Menu
Log in


CONTACT SIA
703-946-5683

The Society for International Affairs, Inc. (SIA), is a volunteer, non-profit, educational organization that was jointly formed in 1967 by US Government and Industry.
SIA provides a forum for the exchange of information related to export and import licensing. SIA interests cover the entire spectrum of licensing issues pertaining to the Departments of Commerce, Defense, State and Treasury.
Membership is comprised of over 2,000 professionals consisting of industry, U.S. government, and embassies.
Membership for U.S. government employees is free of charge and will allow you to receive notices about SIA events and industry news.
SIA's mission is to educate the international trade community by providing a forum for the exchange of information on the export and import process.

2023 SPRING ADVANCED CONFERENCE - VIRTUAL  
May  8-10, 2022 

Agenda and conference details will be posted as they become available.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER TODAY

2023 FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION: Addressing the Import and Export Challenges through Compliance (Virtual) Conference | March 27-30, 2023 | 12:00 - 5:00 PM EST

Join the F.A.I.R. Trade Group and SIA for four half-days dedicated to guiding businesses through the many challenges of importing and exporting firearms and ammunition. After years of maintaining a status quo, the industry is facing extensive change, from what is a controlled firearm under ATF regulations to a complete overhaul of the rules governing firearms and ammunition exports. Register for this event to hear from distinguished officials from ATF, Customs and Border Protection, the Census Bureau, and the Departments of State, Commerce, and Justice. The convenient virtual format with content delivered from 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. ET over four days allows attendees to manage ongoing business demands each day, while staying current with the rules and policies governing firearms and ammunition imports and exports.  CLICK HERE FOR THE DRAFT AGENDA - 3/21/2023

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

UPCOMING EVENTS








 




MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

Education and Professional Development

    • Conferences By being a member of SIA, you will receive the membership discounted rate to attend SIA’s conferences, workshops and luncheons, where you will learn about the latest regulatory updates in trade controls and compliance, be able to interact with colleagues and others in industry, as well as interface with government participants.
    • Free events: As a member of SIA, you are able to attend various SIA events throughout the year for free, such as virtual teleconferences with U.S. Government participants discussing the latest trade controls, compliance and operational matters.
    • Certification:  Attendance at SIA conferences may enhance your career and learning requirements by qualifying for continuing education credits, depending upon the jurisdiction and jurisdiction-specific requirements.
    • Leadership Opportunities Volunteering for SIA extends leadership opportunities in the Trade Controls and Compliance network, SIA Board, and provides an opportunity to give back to the trade community in a meaningful way. All volunteers with SIA must be a member in good standing.
    • Networking:  Members can engage in discussion with other members on various interests, topics, issues, and trends through SIA membership related events, as well as develop professional and personal relationship with fellow members, industry and government participants.
    • Newsletters:  Members receive a quarterly newsletter that updates them on upcoming conferences, workshops and other SIA events, as well as recent trade compliance related updates.
    • Scholarships:  SIA is committed to growing and educating the trade community. One way it does this is through our annual scholarship that is awarded to undergraduate and graduate students interested in a career international trade compliance.  As members, mentorship opportunities are welcomed here.


    NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

    BECOME AN SIA ENHANCED MEMBER In addition to current member benefits, enhanced members will have direct access to all of SIA's most up-to-date web-based digital handbooks to include: Compliance Insiders: Toolkit for Internal Compliance; Customs Border Protection Guidelines Handbook; Exemptions Handbook; Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures Handbook; Voluntary Disclosure Handbook; To Be Published - EAR Exceptions Handbook

    With this new membership level, you can renew your membership for $100 to have access to this enhanced feature.  

    Click here to see a SAMPLE HANDBOOK   CLICK HERE TO BECOME A MEMBER


    Tom Donovan

    Tom Donovan
    Board President
    Northrop Grumman


    David Allman Board Vice President DLA Piper LLP (US)

    David Allman
    Board Vice President
    DLA Piper LLP (US)


    Candace Goforth

    Candace Goforth
    Board Secretary/Treasurer
    G
    oforth Trade Advisors LLC



    Joshua Richter
    Planning & Education
    L
    eonardo DRS, Inc.


    Jahna Hartwig

    Jahna Hartwig
    Planning & Education
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati


    Katherine Heubert Planning & Development Reeves & Dola, LLP

    Katherine Heubert
    Planning & Education
    Reeves & Dola, LLP


    Samantha Johnson Planning & Development AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc.

    Samantha Johnson
    Planning & Education
    AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc.


    Julia Mason Planning & Development Peraton

    Julia Mason
    Planning & Education
    Peraton


    Tamara Overton Planning & Development Lockheed Martin Corporation

    Tamara Overton
    Planning & Education
    Lockheed Martin Corporation


    RESOURCES

    As DoD's focal point on international transfers of export-controlled technology and sharing of classified military information, DTSA establishes guidelines and assists DoD components in complying with applicable U.S. laws and regulations and DoD policies.

    CLICK HERE FOR IMPORTANT RESOURCES

    The Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) ensures commercial exports of defense articles and defense services advance U.S. national security and foreign policy objectives.

    CLICK HERE FOR IMPORTANT RESOURCES





    Society for International Affairs
    PO Box 9466, Arlington, VA  22219
    Phone:  703-946-5683 | sia@siaed.org

    Powered by Wild Apricot Membership Software