Many US exporters are not taking full advantage of the benefits offered by recently passed Free Trade Agreements (FTA); others continually find themselves being denied the preferential tariff treatments for their products. Join us Wednesday, Feb. 8, for the Navigating NAFTA and Free Trade Agreements Trade Talk to arm your company with the knowledge to claim the benefits of the North American Free Trade Agreement and other free trade agreements (NAFTA/FTA) while avoiding delays, additional expenses and lost opportunities.
This trade talk seminar will cover the main steps in navigating FTA’s with a strong emphasis on compliance. Participants will leave with practical tools for completing certification of products, complying with Rules of Origin classifications of goods under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
What You’ll Learn:
- NAFTA and Free Trade Agreement Requirements
- Structure and classification of goods under the Harmonized System
- How the Harmonized System of classification relates to NAFTA and the Free Trade Agreements
- How to correctly apply specific Rules of Origin and the qualification process
- Proper completion of Certificates of Origin as they relate to NAFTA and the Free Trade Agreements
- Maintaining the required FTA records
Who Should Attend:
Members of the sales, marketing, logistics, customer service, credit, finance, and compliance departments within your company can benefit from a better understanding of NAFTA requirements and learn the secrets to smoother cross border shipments, sales, and profits.
Event Info:
| Navigating NAFTA and Free Trade Agreements Date: Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2012 Time: 8:30am-2:00pm Location: Ramada Plaza Suites – Etude Room 1635 42nd St. S., Fargo ND Cost: $40 for NDTO Members; $80 for non-members Please register by Friday, Feb. 3, 2012 |
About the Presenter:
Bonnie Anderson is a graduate of Metropolitan State University and a seasoned professional, having been employed by several high-tech manufacturing companies, including 10 years for a military defense contractor. Anderson has over 39 years of experience in international trade, holding various positions in International Contracts, International Traffic/Logistics, Offshore Procurement, International Program Management and Import/Export Trade Compliance.
