Crack the Code: HS Classifications, Smart Strategies & Duty Drawback

Crack the Code: HS Classifications, Smart Strategies & Duty Drawback

DATE:  Thursday, March 26, 2026
Registration Deadline: Monday, March 23, 2026

Meredith Bond
Director CS Omaha
Global Markets |ITA
U.S. Department of Commerce
Topics:

• Basics of HS classification
• General rules of interpretation
• Logical steps to go through the process

Steve Sampson
Vice President of Operations at TSL
Oversees two International Divisions:
—Phil Patterson Inc. and Charles M. Schayer & Co.
Topics:

• The importance of getting the right HS classification
• Real world examples of problems, disagreements, clients requesting a different number
• Best way to determine import duties in advance (not easy these days!)
• Resources if you need help in classification – are there companies that offer this as a service?

Adam Hill
President & CEO
Scarbrough Global
Topics:

• Overview of duty drawback and how it works
• How to determine whether you’re eligible for duty drawback
• Guide to submitting your application (required documents, timeframe, etc.)

TIME:
8:30 am-9:00 am: Registration, Breakfast and Networking
9:00 am-11:30 am: Workshop

FEE:
Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze Members:  $50/person
Non-Members:  $75/person
Student/Retirees:  $20/person

Note: This educational workshop is offered separately and is not included in membership levels.
ATTEND WORKSHOP FOR FREE IF YOU RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP OR JOIN IN FEBRUARY OR MARCH!

LOCATION:
Tiburon Banquet Facility
10302 S 168th Street
Omaha, NE

More information HERE!