and the private industry with a consistent approach for managing the vetting and credentialing of individuals requiring access to information systems and facilities. On May 21, 2019 the Office of Management and Budget, (OMB) released M-19-17 Titled: Enabling Miss...

Please join us for OptivCon Minneapolis (formerly “ES3”), a local, exclusive one-day summit where you’ll learn how to reduce enterprise risk and realize stronger, simpler and less costly cyber security programs. This complimentary event gives you the ability to connect with your peers and other industry experts to learn how to address some of your biggest cyber security concerns, and hear about the latest trends. It includes...

According to Gartner, moving applications to the cloud is a top priority and one of the most often mentioned game-changing technologies for government CIOs today. But obstacles – like lack of experience in cloud migration, security concerns, and acquisition hurdles – continue to impede agencies’ progress. Successful IT modernization includes determining cloud readiness with an eye toward providing mission value that supports...

Our program will feature Stephanie Shutt, Director, Multiple Awards Schedules(MAS) Program Office, General Services Administration. Under Ms. Shutt's leadership, GSA’s initiative to consolidate its 24 Multiple Awards Schedules into one streamlined contract vehicle is well underway. The $31B annual schedules program allows agencies to purchase more than 10M commercial products and services. Ms. Shutt will expand on the initiative’s...

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: Imagine not getting paid for your international sale! Unfortunately, it does happen. Learn to fully comply with Letters of Credit requirements to ensure that you receive payment for your shipments. Get involved in the set-up process, learn the basic terminology and significance of various documents, and learn how to prevent and handle discrepancies. Everyone involved in the international sale should learn about the Letters...

Seminar Information: Imagine not getting paid for your international sale! Unfortunately, it does happen. Learn to fully comply with Letters of Credit requirements to ensure that you receive payment for your shipments. Get involved in the set-up process, learn the basic terminology and significance of various documents, and learn how to prevent and handle discrepancies. Everyone involved in the international sale should learn about the Letters...

Dam-related problems include blockage of fish migrations, drowning hazards, failure hazards, reservoir sedimentation, habitat loss, and tailwater erosion. Some environmental problems can only be addressed through dam removal while other issues, where removal is not a viable option, can be remediated by dam modification and nature-like fish passage. Traditional fish passage projects have typically focused solely on passage of single or few lar...