2008 dates and locations are:
• Hartford, Connecticut (May 15 - 16)
• Chicago, Illinois (Sep 11 - 12)
• Amsterdam, The Netherlands (Oct 16 - 17) NEW!!
• Las Vegas, Nevada (Nov 06 - 07)

“Focusing on the ITAR” training, designed and presented by Rose Biancaniello LLC and Michael T Dixon LLC, in cooperation with OCR Services, Inc. provides extensive and in-depth information intended to inform, enhance and update the knowledge of individuals engaging in, or entering into, defense export activities.

Both the novice and the veteran can benefit from this training, because “Focusing on the ITAR” ensures that knowledge is the spotlight and that individuals acquire a well rounded education of the essential elements of defense export controls. The presentations by former Department of State, Defense Trade Controls senior managers with unparalleled USG working experience, insights and expertise offer extensive information and study of ITAR licensing and compliance matters.

Enhance your interaction with USG agencies involved in Defense Trade Controls. Avoid licensing delays or penalties over issues that can easily be prevented. Acquisition of knowledge, interaction with the speakers, and networking with other companies provide venues that assist you in steering clear of the legal liabilities associated with Defense Trade non-compliance. Failure to be informed in this complex area of international trade can cause serious harm to your company. Stay on top of the rules and regulations governing Defense Trade and the fast-paced evolution of defense export licensing and compliance requirements that guard US national security.

Topics for discussion during the two-day seminar include:
• The U.S. defense export control system and its statutory and regulatory framework
• Understanding and using the ITAR
• Defining your products, the function of the Commodity Jurisdiction process
• Eligibility for defense export privileges
• Comprehensive review of the ITAR licensing process, including the USG review process, avoiding common licensing errors
• A review of the various types of ITAR licensing transactions, with an in-depth examination essential to effectively complete, submit and amend an export license application
• Understanding ITAR exemptions
• Post license submission export implementation steps
• Thorough examination of export compliance issues with emphasis on industry responsibilities and roles
• Systematic review of Defense Services - Agreements and Offshore Procurement
• Perspectives on Voluntary and Directed Disclosures
• Avenues of recourse in the face of ineligibility due to indictment, debarment, and policies of denial