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Brand Protection Teams II: Taking a Mature Brand Protection Team to the Next Level

by International AntiCounterfeiting Coalition

"Brand Protection Teams II: Taking a Mature Brand Protection Team to the Next Level" is a specialized session held during the International AntiCounterfeiting Coalition (IACC) Annual Conference in San Diego, California, on May 14, 2025. This session focuses on advancing established brand protection teams by exploring strategies for enhancing their effectiveness and adapting to evolving challenges in the field.

The session is moderated by Justin Pierce, Chair of the IP Division at Venable LLP, and features insights from Patrick Bush, Director of Global Security Americas at Novartis; Aaron Fennimore, Senior Director and Assistant General Counsel at Western Digital Corp.; and Zach Toczynski, Senior Director of Global Brand Protection at Levi Strauss & Co. These experts share their experiences and best practices for optimizing mature brand protection teams.

Attendees have the opportunity to engage with leading professionals in the brand protection sector, participate in in-depth discussions, and gain practical knowledge to implement within their own organizations. The session is part of a broader conference agenda that includes various workshops, networking events, and an exhibit hall showcasing the latest in anti-counterfeiting technologies and services.

This session is ideal for brand protection professionals seeking to refine their strategies and enhance the performance of their teams. By attending, participants can gain valuable insights into advanced brand protection techniques and network with peers facing similar challenges.

Speakers(12)

Aaron Fennimore

Senior Director, Assistant General Counsel at Western Digital Corp.

Aaron Fennimore serves as Senior Director and Assistant General Counsel at Western Digital Corp., handling legal affairs.

Dawn Sgarlata

Director – Membership at IACC

Dawn Sgarlata serves as Director of Membership at the IACC, overseeing member relations and engagement.

Eric Richardson

Manager of Forecasting & Data Analytics at USAopoly, Inc.

Eric Richardson manages forecasting and data analytics at USAopoly, Inc., supporting brand protection efforts.

Evan Williams

Senior Director, Global IP Enforcement at Alibaba

Evan Williams leads global IP enforcement strategies at Alibaba, protecting intellectual property assets.

Heng Li

Program Director at IACC

Heng Li is the Program Director at the International AntiCounterfeiting Coalition (IACC), managing various initiatives.

Jasmine Xu

Senior Manager at Alibaba

Jasmine Xu manages senior-level operations at Alibaba, focusing on intellectual property enforcement.

Justin Pierce

Chair, IP Division at Venable LLP

Justin Pierce is the Chair of the IP Division at Venable LLP, specializing in intellectual property law.

Patrick Bush

Director, Global Security Americas at Novartis

Patrick Bush oversees global security operations in the Americas for Novartis, focusing on brand protection.

Paul May

Senior Vice President at USAopoly, Inc.

Paul May is the Senior Vice President at USAopoly, Inc., leading brand protection and strategic initiatives.

Vinny Minhas

Head of Americas at Marqvision

Vinny Minhas heads the Americas region at Marqvision, specializing in brand protection solutions.

Event Details

Date
April 9, 2025
Location
🇺🇸 San Diego, United States
San Diego, California
Pricing
Varies by tier
Audience
Brand protection professionals, IP enforcement experts, legal practitioners
CLE Credits
CLE accreditation pending
Attendees
500–600

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