Host: Lalo Solorzano

In this special episode, Lalo sits down with Elena Ryan of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to unpack the details of the new continuing education requirement for Licensed Customs Brokers.

Elena walks through how the program came to life, what the triennial cycle means, and why CBP designed the credit system to balance rigor with accessibility. From free training opportunities to the role of accreditors, this conversation offers brokers and training providers a clear look into what compliance will mean through 2027.

You’ll also hear how CBP is working with industry to ensure flexibility, transparency, and professionalization of the broker community.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Key Takeaways:

Brokers must complete 20 credits for the current 2025–2027 cycle (instead of 36).

CBP emphasized accessibility: credits can come from private providers, associations, and free CBP/OGA webinars.

Accreditors ensure fair credit assignment, but brokers themselves must track their education for audits.

National permits and automation have transformed broker operations, making education more important than ever.

Continuing education puts brokers on par with other licensed professions, raising the bar for the industry.

📌 Resources & Mentions:

CBP – Broker Continuing Education

Federal Register – Broker Education Final Rule (June 2023)

NCBFAA – National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America

ICPA – International Compliance Professionals Association

Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

Global Training Center – Accredited trade education provider

🎧 Credits

Host:

Lalo Solorzano – LinkedIn

Guest:

Elena Ryan – Special Advisor, CBP

Producer:

Lalo Solorzano

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