Definition and assessment of essential activities in Mexico vis-à-vis those in the U.S.A. • Understanding the role of the different Mexican federal and local authorities on regulation, compliance and enforcement. • Administrative and legal means to address inspections, sanctions and closings in Mexico. • Potential evolution on the definition of essential activities and inclusion of new sectors and industries, particularly those related to cross-border supply chain and international trade with the U.S.A. • Company preparedness to re-starting non-essential activities in Mexico. • Assessing and mitigating political, community-related and reputational risks as a result of current or future restarting of operations […]

Please see below for a learning opportunity from the South Florida District Export Council (DEC). This webinar, the second in a series, will be a great opportunity for you to learn about new programs available through the Export-Import Bank. Please join Elena Mendez, Regional Director for the Eastern Region at the Export-Import Bank, who will share information about programs and resources available through Ex-Im Bank. WHEN: Thursday, April 30 at 3:00 p.m. WHERE: This is a WEBINAR. Please register at https://southfloridadec.com/join-us-for-a-brief-webinar-on-exim-bank-resources/ to receive an access link and passcode. Sponsor: South Florida DEC Fee: FREE Contact: Yamilee Bastien Email: Office.Miami@trade.gov More Info: https://southfloridadec.com/join-us-for-a-brief-webinar-on-exim-bank-resources/ Event Registration

This is an important discussion as we look to make sure you have the insight you need to get business back on track and make mission critical decisions. We sincerely hope you can make the time and join us. Discussion Topics • New Operational Protocols in Trade & Logistics • Employment Considerations • Work Visa Complications • SBA Loan Forgiveness Requirements & Sources of Capital • Tax Considerations in the CARES Act Speakers • Frank Diaz, PriceSmart • Chris Gregg, Hellmann Worldwide Logistics Inc. • Jonathan Beckerman, Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP • Gina Polo, Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney […]

Upcoming projects in Argentina, Brazil, Canada, the Caribbean Region, Central America, Colombia, Jamaica, and Panama Opportunities for U.S. companies in different areas of the energy sector, including generation, distribution, maintenance, modernization, efficiencies, and more Procurement needs, licensure and registration requirements in different countries. Trade barriers and market access issues U.S. Government international trade contacts to support your international sales growth Sponsor: U.S. Commercial Service Fee: $25 Contact: Trade.gov Email: info@trade.gov More Info: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=0QHL Event Registration

In the past, EEI has not been heavily enforced by CBP, but recently we are seeing cases with fines upwards of $10,000 for violations. Make sure your exports are compliant with the latest regulations. Join us as Peter Quinter, Attorney (U.S. Customs and International Trade Law Group, GrayRobinson, P.A.), provides us with an overview of best practices involving Electronic Export Information that should be submitted through the Automated Export System (AES). Peter will be joined by Lourdes Leon, president of Atlantic Overseas Express and chair of the FCBF Board of Directors, who will share her experience with proper export documentation […]

La Cámara de Comercio de España-EE.UU. en Miami junto con GOCA Consulting y el World Trade Center analizarán los requisitos para exportar productos agroalimentarios a EE.UU. así como, la ley FSMA y sus novedades. Conoceremos la situación actual del comercio electrónico y como las tendencias del consumidor están cambiando tras la crisis generada por el Covid-19. Sponsor: Spain-US Chamber of Commerce Fee: No cost Contact: Spain-US Chamber of Commerce Email: rsvp@spainchamber.org Event Registration

Does your company know all of the tools and resources available to help you navigate this challenging time? Whether you are a new trading company or a seasoned exporter, don’t miss this opportunity to get to know the resources available to you through CBP and its partner government agencies (PGAs). Join featured speakers Valarie Neuhart, Acting Director of CBP's Office of Trade Relations and Lenny Feldman, Senior Member at Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, to learn about outreach programs at CBP’s Office of Trade Relations as well as timely topics such as: •CBP’s training programs on regulatory compliance for small businesses […]

International Trade Week | Session Three: CBP – Fines, Penalties and Forfeitures (FP&F) Office Topic: Penalties, Liquidated Damages, Prior Disclosures and Seizures Speakers: Lorena Silva, Chief Paralegal Specialist and Jeannie Perez, Supervisory Paralegal Specialist Contact World Trade Center Miami: info@worldtradecenter.org Click Here to Register

WHO SHOULD TAKE IATA TRAINING This course is intended for shippers, freight forwarders, and hazmat employees involved in the handling, shipping, and/or transport of dangerous goods by air. INTRODUCTION IATA (ICAO) Air Training provides required initial or recurrent training to participants involved with the shipping, handling, and/or transport dangerous goods by air. IATA (ICAO) Air Training is based on the requirements outlined in Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations (49 CFR), International Air Transport Association Dangerous Goods Regulations (IATA DGR) and the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO) Technical Instructions. Employees who have undergone initial or recurrent training in the past […]

Take advantage of this great opportunity and learn about upcoming projects in the region. Procurement needs, licenses and registration requirements in different countries, trade barriers and market access issues. U.S. Government international trade contacts to support your international sales growth.   Sponsor: U.S. Commercial Service Fee: $25 Contact: Bryan Goldfinger Email: Bryan.Goldfinger@trade.gov More Info: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=0QHD   Event Registration

International Trade Week | Session Eight: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Topic: CPSC 1USG Notification Project Speaker: John Blachère, International Trade Specialist Office of Import Surveillance Contact World Trade Center Miami: info@worldtradecenter.org Click Here to Register

Do You Ship Lithium Batteries? If so, then BDG has you covered! Lithium batteries have been a hot topic in the DG industry over the last few years and are subject to frequent regulatory changes. Stay current with the requirements for lithium battery shipments by joining us for one of our upcoming instructor-led webinars! Who Should Attend Our Lithium Battery Webinars? Our upcoming webinars are geared towards shippers, handlers, freight-forwarders, and carriers of excepted lithium batteries. (Under 100Wh) Webinar Details: All webinars occur between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM EST. Our daily schedule includes a 1 hour lunch break and […]