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Register Now • 888-224-2480 • AmericanConference.com/FCPAHoustonEarn CLE/CPE ETHICS CreditsJ. Daniel Chapman Chief Compliance Officer & Counsel Parker Drilling Maryann Clifford Vice President Global Ethics & Compliance BPTodd G. Hartman Associate General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer Best Buy Enterprise ServicesJames Jaakobs Audit Manager Johnson & Johnson William B. Jacobson Vice President Co-General Counsel Chief Compliance Officer Weatherford InternationalZak Karamally Vice President International Trade Affiliated Computer ServicesBrady K. Long Vice President General Counsel & SecretaryGain Firsthand Insights from:Walk away with practical strategies and best practices to:• Closely vet and screen third party agents, consultants and joint venture partners for government connections• Incorporate new Dodd-Frank and UK Bribery Acts requirements into your global compliance program• Monitor and audit employee and third party compliance in high-risk markets• Efficiently conduct internal investigationsBenefit from NEW live mock and benchmarking discussions on:• Creating the optimal third party due diligence checklist• Voluntary disclosures and negotiating a settlement with the SEC and DOJ• Detecting bribery in customs operations• Preventing violations when bidding and obtaining regulatory approvalsNathaniel B. Edmonds* Assistant Chief, Fraud Section, U.S. DOJAlso gain insights on FBI Investigative TechniquesAndrew Sekela Supervisory Special Agent, International Corruption Unit, FBILead Sponsor:ACI’s 5th Houston FCPABOOT CAMPJanuary 25 & 26, 2011 | Hilton Post Oaks Hotel | Houston, TXThe SEC and DOJ speak on compliance expectations for 2011, hospitality, gifts & entertainment, and books and recordsNew Interactive Working Sessions on Overcoming FCPA Compliance Challenges in Indonesia, West Africa and RussiaAnne P. McAdams Senior Counsel Exxon Mobil CorporationJay G. Martin Vice President Chief Compliance Officer & Senior Deputy General Counsel Baker HughesT. James Min II Vice President International Trade Affairs DHL Express Rob Minter Senior Vice President Government and Regulatory Affairs GDF Suez Energy, North AmericaKaren M. O’Toole Vice President & Associate General Counsel Fidelity InvestmentsDavid H. Resnicoff Associate General Counsel & Vice President Ethics & Compliance Baxter International*denotes invitedAssociation Partners:Jason RoseSenior AttorneyFCPA Specialization Unit, U.S. SECMichael KingRegional DirectorFCPA Specialization Unit, U.S. SECGain Practical, Hands-On Insights Into How to Minimize the Risk of Non-Compliance and Prevent FCPA Violations across Global Corporate OperationsIn direct response to your feedback and requests, this year’s Houston Boot Camp will take you deeper into the world of global FCPA compliance. Like in past years, the FCPA Houston Conference will focus in on all of the key “hot” topics that have come to be the hallmark of American Conference Institute’s FCPA Boot Camp series of events.Additionally, this year’s installment will take you a step further by engaging you in several interactive panel discussions designed to facilitate dialogue and the sharing of best practices. Take note as you are guided through real-life mock scenarios and fact patterns designed to address your most pressing global FCPA compliance concerns.Added benefits for this year’s conference will include:• An analysis and distribution of a model third party due diligence checklist• A special presentation by the FBI on investigative techniques in light of the recent FBI FCPA Sting• A review of real-life customs invoices to detect bribery payments in on-the-ground operations• Interactive panel discussion on the challenges of bidding and obtaining regulatory approvalsSeats at this event are expected to go quickly, particularly given this year’s new focus on practical information and best practice sharing. We recommend you reserve your seat early by calling 1-888-224-2480; faxing your registration to 1-877-927-1563; or registering online at www.AmericanConference.com/FCPAHouston.Continuing Legal Education CreditsAccreditation will be sought in those jurisdictions requested by the registrants which have continuing education requirements. This course is identified as nontransitional for the purposes of CLE accreditation.ACI certifies that the activity has been approved for CLE credit by the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board in the amount of 15.5 hours of which 4.0 will apply to ethics. An additional 4.0 credit hours will apply to workshop participation.ACI certifies that this activity has been approved for CLE credit by the State Bar of California in the amount of 12.75 hours of which 1.0 will apply to ethics. An additional 3.5 credit hours will apply to workshop participation.You are required to bring your state bar number to complete the appropriate state forms during the conference. CLE credits are processed in 4-8 weeks after a conference is held.ACI has a dedicated team which processes requests for state approval Please note that event accreditation varies by state and ACI will make every effort to process your request.Questions about CLE credits for your state? Visit our online CLE Help Center at www.americanconference.com/CLECLE CreditsWith more than 500 conferences in the United States, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America, American Conference Institute (ACI) provides a diverse portfolio devoted to providing business intelligence to senior decision makers who need to respond to challenges spanning various industries in the US and around the world. As a member of our sponsorship faculty, your organization will be deemed as a partner. We will work closely with your organization to create the perfect business development solution catered exclusively to the needs of your practice group,business line or corporation.For more information about this program or our global portfolio of events, please contact:Wendy Tyler Head of Sales, American Conference InstituteTel: 212-352-3220 x242 | Fax: 212-220-4281 w.tyler@AmericanConference.comGlobal Sponsorship Opportunities• Corporate Counsel- International Trade Counsel- Import/Export Compliance- Trade and Regulatory Counsel• Compliance Officers• Ethics Officers• Directors, Import Export Compliance• Directors, Business Conduct• Forensic Accountants• Directors, Corporate Audits & Investigations• International Contract Managers• Outside Counsel Attorneys specializing in:- International Trade- Corporate Compliance- White Collar Crime- Internal InvestigationsWho Will Benefit from Attending this Event:Register now: 888-224-2480 • Fax: 877-927-1563 • AmericanConference.com/FCPAHoustonAmerican Conference Institute (ACI) will apply for Continuing Professional Education credits for all conference attendees who request credit. Course objective: Instruction on the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. Level of knowledge: Intermediate. Teaching method: Seminar Lecture. Advanced Preparation: None. Delivery method: Group Live. Please refer to the information in this brochure for outline, course content and objectives. Upon completion of this course you will receive a certificate of attendance. Final approval of a course for CPE credits belongs with each states’ regulatory board. Recommended CPE Credit: 16.0 hours. An Additional 4.0 hours will apply to workshop participation.ACI is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417 or by visiting the web site: www.nasba.orgTo request credit, please check the appropriate box on the Registration form.For more information regarding administrative policies or to file a complaint regarding CPE credits, please contact our customer service department at 888-224-2480.Register now: 888-224-2480 • Fax: 877-927-1563 • AmericanConference.com/FCPAHoustonDo you need an immersion into the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and the elements involved in key cases? This intense working group session will provide you with an overview of the anti-corruption and anti-bribery elements of the FCPA, internal controls and accounting requirements, as well as provide an introduction to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and SEC reporting requirements.Topics of discussion will include:• Who is covered by the FCPA - Foreign Private Issuers (FPI), foreign subsidiaries, joint venture partners?- what is the extraterritorial reach of the FCPA?• What are the risks - potential criminal and civil liability, reputational damage, risk of investigation, disqualification for publicly financed projects• Discussing the 4 basic elements of the FCPA’s anti-bribery provision• Permissible and impermissible payments - anything “of value,” facilitating payments, political contributions, charitable contributions• Involvement of third parties and due diligence requirements: agents, consultants and joint venture partners• “Red Flags”• Reasonable and bona fide expenses: gifts; travel; entertainment• Books and records requirements of the FCPA - record keeping and internal controls requirements, Sarbanes-Oxley- “Achilles Heel” for compliance- record keeping and internal controls requirements and standards- intersection of Sarbanes-Oxley and FCPA• What to do in case of a potential FCPA violation?- how do FCPA issues arise?- document retention- internal/external investigations- communication with government authorities• Fundamentals of an effective FCPA compliance programDelegates consistently give this intense workshop session top marks for both content and presentation.During this practical workshop, speakers will share their insights on how to successfully navigate the unique FCPA compliance challenges associated with the management of operations in Indonesia. This interactive session will provide a comprehensive introduction to local anti-bribery laws, the anti-corruption enforcement landscape, and practical guidance on how to deal with day-today anti-bribery issues in Indonesia. Topics of discussion will include:• Navigating local anti-bribery laws and their evolution• Local anti-corruption enforcement initiatives and increased cooperation amongst regulators• Due diligence vetting and screening strategies for third parties in Indonesia• Customary business practices in Indonesia and common red flags• How to train local staff to deal with corruption in remote locals• Lessons learned from recent cases, including Innospec, Alstom, Monsanto, Textron, Baker Hughes, and Paradigm• Update on current enforcement initiativesJanuary 24, 2011 Interactive Workshop SessionsA The Fundamentals of FCPA Compliance: Navigating the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act9:00 am – 12:30 pm (Registration begins at 8:30 am)B Overcoming FCPA Compliance Challenges in Indonesia1:30 pm – 5:00 pm (Registration begins at 1:00 pm)Margaret M. Ayres Davis Polk & Wardwell (Washington, DC)Rob Minter Senior Vice President, Government and Regulatory Affairs GDF Suez Energy North America (Houston, TX)Jay G. Martin Vice President, Chief Compliance Officer and Senior Deputy General Counsel Baker Hughes (Houston, TX)Carter B. Simpson Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal LLP (Washington, DC)Pak Waluyo General Affairs and Human Resource Director Pertamina (Jakarta, Indonesia)Register now: 888-224-2480 • Fax: 877-927-1563 • AmericanConference.com/FCPAHoustonTuesday, January 25, 20118:00 Registration and Continental Breakfast8:30 Co-Chairs’ Opening Remarks Maryann Clifford Vice President, Global Ethics & ComplianceBP (Houston, TX)David H. Resnicoff Associate General Counsel & Vice President, Ethics & ComplianceBaxter International, Inc. (Deerfield, IL)8:45 Distinguishing Extortion, Facilitation and Bribery: How to Properly Detect Corrupt Payments under the FCPAWilliam B. JacobsonVP, Co-General Counsel, Chief Compliance OfficerWeatherford International (Washington, DC)Kimberly A. Parker Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP (Washington, DC)• The FCPA’s definition of facilitating payments: knowing when ”grease” becomes a bribe • Identifying an acceptable range for facilitating payments: how strong is the trend against such payments, and how to control/eliminate them• Satisfying U.S. law recordation requirements without increasing your foreign exposure • Identifying the outer monetary limits of facilitating payments• Monitoring facilitating payments and third parties - formalities contractors, customs brokers, etc • Extortion, duress, and custom and practice - are they defenses? 9:30 Developing a Robust Third Party Management System for High Risk Markets: Best Practices to Monitor Vendors, Contractors, Brokers, Agents and PartnersZak KaramallyVice President, International TradeAffiliated Computer Services (Dallas, TX)T. James Min II Vice President, International Trade AffairsDHL Express (Cincinnati, OH)J. Daniel Chapman Chief Compliance Officer and Counsel Parker Drilling Company (Houston, TX)David H. Resnicoff - Panel ModeratorAssociate General Counsel & Vice PresidentEthics & ComplianceBaxter International, Inc. (Deerfield, IL)• Performing a risk inventory of third-parties based on your company’s size, industry and global reach• Striking the balance between too much vs. too little oversight when managing and overseeing operations led by third parties • Clearly delineating up front what duties and responsibilities your company has/does not have to foreign vendors and partners and vice versa • Developing appropriate oversight monitoring plans• Establishing internal controls to detect and prevent local anti-bribery issues• Coordinating foreign processes and procedures for monitoring third parties10:45 Morning Coffee Break11:00 Uncovering Connections: Creating the Optimal Third Party Due Diligence ChecklistKimberly A. Parker Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP(Washington, DC)During this practical benchmarking session, sample due diligence checklists will be provided as speakers explore with you key factors to consider when seeking to uncover government relationships and connections of your third party vendors, contractors, broker, agents and partners. Topics to be to be discussed will include:• Ensuring your partners pass the sniff test - deciding who to choose and what to look for- how to evaluate ownership, qualifications, social and political connections and financial links - knowing how far down the chain to explore - key accounting reports and government documents to review – what can you access• Determining which third party employees need to be screened based on the type of relationship and interests represented by the party• Identifying red flags (and green flags) based on the results of the review • Entities in transition: resolving the dilemma posed by the privatization process • What enforcement agencies will expect you to have in your files11:45 Legislative & Agency Update - The UK Bribery and Dodd-Frank Acts Analyzed: How New Compliance Requirements and Whistleblower Provisions Will Impact Global Operations Lucinda A. Low Steptoe & Johnson LLP (Washington, DC)Louise DelahuntySimmons & Simmons (London, UK)UK Bribery Act• Distinguishing the UK Bribery Act from the FCPA• Delineating general vs. specific vs. failing to prevent offenses• Defining “adequate procedures” • Outlining the scope of the Act – who it applies to and where• Contemplating how facilitating payments will be treated• Penalties and enforcement – knowing what red flags the UK government will be looking for early onDodd-Frank Act• Understanding how the Dodd-Frank Act amends previously existing law (such as Sarbanes-Oxley, False Claims Act,) to create new whistleblower incentives and protections - financial awards, retaliation, statute of limitations • Revisiting your compliance program to ensure it is updated to comply with new requirements under the Act12:45 Networking LuncheonBenchmarking SessionRegister now: 888-224-2480 • Fax: 877-927-1563 • AmericanConference.com/FCPAHouston2:00 Enforcement Update: SEC & DOJ Reorganization & Priorities, Recent Cases and FCPA Compliance Expectations for 2011Nathaniel B. Edmonds* Assistant Chief, Fraud Section, Criminal DivisionU.S. Department of Justice (Washington, DC)Michael KingRegional Director, FCPA Specialization UnitU.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (Fort Worth, TX)• Update on multi-national agency cooperation in FCPA investigations• What the SEC and DOJ view as red flags for enforcement – re-defining “corrupt” behavior, examples of “bad behavior”• Review of recent extradition cases concerning FCPA violations• Differences in approaches taken by the SEC and USDOJ when investigating FCPA violations• Review of recent FCPA cases against companies and individuals, including Daimler AG, Innospec, Helmerich & Payne, and Technip 3:00 Monitoring, Testing & Strengthening Your Global FCPA Compliance ProgramMaryann Clifford Vice President, Global Ethics & ComplianceBP (Houston, TX)Zak KaramallyVice President, International TradeAffiliated Computer Services (Dallas, TX)Manny Alas Partner, Forensic Services PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (New York, NY)David H. Resnicoff - Panel ModeratorAssociate General Counsel & Vice PresidentEthics & ComplianceBaxter International, Inc. (Deerfield, IL)• Identifying greatest risk areas based on industry sector and geographic scope in order to effectively allocate compliance resources• Addressing cultural challenges of global implementation of an FCPA compliance program- how to secure cooperation overseas and test whether you’re getting it - instilling the importance of field testing your compliance program- assessing and accounting for risks posed by subsidiaries, partners and/or agents operating in high risk markets • Auditing vs. monitoring – how to incentivize compliance throughout various levels of employees and ensure effective reporting• Securing management buy-in of your compliance program across departments• Conducting effective compliance reviews - determining who needs to be involved- outlining the scope and areas of focus- assessing the results and sharing the findings of a compliance review • Harmonizing U.S. and foreign anti-corruption compliance obligations• Case studies of companies that have exhibited best practices in global FCPA complianceBenchmarking Session4:00 Afternoon Refreshment Break4:15 Communicating with US DOJ and SEC Post-Disclosure and Negotiating a Settlement Agreement Jay G. MartinVice President, Chief Compliance Officer and Senior Deputy General Counsel Baker Hughes (Houston, TX)Paul R. BergerDebevoise & Plimpton LLP (Washington, DC)• Business and legal factors to consider when deciding whether or not to voluntarily disclose an FCPA violation- impact on penalties- negative publicity- downstream enforcement actions or follow-on litigation• Discussing what type of information Government considers useful or not useful when evaluating a voluntary disclosure• Factors in maximizing credibility to the government• What happens post-voluntary disclosure? What are Government expectations?• Outlining what factors weigh in favor of or against the offering of a non-deferred prosecution agreement• Evaluating how escalating fines have impacted negotiations with the government and what recent settlements reveal about penalty levels in the U.S.• Understanding how a non-deferred prosecution agreement impacts settlement• Living with a compliance monitor – selection, review and work plan5:15 Conference Adjourns to Day TwoWEDNESDAY, JANUARY 26, 20118:30 Co-Chairs’ Remarks8:35 Hospitality, Gifts and Entertainment: How and When to Draw the Line Nathaniel B. Edmonds* Assistant Chief, Fraud Section, Criminal DivisionU.S. Department of Justice (Washington, DC)Brady K. Long Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary (Houston, TX)Margaret M. Ayres Davis Polk & Wardwell (Washington, DC)• Gifts and meals – identifying what is reasonable vs. customary and who decides where the line is drawn• Identifying when a business expenditure becomes a criminally “lavish” gift• Handling requests for “inspection” and “delegation” trips• Contractually-mandated hospitality - how to handle it and what is reasonable• Pure hospitality (“relationship building”) - when is it considered promotion, demonstration, or explanation of products and services• Best practices for implementing a program to monitor and audit hospitality• Implementing effective business travel guidelines*denotes invitedRegister now: 888-224-2480 • Fax: 877-927-1563 • AmericanConference.com/FCPAHouston9:45 FBI Investigative Techniques: How the 2010 FBI Sting Has Changed the Face of Corruption InvestigationsAndrew Sekela Supervisory Special AgentInternational Corruption UnitFederal Bureau of Investigation (Washington, DC)10:15 Morning Coffee Break10:30 Conducting Cost-Effective Internal Investigations: Best Practices for Properly Defining the Scope and Handling FindingsMaryann Clifford Vice President, Global Ethics & ComplianceBP (Houston, TX)Saul M. PilchenSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP (Washington, DC)Matthew J. ShellhorsePartner, Forensic Services PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (New York, NY)• Identifying red flags for when an internal investigation should take place • Clearly delineating the scope of the investigation up front and identifying by whom the investigation should be conducted• Dealing with external auditors and managing multiple moving parts - coordinating the investigation between the company, foreign third parties & partners, outside counsel and accounting firms• Data protection and privacy concerns – gathering and reviewing documents in a defensible and effective manner• Developing protocols for refining the review plan once the investigation has already begun• Deciding when the investigation has been exhausted- determining how much is enough when trying to learn the facts- dealing with inconclusive findings• Next steps when a violation is discovered – reporting finds and following up on results11:45 Ensuring Appropriate Contractual Safeguards & Minimizing Risk Exposure When Structuring Agreements with Alliance & Joint-Venture PartnersFiona A. Philip Howrey LLP (Washington, DC)• Assessing the unique risks presented by the proposed JV/alliance partner and drafting an agreement that effectively addresses these risks• Outlining essential provisions to include in your JV agreement - certifications, protections, etc. • Identifying appropriate contractual procedures for agents and distributors• Ensuring the proper signatures and approvals are obtained on all JV documents and contracts12:15 Networking Luncheon1:30 Implementing Adequate Accounting Controls to Meet Books and Records Requirements of the FCPA Jason RoseSenior Attorney, FCPA Specialization UnitU.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (Fort Worth, TX)Anne P. McAdamsSenior Counsel, Compliance DepartmentExxon Mobil Corporation (Houston, TX)James Jaakobs Audit ManagerJohnson & Johnson (New Brunswick, NJ)Alberto OrozcoPartner, Forensic ServicesPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (Houston, TX)• Knowing what your financial accounting system and fraud risk internal controls need to accomplish• Incorporating financial and accounting controls into your anti-corruption compliance program• How to handle coding and expense accounts – knowing what the SEC will be looking for• Leveraging your financial accounting system to identify questionable transactions• Document retention policies that work and don’t work - controlling cost associated with document preservation- communicating and enforcing your document retention policy – ensuring the relevant stakeholders are in compliance 2:45 Afternoon Refreshment Break3:30 Detecting Bribery in Customs OperationsPaul R. BergerDebevoise & Plimpton LLP (Washington, DC)William B. JacobsonVice President, Co-General CounselChief Compliance OfficerWeatherford International, Ltd. (Washington, DC)Take part in an interactive discussion of real-life customs invoices that could/could not raise potential FCPA issues. Learn what signs should get your attention as well as what to look for when evaluating invoices. Sample invoices will be distributed to the audience for review and use during this practical customs panel.3:30 Developing Effective Training for High Risk Markets: How to Ensure FCPA Awareness & Foster Employee Adherence to the Compliance ProgramKaren M. O’Toole Vice President & Associate General CounselFidelity Investments (Boston, MA)Todd G. HartmanVice President Associate General Counsel & Chief Compliance OfficerBest Buy Enterprise Services, Inc. (Richfield, MN)• Efficiently utilizing limited resources when training employees on a global scale• Distinguishing necessary training measures for low-risk vs. high-risk employees and markets• Adapting the training to the role of the employee – balancing in-depth training sessions with basicsMock SessionRegister now: 888-224-2480 • Fax: 877-927-1563 • AmericanConference.com/FCPAHouston• Securing local management buy-in • Mechanics and logistics of global training when operating in remote areas• What to consider when deciding if additional or refresher training is needed4:15 Addressing Unique Anti-Bribery Challenges of Bidding and Obtaining Regulatory Approvals Fiona A. PhilipHowrey LLP (Washington, DC)William B. JacobsonVice President, Co-General CounselChief Compliance OfficerWeatherford International, Ltd. (Washington, DC)• How to detect public procurement situations that trigger a request/offer for a bribe or facilitating payment• Assessing the role of your company’s government relations strategy in the procurement context – to what extent does it increase or lessen the risk of corruption?• Responding to and addressing competitor allegations of bribery in the context of the bidding process• Balancing the challenges of utilizing local sponsors with the exposure to potential FCPA violations• What the compliance team can do in the procurement process to lessen risks of corruption in fulfilling the contract5:00 Main Conference Concludes © American Conference Institute, 2010Brady K. Long Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary (Houston, TX)Olumide Akpata Templars (Lagos, Nigeria)Reagan R. DemasBaker & McKenzie LLP (Washington, DC)From Angola to Guinea, the Western African market is an attractive one to U.S businesses for many reasons, particularly given its abundant natural resources such as minerals, oil and gas. Nevertheless, security issues coupled with FCPA challenges unique to the region raise significant obstacles to conducting business and have even driven some companies to cease operations in the region altogether.During this session, speakers with substantial on-the-ground experience in the region will share their insights on how to successfully conduct business in West Africa, including Nigeria and Ghana, without falling into a bribery trap. Speakers will provide a comprehensive introduction to local anti-bribery laws, practical guidance on responding to common problems, as well as an overview of the current the anti-corruption enforcement landscape.• Navigating local anti-bribery laws and their evolution• Evaluating gifts, entertainment and facilitating payments under local laws• Local anti-corruption enforcement initiatives and increased cooperation amongst regulators• Due diligence strategies for third parties in the West African market• Handling threats to safety and security in an FCPA context• Customary business practices in West Africa and common red flags• How to train local staff to deal with corruption in remote locals• Lessons learned from recent cases• Update on the implementation of the Extractive Industries Transparency InitiativeJanuary 27, 2011 Interactive Workshop SessionsWorkshop C: Overcoming FCPA Compliance Challenges in West Africa9:00 am – 12:30 pm (Registration begins at 8:30 am)Workshop D: Overcoming FCPA Compliance Challenges in Russia1:30 pm – 5:00 pm (Registration begins at 1:00 pm)Maxim KulkovGoltsblat BLP (Moscow, Russia)J. Daniel Chapman Chief Compliance Officer and CounselParker Drilling Company (Houston, TX)Natalya ThotahewageHead of Legal DepartmentJohnson & Johnson LLC (Moscow, Russia)In January 2009 the Russian government created a National Plan for Counteraction to Corruption which yielded the Anti-Corruption legislation. One year post-implementation, many are wondering how this new legislation has impacted day-to-day operations in the region. During this session learn how business can be done in Russia without violating anti-corruption and related legislation. • How changes to Russia’s anti-corruption law has been impacting foreign and local companies- corruption schemes unique to Russia - business practices that may trigger violations under the FCPA and Russia’s anti-corruption legislation• Identifying the role of state bodies in enforcing the new measures• Update on corruption investigations in Russia and latest enforcement initiatives- inter-agency cooperation between US and Russian regulators and what it means for your company• Understanding how prosecutors are gathering evidence and building cases• How does Russian law define a “government official”• Tailoring an anti-corruption compliance program to minimize your company’s risk in Russia- upgrading policies to match more rigorous local and global compliance standards- informing employees of their compliance obligations and conforming to Russian labor law requirements- selecting local champions to deliver the compliance message- field testing and/or conducting internal audits as an internal tool to foster complianceInteractive Panel SessionR E g i s t R a t i o n f o R mcontact dEtails NAME POSITION APPROVING MANAGER POSITIONORGANIZATIONADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP CODETELEPHONE FAX EMAIL TYPE OF BUSINESSRegistration feeThe fee includes the conference, all program materials, continental breakfasts, lunches, refreshments and complimentary membership of the ACI Alumni program.Payment PolicyPayment must be received in full by the conference date. All discounts will be applied to the Conference Only fee (excluding add-ons), cannot be combined with any other offer, and must be paid in full at time of order. Group discounts available to individuals employed by the same organization.cancellation and Refund PolicyYou must notify us by email at least 48 hrs in advance if you wish to send a substitute participant. Delegates may not “share” a pass between multiple attendees without prior authorization. If you are unable to find a substitute, please notify American Conference Institute (ACI) in writing up to 10 days prior to the conference date and a credit voucher valid for 1 year will be issued to you for the full amount paid, redeemable against any other ACI conference. If you prefer, you may request a refund of fees paid less a 25% service charge. No credits or refunds will be given for cancellations received after 10 days prior to the conference date. 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Please contact the hotel directly and mention the “ACI’s FCPA Houston” conference to receive this rate:Venue: Hilton Post Oak Hotel Address: 2001 Post Oak Blvd, Houston, TX 77056Reservations: 713-961-9300incorrect mailing informationIf you would like us to change any of your details please fax the label on this brochure to our Database Administrator at 1-877-927-1563, or email data@AmericanConference.com.ATTeNTION MAIlROOM: If undeliverable to addressee, please forward to: international counsel, Ethics officer, compliance officerconfEREncE codE: 769l11-HoUo YEs Please register the following delegate for the 5th Houston FCPA Boot Camp PRIORITY SERVICE CODE.SPECIAL DISCOUNTWe offer special pricing for groups and government employees. Please email or call for details. Promotional discounts may not be combined. ACI offers financial scholarships for government employees, judges, law students, non-profit entities and others. 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