Description
The role of the customs broker is changing. President Trump’s June 3, 2026 Executive Order on strengthening customs enforcement directs U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to impose heightened requirements on importers of record (IORs), including new restrictions affecting foreign IORs and the brokers that represent them. Among the most significant changes, foreign IORs may be required to become CTPAT validated, if eligible, or use a CTPAT-validated licensed customs broker to file formal entries with CBP.
At the same time, CBP is signaling significantly greater expectations for broker due diligence on ALL IORs, both domestic and foreign. Customs brokers serving foreign IORs may be expected to conduct more comprehensive vetting of both those clients and the imported goods, including reviewing ownership, business affiliations, compliance history, financial ability to pay duties, and information concerning classification, valuation, country of origin, and the supply chain. These developments come as customs brokers are already facing heightened scrutiny over responsible supervision and control and other broker compliance obligations.
This webinar will cover:
- What the June 3 Executive Order means for customs brokers and foreign importers of record
- CBP’s increased focus on responsible supervision and control and what recent enforcement activity means for brokers
- CBP’s anticipated heightened broker due diligence and client-vetting expectations for all IORs
- What brokers may need to verify regarding foreign IORs, including ownership, compliance history, financial ability, classification, valuation, country of origin, and supply chains
- Documentation and recordkeeping considerations for demonstrating broker due diligence
- How broker compliance failures can lead to penalties, suspension, or license revocation
- Why CTPAT validation may be necessary for customs brokers representing foreign IORs
- CTPAT eligibility requirements and the application process, including the Company Profile, Security Profile, Minimum Security Criteria, and CBP validation
- Practical steps customs brokers can take to meet current diligence expectations, and how to prepare for the forthcoming rules
Presenters:
- Jennifer Diaz, President, Diaz Trade Law
- Dana Watts, Of Counsel, Diaz Trade Law
Who Should Attend:
- Customs Brokers
- Importers
- Manufacturers
- Regulatory Affairs Professionals
- In-house Legal Counsel
- Product Development Managers
- Others interested in Customs Compliance
Lori M. –
APPRECIATE ALL OF THE INFORMATION THAT WAS SHARED, ESPECIALLY THE CHECKLIST FOR VETTING IOR’S
Kathy H. –
There was a lot of information to digest, but DTL summarized very well in one hour session.
Matt B. –
Great information and always a pleasure to listen to the Diaz Trade Law team.
Liz B. –
I absolutely love that you provide actionable information in an easy to digest way.
Laurel M. –
I enjoy the amount of information that is provided to the industry. It’s nice to have experts sharing and encouraging brokers to be better.
Shaun R. –
As always GREAT work by Diaz Law team. You all always do an amazing job with these webinars. They are very benifical for myself as a broker.
Kelly G. –
VERY INFORMATIVE WEBINAR ON THE RECENT EO REGARDING STRENGTHENING CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT AND UPCOMING CTPAT CHANGES FOR CUSTOMS BROKER. I HAVE ATTENDED MULTIPLE SEMINARS OF DTL IN THE PAST
Kate H. –
This is my first time joining DTL’s webinar. Jennifer and Dana were awesome in explaining the most concerned issues for brokers now. I would like to work with them to get the Self Assesement.
Carl E. –
This webinar was highly informative and covered more topics than expected. Jen and Dana presented the material clearly and effectively. The interactive quizzes enhanced engagement and learning.
Carla R. –
Very informative webinar with valuable insights into CTPAT and EO 14411. The information was clear, relevant, and helpful for customs brokers.
Lisa L. –
Very timely topic. Provided a lot of information within a short amount of time. The presenters are trusted for their knowledge and expertise.
Matthew C. –
Jen and team are the best! Love you guys!
Yi C. –
Diaz Trade Law webinars are very informative and helpful.
Mark S. –
Today’s webinar provided a wealth of information which at a minimum gave us more confidence and in our understanding, and also provided new ideas. Efficient, informative, pleasant, and pertinent.
Frank A. –
The scenario that is being painted might sound scary or uncertain for us brokers in the future, but if we add preparation and constant training we will be ready. Which is why these are essential!
Pam B. –
Very engaging presentation, hard topics to discuss but the presenters made it very easy to stay tuned in for the entire hour.
Ingrid A. –
Good information in a timely fashion
Michelle C. –
Today’s presentation was informative and helped clarify that several details are still in process of being published. As a small customs broker, it is apparent that vetting resources are necessary.
Solo P. –
Well organized and spelled out a lot of good information customs brokers need to be aware of.
Regan S. –
Brief and succinct information on the new broker and importer requirements. Detailed on what was needed to be elaborated further.
Tom V. –
Very informative and very knowledgeable presenters
Humber C. –
Very informative and to the point.
Andy P. –
Very informative and helped decipher critical changes that our company is in the process of implementing. Excellent info!!!
Marisol C. –
Jen Diaz and her team are great! Very knowledgeable, informative, and let’s not forget the cheat sheets that save a lot of time : )
Theresa C. –
Very good presentation of current information. It’s essential to have a reliable source and Diaz Trade Law never disappoints.
Yvonne H. –
Highly recommend listening to these webinars. Very interactive and informative!
Tommy B. –
ALL INFORMATION WAS CLEAR AND HELPFUL
Santiago S. –
I enjoyed how well this complex topic was summarized and presented.
Chris A. –
Very informative on current topics
Louis D. –
This webinar was by far one of the best I’ve watched. No delays, no talking over anyone, no stupid repetitive questions from the attendees, volume was PERFECT. Enunciation was perfect.This was a 5star
Jovi C. –
I thoroughly enjoyed the webinar. It was very informative and productive. Keep up the good work!! Thanks!
Jaimie V. –
Excellent, very interesting, and informative! Jen and Dana are outstanding speakers, and very knowledgeable! Thank you so much.
Steve D. –
DTL is a nice and enthusiastic resource for trade information
Zach R. –
Diaz Law Firm presented an excellent webinar pertaining to E.O. 14411. The information flow was logical, precise, and detailed.
Joe R. –
A VERY COMPREHENSIVE, EDUCATIONAL & TIMELY SESSION.
Tracey W. –
Diaz Trade Law offers timely, relevant news and training materials. The presenters pack a lot of useful information into the webinars, and the additional resources are always a welcome bonus.
Jim M. –
Nice job, deliver alot of energy and good content, first time attending but I will be back.
Brandon S. –
DTL Rocks!!
Brooke A. –
It was great
Brant W. –
Great to hear from Trade Attorney that wants to help small businesses.
Gill A. –
I really enjoyed the quality of information and the delivery. Very lively, not boring at all
Kristen R. –
Diaz Trade Law hosts one of the best webinar series in the industry, featuring knowledgeable presenters, practical updates, and clear explanations of complex trade issues.
Javier H. –
My main takeaway from this presentation was that CBP is taking the fraud problem extremely seriously, and there is much more heightened scrutiny/requirements for brokers.
Liz B. –
I always enjoy Diaz Trade Law webinars. They make complex regulations easy to understand, provide practical, actionable guidance, and share valuable resources I can continue learning from.
Steph F. –
PACKED WITH GREAT INFORMATION
Val C. –
The event was very informative and practical.
Liz J. –
Changes in US Customs Rules, especially as they relate to CUSTOMS Broker Liabilities, Requires that you pay attention to those changes. Legal interaction is mandatory, when its free, it’s smart
Aimee M. –
Todays webinar was full of great information on the EO and what to expect in the next 60 days as well as what to prepare for with CTPAT, presenters were well informed and the content was great.
Kathy M. –
I enjoyed the presentation by Jennifer Diaz and Dana Watts. The webinar was very informative.
Marissa M. –
I enjoyed the presentation by Jennifer Diaz and Dana Watts. The webinar was very informative.
Tony A. –
Very informational and tools to prepare for your next CBP engagement.
Adrian G. –
Great content by pros, for pros! I always enjoy staying up to date with such high-quality information and expert insights.
Judy Z. –
I always find the Diaz Trade Law Group’s webinars extremely informative. Their team consistently helps keep the import and export communities aware of current developments and anticipated changes that
Paige S. –
The webinar reinforced the importance of understanding our clients, implementing strong written procedures, documenting due diligence efforts, and ensuring employees receive ongoing training.