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• 2026 Winter Back to Basics (VIRTUAL)

  • Start
    23 Feb 2026
  •  
    1:00 PM
  • End
    27 Feb 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    WEBEX

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  Monday, February 23 - Friday, February 27, 2026 | 1:00-5:00 PM EST

  Agenda will be posted closer to the event date

  Join SIA at the 2026 Virtual Back to Basics Conference - an important first step to learning about how to export articles on the United States Munitions List (USML) and the Commerce Control List (CCL) and the associated defense services and technology.

  This conference has been reorganized to provide an improved learning experience for online learning.  The SIA Back to Basics Conference is ideal for newcomers (less than 5 years of experience) to export licensing, as they will be provided with a step-by-step guide to using the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Emphasis will be placed on panels that cover the license application process and the requirements for submitting licenses to the Department of State, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) as well as to the Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) for review and approval. Attendees will hear firsthand from U.S. Government speakers about procedures and policies governing the export license process while becoming familiar with the various types of licenses, agreements, exemptions and exceptions and the requirements and conditions associated with each.

  REGISTRATION INFORMATION	Attendees are responsible for making their own event registration. If paying by check, please contact the SIA Business Office at sia@siaed.org and your account will be updated accordingly so your registration is not cancelled.
  CUT-OFF DATE	Registration will close on Friday, February 20, 2026
  SUBSTITUTIONS	Attendee must notify SIA’s Business Manager by email at least 48 hours in advance of the conference if you wish to send a substitute participant. Registered attendees may not "share" a single registration.
  CANCELLATIONS	Cancellation requests must be sent in writing to sia@siaed.org by Monday, February 20, 2026 to be eligible for a refund. There will be a $35 fee for all cancellations and bank returned checks. Refunds will not be provided for cancellation requests received after Monday, February 20, 2026.
  REFUND REQUESTS AS A RESULT OF TECHNICAL ISSUES	It is the responsibility of the attendee to confirm system requirements and test their computers prior to the start of the webinar and refunds will not be issued after an event has started. (Turn off your VPN if possible.)
  	If a technical failure at the attendee’s home or workplace prevents access to the live webinar, refunds will not be made. Please log into the event at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. CLICK HERE TO TEST WEBEX
  ONLINE PAYMENT "ERROR"	Some users are receiving an error "NOT AUTHORIZED" when entering their credit card number. This is caused by the VPN your organization is using for online protection. Please use a non-VPN device such as at Home or Library, etc., or contact the SIA Business Office for assistance at sia@siaed.org.
  RECORDING	By participating, you agree not to audio record or video record any part of the webinar under any circumstances unless you obtain express written permission from SIA.
  CONNECTING TO THE WEBEX LINK	The WEBEX link will be provided to all registrants on Friday, February 20 and will also be sent each day prior to the start of the event.  The link will be the same for all 5 days of the conference.

  
  

  SIA MEMBER & ATTENDEE CODE OF CONDUCT Membership in SIA and attendance at SIA functions is subject to the observance of SIA’s Code of Conduct.  Any member or attendee who violates this Code is subject to expulsion from membership and may be excluded from future SIA events.  The meetings and functions of SIA are designed to facilitate the free exchanges of ideas and information.  Information from these sessions is not for attribution or publication.  Recording devices may not be used. SIA members and attendees are expected to uphold the highest standards of personal conduct at all SIA functions.  Members and/or attendees shall not solicit business or otherwise seek any private or personal financial gain in attending or participating in any SIA meeting or function; including the distribution of material not approved in advance by the SIA Board.  Membership/event attendee lists shall not be used or sold for any commercial or promotional purpose. SIA PROGRAMS - QUALIFICATION FOR CLE/CPE CREDITS SIA Conferences and Seminars may qualify for Continuing Legal Education (CLE) or Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Credits, depending upon the specific jurisdictional requirements. Please check your local jurisdiction.

  
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• 2026 Basics of US Export Controls in Sydney, Australia

  • Start
    23 Mar 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    24 Mar 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    PULLMAN SYDNEY HYDE PARK | 36 COLLEGE STREET SYDNEY NSW 2000

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  Two-Day Conference

  U.S. Export Controls Conference — Sydney, Australia
  Monday, March 23 – Tuesday, March 24, 2026 | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

  This is a FREE event  - Once you are registered for this event, your name will be added to the "WAITLIST/Registrant Verification List" and submitted for approval of complimentary attendance. You will receive confirmation once the approval process has been completed.

  Join us in Sydney, Australia, on March 23–24, 2026, for a high-level U.S. Export Controls Conference. This two-day program is designed for export compliance professionals, trade and regulatory counsel, government officials, and business leaders engaged in international trade, defence, and advanced technologies.

  The objectives of the conference are to increase participants' export controls expertise and to provide opportunities to build networking relationships. The two-day conference will include presentations from leading government and industry experts and provide attendees the chance to share their own perspectives. The core focus for the conference is on interactive learning of the participants through group discussions and panel sessions.

  Across two comprehensive days, attendees will explore:

  • Recent and upcoming changes in U.S. export control policy and regulations

  • Practical compliance strategies for multinational organizations and defence contractors

  • Licensing, classification, and jurisdictional challenges, including real-world case studies

  • Enforcement priorities and risk mitigation

  • Sector-specific issues impacting defence, aerospace, advanced manufacturing, and dual-use technologies

  • International collaboration and regulatory alignment among allied partners

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• 2026 Spring Advanced Conference (VIRTUAL)

  • Start
    11 May 2026
  •  
    1:00 PM
  • End
    13 May 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

  Register

  Monday, May 11 - Wednesday, May 13, 2026 | 1:00 - 5:00 PM EST

  Agenda will be posted closer to the event date
  

  REGISTRATION INFORMATION Attendees are responsible for making their own event registration. Registration must be guaranteed with a major credit card or check prior to the start of the Webinar. If paying by check, please contact the SIA Business Office at sia@siaed.org and your account will be updated accordingly so your registration is not cancelled.

  CUT-OFF DATE Registration will close on  May 4, 2026.

  SUBSTITUTIONS Attendee must notify SIA’s Business Manager by email at least 48 hrs in advance of the conference if you wish to send a substitute participant. Registered attendees may not "share" a single registration.

  CANCELLATIONS Cancellation requests must be sent in writing to sia@siaed.org by Monday, May 4, 2026 to be eligible for a refund. There will be a $35 fee for all cancellations and bank returned checks. Refunds will not be provided for cancellation requests received after Monday, May 4, 2025.

  REFUND REQUESTS AS A RESULT OF TECHNICAL ISSUES It is the responsibility of the attendee to confirm system requirements and test their computers prior to the start of the webinar and refunds will not be issued after an event has started. (Turn off your VPN if possible.)

  ONLINE PAYMENT "ERROR" Some users are receiving an error "NOT AUTHORIZED" when entering their credit card number. This is caused by the VPN your organization is using for online protection. Please use a non-VPN device such as at Home or Library, etc., or contact the SIA Business Office for assistance at sia@siaed.org.

  RECORDING By participating, you agree not to audio record or video record any part of the webinar under any circumstances unless you obtain express written permission from SIA.

  SIA MEMBER & ATTENDEE CODE OF CONDUCT Membership in SIA and attendance at SIA functions is subject to the observance of SIA’s Code of Conduct.  Any member or attendee who violates this Code is subject to expulsion from membership and may be excluded from future SIA events.  The meetings and functions of SIA are designed to facilitate the free exchanges of ideas and information.  Information from these sessions is not for attribution or publication.  Recording devices may not be used. SIA members and attendees are expected to uphold the highest standards of personal conduct at all SIA functions.  Members and/or attendees shall not solicit business or otherwise seek any private or personal financial gain in attending or participating in any SIA meeting or function; including the distribution of material not approved in advance by the SIA Board.  Membership/event attendee lists shall not be used or sold for any commercial or promotional purpose. SIA PROGRAMS - QUALIFICATION FOR CLE/CPE CREDITS SIA Conferences and Seminars may qualify for Continuing Legal Education (CLE) or Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Credits, depending upon the specific jurisdictional requirements. Please check your local jurisdiction.

  Thank you for supporting SIA!

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• 2026 Summer Back to Basics Conference (IN PERSON)

  • Start
    13 Jul 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    15 Jul 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    The Westin - Arlington Gateway | 801 North Glebe Road, Arlington, VA
  • Spaces left
    131

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  Monday, July 13 - Wednesday, July 15, 2026 | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST

  Agenda will be posted closer to the event date

  The Summer Back to Basics conference is an important first step to exporting articles on the United States Munitions List (USML) and the Commerce Control List (CCL) and the associated defense services and technology. This conference is ideal for newcomers (less than 5 years of experience) to export licensing, as they will be provided with a step-by-step guide to using the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Emphasis will be placed on the license application process and the requirements for submitting licenses to the Department of State, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) as well as to the Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) for review and approval. Attendees will become familiar with the various types of licenses, agreements, exemptions and exceptions and the requirements and conditions associated with each. U.S. Government (USG) speakers will provide insight into the procedures and policies governing the export licensing process.

  Ample time for questions will be included each day. In addition, a special Roundtable Q&A Session with panelists and invited guests will be held at the conclusion of Day 2. The Conference will integrate hands-on workshops with practical transaction scenarios and corresponding licensing/agreements/exemption/exception exercises. These exercises will give attendees the opportunity to apply what they have learned while USG experts and defense industry peers are close at hand to answer questions and provide guidance. Speakers will include participants from USG agencies such as DDTC, Defense Technology Security Administration (DTSA), BIS, and members of the defense industry.

  REGISTRATION INFORMATION	Attendees are responsible for making their own event registration.  If paying by check, please contact the SIA Business Office at sia@siaed.org and your account will be updated accordingly so your registration is not cancelled.
  CUT-OFF DATE	Registration will close on Wednesday, July 1, 2026
  SUBSTITUTIONS	Attendee must notify SIA’s Business Manager by email at least 48 hours in advance of the conference if you wish to send a substitute participant. Registered attendees may not "share" a single registration.
  CANCELLATIONS	Cancellation requests must be sent in writing to sia@siaed.org by Wednesday, July 1, 2026 to be eligible for a refund. There will be a $35 fee for all cancellations and bank returned checks. Refunds will not be provided for cancellation requests received after Wednesday, July 1, 2026. If you are unable to attend after this date you will be able to register for the next VIRTUAL Back to Basics event at no cost.
  ONLINE PAYMENT "ERROR"	Some users are receiving an error "NOT AUTHORIZED" when entering their credit card number. This is caused by the VPN your organization is using for online protection. Please use a non-VPN device such as at Home or Library, etc., or contact the SIA Business Office for assistance at sia@siaed.org.
  RECORDING	By participating, you agree not to audio record or video record any part of the webinar under any circumstances unless you obtain express written permission from SIA.

  
  

  SIA MEMBER & ATTENDEE CODE OF CONDUCT Membership in SIA and attendance at SIA functions is subject to the observance of SIA’s Code of Conduct.  Any member or attendee who violates this Code is subject to expulsion from membership and may be excluded from future SIA events.  The meetings and functions of SIA are designed to facilitate the free exchanges of ideas and information.  Information from these sessions is not for attribution or publication.  Recording devices may not be used. SIA members and attendees are expected to uphold the highest standards of personal conduct at all SIA functions.  Members and/or attendees shall not solicit business or otherwise seek any private or personal financial gain in attending or participating in any SIA meeting or function; including the distribution of material not approved in advance by the SIA Board.  Membership/event attendee lists shall not be used or sold for any commercial or promotional purpose. SIA PROGRAMS - QUALIFICATION FOR CLE/CPE CREDITS SIA Conferences and Seminars may qualify for Continuing Legal Education (CLE) or Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Credits, depending upon the specific jurisdictional requirements. Please check your local jurisdiction.

  Thank you for supporting SIA!

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