ILLINOIS INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS CALENDAR

January 20, 2020

The Illinois International Business Calendar is published by the International Trade Association of Greater Chicago (ITA/GC). The Calendar is also available on our website: www.itagc.org.

Inclusion Policy: As a public service to the international business community, we publish a listing of international business events for which we receive written notification, preferably by e-mail (info@itagc.org) or fax (773/725-2294). Any organization may submit events that would be of interest to and are open to the Illinois international business community. There is no charge. All calendar listings are subject to the editor’s discretion. Inclusion of an event does not imply endorsement by any of the sponsoring organizations.

New events, and events with additional/revised information, are indicated in Green.

FEATURED ITA/GC PROGRAMS

Feb. 19 THE FUTURE OF HONG KONG AS A REGIONAL HUB. Luncheon program sponsored by the International Trade Association of Greater Chicago with the Hong Kong Business Association of the Midwest. Presentation by Dustin Daugherty, Head of North America Business Development, Dezan Shira & Associates, who will compare and contrast the business environments in Hong Kong and Singapore on such factors as geopolitical risks and opportunities along with a company’s strategic goals that will likely be the determining factor of where to locate your business. 11:45 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Carlucci Rosemont, 6111 North River Road, Rosemont, IL. Members of sponsoring organizations - $50; Non-members - $75. For information & registration, please see: http://calendar.itagc.org/docs/ITAGC_Calendar_11789.pdf.

Apr. 17 BE A GLOBAL UNICORN. Fifth annual Global Small Business Forum sponsored by: Global TradeSource Ltd.; Associated Bank; Foley & Lardner LLP; Multilingual Connections; and with support from the International Trade Association of Greater Chicago and others. Panelists include: Lori Novak, VP Foreign Exchange | Capital Markets, Associated Bank; Danny Park, CEO and Co-founder, RoboTHINK LLC; Aisha Ceballos-Crump, CEO and Founder, Honey Baby Naturals; Heather Acerra, co-founder, LUX Blox; Rajiv Khatau, Managing Director, LODAAT Pharma. 8:00 – 11:30 a.m., Foley & Lardner LLP, 321 North Clark Street, Suite 3000, Chicago. Admission - $40; Admission + Vendor Table - $400. For information & registration, please see: http://globalsmallbusinessforum.com/.

Of Note:

Economic and Trade Agreement between the Government of The United States of America and the Government of The People’s Republic of China Text: https://ustr.gov/sites/default/files/files/agreements/phase%20one%20agreement/Economic_And_Trade_Agreement_Between_The_United_States_And_China_Text.pdf.

USMCA Legislation Approved in Senate, Could Become Law Soon: As reported in the Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg Trade Report, the Senate approved January 16 by an 89-10 vote legislation to implement the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement updating NAFTA. President Trump said he plans to sign the bill, which the House of Representatives previously passed by a 385-41 vote, during the week of January 20. Canada has yet to ratify the USMCA and Mexico must still approve recent revisions made by the U.S. As a result, the agreement is not likely to take effect until mid-2020 at the earliest. For the Administration’s views on USMCA, please see: https://ustr.gov/usmca.

Market Development Cooperator Program (MDCP) 2020 Competition: In mid-February 2020, the U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration, intends to publish a notice inviting the submission of applications for the Market Development Cooperator Program (MDCP) 2020 competition. Through MDCP awards, ITA provides technical and financial assistance to trade associations and other non-profits for projects that increase the global competitiveness of U.S. industry. To be selected for funding, an applicant should propose a project in line with ITA priorities to address and remove trade barriers, especially barriers to the Chinese market. Proposals for MDCP 2020 funding are due April 13, 2020. For more information, please see: https://www.trade.gov/mdcp/competition-basics.asp.

ANZACC Midwest 2020 Down Under Soirée to Support the Australian Bushfire Relief Efforts: The Australia New Zealand American Chamber of Commerce (ANZACC) Midwest in partnership with United Airlines invites members and friends to support the Australian bushfire relief efforts on January 25. Proceeds from the evening will support the Australian Wildfire Relief Fund’s immediate efforts for people impacted by the fires in the form of emergency supplies like food, water, and medicine. Funds will also go toward long-term recovery assistance, helping residents recover and rebuild. The Soirée, celebrating Australia Day and Waitangi Day, includes a reception, three-course Australian and New Zealand-themed dinner, dancing and networking. 7:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m., LondonHouse Chicago | Curio Collection by Hilton, 85 East Wacker Drive, 3rd Floor, Chicago. ANZACC Members - $175; Non-members - $200. Sponsorships available. For information & registration, please see: https://anzaccmidwest.org/event/anzacc-midwest-2020-down-under-soiree/.

2022 Version of Harmonized Classification System to Make Hundreds of Changes: The World Customs Organization has announced that HS 2022, which is the seventh edition of the Harmonized System (HS) nomenclature used for the uniform classification of goods traded internationally, has been accepted by all the Contracting Parties to the Harmonized System Convention and will therefore come into force on January 1, 2022. The HS serves as the basis for Customs tariffs and for the compilation of international trade statistics in 211 economies (of which 158 are Contracting Parties to the HS Convention). The new HS2022 edition makes some major changes to the Harmonized System with a total of 351 sets of amendments covering a wide range of goods moving across borders. For details, please see: http://www.wcoomd.org/en/media/newsroom/2020/january/the-new-2022-edition-of-the-harmonized-system-has-been-accepted.aspx.

Federal Reserve Report: Tariffs have not boosted manufacturing activity: Tariffs imposed by the Trump administration have not yet spurred greater activity in U.S. manufacturing sectors, according to a new report from the Federal Reserve. “While the longer-term effects of the tariffs may differ from those that we estimate here, the results indicate that the tariffs, thus far, have not led to increased activity in the U.S. manufacturing sector,” states the 2019 report. Moreover, say the report’s authors, “we find that U.S. manufacturing industries more exposed to tariff increases experience relative reductions in employment as a positive effect from import protection is offset by larger negative effects from rising input costs and retaliatory tariffs. Higher tariffs are also associated with relative increases in producer prices via rising input costs.” For the complete report, please see: https://www.federalreserve.gov/econres/feds/files/2019086pap.pdf.

Infrastructure Export Guide Available: The U.S. Commercial Service put together a guide to U.S. government resources to support infrastructure projects abroad. You can find the resource guide here: https://2016.export.gov/indopacific/build/groups/public/@eg_ip/documents/webcontent/eg_ip_129311.pdf.

Advice for U.S. Companies on Preparing for Brexit: The U.S. Commercial Service (CS) London office has created a new section on the CS UK website with resources to help US businesses prepare for Brexit at: https://2016.export.gov/unitedkingdom/brexit/index.asp, or http://bit.ly/BrexitPrep4USbiz.

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Jan. 20 DISTRIBUTION OF GOODS & SERVICES TO CHINA: PROTECTING YOUR BRAND IN CHINA. Webinar, sponsored by Woodburn Accounts & Advisors, will address: What is considered a trademark in China?; Search the Trademark Database before Filing for Registration; The “First-to-File” system; Considerations for registering your trademark; Trademark Hijacking; IP Squatters; Why is this important for new market entrants?; What should be your trademark strategy in China? 3:30 – 4:30 a.m. CST. No fee; advance registration required. For information & registration, please see: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/826541775918544653?source=WB-Website.

Jan. 21 DISTRIBUTION OF GOODS & SERVICES TO CHINA: CREATING YOUR CHINESE “MARKETING”

BUSINESS MODEL. Webinar, sponsored by Woodburn Accounts & Advisors, will provide you the legal in’s and out’s of marketing your product and/or services in or outside of China and the pros and cons associated with each. 3:30 – 4:30 a.m. CST. No fee; advance registration required. For information & registration, please see: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2882155729859795213?source=WB-Website.

Jan. 21 INCOTERMS® 2020 RULES. Webinar, sponsored by ComplianceOnline, will explain the revisions to Incoterms® 2010. 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. CST. Fee: $199. For information & registration, please see: https://www.complianceonline.com/intercoms-2020-webinar-training-706265-prdw.

Jan. 21 MEDICAL DEVICE SINGLE AUDIT PROGRAM (MDSAP) IMPLEMENTATION & PARTICIPATING

COUNTRY REGULATORY PROCESSES: U.S., CANADA, BRAZIL, AUSTRALIA AND JAPAN. Webinar, sponsored by ComplianceOnline, will focus on the key regulatory requirements for medical devices for the participating MDSAP countries; it will address key topics such as device classification, licensing pathways, medical device GMP, inspections, device labeling, license holder responsibilities and more. 10:00 – 1:30 p.m. CST. Fee: $249. For information & registration, please see: https://www.complianceonline.com/medical-device-single-audit-program-mdsap-us-canada-brazil-australia-japan-regulatory-requirements-webinar-training-705370-prdw.

Jan. 21 USMCA: GENERAL OVERVIEW. Webinar, sponsored by Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A., will familiarize you with the general changes in the USMCA and how they may impact the qualification and documentation of USMCA claims. 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $200. For information & registration, please see: https://www.strtrade.com/events-USMCA-General-Overview-012120.html.

Jan. 22 - TRADE MISSION TO HOMI MILANO (MILAN, ITALY). Sponsored by the Italian American Chamber 26 of Commerce Midwest, the program is open only to the trade and will consist in visiting the Trade

Fair Homi (www.homimilano.com). Only professionals from the following sectors will be considered: Department stores; retail stores and chains; online store; importers; and wholesalers for the following sectors: home décor; tableware; kitchenware; home textile; fragrances and gift ideas. Roundtrip economy airfare and three nights hotel accommodations are included. For information and an application, please contact Fulvio Calcinardi: 312/218-0255 (fcalcinardi@iacc-chicago.com).

Jan. 22 DISTRIBUTION OF GOODS & SERVICES TO CHINA: CREATING YOUR CHINESE

“DISTRIBUTION” BUSINESS MODEL. Webinar, sponsored by Woodburn Accounts & Advisors, will describe the various sales structures available to companies entering the China market and their individual options in terms of investment, risk, commitment, control and time frames. 3:30 – 4:30 a.m. CST. No fee; advance registration required. For information & registration, please see: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6870069010640612877?source=WB-Website.

Jan. 22 SAFE, UNSAFE, OR IN BETWEEN? HOW TO REALLY KNOW YOUR CUSTOMER. Workshop sponsored by the Midwest Global Trade Association. Speakers include Ann Thomas, President, Circinus, Ltd. And representatives from: Homeland Security Investigation; Bureau of Industry and Security; Federal Bureau of Investigation. 7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., The Wilds Golf Club, 3151 Wilds Ridge Court, Prior Lake, MN. MGTA Members - $75; Non-members - $100. For information & registration, please see: https://www.mgta.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1313802&group=.

Jan. 22 INTERNATIONAL PAYMENT TERMS & FOREIGN EXCHANGE. Workshop sponsored by the Illinois SBDC International Trade Center at the Industrial Council of Nearwest Chicago. Presentations by Angie Kappel, CTP, VP Foreign Exchange, Associated Bank, NA, and Paul Eversman, VP Foreign Exchange & Trade Finance, Associated Bank, NA. 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., ICNC, 320 North Damen Avenue, Chicago. No fee; advance registration encouraged. For information & registration, please see: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07egrm634a884b3a55&llr=ei5vsbcab.

Jan. 22 DIGITAL COMPLIANCE FOR INTERNATIONAL EXPORTERS. Webinar, sponsored by IBT Online, will help you understand your obligations for digital compliance; for your website and social media online marketing, and how best to engage with your prospective buyers to build the trust and confidence needed for a successful buyer's journey. 10:00 a.m. CST. No fee; advance registration required. For information & registration, please see: https://info.ibt.onl/digital-compliance-exporters.

Jan. 22 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES IN THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO UNDER THE NEW

GOVERNMENT. Direct Line webinar sponsored by the Bureau of Economic & Business Affairs, U.S. Department of State. Michael Hammer, U.S. Ambassador to the Democratic Republic of Congo discusses the Congolese market and the new opportunities offered by a U.S.-friendly government. 10:00 a.m. CST. No fee; advance registration required. For information & registration, please see: https://www.state.gov/business-opportunities-in-the-democratic-republic-of-congo-under-the-new-government-01-22-2020/.

Jan. 22 U.S.-EUROPE RESEARCH UNIVERSITY COLLABORATION OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES. Webinar sponsored by the U.S. Commercial Service. Speakers from the National Council of University Research Administrators (NCURA), the European American Enterprise Council (EAEC), and Hannover Fairs will explore the landscape of research opportunities and challenges in Europe. 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $25. For information & registration, please see: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=0QEZ.

Jan. 22 SUPPLY CHAIN AND PRODUCT COMPLIANCE USING ROHS, REACH, AND CONFLICT

MINERALS. Webinar, sponsored by ComplianceOnline, will offer an in-depth look at three important product regulations focused on materials compliance and ethical sourcing, along with the tools and policies needed to implement them. 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $149. For information & registration, please see: https://www.complianceonline.com/supply-chain-and-product-compliance-using-rohs-reach-and-conflict-minerals-webinar-training-703871-prdw.

Jan. 22 EXPORT JURISDICTION AND CLASSIFICATION DETERMINATION BASICS. Webinar, sponsored by Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A., will discuss how exporters can identify the agency with jurisdiction over their products, how to classify their products, how to know when an export license is required, and, if so, how to obtain it. 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $200. For information & registration, please see: https://www.strtrade.com/events-Export-Jurisdiction-Classification-Determination-Basics-120419.html.

Jan. 22 THE NEW ERA OF US-CHINA COMPETITION. Program sponsored by The Chicago Council on Global Affairs. Presentation by Oriana Skylar Mastro, Assistant Professor of Security Studies, Georgetown University and Resident Scholar, American Enterprise Institute in conversation with Ivo H. Daalder, President, Chicago Council on Global Affairs. 5:15 – 6:30 p.m., CCGA Conference Center, 130 East Randolph Street, Chicago. CCGA Members - $10; Non-members - $30. For information & registration, please see: https://www.thechicagocouncil.org/event/new-era-us-china-competition.

Jan. 23 DISTRIBUTION OF GOODS & SERVICES TO CHINA: CREATING YOUR “E-COMMERCE”

BUSINESS MODEL. Webinar, sponsored by Woodburn Accounts & Advisors, will cover: A New Era for China’s E-Commerce; Models to Start a Business in China’s E-commerce; The importance of applying for an ICP License; Benefits of China’s New E-commerce 2019 Regulations and how it will impact the E-commerce model; China’s E-commerce Platforms Comparison. 3:30 – 4:30 a.m. CST. No fee; advance registration required. For information & registration, please see: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6222543523299186445?source=WB-Website.

Jan. 23 INTERNATIONAL DEFENSE SALES SERIES: SPOTLIGHT ASIA – INDIA, MALAYSIA AND

SINGAPORE. Webinar, sponsored by the U.S. Commercial Service, will provide a unique opportunity to get up-to-speed on key aspects of international defense sales programs and what U.S. Government resources may be available. 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $25. For information & registration, please see: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=0QF1.

Jan. 23 DUTY DRAWBACK OPPORTUNITIES UNDER NEW REGIME AND MORE 2020 UPDATE. Webinar, sponsored by The World Academy, will provide a comprehensive review of the new duty drawback program included as part of the Trade Facilitation and Enforcement Act of 2016. 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $95. For information & registration, please see: https://www.theworldacademy.com/training-calendar.

Jan. 23 NEW POTENTIAL AD/CV DUTIES ON WOOD MOLDINGS AND MILLWORK PRODUCTS: WHAT

YOU NEED TO KNOW. Webinar, sponsored by Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A., will address issues arising from a new AD/CV petition filed January 7 against wood moldings and millwork products from Brazil and Chicago. The speaker will offer advice on how companies can fight this case within the first 45 days and long-term strategies that should be considered. 1:00 – 1:30 p.m. CST. Fee: $50. For information & registration, please see: https://www.strtrade.com/events-New-Potential-AD-CV-Duties-Wood-Moldings-Millwork-Products-012320.html.

Jan. 23 TAKE YOUR BUSINESS GLOBAL WITH HELP FROM SBA. Webinar, sponsored by the U.S. Small Business Administration, will help you: Learn about SBA’s extensive network of counselors and training resources; Discover how SBA’s export finance programs can help your business grow; Learn about the flexibility of the State Trade Expansion Program; Find out how SBA works to promote small business interests through U.S. trade policy. 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CST. No fee; advance registration required. For information & registration, please see: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/webinar-take-your-business-global-with-help-from-sba-tickets-88825656931.

Jan. 24 EXPORTING PROCEDURES. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Structuring Export Sales to Foreign Markets; Negotiating Your Contract and Meeting Its Terms; Incoterms® 2010, Product Transportation & Risk of Loss; Forms of Payment; Customs & Tariff Planning Considerations; Export Controls; Freight Forwarders, Packing and Transportation; Reporting the Export; Export Documentation. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $545 (by December 24; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/exporting-procedures-webinar/.

Jan. 24 INCOTERMS® 2020 RULES. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Trade Terms for Domestic and International Transactions.; Incoterms® 2020 Product Transportation and Risk of Loss; Costing Methods; Case Studies; Mistakes Made: Court Cases Involving Incoterms® Rules. 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CST. Fee: $345 (by December 24; $395 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/incoterms-webinar/.

Jan. 24 TIMELY REPORTS ON SOUTHEAST ASIAN ECONOMIC CLIMATE. Program, sponsored by the Central Asian Productivity Research Center, will include CAPRC members who have traveled extensively through the region, including David Headley, Team Leader, Illinois Soybean Association, and Yuri Hoffman, Chief Operating Officer, Revenue-Share Capital. 10:30 a.m., Northern Illinois University, Loop Center, 105 West Madison Street, 17th floor, Chicago. No fee; advance registration requested. For information & registration, please e-mail: lepinske@sbcglobal.net.

Jan. 27 - ARAB HEALTH 2019 (DUBAI, UAE). The Illinois Office of Trade and Investment invites qualified 30 Illinois firms to participate in a trade mission to the largest, and most comprehensive, healthcare

exhibition in the Middle East and the second largest in the world. In its 45th year, it is expected to attract more than 106,500 healthcare professionals to visit with 4,250 exhibitors. The regional industry is worth $100 billion per year. Approximately 20% of all healthcare seekers are from the Gulf and Arab states, with UAE patients alone estimated to be spending over $2 billion on medical travel every year. For more information, please contact Sam Ntum: sam.ntum@illinois.gov.

Jan. 27 TARIFF CLASSIFICATION. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Harmonized System Convention; Overview of Harmonized Tariff Schedule of U.S.; The Export Schedule B; Classification Process; Extrinsic Interpretive Aids; Duty Determination; General Notes; Mechanics of Classification; Classification Exercises. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $545 (by December 27; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/tariff-classification-webinar/.

Jan. 27 NEW SAFE FOOD FOR CANADIANS REGULATIONS. Webinar, sponsored by ComplianceOnline, will provide a broad overview of the Safe Food for Canadians Regulation (SFCR) standard to process, import or export foods for Canada including background, new revisions, enhanced regulations, tools and portal for compliance. 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $179. For information & registration, please see: https://www.complianceonline.com/safe-food-for-canadians-regulations-webinar-training-706008-prdw.

Jan. 27 CANADIAN FOOD REGULATION AND LABELLING. Webinar, sponsored by ComplianceOnline, will help you understand what drives food compliance in Canada, with a focus on Federal Acts and Regulations. 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. CST. Fee: $199. For information & registration, please see: https://www.complianceonline.com/canadian-food-regulation-and-labelling-webinar-training-706322-prdw.

Jan. 27 GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN – FINDING THE RIGHT LOGISTIC PARTNERS. Workshop sponsored by the Illinois SBDC International Trade Center at the Business Development Center, College of DuPage. Topics include: The role for Freight Forwarder/Broker; Key differentiators between Forwarders and Brokers; Identifying the service needs of your company; Different ways of selecting your Forwarder/Broker; How to launch an RFQ. 1:00 – 2:30 p.m., 535 Duane Street, Room 301, Glen Ellyn, IL. No fee; advance registration required. For information & registration, please see: https://ilsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/32027.

Jan. 27 THE BOEING 737 MAX: IMPLICATIONS FOR GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAINS, EXPORTING, AND

ECONOMIC GROWTH. Program sponsored by the International Trade Club of Chicago with the support of Polsinelli. Panelists include: Chris Higgins, Principal, Avascent; Joseph P. Schwieterman, Ph.D., Professor of Public Service Management, DePaul University; Christopher Lin, Director, Supply Chain Management & Operational Effectiveness, World Vision Inc. 5:45 – 7:00 p.m., Polsinelli Conference Center, 150 North Riverside Plaza, 31st Floor, Chicago. ITCC Members - $10; Non-members - $25. For information & registration, please see: https://itcc.wildapricot.org/event-3706015.

Jan. 28 NAFTA RULES OF ORIGIN. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: NAFTA – Overview; Definitions; A Closer Look at Origination; Finer Points of Origination; NAFTA and Special Sectors; The NAFTA Certificate of Origin Form; Country of Origin for Marking Purposes; NAFTA Strategies for Businesses; Appeal Procedures; Country of Origin Marking Rules; Record Keeping, Penalties, Denial of Benefits; Maquiladora Industry; Annex 401 Specific Rules of Origin; Regulatory Compliance and Enforcement; Other Free Trade Agreements. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $545 (by December 28; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/nafta-rules-of-origin-webinar/.

Jan. 28 GLOBAL FOOD ADDITIVE REGULATION REVIEW: HEADWINDS AND OPPORTUNITIES. Webinar, sponsored by ComplianceOnline, will begin with a general background about global regulations and then go into detail about specific food additives and how the regulations vary in specific international, regional regulatory and country regulatory documents. 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. CST. Fee: $199. For information & registration, please see: https://www.complianceonline.com/global-food-additive-regulation-review-webinar-training-706290-prdw.

Jan. 28 EU’S MDR EFFECT ON U.S. EXPORTS. Webinar, sponsored by ComplianceOnline, will detail the new EU legal requirements for exporting medical devices to the EU, how to prepare for this MDR requirement and include options for selling your device in the EU and the U.S. 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $229. For information & registration, please see: https://www.complianceonline.com/eu-mdr-effect-on-usa-exports-webinar-training-706316-prdw.

Jan. 28 USMCA: GENERAL OVERVIEW. Webinar, sponsored by Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A., will familiarize you with the general changes in the USMCA and how they may impact the qualification and documentation of USMCA claims. 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $200. For information & registration, please see: https://www.strtrade.com/events-USMCA-General-Overview-012120.html.

Jan. 29 IMPORTING PROCEDURES. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: The Import Regulatory Environment; Valuation; Country of Origin & Marking; Overview of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the U.S.; Duty Determination; Entry; Record Keeping; Other Import Considerations; Customs Enforcement; Customs Security. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $545 (by December 29; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/importing-procedures-webinar/.

Jan. 29 SELLING ONLINE TO THE WORLD. E-commerce export seminar for small businesses, sponsored by the Northwest Indiana World Trade Alliance. Learn about winning strategies through presentations by the U.S. Department of Commerce, executives engaged in online exporting, and logistics providers. 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., Purdue Technology Center, 9800 Connecticut Drive, Crown Point, IN. Fee: $10. For information & registration, please see: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/selling-online-to-the-world-tickets-88733509315.

Jan. 29 EXPLORE INVESTMENT AND PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES IN MADAGASCAR’S TEXTILE

SECTOR. Direct Line webinar sponsored by the Bureau of Economic & Business Affairs, U.S. Department of State. Michael Pelletier, U.S. Ambassador to Madagascar, hosts a discussion on new opportunities for investment and partnership in the textile sector Madagascar. 9:00 a.m. CST. No fee; advance registration required. For information & registration, please see: https://www.state.gov/explore-investment-and-partnership-opportunities-in-madagascars-textile-sector-01-29-2020/.

Jan. 29 THE NEW INCOTERMS® 2020 – SELECTING THE RIGHT TERMS FOR YOUR INTERNATIONAL

SALES TRANSACTIONS. Webinar, sponsored by the Export Compliance Training Institute, will discuss the new rules, including: How the new Incoterms® 2020 terms deviate from Incoterms® 2010; Overview of the maritime terms in Incoterms® 2020; Overview of the Incoterms® 2020 terms that can be used in any mode of transportation; Transfer of title and risk of loss under Incoterms® 2020; The levels of insurance coverage under Incoterms® 2020; Security-related requirements; The role of Incoterms® in determining the customs value of goods imported into the United States; The risks and benefits of each term. 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. CST. Fee: $195. For information & registration, please see: https://www.learnexportcompliance.com/webinar/the-new-incoterms-2020-selecting-the-right-terms-for-your-international-sales-transactions/.

Jan. 29 IMPORTING 101: THE REAL BASICS. Webinar, sponsored by Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A., will focus on the most frequently encountered issues facing importers and offer practical information on how to protect your company’s interests. 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $200. For information & registration, please see: https://www.strtrade.com/events-Importing-101-012920.html.

Jan. 30 IMPORTING 201. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: The Legal Requirement for Compliance; The Types of CBP Audits and Enforcement; Responding to CBP Audit Inquiries with a Focus on the FA; Long before the Audit: Preparing Your Company for Regulatory Enforcement. Practical Techniques and Solutions; Trusted Trader/ISA. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $545 (by December 30; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/importing-201-webinar/.

Jan. 30 EXPORTING TO BRAZIL. Webinar, sponsored by the World Trade Research Institute, will cover the opportunities and challenges that companies may face in Brazil and will include strategies for entering the market. 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. CST. Fee: $65. For information & registration, please see: https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07egtolyd222bbdbba&oseq=&c=&ch=.

Jan. 30 USA FAIR 2020 (NIGERIA). Webinar, sponsored by the U.S. Commercial Service, will highlight the USA Fair event (March 31 – April 2, Lagos), discuss opportunities open to U.S. companies across all sectors in Nigeria, discuss logistics for participants and how your products and/or services are best received in the market. 10:00 a.m. CST. No fee; advance registration required. For information & registration, please see: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=0QFD.

Jan. 30 TRADE IN TURMOIL [MONTHLY UPDATE]. Webinar sponsored by Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A. Presentation by Nicole Bivens Collinson, President, International Trade & Government Relations, Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, who will review the latest trade policy developments and offer predictions on what may happen in the near future. 1:00 – 1:30 p.m. CST. Fee: $50. For information & registration, please see: https://www.strtrade.com/events-Monthly-Update-013020.html.

Jan. 30 NAVIGATING TRADE COMPLIANCE ISSUES IN AN UNCERTAIN ENVIRONMENT. Webinar sponsored by Manufacturers Alliance for Productivity and Innovation (MAPI). Presentations by Adrienne Braumiller, Partner, Braumiller Law Group PLLC and Jennifer Horvath, Partner, Braumiller Law Group PLLC. 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CST. No fee; advance registration required. For information & registration, please see: https://www.mapi.net/events/navigating-trade-compliance-issues-uncertain-environment.

Jan. 30 HOW TO MANAGE A SMOOTH HR TRANSITION IN INTERNATIONAL MERGERS AND

ACQUISITIONS. Webinar, sponsored by Velocity Global, will highlight Transitional Services Agreements’ benefits, challenges, and must-knows during international mergers and acquisitions, and present proven, simpler alternatives. 1:00 p.m. CST. No fee; advance registration required. For information & registration, please see: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3001565992813825793.

Jan. 31 INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: International Logistics Partners; Securing Your International Supply Chain; Ocean Bills of Lading and Common Carrier’s Obligations Toward the Shipper; Ocean Transportation; Air Waybills of Lading; Air Freight Transportation; Insurance; Incoterms® 2010 Product Transportation & Risk of Loss. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $545 (by December 31; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/international-logistics-webinar/.

Feb. 4 DUTIES AND TAXES: THE FULL LANDED COST. Webinar, sponsored by the World Trade Research Institute, will help you know what prices you can charge in different markets and help you target certain markets where you can be more price competitive. 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. CST. Fee: $65. For information & registration, please see: https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07egtolyij8764fc33&oseq=&c=&ch=.

Feb. 5 HOW TO CONNECT WITH GLOBAL COMMUNITIES. Live “chat” sponsored by Women Entrepreneurs Grow Global. Presentation by Dr. Jill Kushner Bishop, Founder & CEO, Multilingual Connections. 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. CST. No fee; advance registration required. For information & registration, please see: https://womenentrepreneursgrowglobal.org/2020/01/08/how-to-connect-with-global-communities-jill-kushner-bishop-multilingual-connections/.

Feb. 6 EU PRODUCT STANDARDS: HOW TO GET A CE MARK. Webinar, sponsored by the World Trade Research Institute, will explain the complicated process to get a CE Mark in order to sell your product in the EU. 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. CST. Fee: $110. For information & registration, please see: https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07egtolyqna0dc41a9&oseq=&c=&ch=.

Feb. 6 LATIN AMERICA: UNDERSTANDING REGULATORY COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS ACROSS THE

LIFE SCIENCE INDUSTRY. Webinar, sponsored by ComplianceOnline, will cover topics across the full Lifecycle of Company & Product licensing in the key markets of Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Argentina). Written Regulations vs. Skillful Negotiation will be explained across every critical topic. 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. CST. Fee: $249. For information & registration, please see: https://www.complianceonline.com/latin-america-regulatory-compliance-requirements-across-life-science-industry-webinar-training-702038-prdw.

Feb. 7 US FDA, CANADA HEALTH CANADA, BRAZIL ANVISA, AUSTRALIA TGA, JAPAN MHLW -

MDSAP & EU ISO 13485 APPROACH. Webinar, sponsored by ComplianceOnline, will discuss the main regulatory regimes for medical devices in US, Canada, Brazil, Japan and Australia, how they differ from EU CE mark regulations and how to address compliance though a Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) and ISO 13486:2016 approach. 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $229. For information & registration, please see: https://www.complianceonline.com/mdsap-eu-iso-13485-approach-webinar-training-706301-prdw.

Feb. 7 US FDA, CANADA HEALTH CANADA, BRAZIL ANVISA, AUSTRALIA TGA, JAPAN MHLW -

MDSAP & EU ISO 13485 APPROACH. Webinar, sponsored by ComplianceOnline, will discuss the main regulatory regimes for medical devices in US, Canada, Brazil, Japan and Australia, how they differ from EU CE mark regulations and how to address compliance though a Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) and ISO 13486:2016 approach. 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $229. For information & registration, please see: https://www.complianceonline.com/mdsap-eu-iso-13485-approach-webinar-training-706301-prdw.

Feb. 9 - ENVIROTECH EXECUTIVE SERVICES – WATER DELEGATION TO INDIA. Organized by the U.S. 17 Department of Commerce, this mission will introduce delegates to the Indian water/wastewater

markets in three cities; help participants learn about relevant policies, procedures and opportunities in India's water industry; and, take part in business to business matchmaking appointments with private sector organizations and government agencies. Delegates will have an opportunity to visit/participate in the Water Expo 2020 trade show in Chennai. For information & an application, please see: https://2016.export.gov/eac/show_detail_trade_events.asp?EventID=39671&InputType=EVENT.

Feb. 11 TRADE COMPLIANCE 2020: TRADE COMPLIANCE HITS THE “BIG TIME.” Luncheon program and afternoon workshops sponsored by the Madison International Trade Association. Keynote: Julie Pojar, Manager, International Trade Compliance, Kohler. Topics for afternoon workshops include: Importing: Recent Rulings and Impact on Classifications; Contributing to the Conversation: Trade Policy Strategies for Small Businesses; A Brief Review of INCOTERMS 2020; U.S. Sanctions Summary and Outlook; Export Compliance Considerations when Working with Universities and Researchers; Understanding ATA Carnets and Their Benefits; How to Handle Those Violations You Just Found: Preparing VDs, VSDs, and PDs; Classification: Everything You Wanted to Know About Sets, But Were Afraid to Ask; When Trade Compliance, Letters of Credit and INCOTERMS Intersect; Deemed Exports, Technology Controls Plans, and Emerging Technologies: Three Areas of Export Control that Should Be on Every Company’s Radar; C-TPAT: New Rules, Validation, and Importance for Importers; How to Avoid Those Slippery, Serpentine Sanctions. 11:30 a.m. – 4:45 p.m., Fluno Center, 601 University Avenue, Madison, WI. MITA Members – $35 (lunch only by February 4; $45 thereafter)/$99 (lunch & workshops); Non-members – $50 (lunch only by February 4; $60 thereafter)/$119 (lunch & workshops). For information & registration, please see: http://mitatrade.org/events/details/trade-compliance-2020-trade-compliance-hits-the-big-time.

Feb. 11 JAPAN’S MEDICAL DEVICE APPROVAL PROCESS. Webinar, sponsored by ComplianceOnline, will discuss the basics of product registration in Japan such as Registration Timelines, Documentation Requirements and Governmental Processes. 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $229. For information & registration, please see: https://www.complianceonline.com/japan-medical-device-approval-process-webinar-training-706293-prdw.

Feb. 11 THE PARADOX OF COMPLIANCE: ITAR AND ANTI-DISCRIMINATION CONCERNS. Webinar, sponsored by the Export Compliance Training Institute, will provide guidance on how to best navigate issues at the intersection of export control laws and U.S. immigration and anti-discrimination laws. 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. CST. Fee: $195. For information & registration, please see: https://www.learnexportcompliance.com/webinar/the-paradox-of-compliance-itar-and-anti-discrimination-concerns/.

Feb. 12 2020 ANNUAL IMMIGRATION SEMINAR. Breakfast program, sponsored by Masuda Funai Eifert & Mitchell, will address: 2019 Year in Review & 2020 Critical Changes; Marijuana Is Legal, but are Employees Using it Legally?; Essential Information about E’s and L’s; Consular Processing…Don’t Mock the Interview; I-9 Scenario Specifics. 8:00 – 11:45 a.m., Double Tree Hotel, 75 West Algonquin Road, Arlington Heights, IL. No fee; advance registration required. For information & registration, please see: https://www.masudafunai.com/events/2020-annual-complimentary-immigration-seminar.

Feb. 12 COMPARISON BETWEEN THE EU AND FDA REGULATORY PROTOCOLS. Webinar, sponsored by ComplianceOnline, will compare the EU and FDA regulatory protocols to help individuals involved in manufacturing, customer service, quality assurance roles to streamline their understanding of the rapid and ongoing regulatory changes being adopted by all medical device regulatory bodies where manufacturers sell and manufacture their devices. 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. CST. Fee: $249. For information & registration, please see: https://www.complianceonline.com/eu-fda-regulatory-protocols-webinar-training-706297-prdw.

Feb. 13 COUNTRY OF ORIGIN. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Kyoto Convention - World Customs Organization; Reasons for Rules of Origin; Substantial Transformation; Free Trade Agreements and the Tariff Shift Standard; Federal Trade Commission “Made in USA” Requirements. 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $345. For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/country-of-origin-webinar-5/.

Feb. 13 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES IN HAITI. Webinar, sponsored by the U.S. Commercial Service, will discuss business opportunities for U.S. firms in Haiti. 12:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $35. For information & registration, please see: https://2016.export.gov/eac/show_detail_trade_events.asp?EventID=39685&InputType=EVENT.

Feb. 13 PROSPERITY OR PERIL – A DEBATE ON THE FUTURE OF THE EU. Program sponsored by The Chicago Council on Global Affairs. Presentations by: Anu Bradford, Henry L. Moses Professor of Law and International Organization, Columbia Law School; James Kirchick, Visiting Fellow, Center on the United States & Europe and Project on International Order & Strategy, the Brookings Institution; moderated by Cécile Shea, Nonresident Senior Fellow, Global Security and Diplomacy, The Chicago Council on Global Affairs. 5:15 – 5:30 p.m., CCFA Conference Center, 130 East Randolph Street, Chicago. CCGA Members - $10; Non-members - $30. For information & registration, please see: https://www.thechicagocouncil.org/event/prosperity-or-peril-debate-future-eu.

Feb. 18 LETTERS OF CREDIT. Seminar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Introduction/Decision Criteria; Letters of Credit as Methods of Payment; Review of L/C Procedure as Export & as Importer; Look at Various Types of L/Cs; Special Types of L/Cs; Uniform Customs and Practice for Documentary Credits; Transaction Review – Export; Transaction Review – Import; Case Study on an Export L/C; Non-traditional Payment Methods. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Doubletree Chicago-Schaumburg, 800 National Parkway, Schaumburg, IL. Fee: $545 (by January 18; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/letters-of-credit-chicago-il//.

Feb. 18 EXPORTING MECHANICS: DROP SHIPMENTS AND ROUTED TRANSACTIONS. Webinar sponsored by the National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America in cooperation with the Office of Digital Initiatives at the Department of Commerce. You will learn how drop shipments and routed transactions are handled as a supply chain management method and how this can be an advantage in exporting. 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $25. For information & registration, see: http://www.ncbfaa.org/Scripts/4Disapi.dll/4DCGI/events/855.html?Action=Conference_Detail&ConfID_W=855&menukey=events.

Feb. 18 ANTIDUMPING 101: MINIMIZING RISK, MAXIMIZING COMPLIANCE. Webinar, sponsored by Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A., will show you how to prepare for potential AD threats, protect your bottom line and effectively manage the compliance risks resulting from AD duties and sourcing difficulties. 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CST. Fee; $200. For information & registration, please see: https://www.strtrade.com/events-Antidumping-101-021820.html.

Feb. 18 HONG KONG AND THE FUTURE OF ONE COUNTRY, TWO SYSTEMS. Program sponsored by The Chicago Council on Global Affairs. Presentation by Jeffrey Wasserstrom, Chancellor’s Professor of History, University of California, Irvine. 5:15 – 6:30 p.m., CCGA Conference Center, 130 East Randolph Street, Chicago. CCGA Members - $10; Non-members - $30. For information & registration, please see: https://www.thechicagocouncil.org/event/hong-kong-and-future-one-country-two-systems.

Feb. 19 INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS. Seminar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: International Logistics Partners; Securing Your International Supply Chain; Ocean Bills of Lading and Common Carrier’s Obligations Toward the Shipper; Ocean Transportation; Air Waybills of Lading; Air Freight Transportation; Insurance; Incoterms® 2010 Product Transportation & Risk of Loss. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Doubletree Chicago-Schaumburg, 800 National Parkway, Schaumburg, IL. Fee: $545 (by January 19; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/international-logistics-chicago-il/.

Feb. 19 THE FUTURE OF HONG KONG AS A REGIONAL HUB. Luncheon program sponsored by the International Trade Association of Greater Chicago with the Hong Kong Business Association of the Midwest. Presentation by Dustin Daugherty, Head of North America Business Development, Dezan Shira & Associates, who will compare and contrast the business environments in Hong Kong and Singapore on such factors as geopolitical risks and opportunities along with a company’s strategic goals that will likely be the determining factor of where to locate your business. 11:45 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Carlucci Rosemont, 6111 North River Road, Rosemont, IL. Members of sponsoring organizations - $50; Non-members - $75. For information & registration, please see: http://calendar.itagc.org/docs/ITAGC_Calendar_11789.pdf.

Feb. 19 JAPAN: REGULATORY COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR LIFE SCIENCE PRODUCTS. Webinar, sponsored by ComplianceOnline, will explain the country’s regulations and processes (including clinical trials, filings, etc.) and use real world experiences to show how compliance issues are culturally handled for life science products in Japan. 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. CST. Fee: $249. For information & registration, please see: https://www.complianceonline.com/japan-regulatory-compliance-requirements-for-life-science-products-webinar-training-702979-prdw.

Feb. 19 APPAREL CLASSIFICATION SERIES: THE BASICS. Webinar, sponsored by Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A., will review a variety of apparel samples and discuss the specific features that US Customs and Border Protection focuses on when determining the correct HTS classification and duty rate. 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $200. For information & registration, please see: https://www.strtrade.com/events-Apparel-Classification-The-Basics-021920.html.

Feb. 20 EXPORTING PROCEDURES. Seminar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Structuring Export Sales to Foreign Markets; Negotiating Your Contract and Meeting Its Terms; Incoterms® 2010, Product Transportation & Risk of Loss; Forms of Payment; Customs & Tariff Planning Considerations; Export Controls; Freight Forwarders, Packing and Transportation; Reporting the Export; Export Documentation. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Doubletree Chicago-Schaumburg, 800 National Parkway, Schaumburg, IL. Fee: $545 (by January 20; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/exporting-procedures/.

Feb. 20 FINDING, EVALUATING AND MANAGING FOREIGN DISTRIBUTORS. Workshop sponsored by the Illinois SBDC International Trade Center at the College of Lake County. Presentation by Bill McNamara, Principal, Dearborn International, who will discuss how to locate potential distributors, the screening and pre-qualifying process, best practice for managing foreign partners, as well as the interview. 10:00 – 11:30 a.m., CLC, 19351 West Washington Street, Room E119, Grayslake, IL. Fee: $25. For information & registration, please see: http://dept.clcillinois.edu/wpdi/sbdc/SBDCITCCourses.pdf.

Feb. 20 LATEST CHANGES TO ROHS AND REACH FOR 2020. Webinar, sponsored by ComplianceOnline, will go into the specifics of the REACH and RoHS regulations and review the latest amendments and changes to both regulations for 2019. 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $199. For information & registration, please see: https://www.complianceonline.com/reach-rohs-2019-changes-webinar-training-706070-prdw.

Feb. 21 INCOTERMS® 2020 RULES. Seminar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Trade Terms for Domestic and International Transactions.; Incoterms® 2020 Product Transportation and Risk of Loss; Costing Methods; Case Studies; Mistakes Made: Court Cases Involving Incoterms® Rules. 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Doubletree Chicago-Schaumburg, 800 National Parkway, Schaumburg, IL. Fee: $345 (by January 21; $395 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/incoterms/.

Feb. 24 - MOBILE WORLD CONGRESS (BARCELONA, SPAIN). The Illinois Office of Trade and Investment 27 invites qualified Illinois firms to participate in a trade mission to the world’s largest annual gathering

for the mobile communication and information technology industry. 2,400 exhibitors and over 107,000 attendees from 200 countries are expected at this show. This trade show presents a unique opportunity for Illinois’ companies that manufacture mobile information and communication technology components and devices, as well as systems, applications and software developers to launch new products to a global audience. For more information, please contact Iwona Bochenska: iwona.bochenska@illinois.gov.

Feb. 24 HUMAN RESOURCE COMPLIANCE IN CHINA: CRITICAL CHINESE LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT

LAW QUESTIONS. Webinar, sponsored by Woodburn Accountants & Advisors, will look at nine critical issues in Chinese labor and employment law to help foreign companies better understand the unique features of the largest labor market in the world. 3:30 – 4:30 a.m. CST. No fee; advance registration required. For information & registration, please see: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1236971874380974349?source=WB-Website.

Feb. 24 TARIFF CLASSIFICATION. Seminar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Harmonized System Convention; Overview of Harmonized Tariff Schedule of U.S.; The Export Schedule B; Classification Process; Extrinsic Interpretive Aids; Duty Determination; General Notes; Mechanics of Classification; Classification Exercises. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Doubletree Chicago-Schaumburg, 800 National Parkway, Schaumburg, IL. Fee: $545 (by January 24; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/tariff-classification-chicago-il/.

Feb. 25 HUMAN RESOURCE COMPLIANCE IN CHINA: HOW TO OBTAIN A WORK PERMIT AND

RESIDENCE VISA FOR FOREIGNERS IN CHINA. Webinar, sponsored by Woodburn Accountants & Advisors, will clarify who is placed under China’s three-tier talent grading system for foreigners and the implications of the classifications. 3:30 – 4:30 a.m. CST. No fee; advance registration required. For information & registration, please see: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/865358934425379085?source=WB-Website.

Feb. 25 NAFTA RULES OF ORIGIN. Seminar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: NAFTA – Overview; Definitions; A Closer Look at Origination; Finer Points of Origination; NAFTA and Special Sectors; The NAFTA Certificate of Origin Form; Country of Origin for Marking Purposes; NAFTA Strategies for Businesses; Appeal Procedures; Country of Origin Marking Rules; Record Keeping, Penalties, Denial of Benefits; Maquiladora Industry; Annex 401 Specific Rules of Origin; Regulatory Compliance and Enforcement; Other Free Trade Agreements. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Doubletree Chicago-Schaumburg, 800 National Parkway, Schaumburg, IL. Fee: $545 (by January 25; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/nafta/.

Feb. 25 INTERNATIONAL TRAFFIC IN ARMS REGULATION. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: The International Traffic in Arms Regulations and United States Munitions List; Registration with the State Department; ITAR Technical Data Controls; ITAR Licenses; Compliance and Enforcement; Regulation of Brokering Activities. 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CST. Fee: $345. For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/itar-webinar-6/.

Feb. 25 BIS LICENSE APPLICATION 748P: HOW TO PREPARE IT AND HOW TO ENSURE BEST

POSSIBLE APPROVAL TIME. Webinar, sponsored by the Export Compliance Training Institute, will provide basic training on the ins and outs of form 748P and will also address the most common causes that can lead to the dreaded “RWA” (return without action) response which means you must fix the deficiencies in your application and resubmit it. 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. CST. Fee: $195. For information & registration, please see: https://www.learnexportcompliance.com/webinar/bis-license-application-748p-how-to-prepare-it-and-how-to-ensure-best-possible-approval-time/.

Feb. 25 SUPPLY CHAIN OPPORTUNITIES IN THE U.S. AND CANADIAN MARINE SECTORS. Webinar, sponsored by the U.S. Commercial Service, the U.S. Marine Machinery Association and the Canadian Marine Industries and Shipbuilding Association, will cover emerging marine and shipbuilding opportunities across the North American continent, industry spotlights, cybersecurity requirements when working with the U.S. Department of Defense, etc. 12:30 – 2:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $25. For information & registration, please see: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=0QEH.

Feb. 26 HUMAN RESOURCE COMPLIANCE IN CHINA: HOW TO CALCULATE YOUR PERSONAL INCOME

TAX LIABILITY IN CHINA. Webinar, sponsored by Woodburn Accountants & Advisors, will discuss the amendments to China’s Individual Income Tax Law, their broad impact, the challenges faced by individual taxpayers as well as enterprises and how individuals and companies can make accurate tax calculations. 3:30 – 4:30 a.m. CST. No fee; advance registration required. For information & registration, please see: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6523755833239773453?source=WB-Website.

Feb. 26 IMPORTING PROCEDURES. Seminar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: The Import Regulatory Environment; Valuation; Country of Origin & Marking; Overview of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the U.S.; Duty Determination; Entry; Record Keeping; Other Import Considerations; Customs Enforcement; Customs Security. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Doubletree Chicago-Schaumburg, 800 National Parkway, Schaumburg, IL. Fee: $545 (by January 26; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/importing-procedures/.

Feb. 26 EXPORT ADMINISTRATION REGULATIONS. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Basis, Scope, Key Terms & Principles; Export Control Classification Principles; Technology Controls; Applying the EAR; Technology & Software; Commodity Classification Automated Tracking System & Licensing; Succeeding at Compliance in Your Organization; Interactive Exercises. 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CST. Fee: $345. For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/ear-webinar-6/.

Feb. 27 HUMAN RESOURCE COMPLIANCE IN CHINA: SOCIAL INSURANCE OBLIGATIONS IN CHINA. Webinar, sponsored by Woodburn Accountants & Advisors, will be looking at each of the social insurance premiums and the benefits to the employees by taking the example of Shanghai to show how social insurance premiums are calculated. 3:30 – 4:30 a.m. CST. No fee; advance registration required. For information & registration, please see: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7576610784602779405?source=WB-Website.

Feb. 28 DEVELOPING, IMPLEMENTING AND MAINTAINING CTPAT CERTIFICATION. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: CTPAT Basics & Recent Changes; Why CTPAT?; CTPAT Mechanics; CTPAT Minimum Security Criteria; Validations and Revalidations; CTPAT Annual Maintenance. 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CST. Fee: $345 (by January 20; $395 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/ctpat-webinar-4/.

Mar. 5 TRADE WARS, SLOWING GLOBAL ECONOMY, AND MONETARY POLICY. Program sponsored by The Chicago Council on Global Affairs. Presentation by Robert S. Kaplan, President and CEO, Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. 5:15 – 6:30 p.m., CCGA Conference Center, 130 East Randolph Street, Chicago. CCGA Members - $10; Non-members - $30. For information & registration, please see: https://www.thechicagocouncil.org/event/trade-wars-slowing-global-economy-and-monetary-policy.

Mar. 9 - AFRICA MULTI-SECTOR TRADE MISSION: KENYA & TANZANIA. The Illinois Office of Trade and 18 Investment invites qualified Illinois firms to participate in a trade mission to these strategic, fast-

growing nations. Kenya has a market-based economy and is considered the economic, commercial, financial and logistics hub of East Africa. With the strongest industrial base in East Africa, Kenya has been successful in attracting U.S. exporters. Tanzania is one of the 10 fastest growing economies in the world. Tanzania has an ambitious industrialization plan to transform into a middle-income economy by 2030. For more information, please contact Sam Ntum: sam.ntum@illinois.gov.

Mar. 10 EXPORTING MECHANICS: CULTURAL SENSITIVITY PROGRAM. Webinar sponsored by the National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America in cooperation with the Office of Digital Initiatives at the Department of Commerce. You will learn about cultural norms, traveling overseas, cultural understanding with negotiations and the duty of care for employees. 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CDT. Fee; $25. For information & registration, please see: http://www.ncbfaa.org/Scripts/4Disapi.dll/4DCGI/events/856.html?Action=Conference_Detail&ConfID_W=856&menukey=events.

Mar. 12 CLASSIFICATION FOR THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Introduction; Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the U.S.; General & Additional U.S. Rules of Interpretation; Special Considerations for Classifying Automotive Goods; Utilizing GRIs to identify the Most Appropriate Automotive Parts Heading; Steps for Effective Classification; Most Common Automotive Classification Errors; Classification Resources. 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CDT. Fee: $345. For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/auto-tariff-webinar-3/.

Mar. 12 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES IN JAMAICA. Webinar, sponsored by the U.S. Commercial Service, will discuss business opportunities for U.S. firms in Jamaica. 12:00 p.m. CDT. Fee: $35. For information & registration, please see: https://2016.export.gov/eac/show_detail_trade_events.asp?EventID=39686&InputType=EVENT.

Mar. 13 NAFTA AUTOMOTIVE – VEHICLES, PARTS & ACCESSORIES. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Summary Review; Qualifying Resources/Party Lines; Determining Origin; Audit Triggers; Rules of Origin (General Note 12, HTSUS); Documentation; Marking & Labeling for Automotive; Verification and Record-keeping; Penalties. 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. CDT. Fee: $345. For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/auto-nafta-webinar-3/.

Mar. 13 NEW EUROPEAN MEDICAL DEVICE REGULATION (MDR) 2017-745. Webinar, sponsored by ComplianceOnline, will discuss main differences between current EU Medical Device Directive (MDD) 93/42/EEC and new EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR) 2017-745 and how to ensure compliance with the new MDR requirements that will be mandatory starting May-2020. 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. CDT. Fee: $229. For information & registration, please see: https://www.complianceonline.com/eu-medical-device-regulation-mdr-2017-745-webinar-training-706302-prdw.

Mar. 16 - ASIA EDGE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MISSION TO INDONESIA AND VIETNAM. The United 24 States Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration (ITA), is organizing an

executive-led Business Development Mission to Southeast Asia, with stops in Jakarta, Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, and an optional program in Bangkok. This mission will be the first organized under the Asia Enhancing Development and Economic Growth through Energy (Asia EDGE) initiative and will include: meetings with national and regional government officials, chambers of commerce, and business groups; one-on-one business appointments with pre-screened potential buyers, agents, distributors and joint venture partners; and networking receptions for companies and trade associations representing companies interested in expansion into Southeast Asia. For information and an application, please see: https://2016.export.gov/eac/show_detail_trade_events.asp?EventID=39625&InputType=EVENT.

Mar. 16 - VIETNAM AND THE PHILIPPINES 2020. Sponsored by the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors and 20 Premiers, this multi-sector mission is organized to assist small to medium-sized companies from the

Great Lakes St. Lawrence region to export products and services to these important markets. Each mission participant will receive a customized schedule of B2B meetings with prospective customers and business partners. Mission participants will also benefit from networking events and logistical support provided by the GSGP Australia Trade Office. For information & an application, please see: http://www.gsgp.org/projects/international-trade/trade-missions/vietnam-and-the-philippines-2020/.

Mar. 17 EXPORTING PROCEDURES. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Structuring Export Sales to Foreign Markets; Negotiating Your Contract and Meeting Its Terms; Incoterms® 2010, Product Transportation & Risk of Loss; Forms of Payment; Customs & Tariff Planning Considerations; Export Controls; Freight Forwarders, Packing and Transportation; Reporting the Export; Export Documentation. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CDT. Fee: $545 (by February 17; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/exporting-procedures-webinar-2/.

Mar. 18 INCOTERMS® 2020 RULES. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Trade Terms for Domestic and International Transactions.; Incoterms® 2020 Product Transportation and Risk of Loss; Costing Methods; Case Studies; Mistakes Made: Court Cases Involving Incoterms® Rules. 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CDT. Fee: $345 (by January 21; $395 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/incoterms-webinar-2/.

Mar. 18 APPAREL CLASSIFICATION SERIES: KNIT TOPS. Webinar, sponsored by Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A., will review a variety of apparel samples and discuss the specific features that US Customs and Border Protection focuses on when determining the correct HTS classification and duty rate. 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. CST. Fee: $200. For information & registration, please see: https://www.strtrade.com/events-Apparel-Classification-Knit-Tops-031820.html.

Mar. 19 EXPORT TO MEXICO. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: An Overview of Mexico; Leaving the United States; Entering Mexico; Mexico Tariff Schedule; Non-tariff Regulations and Restrictions; Trade Promotions & Initiatives; Information Resources. 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CDT. Fee: $345 (by February 19; $395 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/export-to-mexico-webinar/.

Mar. 20 EXPORTING TO CANADA. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Doing Business in Canada, Eh?; To Market, To Market; Policers, PGAs, Partners & Providers; Expanding Your Markets: Leaving the U.S.; Canadian Import Procedures; Special Import Considerations & Duty Reduction Programs; NAFTA & Other Free Trade Agreements; CBSA Enforcement; Other Programs. 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CDT. Fee: $345 (by February 20; $395 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/export-to-canada-webinar/.

Mar. 23 TARIFF CLASSIFICATION. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Harmonized System Convention; Overview of Harmonized Tariff Schedule of U.S.; The Export Schedule B; Classification Process; Extrinsic Interpretive Aids; Duty Determination; General Notes; Mechanics of Classification; Classification Exercises. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CDT. Fee: $545 (by February 23; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/tariff-classification-webinar-2/.

Mar. 24 NAFTA RULES OF ORIGIN. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: NAFTA – Overview; Definitions; A Closer Look at Origination; Finer Points of Origination; NAFTA and Special Sectors; The NAFTA Certificate of Origin Form; Country of Origin for Marking Purposes; NAFTA Strategies for Businesses; Appeal Procedures; Country of Origin Marking Rules; Record Keeping, Penalties, Denial of Benefits; Maquiladora Industry; Annex 401 Specific Rules of Origin; Regulatory Compliance and Enforcement; Other Free Trade Agreements. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CDT. Fee: $545 (by February 24; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/nafta-rules-of-origin-webinar-2/.

Mar. 24 2020 EXPORT COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT AND FACILITATION. Program sponsored by The World Academy. Compliance industry experts will define export compliance demonstration strategies to address the core components of global trade facilitation and reasonable care management to meet the demands of the ever-evolving challenges of export compliance deliverables. 1:00 – 4:00 p.m., Chicago. Fee: $395. For information & registration, please see: https://www.theworldacademy.com/copy-of-incoterms-2020.

Mar. 25 INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: International Logistics Partners; Securing Your International Supply Chain; Ocean Bills of Lading and Common Carrier’s Obligations Toward the Shipper; Ocean Transportation; Air Waybills of Lading; Air Freight Transportation; Insurance; International Supply Chain Documentation. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CDT. Fee: $545 (by February 25; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/international-logistics-webinar-2/.

Mar. 25 2020 IMPORT COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT AND FACILITATION. Class, sponsored by The World Academy, will provide participants with an informed compliance format that will define import compliance demonstration strategies to address the core components of global trade facilitation and reasonable care management to meet the demands of the ever-evolving challenges of import compliance deliverables. 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Chicago. Fee: $345 (by March 4; $395 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.theworldacademy.com/product-page/3-25-chicago-il-2020-import-compliance-management-9-4-pm-1.

Mar. 26 LETTERS OF CREDIT. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Introduction/Decision Criteria; Letters of Credit as Methods of Payment; Review of L/C Procedure as Export & as Importer; Look at Various Types of L/Cs; Special Types of L/Cs; Uniform Customs and Practice for Documentary Credits; Transaction Review – Export; Transaction Review – Import; Case Study on an Export L/C; Non-traditional Payment Methods. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CDT. Fee: $545 (by February 26; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/letters-of-credit-webinar/.

Mar. 26 FOREIGN TRADE ZONE COMPLIANCE AWARENESS AND IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES. Program, sponsored by The World Academy, will review the entry options of trade preference privileges of foreign trade zone entries and bonded warehouse entries. 1:00 – 4:00 p.m., Chicago. Fee: $250. For information & registration, please see: https://www.theworldacademy.com/copy-of-htsus-classification-traini.

Mar. 31 - USA FAIR: ACCESS NIGERIA 2020. Sponsored by the U.S. Commercial Service in Lagos, Nigeria, Apr. 2 the event is the premiere opportunity for U.S. companies looking to do business in Nigeria to access

a substantial pool of targeted buyers, partners, agents, distributors, and government decision-makers in one stop. U.S. participants will: Have the opportunity for targeted pre-arranged or spontaneous B2B matchmaking with potential partner and buyers; Hear from Nigerian business owners and government officials about doing business in Nigeria and other topics relevant to the current business environment; Hear from the U.S. government about ways U.S. companies can take advantage of USG-sponsored financing opportunities, such as the Prosper Africa initiative; Attend a networking reception with the Nigerian business and government communities at the U.S. Consul General’s Residence. For information & registration, please see: https://web.cvent.com/event/335fadad-1fe3-4cfc-b598-f59d8f6eb29c/summary?RefId=USAFair2020.

Apr. 2 INCOTERMS® 2020 UPDATE. Webinar, sponsored by The World Academy, will provide an in-depth discussion regarding the new Incoterms® 2020 rules for clarification, education and professional information. 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. CDT. Fee: $95. For information & registration, please see: https://www.theworldacademy.com/product-page/4-2-webinar-incoterms-2020-update-1-2-pm.

Apr. 6 IMPORTING PROCEDURES. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: The Import Regulatory Environment; Valuation; Country of Origin & Marking; Overview of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the U.S.; Duty Determination; Entry; Record Keeping; Other Import Considerations; Customs Enforcement; Customs Security. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CDT. Fee: $545 (by March 6; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/importing-procedures-webinar-2/.

Apr. 7 IMPORTING 201. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: The Legal Requirement for Compliance; The Types of CBP Audits and Enforcement; Responding to CBP Audit Inquiries with a Focus on the FA; Long before the Audit: Preparing Your Company for Regulatory Enforcement. Practical Techniques and Solutions; Trusted Trader/ISA. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CDT. Fee: $545 (by March 7; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/importing-201-webinar-2/.

Apr. 9 - CEO PROGRAM AT THE CHINA MEDICAL EQUIPMENT FAIR (CMEF). The Corporate Executive 12 Office (CEO) Program is a trade show program designed to offer small and medium sized

companies a method of exhibiting at a trade show. The CEO is a specific area on the trade show floor (located within or next to the USA Pavilion) that is subdivided into meeting space, business center and small lounge seating. CMEF is the show to connect to all aspects of the Chinese medical industry: it hosts over 4,100 exhibitors from 28 countries and attracts about 120,000 visitors from over 150 countries. CEO registration deadline: February 1. For information & registration, see: https://2016.export.gov/build/groups/public/@eg_main/@byind/@healthtech/documents/webcontent/cmef2020131145.pdf.

Apr. 9 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES IN TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO. Webinar, sponsored by the U.S. Commercial Service, will discuss business opportunities for U.S. firms in Trinidad and Tobago. 12:00 p.m. CDT. Fee: $35. For information & registration, please see: https://2016.export.gov/eac/show_detail_trade_events.asp?EventID=39687&InputType=EVENT.

Apr. 14 EXPORTING MECHANICS: ACE EXPORT REPORTS FOR COMPLIANCE. Webinar sponsored by the National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America in cooperation with the Office of Digital Initiatives at the Department of Commerce. You will learn about the ACE reporting that will assist you in international transactions. 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CDT. Fee: $25. For information & registration, please see: http://www.ncbfaa.org/Scripts/4Disapi.dll/4DCGI/events/857.html?Action=Conference_Detail&ConfID_W=857&menukey=events.

Apr. 15 - SIAL CANADA (MONTREAL). The Illinois Office of Trade and Investment invites qualified Illinois 17 firms to participate in a trade mission to Canada’s largest trade show for the retail and foodservice

industries. In 2018, the show had over 1,000 exhibitors from 50 different countries, and there were more than 18,000 visitors from more than 60 countries. Canada is the ideal market to target U.S. food exports with its proximity, common language and similar culture. Covering every aspect of the Canadian food & beverage industry, SIAL Canada provides the perfect platform for Illinois exporters servicing institutional foodservices, restaurants, or grocery. For more information, please contact Godfrey Angara: godfrey.angara@illinois.gov.

Apr. 16 INTRODUCTION TO EXPORTING. Workshop sponsored by the Illinois SBDC International Trade Center at the College of Lake County. Presentation by Kevin Kim, International Trade Specialist, Illinois SBDC International Trade Center at the College of Lake County, who will discuss: export readiness; how to select target markets; market research and prioritization; finding good partners; methods of payment; insurance; managing your international shipments; and, export compliance. 9:00 – 10:30 a.m., CLC, 19351 West Washington Street, Room E119, Grayslake, IL. Fee: $25. For information & registration, please see: http://dept.clcillinois.edu/wpdi/sbdc/SBDCITCCourses.pdf.

Apr. 17 BE A GLOBAL UNICORN. Fifth annual Global Small Business Forum sponsored by: Global TradeSource Ltd.; Associated Bank; Foley & Lardner LLP; Multilingual Connections; and with support from the International Trade Association of Greater Chicago and others. Panelists include: Lori Novak, VP Foreign Exchange | Capital Markets, Associated Bank; Danny Park, CEO and Co-founder, RoboTHINK LLC; Aisha Ceballos-Crump, CEO and Founder, Honey Baby Naturals; Heather Acerra, co-founder, LUX Blox; Rajiv Khatau, Managing Director, LODAAT Pharma. 8:00 – 11:30 a.m., Foley & Lardner LLP, 321 North Clark Street, Suite 3000, Chicago. Admission - $40; Admission + Vendor Table - $400. For information & registration, please see: http://globalsmallbusinessforum.com/.

Apr. 20 - 2020 TRADE WINDS HONG KONG AND INDO-PACIFIC. Organized by the U.S. Department of 28 Commerce’s U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service (USFCS), this trade mission will include the

Trade Winds Indo Pacific business forum in Hong Kong, April 20 - 28, 2020. Trade mission participants may participate in their choice of mission stops based on recommendations from the USFCS. Each trade mission stop will include one-on-one business appointments with pre-screened potential buyers, agents, distributors and joint-venture partners, and networking events. Trade mission participants electing to participate in the Trade Winds Indo Pacific business forum may attend regional consultations with USFCS Senior Commercial Officers and Officers from participating State Department Partner Posts. This mission is open to U.S. companies from a cross section of industries with growth potential in Hong Kong and the Indo Pacific region, including but not limited to: aerospace and defense, consumer goods, energy, franchising, healthcare, environmental technologies, information & communication technologies, design & construction, and environmental technologies. For further information, please see: https://2016.export.gov/eac/show_detail_trade_events.asp?EventID=39642&InputType=EVENT.

Apr. 20 - EXPOMIN 2020 (SANTIAGO, CHILE). The Illinois Office of Trade and Investment invites 24 qualified Illinois firms to participate in a trade mission to Latin America’s largest mining fair that

promotes the exchange of knowledge, experience and especially technology. EXPOMIN gathers all the key sector players and attracts the largest concentration of world-class local and international supply companies. EXPOMIN has global attendance, with over 1,200 exhibitors and 70,000 visitors. For more information, please contact Lauro Arias: lauro.arias@illinois.gov.

Apr. 21 - IE EXPO (SHANGHAI, CHINA). The Illinois Office of Trade and Investment invites qualified Illinois 23 firms to participate in a trade mission to tap into the largest and fastest growing market for

environmental technologies. It is estimated that China’s environmental investment in the coming years will be nearly $1.3– 1.6 trillion. An estimated $286 billion will be spent on the air pollution sector, $315 billion will be spent on the water sector, and another $315 billion spent on the soil pollution sector. The Chinese environmental industry has maintained a 20% annual growth rate from 2004 to 2017; it is expected to keep the growth rate between 20% and 30% to 2020. For more information, please contact Zhigang Ren: zhigang.ren@illinos.gov.

Apr. 23 APPAREL CLASSIFICATION SERIES: EVERYTHING BUT KNIT TOPS. Webinar, sponsored by Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A., will review a variety of apparel samples and discuss the specific features that US Customs and Border Protection focuses on when determining the correct HTS classification and duty rate. 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. CST. Fee: $200. For information & registration, please see: https://www.strtrade.com/events-Apparel-Classification-Everything-but-Knit-Tops-042320.html.

May 7 DEVELOPING, IMPLEMENTING AND MAINTAINING CTPAT CERTIFICATION. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: CTPAT Basics & Recent Changes; Why CTPAT?; CTPAT Mechanics; CTPAT Minimum Security Criteria; Validations and Revalidations; CTPAT Annual Maintenance. 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CDT. Fee: $345 (by April 7; $395 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/ctpat-webinar-5/.

May 8 COUNTRY OF ORIGIN. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Kyoto Convention - World Customs Organization; Reasons for Rules of Origin; Substantial Transformation; Free Trade Agreements and the Tariff Shift Standard; Federal Trade Commission “Made in USA” Requirements. 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CDT. Fee: $345. For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/country-of-origin-webinar-6/.

May 11 INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: International Logistics Partners; Securing Your International Supply Chain; Ocean Bills of Lading and Common Carrier’s Obligations Toward the Shipper; Ocean Transportation; Air Waybills of Lading; Air Freight Transportation; Insurance; International Supply Chain Documentation. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CDT. Fee: $545 (by April 11; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/international-logistics-webinar-3/.

May 12 ` LETTERS OF CREDIT. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Introduction/Decision Criteria; Letters of Credit as Methods of Payment; Review of L/C Procedure as Export & as Importer; Look at Various Types of L/Cs; Special Types of L/Cs; Uniform Customs and Practice for Documentary Credits; Transaction Review – Export; Transaction Review – Import; Case Study on an Export L/C; Non-traditional Payment Methods. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CDT. Fee: $545 (by April 12; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/letters-of-credit-webinar-2/.

May 14 INTERNATIONAL TRAFFIC IN ARMS REGULATION. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: The International Traffic in Arms Regulations and United States Munitions List; Registration with the State Department; ITAR Technical Data Controls; ITAR Licenses; Compliance and Enforcement; Regulation of Brokering Activities. 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CDT. Fee: $345. For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/itar-webinar-7/.

May 14 DRAFTING A STRONG, BINDING INTERNATIONAL CONTRACT. Workshop sponsored by the Illinois SBDC International Trade Center at the College of Lake County. Presentation by Dimetrus Evans, Managing Attorney, The Evans International Law Firms, who will examine draft wording normally included in international business contracts with a focus on distribution contracts and proforma invoices. 10:00 – 11:30 a.m., CLC, 19351 West Washington Street, Room E119, Grayslake, IL. Fee: $25. For information & registration, please see: http://dept.clcillinois.edu/wpdi/sbdc/SBDCITCCourses.pdf.

May 15 EXPORT ADMINISTRATION REGULATIONS. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Basis, Scope, Key Terms & Principles; Export Control Classification Principles; Technology Controls; Applying the EAR; Technology & Software; Commodity Classification Automated Tracking System & Licensing; Succeeding at Compliance in Your Organization; Interactive Exercises. 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CDT. Fee: $345. For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/ear-webinar-7/.

May 19 EXPORTING PROCEDURES. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Structuring Export Sales to Foreign Markets; Negotiating Your Contract and Meeting Its Terms; Incoterms® 2010, Product Transportation & Risk of Loss; Forms of Payment; Customs & Tariff Planning Considerations; Export Controls; Freight Forwarders, Packing and Transportation; Reporting the Export; Export Documentation. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CDT. Fee: $545 (by April 19; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/exporting-procedures-webinar-3/.

May 20 INCOTERMS® 2020 RULES. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Trade Terms for Domestic and International Transactions.; Incoterms® 2020 Product Transportation and Risk of Loss; Costing Methods; Case Studies; Mistakes Made: Court Cases Involving Incoterms® Rules. 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CDT. Fee: $345 (by April 20; $395 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/incoterms-webinar-3/.

May 21 EXPORT TO MEXICO. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: An Overview of Mexico; Leaving the United States; Entering Mexico; Mexico Tariff Schedule; Non-tariff Regulations and Restrictions; Trade Promotions & Initiatives; Information Resources. 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CDT. Fee: $345 (by April 21; $395 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/export-to-mexico-webinar-2/.

May 22 EXPORTING TO CANADA. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Doing Business in Canada, Eh?; To Market, To Market; Policers, PGAs, Partners & Providers; Expanding Your Markets: Leaving the U.S.; Canadian Import Procedures; Special Import Considerations & Duty Reduction Programs; NAFTA & Other Free Trade Agreements; CBSA Enforcement; Other Programs. 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CDT. Fee: $345 (by April 22; $395 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/export-to-canada-webinar-2/.

May 31 - TRADE MISSION TO THE CARIBBEAN REGION. Organized by the U.S. Department of Commerce, June 5 this mission will include the Trade Americas – Business Opportunities in the Caribbean Region

Conference in Bridgetown, Barbados on May 31-June 1, 2020. The mission is open to U.S. companies from a cross section of industries with growing potential in the Caribbean region, but is focused on U.S. companies in best prospects sectors such as: Automotive Parts and Services; Construction Equipment/Road Building Machinery/Building Products/Infrastructure projects; Medical Equipment and Devices/Pharmaceuticals; ICT; Energy Equipment and Services; Safety and Security Equipment; Hotel and Restaurant Equipment; Franchise; Manufacturing Equipment; Yachting industry/Maritime services/Sailing Equipment. The combination of participation in the Trade Americas – Business Opportunities in the Caribbean Region Conference and business-to-business matchmaking appointments in the Caribbean region markets, will provide participants with access to substantive information about and strategies for entering or expanding their business across the Caribbean region. For information and an application, please see: https://2016.export.gov/eac/show_detail_trade_events.asp?EventID=39668&InputType=EVENT.

June 2 - EXPO PACK 2020 (MEXICO CITY). The Illinois Office of Trade and Investment invites qualified 5 Illinois firms to participate in a trade mission to one of the most recognized trade events showcasing

the latest solutions in packaging and processing machinery, materials, and containers. Target industries include: food and beverage, processing, pharmaceutical, cosmetics and personal care, containers and material solutions. Expo Pack drew over 100 exhibitors and more than 18,000 visitors during the 2019 edition. For more information, please contact Lauro Arias: lauro.arias@illinois.gov.

June 16 - FABTECH CANADA 2020 (TORONTO). The Illinois Office of Trade and Investment invites 18 qualified Illinois firms to participate in a trade mission to Canada’s largest and most comprehensive

trade show for metal forming, fabricating, welding, and finishing. Exhibitors at FABTECH Canada showcase tools, equipment and solutions for metal forming, fabricating, welding, and finishing needs. FABTECH Canada only happens every two years – so don’t miss this chance to make new connections, strengthen your business and increase profits in Canada. For more information, please contact Godfrey Angara: godfrey.angara@illinois.gov.

June 16 TARIFF CLASSIFICATION. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Harmonized System Convention; Overview of Harmonized Tariff Schedule of U.S.; The Export Schedule B; Classification Process; Extrinsic Interpretive Aids; Duty Determination; General Notes; Mechanics of Classification; Classification Exercises. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CDT. Fee: $545 (by May 16; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/tariff-classification-webinar-3/.

June 17 NAFTA RULES OF ORIGIN. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: NAFTA – Overview; Definitions; A Closer Look at Origination; Finer Points of Origination; NAFTA and Special Sectors; The NAFTA Certificate of Origin Form; Country of Origin for Marking Purposes; NAFTA Strategies for Businesses; Appeal Procedures; Country of Origin Marking Rules; Record Keeping, Penalties, Denial of Benefits; Maquiladora Industry; Annex 401 Specific Rules of Origin; Regulatory Compliance and Enforcement; Other Free Trade Agreements. 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CDT. Fee: $545 (by May 17; $595 thereafter). For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/nafta-rules-of-origin-webinar-3/.

June 24 CLASSIFICATION FOR THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Introduction; Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the U.S.; General & Additional U.S. Rules of Interpretation; Special Considerations for Classifying Automotive Goods; Utilizing GRIs to identify the Most Appropriate Automotive Parts Heading; Steps for Effective Classification; Most Common Automotive Classification Errors; Classification Resources. 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CDT. Fee: $345. For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/auto-tariff-webinar-4/.

June 25 NAFTA AUTOMOTIVE – VEHICLES, PARTS & ACCESSORIES. Webinar sponsored by the Global Training Center. Topics include: Summary Review; Qualifying Resources/Party Lines; Determining Origin; Audit Triggers; Rules of Origin (General Note 12, HTSUS); Documentation; Marking & Labeling for Automotive; Verification and Record-keeping; Penalties. 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CDT. Fee: $345. For information & registration, please see: https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/event/auto-nafta-webinar-4/.

About the ITA/GC Founded in December 1977, The International Trade Association of Greater Chicago (ITA/GC) was incorporated in January 1979 as an Illinois not-for-profit, voluntary business association dedicated to promoting international commerce in all its forms by providing a forum for the exchange of practical information and insight within the international business community. The ITA/GC’s focus is on practicality: on building knowledge and enabling relationships that help people do international business. While our scope of interest is diverse – all aspects of trading and

commercial activity across all geographies and all industries – our work is simple: to help others gain understanding that is personal, current and actionable.

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