Foreign Corrupt Practices Act

Hosted by: 

U.S. Commercial Services

In Partnership With:

DEC Louisiana
Department of Justice FBI
Jones Walker

Corruption is bad for global business. It's also illegal under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act of the U.S. (FCPA), and the related Anti-Bribery Convention of QECD members. 

Join the Louisiana District Export Council, Jones Walker, and the U.S. Commercial Service for a two-part, live webinar series. These sessions will present best practices for reliable compliance strategy and a resilient corporate culture to combat criminal corruption and its corrosive effects. This training includes a live presentation from the Federal Bureau of Investigation. 

Topics that will be covered:

• Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) - An overview with practical guidance
  •  Wednesday, May 13
    •  Includes: Who is subject to the law? Who is a foreign official? What is a thing of value? What are common mistakes?
• Case Studies in FCPA Compliance - A panel presentation
  • Thursday, May 14
    • Includes: Real-world examples of how to maintain compliance, from the perspective of practitioners and executives.

Speakers:

• Mr. Jeffery Coleman, Supervisory Special Agent, International Corruption Unit, FBI, U.S. Dept. of Justice
• Mr. Barbee Ponder, Corporate Counsel, Globalstar Inc.
• Ms. Erin Butler, Director, U.S. Commercial Service New Orleans

Attorneys, please note: Pre-approved for two hours of CLE credit through Louisiana Bar Association. Other state CLE equivalences possible - please contact jh.jackson@trade.gov before registering.