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Tax Considerations for Exporters
Global Considerations Related to Intellectual Property Rights
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Export Compliance
Export Documentation & Logistics
Export Marketing & Sales
Export Bootcamp en Español
Trade Finance
Industry Focused Programs
Discover Opportunities in Asia
World Trade Month Partner Sessions
Tax Considerations for Exporters
Global Considerations Related to Intellectual Property Rights
Export Compliance Sessions Export Compliance Webinar Series (10-part series)
Cost: $300 for the entire series
Register for the Series
Join the U.S. Department of Commerce for a multi-part webinar series, featuring USG and private sector experts who will present on a multitude of export compliance topics. This webinar series features topics germane to both new and seasoned export compliance professionals. The webinars will run from May1st - May 30th 2023.Sessions Schedule:
Monday, May 1, 2023: Introduction to the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and Export BasicsTuesday, May 2, 2023: Complying with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)Wednesday, May 3, 2023: OFAC OverviewTuesday, May 9, 2023: License ExceptionsThursday, May 11, 2023: Deemed ExportsTuesday, May 16, 2023: Developing a Corporate Export Management and Compliance Program (EMCP)Thursday, May 18, 2023: Site Visits, Enforcement Actions and Voluntary DisclosuresWednesday, May 24, 2023: Export Controls at Trade ShowsThursday, May 25, 2023: FCPATuesday, May 30, 2023: Ask a Compliance Professional?Register for the Series
Questions? Contact: Anthony.Sargis@trade.gov
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Export Documentation Awareness Training
Date: Wednesday, May 3, 2023
Cost: Free
Register for Training
Please join the U.S. Commercial Service and Mohawk Global Logistics for an export documentation awareness webinar. This webinar will assist businesses to understand the documents used for an export transaction, their function and preparation, terminology, and resources available to exporters.
Attendees will learn:
Questions, Contact: John.Tracy@trade.gov or Jacqueline.Torcellini@trade.gov
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Managing Global Trade Costs Through Foreign Trade Zones (FTZ)
Date: Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Time: 1:00 PM ET
Cost: FREE
Register Here
This webinar will focus on how FTZs work and how U.S. companies can use them to manage their global trade costs. Experts will share information on the application process, operations, and benefits of operating an FTZ. Participants will also hear the testimony of a company located in the Orange County, NY FTZ #37. By the end of this webinar, participants should have a greater understanding of FTZs and how they operate, the resources and options open to U.S. businesses to help them with international trade and assess whether an FTZ is right for their company.
Questions, Contact: Joan.Kanlian@trade.gov
Export Marketing & Sales Sessions
Fundamentals of Foreign Military Sales Register for Sessions
This seminar will be a 1-hour facilitator-led overview of the U.S. Government’s International Sales Security Assistance Programs, Policies and Participants, and will focus on key tenets of ‘Doing Business Overseas’ through Foreign Military Sales, Foreign Military Financing-Program and Direct Commercial Sales. The seminar will utilize case-study vignettes and facilitator-to-attendee interactions to discuss the development of international sales strategies, partner nation engagements, requirement generation, letter of request (LOR) construction and completeness, and allowable acquisition and contracting policies and regulations to optimize the growth of your international sales portfolio
Questions? Contact: Brian.Beams@trade.gov or Anthony.Sargis@trade.gov
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New Tools for Exporters - Due Diligence, Outsourced Exporting & Market Research
Date: Monday, May 1, 2023 Cost: Free Register For Webinar
When looking to enter new international markets, insufficient due diligence, partner identification, and market research can result in faulty decisions regarding partner vetting, shipping strategies, and market selection. Attend this webinar to learn how to de-risk exporting via due diligence strategies, export management resources, and market research tools. Brought to you by the Rural Export Center.
Questions, Contact: Heather.Ranck@trade.gov
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Developing a Post COVID Export Sales Strategy
Date: Tuesday, May 2, 2023 Time: 2:00-3:30 PM ET Cost: Free Register For Webinar
The pandemic disrupted much of business operations and plans throughout the world. Many firms have had to revise their sales strategies and rethink their business opportunities. Despite the challenges and drastic changes, export opportunities do abound and, in fact, in some markets and for specific goods/services, they have expanded to a larger group of American companies. This webinar will review how international business patterns have changed since Covid, why U.S. companies are in a better position to pursue export opportunities now, where to find those opportunities, and the financial and logistical resources available to help them navigate international markets.
Questions, Conact: Carmela.Mammas@trade.gov
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The Nuts & Bolts of Exporting - not the Bells & Whistles
Date: Wednesday, May 3, 2023 Time: 12:00-1:00 PM ET
Cost: Free Register For Webinar
A hands-on approach to what it takes to succeed in exporting your company’s product or service. Topics will include tips on how to identify the best global markets to target, how to leverage the services offered by the US Dept. of Commerce, how to choose the right overseas partner and other “Best Practices” of exporting US products and services. Webinar will include key tips on how to find and choose international reps, agents, and distributors for your US made products and services and export pricing. Presenter Peter Tierney is the Director of the Harlem Export Assistance Center. Mr. Tierney has worked for the largest Export Management Company (EMC) in the US and has been helping US companies export their products and services for 20+ years in the private sector.
Questions, Contact: Peter.Tierney@trade.gov or Mark.Fleming@trade.gov
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Considerations for Going Global
Date: Wednesday, May 3, 2023
Cost: Free
Register For Webinar
Join us during Export Week for an introduction to international trade webinar and learn how the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC), the U.S. Commercial Service and the Small Business Administration (SBA) are helping small businesses begin their export journey and increase their international sales. Each year, thousands of U.S. companies boost their bottom line and competitiveness by meeting world demand for innovative, quality, U.S. products and services. This webinar will focus on how U.S. firms can gain greater market access by exporting and what to consider to ensure your company is ready to conduct business internationally.
Questions, Contact: Alexandra.Natale@trade.gov
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Increasing Your Company’s Export By Partnering With An Export Management Company (EMC)
Date: Thursday, May 4, 2023
Cost: Free
Register For Webinar
Learn strategies to manage your company’s work with trade intermediaries or Export Management Companies - EMCs. Find out if your company is a good fit to work with an Export Management Company. Presenter Peter Tierney is the Director of the Harlem Export Center in New York. Mr. Tierney worked for the largest Export Management Company in the US. Mr. Tierney also ran an Export Management Company that exported US-made renewable energy products to 45 countries. Attendees will learn valuable hands-on advice on finding and vetting an EMC to handle your company’s exports. Learn best practices on how German and Japanese manufacturers rely on export companies to aggressively develop export sales of their products.
Questions, Contact: Peter.Tierney@trade.gov or Mark.Fleming@trade.gov
Export Bootcamp en Español
Date: Thursday, May 4, 2023
Cost: Free
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El programa “Export Bootcamp” tiene el objectivo ayudar a nuevas empresas exportadoras y exportadores en Luisiana a aumentar sus ventas internacionales. Cada Bootcamp ofrece presentaciones llenas de información de parte del Consejo de Exportación del Distrito de Luisiana y otros expertos locales, regionales y nacionales en comercio internacional.
Los temas cubiertos incluyen:
Logística
Financiación del comercio
Selección y Entrada al Mercado
Publicidad digital
Cumplimiento regulatorio
Los bootcamps también incluyen una sesión interactiva de “Export Expert” durante la cual una empresa de Luisiana describe sus experiencias al comenzar a exportar, incluidos los beneficios obtenidos, desafíos superados y las lecciones aprendidas.
Questions, Contact: Indalecio.Vallejos@trade.gov
Trade Finance Sessions
Trade Finance Five-Part Webinar Series
Cost: Free
Register For Webinar
Is your small business new to exporting or looking to start? Are you an experienced exporter of goods and/or services and looking to increase your company’s international sales?
Join U.S. Department of Commerce, SBA, ExIm Bank, SBDC, and other private sector export industry professionals for this conversational webinar series on how small businesses can finance and increase their international sales while managing repayment risks.
Five Part Trade Finance Webinar Series Schedule: Monday, May 1, 2023 11:00am-12:00pm Eastern Government Resources for Small Business Exporters
Kick off the Export Finance Series with opening remarks by Gabe Esparza, SBA’s Associate Administrator for the Office of International Trade. The webinar will include a panel of experts that will cover the various exporter resources that are available to help small businesses grow their international sales. Join a panel of experts to learn how to access export resources, find international buyers, get paid on international orders, and access to capital to help your business enter the global marketplace!Tuesday, May 2, 2023-11:00am-12:00pm EasternExport Credit Insurance & Payment Terms, Letters of Credit, Stand-by Letters of Credit– Tips and Best Practices
Introduction to export credit insurance; what is it, what benefit it provides to small business exporters, and how payment terms can be used as a sales tool to generate higher export sales. This webinar will be an interactive discussion with Ex-Im Bank, a credit insurance broker, and a commercial bank with tips on how you get paid on export sales, the advantages and risks of the different types of payment, from cash in advance to letters of credit to open account. Foreign exchange and the use of Standby Letters of Credit will also be covered.Wednesday, May 3, 2023-11:00am-12:00pm EasternExport Business Planning & Finding New International Markets for your small business
This webinar will help you to prepare your company for exporting in addition to coaching you on how to prepare for a financing conversation with your bank. In this webinar you will learn how formulating a solid export plan will prepare you for that financing discussion with your lender and why a good relationship with a knowledgeable lender is so important when pursuing international sales. Also learn some tips on how to identify the best international markets for your company’s products or services using digital tools.
Thursday, May 4, 2023¬11:00am-12:00pm EasternGrow Your Export Sales Using Grant Funding!
Are you a small business looking to expand? Did you know that the best way to boost your bottom line is to look outside of our US borders. Selling internationally can help protect your bottom line from the ebbs and flows of the U.S. market while granting you access to more buyers. Learn about SBA’s State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) and Food Export’s Branded Program which supports small businesses with reimbursable grant funding for eligible export-related costs. STEP provides reimbursable grants to small businesses to help offset export-related costs, such as participating in international trade shows, translations, website optimization & localization, product compliance testing, and more! Food Export’s Branded Program provides 50% cost reimbursement for a wide variety of international marketing activities for small business exporters of food and agricultural products. Join the webinar for a panel discussion to learn more about grant funding opportunities for small business exporters.Friday, May 5, 2023¬11:00am-12:00pm Eastern Financing for Small Business Exports
Are you and existing exporter that needs short-term export working capital financing or longer-term financing to support the acquisition of fixed assets, permanent working capital, debt refinancing, or business acquisitions? Learn about Ex-Im Bank and SBA’s respective export loan programs and which program is appropriate for your company’s specific financing needs. Webinar to include a small business exporter panel that will share their experience using these U.S. government support export loan programs
Moderator: Joseph Raycraft, Export Finance Manager – New England Region, SBA
Questions? Contact: Brian.Beams@trade.gov Anthony.Sargis@trade.gov
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Making Sense of Foreign Currency Exchange
Date: Thursday, May 4, 2023
Cost: Free
Register For Webinar
Join us during Export Week as we dive into factors affecting the price of your goods abroad. Many events at home and abroad create fluctuations in the value of the dollar. We welcome representatives from Bannockburn Global Forex to guide us through the current factors affecting market volatility – global economic conditions, geopolitical events, central bank policies, to name a few – and provide practical risk mitigation solutions to protect your bottom line.
Questions? Contact: Brian.Beams@trade.gov
Industry Focused Programs
Mozambique Franchise Market Overview: Best Prospects for U.S. Franchisors Date: Tuesday, May 2, 2023 Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ESTCost: Free to attend, registration required.
Register For Webinar
Attend this informative webinar to learn why as a U.S. franchisor you should be exploring Mozambique. Be prepared to learn from Government executives, Mozambique industry executives, and hear franchisee case studies from Mozambique.
Questions? Contact: Eric.Johnson@trade.gov
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Smart and Sustainable Mobility Opportunities in the United Arab Emirates
Date: Wednesday, May 3, 2023
Cost: Free
Register For Webinar
The UAE has a Net Zero by 2050 strategic initiative aiming to reach zero carbon emissions by 2050. The country has launched several initiatives to reduce carbon emissions within the transport sector using environmentally friendly mobility solutions including Electric Vehicles (EVs), Electric Boats, Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL), and hydrogen-powered vehicles. The UAE, particularly Dubai, is aspiring to be one of the smartest places in the world by introducing innovative Autonomous Vehicles (AVs).
Questions? Contact: Juanita.Harthun@trade.gov
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Travel and Tourism 2023 Official Forecast
Date: Thursday, May 4, 2023
Cost: $25
Register For Webinar
The U.S. federal government recently released the official forecast of international visitation to the United States. ITA’s National Travel and Tourism Office (NTTO) forecasts the total volume of international visitation to the United States to increase to 62.8 million in 2023, up 11 million, or 21.2%, from 2022. The forecast also estimates international visitation to reach 82.4 million in 2025, surpassing pre-pandemic 2019 visitation, and reach 91 million in 2027 spending $279 billion across the nation. Please join us for an in-depth presentation of the forecast provided by David Huether, Deputy Director of Research at the National Travel and Tourism Office. The international visitation forecast includes actual annual visitation for years 2019-2022 and forecasted annual visitor volume for years 2023-2027. Join us to learn more about overall visitation as well as the 18 largest source markets based on 2019 visitor volume. The forecast of international visitation includes three measurements: volume (in thousands); annual percent change; and share of 2019 volume for each covered source market.
Questions? Contact: Anastasia.Xenias@trade.gov and Aron.Davidson@trade.gov
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Education as an Export and Catalyst for Economic Development
Date: Thursday, May 4, 2023 Cost: Free Register For Webinar
Please join ITA’s Deputy Assistant Secretary for Travel and Tourism Mark Keam, the Commercial Service Knoxville, Study Tennessee and the District Export Council of Tennessee (the DEC) for a brief presentation and Q&A regarding the importance of education as an export and a net revenue generator for the local economy, as well as the role it can play as a partner in local economic and workforce development. Representatives from Study Tennessee, the Commercial Service Knoxville and the District Export Council will be available to respond to your questions and provide contacts in your local community for forging connections as we work to brand Tennessee in the new global economy.
Questions? Contact: Jennifer.woods@trade.gov
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FIME 2023 Informational Webinar
Date: Thursday, May 4, 2023
Cost: FREE
Register For Webinar
WHY FIME? The largest trade show for the medical device and equipment industry in the Americas!
FIME will be back at the Miami Beach Convention Center, hosting the largest trade event for medical device and equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors in the Americas with over 12,000 trade professionals from more than 110 countries across the world. With $106 million worth of business generated on the show floor in 2022, we are once again ready to welcome you back to business in June 2023. The U.S. Commercial Service (CS) will be partnering with Informa to support FIME. To this end, CS Commercial Specialists from U.S. Embassies around the world will be escorting business delegations from their respective countries to the show. If you are a U.S. company interested in learning more about international market opportunities for your product or service and how you can make the most out of being at FIME, join this pre-show informational webinar!
Questions? Contact: Rod.Hirsch@trade.gov
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New International Market Research Tools for the U.S. Education Sector
Date: Thursday, May 4, 2023
Cost: Free
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Join this webinar if you work in international student recruitment or want to export your educational offerings internationally. The Rural Export Center will share recently developed international market research tools and services that have been tailored for the education sector. These services leverage powerful data tools and the U.S. government’s international network of offices to help you make informed decisions. Offered in partnership with the U.S. Commercial Service Global Education Team.
Attendees will receive:
a free mini-Matrix (market research tool)
a list of available data points for Education Sector research
Questions? Contact: Darin.Stromstad@trade.gov
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China’s Medical Device Market
Date: Thursday, May 4, 2023
Cost: $25
Register For Webinar
The medical device market in China is currently $46.2 billion and is expected to grow 5% annually through 2030. Imported medical devices accounted for two-thirds of this market in 2022, with U.S. suppliers claiming $5.6 billion in sales. Market segments experiencing sustained demand include diagnostic imaging, high-value consumables, and orthopedics. Demand also exists for digital CT scanners, digital x-ray machines, electrocardiography (ECG), electroencephalography (EEG), electromyography (EMG), MRI equipment, ultrasound scanners, implants, immuno-diagnostics, point-of-care testing (POCT), and joint-related products. This webinar will focus on market opportunities, market access requirements, IP considerations, and regulatory updates. We will clarify the role of China’s dominant public healthcare system and its burgeoning private hospital system, as well as how to sell into each of these segments.
The agenda for this session is as follows:
Welcome Remarks, Laurie Farris, Minister Counselor for Commercial Affairs, U.S. Embassy Beijing
China Medical Device Market Overview, Chang Zhang, Senior Principal & Peter Yang, Senior Principal, IQVIA
China IVD Market Overview, Yuan Li, Senior Principal, Economic Intelligence, the Economist Group
NMPA Regulatory Requirements and Registration Pathway, Hamish King, Chief Executive Officer, Cisema
IP Protection in China, Juli Schwartz, IP Attaché, U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Shanghai
Questions? Contact: Taylor.Little@trade.gov
Discover Opportunities in Asian Markets: South Korea and Bangladesh Date: Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Cost: $30
Register For Webinar
Come join U. S. Commercial Service’s team as we discuss market opportunities with our U.S. Embassy colleagues, AmCham partners, and Advocacy Center. This webinar will cover the status of the markets, key target sectors, regulatory developments, emerging trends. Our two markets will be Bangladesh and South Korea. Two-way trade between the United States and Bangladesh reached $10.65 billion in 2021, an increase of 35 percent from the previous year when trade was impacted by COVID-19. Notable industrial goods exported to Bangladesh in recent years include turbines for power generation, commercial aircraft and parts, and locomotives. South Korea has become a leader in high-tech industries. The industries targeted by the Korean Government include healthcare (medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology), industrial chemicals, information technology (IT) components, semi-conductor manufacturing, aerospace and defense, energy, environmental technology, and transportation (including reviving the shipbuilding industry).
Questions? Contact: Anastasia.Mukherjee@trade.gov and Shannon.Christenbury@trade.gov
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Strategies For Success In Asia-Webinar Series Date: Thursday, May 4, 2023 (recurring monthly until Thursday, October 5, 2023) Time: 11:00am Eastern (8:00am Pacific) Cost: $180 for webinar series Register for the Series
Strategies for Success in Asia is a monthly series of virtual events that will give U.S. companies the tools and information to be successful in Asia and to grow business in the region’s many promising markets. Each webinar in the series will present a key exporting topic specifically tailored to address the opportunities and challenges in the Asian market, and will also offer a key market spotlight.
Questions? Contact: Frances.Selema@trade.gov
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China Decarbonization Snapshot Webinar Date: May 4, 2023 Cost: $25 Register For Webinar
Learn about policy efforts in China’s 2nd and 3rd tier cities to decarbonize industries. This informational webinar will position your U.S. firm to better understand decarbonization efforts in China and where your products or solutions might fit into the market. Regardless of whether you decide to move forward in China, understanding the market with in-depth, on-the-ground insight will position your firm to develop resilient supply chains. Our Commercial Service experts stand ready to support your objectives.
Questions? Contact: Elizabeth.Laxague@trade.gov
World Economic Update Date: Wednesday, May 3, 2023
Cost: $50
Register For Video
Hear from experts as they present a World Economic Update at the 37th annual Michigan World Trade Week Business Conference. Featured speakers include Colin Bird, Consul General of Canada in Detroit. He will be joined by International Economists Emma KurtzFreilich and Brett McGee from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration who will discuss the economic health of key target U.S. export markets. This hybrid event will live-stream featured speakers for a 1-hour session. ($50.00) Or participants may register to attend in person for $150.00. The in-person option includes a 1/2-day program with breakout sessions, lunch, and networking reception. ($150.00)
Questions? Contact: Kendra.Kuo@trade.gov
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Export Resources for Nebraska Small Businesses Date: Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Cost: Free
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Grow your business by going global and you don’t have to do it alone! Hear from local experts that offer many free services to small businesses that want to start or expand exporting their goods and services. Speakers include the US Small Business Administration, the US Commercial Service, Nebraska Business Development Center, Nebraska Department of Economic Development, and Ex-Im Bank.
Questions? Contact: M eredith.Bond@trade.gov
VAT in the Hat: What You Need to Know About Value-Added Tax
Date: Tuesday, May 2
Cost: Free
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Join us for this free session on Tuesday, May 2 at 3:30pm ET/12:30pm PT to learn about the Value Added Tax (VAT) in the EU, UK, Australia, and other markets. Our speaker is EuroVAT Co-Founder Britta Eriksson. EuroVAT is celebrating 30 years of VAT assistance, and Ms. Eriksson is one of the most knowledgeable experts on VAT in the United States. During this session, we will discuss:
What is VAT?
VAT in the EU and UK
VAT in Australia and Internationally
When does a U.S. company register and charge VAT?
…if I’m selling online?
…if I’m drop shipping?
…if I’m just attending a conference/trade show?
…if I’m selling a service?
How does a U.S. company get VAT refunded?
Questions? Contact: Taylor.Little@trade.gov
U.S. Income Tax Implications for Manufacturers Doing Business Internationally Date: Wednesday, May 3, 2023 Cost: $25 Register For Webinar
Has your company been impacted by the tax law changes, specifically IRS Code Section 174 regarding disallowed research and development deductions? Are you doing business on a global basis and uncertain if you are in compliance with all the IRS rules and regulations? Come join the U.S. Commercial Service, CT District Export Council, and Marcum LLP to hear about certain U.S. income tax implications facing U.S. manufacturers doing business abroad. Topics will include the foreign-derived intangible income deduction and global intangible low-taxed income (GILTI) provisions, allocation and sourcing of income and deductions for global business activities, and a general legislative tax update affecting manufacturers. This includes IRS Code Section 174 and the deferral of deductibility of certain research and development costs.
Content will be relevant for the following groups:
Questions? Contact: Melissa.Grosso@trade.gov
Global Considerations Related to Intellectual Property Rights
Date: Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Cost: $25
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Join the U.S. Commercial Service for an informative webinar on global intellectual property rights. Attorneys David Leibovitch and John Mutchler of Robinson + Cole LLP will provide an overview of the protection and enforcement of patents and trademarks. The discussion will cover the basics of patents from the application process to enforcement, both domestically and abroad. Similarly, trademark protection and enforcement in the U.S. and foreign jurisdictions will be addressed.
Questions? Contact: Melissa.Grosso@trade.gov
