Apr 02 2008
conference: fcpa boot camp, 5/28-29
We get so many of these things in the mail constantly. Here is another conference on the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) called “ FCPA Boot Camp“. Sounds rigorous: a 2 day, 9am-5pm affair, but should prove to be interesting. This one takes place in Chicago, IL, at the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place. Here are some details:
All companies engaging in international business, large and small, must develop and implement an FCPA compliance policy and training program to protect themselves against FCPA violations.
Having an effective and comprehensive corporate FCPA compliance policy in place will demonstrate to employees and, if necessary, law enforcement officials that your company considers anti-corruption compliance an important corporate goal. If done properly, a comprehensive compliance program can become a valuable corporate asset that enhances company operations, facilitates compliance with law and mitigates damage when and if violations occur.
For the first time in Chicago, this highly rated American Conference Institute FCPA Boot Camp will provide you with an excellent working knowledge of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and strategies you need to successfully implement and monitor an effective anti-corruption compliance program. Topics will include:
- Creating a Code of Conduct that matters
- Tailoring FCPA training to the company
- Dealing with violations
- Screening and documenting potential business partners
- Developing effective anti-corruption training programs
- Performing anti-corruption risk assessments
- FCPA books and records requirements
Throughout the course, you will have ample opportunity to ask questions and to learn from and compare notes with your peers. Whether you are new to the area or just need a comprehensive refresher, this FCPA Boot Camp will provide you with the foundation you need to ensure your company’s FCPA compliance.
Seats at this unique event always go quickly. Don’t delay, register today by calling 1-888-224-2480, by faxing your registration form to 1-877-927-1563 or by registering online.
What I note is the the speakers are a good mix between in-house counsel and compliance attorneys (Kathleen Spear of Kraft Foods, Maryann Clifford of Motorola, Inc., etc.), government prosecutors (Thomas Meier of the SEC, Stacey Luck of the US DOJ), and attorneys and consultants (Gary DiBianco of Skadden, Frederic Miller of PwC, Jay Holmeier of WilmerHale, etc.) The agenda can be found here.
The American Conference Institute along with their sister company, C5 in London, are also running an FCPA/Anti Corruption conference in Shanghai, China, 15-16 July details of the event and an agenda can be found at:
http://www.c5-china.com/anticorruptionchina