The International Trademark Association (INTA) hosted its 2021 Annual Meeting Virtual+ from November 15 to 19, 2021. This innovative hybrid event combined five days of fully virtual education, business development opportunities, and committee meetings, augmented with one-day onsite mini-conferences in select cities worldwide.
The virtual program featured five thematic tracks: Building a Better Society Through Brands, The Business of Brands, Enforcement and Anticounterfeiting, Innovation and the Future of IP, and Regional Updates. Each track offered in-depth sessions led by industry experts, addressing current trends and challenges in the intellectual property landscape.
In addition to the virtual sessions, INTA organized one-day in-person mini-conferences in New York, Berlin, and Los Angeles. These events provided attendees with opportunities for face-to-face networking, interactive discussions, and receptions, fostering connections within the global IP community.
The Annual Meeting was designed for brand owners, IP professionals, legal practitioners, and academics seeking to stay abreast of developments in trademark law and practice. Participants benefited from a comprehensive program that combined educational content with practical networking opportunities, enhancing their professional growth and industry engagement.
Speakers(25)
Andra a LaVant
President and Chief Inclusion Officer at LaVant Consulting, Inc.
Andra a LaVant is the President and Chief Inclusion Officer at LaVant Consulting, Inc., specializing in disability inclusion and accessibility strategies for organizations.
Andraéa LaVant
President and Chief Inclusion Officer at LaVant Consulting, Inc.
Andraéa LaVant is the president and chief inclusion officer at LaVant Consulting, Inc., known for her work in corporate development and content marketing for brands and nonprofits.
Chef Daniel Boulud
Restaurateur and Businessman
Chef Daniel Boulud is a celebrated restaurateur and businessman, recipient of multiple Michelin stars and James Beard Foundation awards.
Daniel Boulud
Chef, Restaurateur, and Businessman
Daniel Boulud is a celebrated chef and restaurateur, recipient of multiple Michelin stars and James Beard Foundation awards, recognized for his contributions to the culinary world.
David J. Kappos
Partner at Cravath, Swaine & Moore
David J. Kappos is a partner at Cravath, Swaine & Moore, widely recognized as a leading expert in the field of intellectual property.
Deborah A. Hampton
Secretary at International Trademark Association
Deborah Hampton serves as the secretary of the International Trademark Association, overseeing organizational governance.
Denise Lee Yohn
Brand Leadership Expert and Author
Denise Lee Yohn is a renowned brand leadership expert and influential author, known for her work in cultivating brand-building approaches through high-level positions in advertising and client-side marketing.
Diane Lau
Lead Trademark Paralegal at Facebook Inc.
Diane Lau is the lead trademark paralegal at Facebook Inc., co-chairing the 2021 Annual Meeting Project Team.
Dr. Tarek Hajjiri
Commissioner of Intellectual Property at Dubai International Financial Centre
Dr. Tarek Hajjiri serves as the Commissioner of Intellectual Property at the Dubai International Financial Centre, overseeing the development and enforcement of IP policies.
Etienne Sanz de Acedo
CEO at International Trademark Association
Etienne Sanz de Acedo is the CEO of the International Trademark Association, leading the organization's global initiatives.
Jesper Knudsen
CEO & Founder at BRANDIT GmbH
Jesper Knudsen is the CEO and founder of BRANDIT GmbH, hosting multiple pre-Annual Meeting receptions.
Khondaker Muhammad Aminur Rahman
Member, Customs, Export, Exemption, Bond & IT at National Board of Revenue, Bangladesh
Khondaker Muhammad Aminur Rahman is a member of the National Board of Revenue in Bangladesh, focusing on customs, export, exemption, bond, and IT matters.
Kourtney Kang
Writer, Producer, Showrunner, and Director
Kourtney Kang is a writer, producer, showrunner, and director, recognized for her work in the entertainment industry.
Laura Ganoza
Partner at Foley & Lardner LLP
Laura Ganoza is a partner at Foley & Lardner LLP, involved in the opening ceremonies of the Leadership Meeting.
Lisa Ritchie
Senior Counsel (Trademarks, Copyrights & Designs) at Philip Morris Products S.A.
Lisa Ritchie is the senior counsel for trademarks, copyrights, and designs at Philip Morris Products S.A., participating in the Leadership Meeting.
Lorenzo Litta
Chief Business Officer at BrandIT GmbH
Lorenzo Litta is the chief business officer at BrandIT GmbH, co-chairing the 2021 Annual Meeting Project Team.
Marc Landsberg
Founder and CEO at SocialDeviant
Marc Landsberg is the founder and CEO of SocialDeviant, known for his expertise in marketing campaigns and brand strategy.
Marjorie Goux
Chief Legal Officer at Rodan & Fields, LLC
Marjorie Goux is the chief legal officer at Rodan & Fields, LLC, overseeing the company's legal affairs.
Michael Justus
Partner at Katten
Michael Justus is a partner at Katten, specializing in intellectual property law.
Nick Wood
Executive Chairman at Com Laude
Nick Wood is the executive chairman of Com Laude, focusing on domain name management and brand protection.
Pieter van den Bulck
Global Director Intellectual Property at Anheuser-Busch InBev S.A.
Pieter van den Bulck is the global director of intellectual property at Anheuser-Busch InBev S.A., overseeing the company's IP strategy.
Purvi Patel Albers
Partner at Haynes and Boone, LLP
Purvi Patel Albers is a partner at Haynes and Boone, LLP, specializing in intellectual property law.
Tiki Dare
Vice President and Associate General Counsel at Oracle Corporation
Tiki Dare is the vice president and associate general counsel at Oracle Corporation, serving as the 2021 INTA President.
Tony West
Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, and Corporate Secretary at Uber Technologies, Inc.
Tony West is the senior vice president, chief legal officer, and corporate secretary at Uber Technologies, Inc., leading the company's legal affairs.
Xavier Ragot
Group General Counsel at Christian Louboutin Group
Xavier Ragot serves as the group general counsel for Christian Louboutin Group, overseeing legal matters for the luxury brand.
Event Details
- Date
- November 15-19, 2021
- 5 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Pricing
- $775 for virtual; $300 per mini-conference
- Audience
- Brand owners, IP professionals, legal practitioners, academics
- Attendees
- Over 3,000 registrants, including 800 attending mini-conferences