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The Challenge of FOCI: A Holland & Knight and Council on Intelligence Issues Panel [NEW]

20 Apr 2026 - 5:00pm
Live Webinar


Join Holland & Knight and the Council on Intelligence Issues (CII) for a timely and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring some of the most complex compliance and legal considerations facing startup and legacy businesses today.

This webinar presentation will bring together industry leaders, legal professionals and government-focused practitioners to examine:

  • Regulatory Issues Surrounding Foreign Ownership, Control or Influence(FOCI). Key requirements, evolving oversight and practical implications forbusinesses operating within the U.S. Intelligence Community (IC) and nationalsecurity space.
  • Special Concerns in Acquisition Contracting. Heightened complianceexpectations, risks during due diligence and strategies for structuring contracts to withstand regulatory scrutiny.
  • Challenges Impacting Investment and M&A Activity. How regulatory reviews, security agreements and transactional risk factors shape dealmaking and exit planning in sensitive sectors.
  • The panel discussion will include implications for former members of the IC who may have positions with companies doing business in this regulated space or may be involved in innovative new ventures, as well as the role the IC plays in this area as approvals are being sought in light of national security concerns. Whether your role touches compliance, corporate development, contracting or strategic planning, our discussion will offer valuable insights into navigating these high-stakes areas with confidence.
Moderator: Robert A. Rizzi | Partner, Holland & Knight
Speakers:
  • Margaret V. Augustine | Former Procurement Executive, Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)
  • Dustin Dwyer | Director of Risk Mitigation and Compliance Monitoring, U.S. Department of Homeland Security
  • Robert A. Friedman | Partner, Holland & Knight
  • Mary Rose McCaffrey | Risk Management, Strategic Advisor, Security Solutions Consultant

Register by April 20.