By working relentlessly with policymakers and industry stakeholders, AAFA helps protect your brand’s global reputation, its intellectual property, as well as your workers and consumers.
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Apr. 27, 2018
AAFA praised the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) following the release of its annual Special 301 Review.
May. 16, 2018
AAFA testified on the Administration's proposed tariffs on U.S. imports from China.
May. 11, 2018
AAFA joined with 16 other trade associations representing the soft goods industry to comment on U.S. proposals to impose tariffs on China.
AAFA joined with more than 100 other trade associations representing all sectors of the economy to comment on U.S. proposals to impose tariffs on China.
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For members who, despite their best efforts, have received a demand letter or a cease and desist letter, here are steps that should be taken in your defense.
The following guidelines should help defend against frivolous lawsuits.
These schools have passed a rigorous curriculum review to receive AAFA’s endorsement.
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July 19, 2018 08:00 AM
Committee will visit congress to meet with lawmakers and their staff to press for action on key issues and to educate them on policies that can suppor
Members Only
TOPICS: Brand Protection, Supply Chain, Trade
TYPE: Committee
LOCATION: Washington, DC
June 27, 2018 03:00 PM
Review the issues of the day and discuss Committee plans over the coming months
LOCATION: Conference Call
July 26, 2018 03:00 PM
Sep. 5, 2018 03:00 PM
Review the issues of the day and discuss Committee plans over the coming months.
Sep. 13, 2018 02:00 PM
Review the issues of the day and discuss BPC plans over the coming months
TOPICS: Brand Protection
Oct. 3, 2018 05:00 PM
The Executive Committee and Board of Directors will meet at Vans Headquarters in Costa Mesa, CA.
TOPICS: Supply Chain, Brand Protection, Trade
TYPE: In-Person Event
LOCATION: Costa Mesa, CA
Oct. 10, 2018 03:00 PM
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Before the government implements changes to various compliance processes, agencies often solicit comments, offering industry opportunities to provide feedback on the impact of proposed rule or process changes. AAFA provides comments on behalf of the industry. We also encourage you to submit comments directly. Here is where we share the requests for comments by agency and by deadline.
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June 20, 2018 02:00 PM
How will your brand navigate the new GDPR landscape? Join this webinar to explore what a post-GDPR world means for you.
TYPE: Webinar
LOCATION: Online
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