Thursday, April 24th

Professional Association of Exporters and Importers

Presents

A Closer Review of Current Export and Import Compliance Challenges

Join Us for an Exclusive In Person Event!

Join us for a timely discussion on the evolving regulatory landscape affecting global trade. This event will cover key compliance hurdles, recent policy updates, and best practices to mitigate risks in export and import operations. Industry experts will share insights on navigating complex requirements, ensuring adherence to international trade laws, and avoiding costly penalties. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and enhance your compliance strategies.

This program will be a full-day event broken into two sessions – a morning discussion on export topics and an afternoon discussion on import topics. Attendees have the option of attending one or both sessions. 

Who Should Attend:

• Export Compliance Professionals (Novice & Experienced)
• Legal and Regulatory Affairs Specialists
• Supply Chain and Logistics Managers
• In-house and Corporate Counsel

What You’ll Learn:

Export Discussion Topics

• End-Use and End-User Screening: Emphasis on due diligence expectations within the electronics industry, particularly concerning the sales chain. Additionally, consideration of potential expansions in military, intelligence, and foreign security end-use and end-user controls, as proposed by the Biden Administration.
• Expansion of Reexport, Foreign Direct Product, and De Minimis Jurisdiction: Assessment of regulatory changes affecting jurisdictional scope in these areas.
• Deemed Export Compliance: Best practices for licensing, internal controls, and hiring policies to ensure compliance with deemed export regulations.
• Latest Regulatory and Policy Updates: Discussion on the latest export controls and sanctions updates under the Trump Administration. 

Import Discussion Topics

• Tariff and Trade Policy Changes: Recent U.S. trade policy shifts have introduced new tariffs and import regulations, particularly targeting Chinese-origin goods. The reinstatement of tariffs up to 25%, including on UK-sourced products, has disrupted supply chains and increased costs for businesses and consumers. This policy shift has been compared to a “second Brexit” for UK marketplace sellers, potentially driving up consumer prices and reducing online sales.
• Forced Labor and Human Rights Compliance: The U.S. has intensified efforts to block imports linked to forced labor, particularly from Xinjiang, China. The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act has resulted in bans on goods from specific Chinese companies, reinforcing the need for businesses to scrutinize their supply chains to ensure compliance with human rights standards.
• De Minimis Rule Adjustments: The suspension of the de minimis rule for Chinese-origin goods has removed duty-free entry for low-value parcels, significantly impacting industries such as fashion that relied on this exemption. The change has led to higher tariffs and potential disruptions in global supply chains.
• Supply Chain Transparency and Ethical Sourcing: Regulatory initiatives, including the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive and similar U.S. measures, are increasing requirements for supply chain transparency. Companies must now address issues like modern slavery, ensuring compliance with human rights standards across global supply chains.

This in-person seminar at Adobe World Headquarters in San Jose, California can be attended for either the half or full day. Full day attendees enjoy a reduced price. The schedule breakdown will be as follows: 

• Event duration 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. PST
  • 3 hours for Exports in the morning
  • 1 hour lunch 
  • 3 hours for Imports in the afternoon

Event Speakers: 

Export Speakers

• Steve Brotherton, Principal Trade & Customs, KPMG
• Michael E. Rithmire, Director of Global Trade & Compliance, Lam Research 
• Amy Papendorf, Director, Global Trade Compliance, NVIDIA

Import Speakers

• George Tuttle III, Attorney, Tuttle Law Firm
• James Kim, Attorney, ArentFox Schiff
• Mario Reyes, Director of Global Trade Compliance & Facilitation for the Americas, Intel

Speaker Bios:

Steve Brotherton, Principal Trade & Customs, KPMG

Steve Brotherton is the Principal of Trade & Customs at KPMG, leading a global team of over 85 export control professionals across 15 countries. He advises Fortune 50 companies, mid-sized firms, and start-ups on export controls and sanctions compliance, offering expertise in compliance program development, investigations, audits, and technology-driven solutions. Before KPMG, he led the Export Controls & Sanctions practice at major law firms and served on the U.S. Department of Commerce’s RPTAC advisory committee. Steve specializes in developing compliance tools, managing outsourced compliance solutions, and implementing advanced trade technology, including AI and Global Trade Management systems.

Michael E. Rithmire, Director of Global Trade & Compliance, Lam Research AM Global Operations

Michael Rithmire is the Director of Global Trade at Lam Research, overseeing export compliance for all global operations. With 35 years in government, including 20 years at the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), he previously served as Director of the Sensors and Aviation Division, leading policy development and implementation of multilateral export controls. His extensive career includes roles in national security, export licensing, nonproliferation, and oversight of classified defense programs at the Department of Defense. Michael holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Alabama in Huntsville and an MBA from George Washington University.

Amy Papendorf, Director, Global Trade Compliance, NVIDIA

Amy Papendorf currently serves as the Director of Global Trade Compliance at NVIDIA Corporation. In this role she helps set policy, provides legal advice to cross-functional teams and coordinates activities involved in export/import regulatory compliance. She has over 20 years of experience in the global trade field working in diverse industries such as semiconductors, aerospace and defense, and has worked in multiple capacities including in house and external counsel, consulting and operations. She holds a law degree from Rutgers University.

George Tuttle III, Attorney, Tuttle Law Firm

George Tuttle, III is an attorney with the law firm of George R Tuttle Law Offices. He has been in practice for 40 years. His practice emphasis is on Customs, international trade regulation, and export compliance. He works with clients, including customs brokers and freight forwarders on import and export related matters. He assists companies with compliance audits, including broker compliance and penalty cases; determine correct customs duties and values, tariff classifications and duty preference eligibility; obtain administrative rulings, submit Prior Disclosures, and resolve penalty, seizure, and enforcement cases. He litigates matters before the United States Court of International Trade (CIT) and the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) in Washington D.C., on matters such as tariff classification and customs valuation.

James Kim, Attorney, ArentFox Schiff

James Kim is an international trade attorney at ArentFox Schiff with over a decade of experience across public and private sectors. He advises clients in industries such as electronics, solar, automotive, e-commerce, and biotech on navigating regulatory issues, minimizing duty exposure, and defending against government inquiries and penalties. James also represents clients in litigation before the Court of International Trade. His practice covers a wide range of customs and trade issues, including tariff classification, valuation, origin rules, special tariffs (Section 301, 232, and 201), duty drawback, AD/CVD enforcement, and export controls and sanctions. He also advises on compliance with anti-forced labor laws, Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) clean energy credits, Made in USA labeling rules, partner government agency regulations, and Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) reviews. 

Mario Reyes, Director of Global Trade Compliance & Facilitation for the Americas, Intel

Mario Reyes is the Director of Global Trade Compliance and Facilitation for the Americas at Intel, leading a team across North, Central, and South America to ensure seamless trade, identify strategic opportunities, and mitigate risk. With 25 years of experience in international trade, he has worked in freight forwarding, customs brokerage, and compliance program development for multinational companies. A U.S. Licensed Customs Broker with a degree in Global Trade and Customs, Mario thrives on leadership, mentorship, and navigating evolving regulations. Having lived and worked in the U.S., Mexico, and Costa Rica, he is known for his optimism, attention to detail, and results-driven approach. Outside of work, he enjoys supporting his children’s sports and dance activities, motorsports, and his wife’s multinational cooking.

Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025

Time:  Full day: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. PST

Exports Session: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Lunch served for all: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Imports Session: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 

Location:    Adobe World Headquarters  | 321 Park Avenue, San Jose, California 

*Free parking is available to attendees.

Registration: PAEI members $70 for half day attendance, $125 for whole day attendance. Non-members $95 for half day attendance, $150 for whole day attendance.

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Location: Adobe World Headquarters 

Address:

321 Park Ave, San Jose, California, 95110, United States