A. Lynne Cole
Senior Manager, International Trade Compliance at Colt's Manufacturing Company LLC
RESOURCEFUL SENIOR MANAGER, INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMPLIANCE
RESOURCEFUL SENIOR MANAGER, INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMPLIANCE

U.S. Government Regulations | Mitigate Risk of Regulatory Violations

Collaborative problem solver who utilizes extensive knowledge of International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) in determination of licensing requirements, and resolution of outstanding issues. Expert in identifying license requirements, providing training and guidance on export / import regulations, and resolving related issues by developing clear, concise action plans. Adapts easily to organizational structure, driving successful completion of long-term projects. Strong attention to detail and follow through.

Expertise in:
	Licensing / Agreement Strategy	ITAR and EAR Training
	Exemptions / Exceptions		            ITAR Agreements
	Policies and Procedures		            ITAR and EAR Licenses
	Investigations / Disclosures	            International Site Support
Colt's Manufacturing Company LLC
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•	Provided subject matter expertise and guidance to business units on compliance with ITAR and EAR regulations and initiate licensing strategies to maximize outcomes and obtain required export and import authorizations.
•	Interfaced with representatives of U.S. government to discuss issues and regulatory requirements ensuring authorizations are obtained in a timely manner.
•	Supported investigations and disclosures, regarding potential ITAR or EAR violations; drafted and submitted disclosures to U.S. government. 
•	Developed, reviewed, and approved export and import authorization requests and use of exemptions or exceptions, enabling business units to lawfully export U.S. government regulated hardware and technical data.
•	Responsible for facilitating, developing, implementing and maintaining internal export and import controls, reducing risk of violation of U.S. government regulations.
West Hartford, CT
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Senior Manager, International Trade Compliance
UTC Aerospace Systems
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•	Prepared / submitted license and agreement applications to Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) and Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), ensuring compliance with U.S. government regulations.
•	Trained U.S. and non-U.S. locations on ITAR and EAR licensing requirements and regulations, minimizing risk of subsidiaries violating U.S. government regulations.
•	Reviewed and approved proposed ITAR agreements and BIS license applications for UTC Aerospace Systems U.S. and non-U.S. locations, enabling faster review by company’s corporate, so applications got submitted to U.S. government quicker.
•	Supported investigations and disclosures, related to potential violations of the ITAR or EAR, enabling UTAS investigations team to draft and submit disclosures to U.S. government.
•	Determined applicability for use of ITAR or EAR license exemptions and exceptions, allowing engineers and others within business unit to export U.S. government controlled information to non-U.S. parties in timely manner.
•	Reduced risk of regulatory violations by at least 20% through proactively training and overseeing export / import related activities within business unit.
Windsor Locks, CT
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Senior Analyst, International Trade Compliance
General Dynamics Armament and Technical Products, Inc.
https://www.linkedin.com/company/general-dynamics
•	Worked with program managers, engineers, business development, security and in-house attorneys, determining to determine appropriate export / import authorization requirements.
•	Prepared / submitted ITAR license applications and agreements and determined use of exemptions, complying with U.S. government regulations.
•	Provided export control briefings to team members and management and monitor relationships with foreign entities, ensuring compliance with regulations and team members’ understanding of what was approved and was not approved in authorization from U.S. government.
•	Reviewed and approved foreign visitor and international travel requests and screened foreign visitors and companies against denied party listings, mitigating risk to company of unauthorized access to U.S. government-controlled information and unauthorized travel by employees.
•	Developed, updated and maintained relevant website content for regulatory compliance Office, providing accurate information on company policies and procedures, minimizing company’s risks.
•	Decreased turn time for submitting applications by developing and implementing processes and procedures, ensuring appropriate information were obtained for agreement and license submissions to U.S. Government.
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Legal Compliance Specialist
General Dynamics Armament and Technical Products, Inc.
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•	Provided support to 3 attorneys in legal department, aiding in achievement of business and departmental objectives.
•	Designed, developed, implemented and oversaw system for filing and retention of all legal department and regulatory compliance office records, ensuring adherence to with U.S. Government requirements and company policies and procedures.
Charlotte, North Carolina Area
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Paralegal
Bachelor’s Degree
Paralegal
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Liberty University
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Associate’s Degree
Paralegal
Liberty University
International Compliance Professionals Association
Member
Society for International Affairs
Member
Robert N. Tullar, CPM
      
          



            
              
        
              
  

    
        I worked with Lynne Cole for a number of years while at GDATP.  It is a privilege to recommend Lynne for any number of reasons, a few of which I will outline below:
1.	 Lynne’s Work Ethic is strong, she will go the extra mile and ask questions to make sure she understands the deliverable that is needed.
2.	Lynne is a person of strong moral and professional character, yet she is personable and willing to listen with the intent of learning.
3.	Lynne is committed to her work, her family and you know when she has finished the day, she has done her best.

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International Trade Compliance Experts: Networking Group
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Department of Defense
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GENERAL DYNAMICS CONNECTIONS
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(ICPA INC) International Compliance Professionals Association, Inc.
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Export Controls Group
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Liberty University Alumni
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Global Trade Compliance Professionals
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Firearms Industry
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Liberty U for Business & Alumni
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