Graduate Student

• Aug 2021 - Present

Attorney

• 2014 - Apr 2021

Experienced business advisor to clients in the defense, distribution, technology and industrial manufacturing industries. Advise on compliance with global customs regulations, export controls, and anti-corruption laws, including U.S. Customs regulations, U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Controls (OFAC) sanctions programs, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), and similar requirements of other countries. Innovative leader in conducting risk assessments, developing risk mitigation strategies and advising senior leadership on regulatory compliance. Show less

International Trade Counsel

• 2012 - 2013

Formed through the 2012 merger of Tyco Flow Control, a business of Tyco International, and Pentair, Inc. to create Pentair LTD, a diversified industrial producer of fluid management, equipment protection and thermal management solutions with over 30,000 employees in 30 countries, with over $7-billion in revenues. International Trade Counsel: Recognized business partner providing policy guidance, operational support and training to global business units on compliance with the laws and regulations governing global customs and export controls, including U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Controls (OFAC) sanctions programs, and similar requirements of other countries. * Managed Pentair's global sanctions compliance program. * Advised Empowered Officials on ITAR compliance, including registration and license requirements. * Filed classification requests with DOS, BIS, Customs and non-US regulatory authorities. * Managed non-routine communication with government agencies with respect to audits or other investigations and inquiries. * Conducted trade compliance due diligence in mergers and acquisitions. * Conducted investigations and assessment of compliance practices. * Filed filed disclosures with DOC, DOS and Customs for risk mitigtion. * Managed the anti-boycott compliance program and reporting to the Department of Commerce. * Skilled at verbal/written communication and building relationships across functional lines. Show less

International Trade Counsel

• 2010 - 2012

Tyco is a leading provider of security products and services, fire protection and detection products and services, valves and controls, and other industrial products. As International Trade Counsel: Partnered with the VP Global Trade Compliance to provide trade compliance training and guidance to the global businesses; promoted compliance with US and non-US customs and export control regulations; supported transaction and supply chain planning. * Advised on non-routine communication with regulatory officials, such as audit or investigation inquiries. * Conducted compliance investigations and assessments. * Filed disclosures with Customs, DOC and DOS for risk mitigation * Managed program for compliance with U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). * Managed compliance audits by Canadian and U.S. customs authorities. * Provided trade compliance due diligence support for mergers and acquisitions planning; advised on acquisition risk. * Drafted international trade policy, procedure and standards and support trade operations. Show less

Senior Manager

• 2002 - 2009

Ernst & Young is a global leader in assurance, tax, transactional and advisory services, with over 100,000 employees. As Senior Manager in the Customs & International Trade Practice: Service as designated resource for International Paper Company and provided on-going portfolio support on regulatory compliance (Customs, Export Administration Regulaitons, International Traffic in Arms Regulations, OFAC sanctions programs, Foreign Trade regulations and strategic planning. * Led cross-border movement of 100s of products in compliance with import and export regulations. * Advised on establishment of distribution operations in U.S., Canada, Mexico, Asia, South America, European Union and Eastern Europe. * Evaluated cost savings and recommended foreign trade zones, bonded warehouses and changes in the supply chain, achieved sustainable savings of over $500,000/year. * Assembled and managed geographically dispersed teams of 3 - 10 for successful on-time, on-budget completion of projects. * Produced training programs and presentations on regulatory compliance, export controls, International Commercial Terms, supply chain management and indirect taxes for groups of 60 to 150. Show less

Tax Counsel, Corporate Tax Department

• 2000 - 2002

International Paper Company is a Fortune 500 paper, packaging and forest products company with global manufacturing and distribution operations. As Tax Counsel in the Corporate Tax Department: Developed trade policies and procedures; directed compliance with trade regulations, including utilization of and compliance with NAFTA and other trade preference programs; advised on acquisitions and divestiture transactions and non-profit foundation activity. * Developed Trade Compliance Center of Excellence, including policies, procedures and technology resources to support import/export compliance; available to over 100,000 employees. * Evaluated service providers, advised on selection and supported implementation of trade compliance software. * Developed and delivered 4 web-based training modules on trade topics to increase subject matter awareness, improve regulatory compliance and avoid penalty exposure. * Performed risk analysis of 6 facilities for compliance with trade regulations and corporate trade policies. * Teamed with legal, procurement and business groups to evaluate and improve operations and reduce costs of supply chain. * Led team in importing equipment critical to facility shut-down and refurbishment; avoided extended downtime. Show less

Tax Counsel, Corporate Tax Department

• 1997 - 2000

Cordant Technologies was a global manufacturer of solid rocket propulsions systems for defense and commercial applications, fastening systems and investment castings for aerospace and industrial markets operating in the US. It was purchased by Alcoa in 1999. As Tax Cousel with the Corporate Tax Department: Led enterprise groups and operating divisions on import and export processes and regulatory compliance. Advised on changes in federal and state tax laws and employee and expatriate tax matters. Drafted international trade, pension and assignment policies. Prepared appeals and managed customs and tax audits. Show less

Tax Attorney, Tax Planning and Public Finance

• 1992 - 1997

Large, full-service law firm formed in 1922 with offices in Minnesota and Washington D.C.; serving individual clients, start-up businesses and Fortune 500 companies. As a Tax Attorney, Tax Planning and Public Finance: Managed transactions and controversies in tax-exempt organizations; state and local taxation; qualifed plans and employee benefits; and corporate acquisitions and divesitures. Large, full-service law firm formed in 1922 with offices in Minnesota and Washington D.C.; serving individual clients, start-up businesses and Fortune 500 companies. As a Tax Attorney, Tax Planning and Public Finance: Managed transactions and controversies in tax-exempt organizations; state and local taxation; qualifed plans and employee benefits; and corporate acquisitions and divesitures.