New in 2010, KWTC is now offering a series of classes designed as tutorials on a variety of condensed topics. These two hour classes are perfect for those interested in to-the-point education on important topics in international trade. Export Documentation will teach attendees what documents are needed to ship your goods overseas, where to find the documents and how to obtain the information needed to fill out these documents. The class will be instructed by freight forwarding company, Held & Associates, Inc.

This program is led by Christina Weis, Esq., a partner with Husch Blackwell Sanders LLP. The program will provide the information exporting companies need to know to comply with U.S. export controls for commercial goods and defense articles and services. In addition, the program will cover economic sanctions, export control reform and enforcement activity. Topics of discussion will include: • Who controls exports • Who is responsible • Export Administration Regulations • License requirements • Ways to export • Classification • International Traffic in Arms Regulations • Registration with the DDTC • Licensing and Agreements • Commodity Jurisdiction Requests • Technology transfers and deemed exports • Enforcement • Penalties • Reexports • Office of Foreign Assets Control • Developing controls and implementation of export compliance programs • Elements of effective export compliance programs

An 8-week investment can help open new markets and possibilities for your sales staff and your company! The Kansas World Trade Center will host an intermediate level business Spanish course every Tuesday & Thursday from February 9, 2010 through April 1, 2010. The class will be limited to eight students in order to achieve the maximum education benefit, so sign up as soon as possible! The instructor of this course, Mr. Tom Grimwood, learned Spanish as a second language and experienced the culture first hand while living and working on assignment in Spanish speaking countries for 20 years.

KWTC is now offering a series of classes designed as tutorials on a variety of condensed topics. These two hour classes are perfect for those interested in to-the-point education on important topics in international trade. “Key Elements of an Export Marketing Plan” will teach attendees important factors to consider when identifying an export market and where to obtain market research and trade information. The class will be taught by Shailey Innes, Trade Advocacy & Marketing Director, with the KWTC.

KWTC is now offering a series of classes designed as tutorials on a variety of condensed topics. These two hour classes are perfect for those interested in to-the-point education on important topics in international trade. “Determining Product Import Documentation & Regulations” will teach attendees where to find the governing regulations on their imports to determine necessary documentation and how to obtain information needed to fill out these documents. The class will be taught by Karyn Page, President/CEO of the KWTC.

This seminar will be instructed by Christina Weis and Steve Chace with Husch Blackwell Sanders. Topics covered will include: role of CBP, reasonable care, customs entry process, classification, special trade programs, customs valuation, country of origin & marking, protecting intellectual property rights, record keeping requirements, post-entry inquiries/challenges, penalties/prior disclosure, focused assessment/quick response audit.

Advanced Import Compliance - 10+2/Lacey Act Update Topics covered will include: more extensively cover reconciliation & recordkeeping, more extensively cover Lacey Act & 10+2 including overview, requirements, timelines, etc; C-TPAT update & information, Role of supply chain partners, regulations; advanced/details process for post audits, and fungible imports.

**FOR BEGINNERS** KWTC is now offering a series of classes designed as tutorials on a variety of condensed topics. These two hour classes are perfect for those interested in to-the-point education on important topics in international trade. “Identifying Foreign Suppliers” will teach attendees important steps in the process of locating foreign suppliers and the resources available.

This two-day program is led by BIS's professional counseling staff and provides an in-depth examination of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The program will cover the information exporters need to know to comply with U.S. export control requirements on commercial goods. We will focus on what items and activities are subject to the EAR; steps to take to determine the export licensing requirements for your item; how to determine your export control classification number (ECCN); when you can export or reexport without applying for a license; export clearance procedures and record keeping requirements; Export Management Compliance Program (EMCP) concepts; and real life examples in applying this information. Presenters will conduct a number of "hands-on" exercises that will prepare you to apply the regulations to your own company's export activities. This program is well suited for those who need a comprehensive understanding of their obligations under the EAR. Gene Christiansen with the Department of Commerce will be instructing. MEMBER/INTELLIPORT DISCOUNTS DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS SEMINAR. EVERYONE WILL BE CHARGED A STANDARD RATE OF $400.00 REGARDLESS OF POSTED NON-MEMBER PRICE. SPECIAL HYATT HOTEL RATE OF $105 PER NIGHT AVAILABLE. CONTACT SHAILEY INNES AT 316-264-5982 FOR MORE INFORMATION.

On May 25-26 the Kansas World Trade Center will host the Bureau of Industry & Security’s (BIS) “Complying With US Export Controls” seminar in Wichita, KS. Additionally, we will independently host a 3rd day seminar, “Advanced Export Controls/ITAR – Aircraft Specific”, which is only being held consecutively with this BIS Export Controls seminar here in Wichita. Gene Christiansen with BIS at the Department of Commerce will be instructing at both the BIS “Complying With US Export Controls” seminar as well as the “Advanced Export Controls/ITAR – Aircraft Specific” seminar. In addition, we have also confirmed participation for “Advanced Export Controls/ITAR – Aircraft Specific” from Linda Smith from DTSC at the Office of the Secretary of Defense who participated in KWTC’s 2009 Export Controls/ITAR seminar as well as Mal Zerden’s team at DDTC at the Department of State. The caliber of instructors who will be participating at these seminars is unmatched. This is a great opportunity to receive updates and information on these regulations and to connect with key persons in the governing agencies. SPECIAL HYATT HOTEL RATES OF $105 PER NIGHT AVAILABLE. CONTACT SHAILEY INNES AT 316-264-5982 FOR MORE INFORMATION.

George Keller, CPA - President of Customs Advisory Services, Inc. will be instructing this seminar. **CONFIRMED DATE: 06-24-2010** Registration is now available online. Check back soon for confirmed details for this event. For more information or to register in advance, contact Shailey Innes at 316-264-5982 or innes@kansaswtc.org.

**Tentative Date: 08-02-2010** Registration is currently unavailable online. Check back soon for confirmed details for this event. For more information or to register in advance, contact Shailey Innes at 316-264-5982 or innes@kansaswtc.org.

**Tentative Date: 08-12-2010** Registration is currently unavailable online. Check back soon for confirmed details for this event. For more information or to register in advance, contact Shailey Innes at 316-264-5982 or innes@kansaswtc.org.

**Tentative Date: 08-26-2010** Registration is currently unavailable online. Check back soon for confirmed details for this event. For more information or to register in advance, contact Shailey Innes at 316-264-5982 or innes@kansaswtc.org.

**Confirmed Date 09-08-2010** Registration is currently unavailable online. Check back soon for confirmed details for this event. For more information or to register in advance, contact Shailey Innes at 316-264-5982 or innes@kansaswtc.org.

**Tentative Date: 09-16-2010** Registration is currently unavailable online. Check back soon for confirmed details for this event. For more information or to register in advance, contact Shailey Innes at 316-264-5982 or innes@kansaswtc.org.

**Tentative Date: 10-20-2010** Registration is currently unavailable online. Check back soon for confirmed details for this event. For more information or to register in advance, contact Shailey Innes at 316-264-5982 or innes@kansaswtc.org.

**Tentative Date: 10-26 through 10-27-2010** Registration is currently unavailable online. Check back soon for confirmed details for this event. For more information or to register in advance, contact Shailey Innes at 316-264-5982 or innes@kansaswtc.org.

**Tentative Date: 10-28-2010** Registration is currently unavailable online. Check back soon for confirmed details for this event. For more information or to register in advance, contact Shailey Innes at 316-264-5982 or innes@kansaswtc.org.

**Tentative Date: 11-18-2010** Registration is currently unavailable online. Check back soon for confirmed details for this event. For more information or to register in advance, contact Shailey Innes at 316-264-5982 or innes@kansaswtc.org.

**Tentative Date: 12-09-2010** Registration is currently unavailable online. Check back soon for confirmed details for this event. For more information or to register in advance, contact Shailey Innes at 316-264-5982 or innes@kansaswtc.org.