Experience a broad spectrum of learning opportunities with our enhanced monthly Global Expert Briefing series! FCIB is widening the scope by featuring experts who will delve into a variety of topics shaping global credit landscapes. As an exclusive benefit of your FCIB membership, you’ll receive access to member-only briefings, offering detailed updates on crucial issues such as currency dynamics, trade complexities, and country-specific risks. These sessions are your gateway to staying well-informed about industry trends and emerging challenges. Don’t miss the chance to expand your knowledge and stay ahead in the dynamic world of global credit.
The third Wednesday of each month at 11:00 AM EST
Ola Craft, Senior Trade Advisor, Lowenstein Sandler LLP
The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has adopted a 50% ownership rule that significantly expands the scope of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), imposing strict liability for due diligence failures. Lowenstein’s Ola Craft will outline the key takeaways, compliance obligations, and action items for companies navigating these sweeping changes in today’s Global Trade & National Security client alert.
Ola Craft is the Senior Trade Advisor at Lowenstein Sandler LLP, where she brings over a decade of leadership in strategic trade controls, nonproliferation policy, and global compliance. Based in Washington, D.C., Ola advises clients on complex trade regulations, export controls, and national security matters, drawing from her distinguished career in both government and industry.
Prior to joining Lowenstein Sandler, Ola served as Director of Strategic Trade and Nonproliferation at the National Security Council, The White House, where she led interagency efforts to strengthen U.S. export control regimes and safeguard critical technologies. She also held senior roles at the U.S. Department of State, including Acting Chief and Senior Compliance Specialist, overseeing defense trade controls and regulatory enforcement.
Ola spent seven years at the Bureau of Industry and Security within the U.S. Department of Commerce, rising to Director of the Munitions Control Division. Her tenure included key leadership positions such as Acting Director and Deputy Director, where she shaped policy and operational frameworks for sensitive exports and dual-use technologies.
Her early career includes service as a Defense Trade Controls Analyst at the U.S. Department of State, and she has contributed to public speaking engagements and cross-sector collaboration on trade and security issues.
Ola holds a Master’s degree in Global Security Studies from Johns Hopkins University and an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Toronto. Her work spans the intersection of government policy, international trade, and national defense—making her a trusted advisor in today’s evolving geopolitical landscape.
Kevin Chandler, MBA, ICCE, CCE, Director Financial Services, Zachry Group
Kevin has more than 30 years of experience in international credit, collections, third party risk management, and order to cash space. He has done business in over 140 countries and built three global credit organizations, working in the software, services, manufacturing, financial, and construction industries. Kevin is currently the Director of Financial Services at Zachry Group in San Antonio, Texas.
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February 19 | FREE FOR MEMBERS |
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April 16 | FREE FOR MEMBERS |
May 21 | FREE FOR MEMBERS |
June 18 | FREE FOR MEMBERS |
July 16 | FREE FOR MEMBERS |
August 20 | FREE FOR MEMBERS |
September 17 | FREE FOR MEMBERS |
October 15 | FREE FOR MEMBERS |
November 19 | FREE FOR MEMBERS |
December 17 | FREE FOR MEMBERS |
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