3-Part Export-Import Workshop Series

Learn the “ins & outs” of exporting – what is involved for each shipment: the necessary export documentation, U.S. export requirements, how to prepare a Proforma Invoice, foreign country requirements, labeling, packing, & shipping requirements, etc. These workshops are a must for people involved in all areas of export sales, import sales, contract negotiations, documentation preparation, purchasing, order fulfillment and quoting, shipping, forwarding & transportation, credit & finance, logistics, legal, insurance & consulting. This series is for both the novice as well as the experienced exporter wanting to learn more about what is involved with an international transaction. Attend individual workshops at $45/session or the entire 3-Session Series at $120.

Speaker(s): Laura Pedersen, International Trade Services Officer for First National Bank

Co-Sponsor(s): First National Bank, U.S. Commercial Service, Longmont Area Chamber of Commerce, Longmont Area Economic Council

Export Documentation, Shipping, Insurance, Carnets, and Incoterms (Session 1) Monday, June 22nd: 1:00pm-4:30pm Industry experts provide an in-depth review and real-world examples on the following topics: • Export Documentation required for every export shipment (i.e. commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, free sale certificates, etc.) • Unusual types of documentation that MAY be required • Schedule “B” Numbers and AES reporting • Information on the shipment of the goods (different types of shipping, regulations, shortcuts, etc.) • Marine Cargo Insurance (why it’s necessary and the different types available) • Carnets – what they are and how they are used in International Trade (for shipment of loaner and demo equipment, plus equipment for Trade Shows); how to use them to your benefit • Incoterms – International Commercial Terms of Sale (i.e. Ex-Works, FOB, etc.) – a brief review will ensure that your company thoroughly understands them. Also covered is the domestic use of Incoterms. Export Regulations and Compliance (Session 2) Tuesday, June 23rd: 8:00am – noon Understanding export compliance helps you identify your obligations under the Bureau of Industry & Security (BIS), Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) to better understand how to mitigate risk through the development of an Export Management Compliance Program (EMCP). • This course helps you understand the risk and repercussions of violating the EAR and ITAR. • Discover which U.S. agencies control your shipments. • Learn about licensing requirements, deemed exports, etc. • Understand how the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act may impact how you do business overseas. • This course covers what the U.S. Government considers an “export” and the different methods of exporting – this may surprise you. International Payment Methods (Session 3) Tuesday, June 23rd: 1:00pm-4:30pm This workshop will cover the basics of internation

Fee: $ 120.00