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Forced Labor Compliance: What Importers Must Know in 2026

Wednesday, August 5, 2026 | Noon – 1 p.m. | Online (Zoom)

Forced labor enforcement is intensifying in 2026, creating heightened compliance risks for U.S. importers. With ongoing enforcement under the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) and expanded Section 301 investigations targeting forced labor concerns across multiple countries, businesses must be prepared to demonstrate full supply chain traceability and compliance—or risk shipment detentions, financial penalties, and reputational damage.

This webinar provides a practical overview of forced labor compliance, including how U.S. regulations are enforced, what CBP expects from importers, and where the most significant risks lie in today’s global supply chains.

Whether you are new to importing or managing a mature supply chain, this session will equip you with actionable strategies to mitigate risk, maintain supply chain continuity, and stay compliant in an increasingly complex enforcement environment.

Only live attendees will receive a copy of the recording and slide deck after the webinar.

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Aug 05 2026

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12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

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Forced Labor Compliance: What Importers Must Know in 2026

Mike Daniel is the network director of the Orange County Inland Empire SBDC Network, which assists aspiring entrepreneurs and current business owners throughout Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside counties. Mike was formerly the director of the SBDC office at Long Beach City College. As business owner and entrepreneur himself, he started his career as the owner of a Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory location in Manhattan Beach and went on to open a second location in Long Beach in 2001. In 2007, Mike sold the Manhattan Beach store for an above-market offer then invested in several additional locations as a minority shareholder. Mike further expanded his candy empire with venture located in Shoreline Village in Long Beach called Sugar Daddies Sweet Shoppe, based on fill-it yourself candy options.

Mike has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from California State University, Fullerton.