These educational programs are designed to help businesses identify legal and compliance issues that are relevant as businesses pursue export opportunities.  The following areas will be covered:

TRADEMARK/SERVICE MARK READINESS
• Discussion of types of intellectual property
• Importance of protecting intellectual property, specifically name and trademark, in international markets
• Process and time frame for protecting intellectual property internationally, including alternative strategies
• Resources available to help combat infringement
• Tips on avoiding costly litigation and disputes related to U.S. and international trademark infringement

FOREIGN AGENT/DISTRIBUTOR CONTRACT CHECKLIST
• Top 12 most important issues to address in contracts with foreign business partners
• How U.S. laws and regulations will impact the relationship
• Resources available to help with due diligence regarding foreign business partners
• A foreign agent/distributor contract checklist