The recent Department of Homeland Security (DHS) hearing on UFLPA enforcement has signaled stricter regulations and tougher penalties for non-compliance. With plans to increase isotopic testing, expand their workforce, and enhance their analytical capabilities to identify entities operating in high-risk areas, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is gearing up for a major crackdown on UFLPA violations.
Watch our on-demand webinar for a Q&A with former CBP executive director, Ana Hinojosa, as she unpacks the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA).
Meet the Presenters
Ana Hinojosa
Strategic Regulatory Advisor
Ana has had an illustrious career with over 34 years of experience in law enforcement, international trade, international policy development and standard setting both with U.S. federal government and with the World Customs Organization (WCO) in Brussels Belgium. Prior to joining Oritain in June 2022, Ana was Executive Director at the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) where she was responsible for directing CBP’s trade threat assessment units, special investigations and enforcement programs.
Ben Tomkins
Vice President Retail Sales
Ben has been at Oritain for seven years, working primarily with brands, retailers and manufacturers in the fashion and cotton industry, helping them develop programs to meet their traceability and verification objectives. Having studied Business Finance at the Henley Business School, Ben now focuses on compliance and environmental, social, and governance (ESG), particularly in North America.