The International Trademark Association (INTA) is hosting its 148th Annual Meeting from May 2 to 6, 2026, at the ExCeL London convention center in London, England. This premier global event brings together over 10,000 intellectual property professionals, brand owners, legal experts, government officials, and academics from more than 140 jurisdictions to discuss and shape the future of intellectual property law and practice.
The meeting features a comprehensive educational program divided into three core tracks: Law & Policy, Business of Intangibles, and Technologies Shaping the Future of IP. Additionally, specialized series such as the Patent Series, In-House Practitioners Series, and Professional Development & Career Advancement Series offer tailored content to meet the diverse needs of attendees. Sessions will cover a wide range of topics, including the impact of artificial intelligence on IP, global enforcement strategies, and emerging trends in brand protection.
Attendees can look forward to numerous networking opportunities, including structured business development excursions, speed networking sessions, and informal gatherings. The Innovation Marketplace will host over 200 exhibitors showcasing the latest products and services in the IP field. Notable speakers include Dame Anya Hindmarch DBE, a renowned fashion entrepreneur, and Daren Tang, Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), who will share their insights on leadership, innovation, and the evolving IP landscape.
This event is ideal for intellectual property professionals, brand owners, legal practitioners, and policymakers seeking to stay abreast of the latest developments in IP law, expand their professional networks, and gain practical insights to enhance their practice. Whether you're an experienced practitioner or new to the field, the INTA Annual Meeting offers valuable opportunities for learning, collaboration, and professional growth.
Speakers(61)
Adam Williams
CEO at UK Intellectual Property Office
Adam Williams is the CEO of the UK Intellectual Property Office, managing the UK's IP framework.
Anna Jardfelt
Director General at Swedish Intellectual Property Office
Anna Jardfelt is the Director General of the Swedish Intellectual Property Office, overseeing national IP policies.
António-Serge de Pinho Campinos
President at European Patent Office
António-Serge de Pinho Campinos is the President of the European Patent Office, leading patent-related initiatives across Europe.
Cheryl Foytlin
Assistant General Counsel – Trademarks at Johnson & Johnson
Cheryl Foytlin is the Assistant General Counsel for Trademarks at Johnson & Johnson.
Christina Demetriades
Group Operating Officer at Accenture Legal
Christina Demetriades is the Group Operating Officer at Accenture Legal, managing legal operations.
Cécile Cailac
Global Head of Intellectual Property at Chanel
Cécile Cailac is the Global Head of Intellectual Property at Chanel, overseeing the brand's IP portfolio.
Dame Anya Hindmarch DBE
Founder at Anya Hindmarch
A renowned fashion entrepreneur and brand leader, Dame Anya Hindmarch is celebrated for integrating design, storytelling, and sustainability in her work.
Daren Tang
Director General at World Intellectual Property Organization
Daren Tang serves as the Director General of WIPO, leading global efforts in intellectual property policy and cooperation.
David Haigh
Chairman at Brand Finance Plc
David Haigh is the Chairman of Brand Finance Plc, specializing in brand valuation and strategy.
Deborah A. Hampton
Global Brand Enforcement & Trademark Team Leader at The Chemours Company
Deborah A. Hampton leads the Global Brand Enforcement & Trademark Team at The Chemours Company, overseeing brand protection strategies.
Dr. Bobby Mukherjee
Head of IP at BAE Systems Plc
Dr. Bobby Mukherjee is the Head of IP at BAE Systems Plc.
Duncan Matthews
Professor of Intellectual Property Law at Queen Mary University of London
Duncan Matthews is a Professor of Intellectual Property Law at Queen Mary University of London.
Dylan Lee
Head of European Litigation at Huawei
Dylan Lee serves as the Head of European Litigation at Huawei.
Edward L. Brant
Chief IP Officer, Legal Operations Executive at The Chemours Company
Edward L. Brant is the Chief IP Officer and Legal Operations Executive at The Chemours Company, managing intellectual property strategies.
Elisa Rodriguez Ortiz
Director at Spanish Office of Patents and Trademarks
Elisa Rodriguez Ortiz directs the Spanish Office of Patents and Trademarks, managing national IP matters.
Enrico Bonadio
Professor of Law at City St George’s University of London
Enrico Bonadio is a Professor of Law at City St George’s University of London.
Ese Akpogheneta
Trademark Counsel at British American Tobacco Group
Ese Akpogheneta is the Trademark Counsel at British American Tobacco Group, focusing on brand protection.
Fernando Polo
CEO at Good Rebels
Fernando Polo is the CEO of Good Rebels, focusing on digital transformation and innovation.
Helen Brocklebank
CEO at Walpole
Helen Brocklebank serves as the CEO of Walpole, promoting British luxury brands.
His Excellency Dr. Abdelrahman Al Muaini
Assistant Undersecretary for the Intellectual Property Sector at Ministry of Economy
His Excellency Dr. Abdelrahman Al Muaini is the Assistant Undersecretary for the Intellectual Property Sector at the Ministry of Economy.
His Excellency Professor Dr. Hesham Azmi
Chairman at Egypt Intellectual Property Authority
His Excellency Professor Dr. Hesham Azmi is the Chairman of the Egypt Intellectual Property Authority.
Irene Chang
IP Counsel at HP Inc.
Irene Chang is the IP Counsel at HP Inc., focusing on intellectual property matters.
Iyinoluwa Aboyeji
Founder and CEO at Future Africa
Iyinoluwa Aboyeji is the Founder and CEO of Future Africa, focusing on investment in innovative startups.
Jacob Ewerdt
Senior Legal Counsel, IP Policy at Qualcomm Inc.
Jacob Ewerdt serves as the Senior Legal Counsel for IP Policy at Qualcomm Inc.
Jenny Urquhart
Chairman at Johnstons of Elgin
Jenny Urquhart serves as the Chairman of Johnstons of Elgin, a luxury textiles company.
John A. Squires
Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director at United States Patent and Trademark Office
John A. Squires serves as the Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the USPTO, overseeing U.S. patent and trademark policies.
John Welch
Senior Counsel at Wolf, Greenfield & Sacks, P.C.
John Welch serves as Senior Counsel at Wolf, Greenfield & Sacks, P.C., focusing on trademark law.
Judge Young Gi Kim
High Court Judge at Intellectual Property High Court
Judge Young Gi Kim serves as a High Court Judge at the Intellectual Property High Court.
Kanishka Narayan MP
Parliamentary Under‑Secretary of State at Department for Science, Innovation and Technology
Kanishka Narayan MP serves as the Parliamentary Under‑Secretary of State at the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology.
Karin Žvokelj
Director at Slovenian Intellectual Property Office
Karin Žvokelj directs the Slovenian Intellectual Property Office, overseeing IP matters in Slovenia.
Konstantinos Georgaras
Chief Executive Officer at Canadian Intellectual Property Office
Konstantinos Georgaras serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Intellectual Property Office.
Kurtis Lindqvist
President and CEO at Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN)
Kurtis Lindqvist is the President and CEO of ICANN.
Lara Kayode
Founder and Managing Partner at O. Kayode & Co.
Lara Kayode is the Founder and Managing Partner of O. Kayode & Co., specializing in intellectual property law.
Lynn Carrillo
Director of Commercial Legal at Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA)
Lynn Carrillo serves as the Director of Commercial Legal at FIFA.
Marianna Nitsch
Global Chief Legal Officer and Company Secretary at Chanel Limited
Marianna Nitsch serves as the Global Chief Legal Officer and Company Secretary at Chanel Limited.
Mark Leishman
Executive Director & Secretary at Royal Warrant Holders Association
Mark Leishman is the Executive Director & Secretary of the Royal Warrant Holders Association.
Megan Martin
Head of Intellectual Property at Middle Earth Enterprises LLC
Megan Martin serves as the Head of Intellectual Property at Middle Earth Enterprises LLC.
Michael Carson
Senior Director, Legal Affairs, Contracts and Intellectual Property at YMCA of The USA
Michael Carson serves as the Senior Director of Legal Affairs, Contracts, and Intellectual Property at YMCA of The USA.
Michael Schwager
Director General at IP Australia
Michael Schwager is the Director General of IP Australia.
Mohammad Amro
General Counsel at Agthia Group PJSC
Mohammad Amro serves as the General Counsel at Agthia Group PJSC, overseeing legal affairs.
Molly Baxi Thakkar
Head of Trademarks & Domain Names at Telefonaktiebolaget L M Ericsson
Molly Baxi Thakkar serves as the Head of Trademarks & Domain Names at Telefonaktiebolaget L M Ericsson.
Naledi Magomola
Senior Manager, Commercial Legal-Intellectual Property at MTN Nigeria
Naledi Magomola is the Senior Manager for Commercial Legal-Intellectual Property at MTN Nigeria.
Obianuju Otudor
Manager Commercial Legal Intellectual Property and Technology Law Company Secretary at MTN Group
Obianuju Otudor serves as the Manager for Commercial Legal Intellectual Property and Technology Law Company Secretary at MTN Group.
Oliver Watson
Senior IP Counsel at Novartis Pharma AG
Oliver Watson serves as the Senior IP Counsel at Novartis Pharma AG.
Randolph Collins
Trademark, Copyright & Marketing Counsel at HP.com
Randolph Collins serves as the Trademark, Copyright & Marketing Counsel at HP.com.
Richard Haigh
Managing Director at Brand Finance Plc
Richard Haigh is the Managing Director of Brand Finance Plc, specializing in brand valuation.
Rose James
Senior Director, Global, Legal, Intellectual Property at Expedia, Inc.
Rose James is the Senior Director of Global Legal Intellectual Property at Expedia, Inc.
Ryan Abbott
Professor of Law and Health Sciences at University of Surrey Law School
Ryan Abbott is a Professor of Law and Health Sciences at the University of Surrey Law School.
Sarah Orchard
Chief Intellectual Property Officer at Unilever P.L.C.
Sarah Orchard is the Chief Intellectual Property Officer at Unilever P.L.C.
Sarah Vaughan
Senior Patent Attorney at Rolls-Royce
Sarah Vaughan is a Senior Patent Attorney at Rolls-Royce.
Sir Colin Birss
Chancellor of the High Court at Royal Courts of Justice
Sir Colin Birss serves as the Chancellor of the High Court in the UK, overseeing significant legal proceedings.
Sir James Mellor
Justice of the High Court at Royal Courts of Justice
Sir James Mellor is a Justice of the High Court in the UK, presiding over significant legal cases.
Sir Richard David Arnold
Lord Justice at Court of Appeal of England and Wales
Sir Richard David Arnold serves as a Lord Justice at the Court of Appeal of England and Wales.
Sir Richard Meade
Justice of the High Court – Head of the Patents Court at Royal Courts of Justice
Sir Richard Meade serves as a Justice of the High Court and Head of the Patents Court in the UK.
Sir Robin Jacob
Director, Institute of Brand and Innovation Law at University College London
Sir Robin Jacob directs the Institute of Brand and Innovation Law at UCL, contributing to legal education and research.
Sune Stampe Sørensen
Director General and CEO at Danish Patent and Trademark Office
Sune Stampe Sørensen is the Director General and CEO of the Danish Patent and Trademark Office, leading IP initiatives in Denmark.
Tanya Fickenscher
Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at Major League Baseball
Tanya Fickenscher is the Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at Major League Baseball, focusing on legal affairs within the organization.
Theodore Davis
Partner at Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP
Theodore Davis is a Partner at Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP, specializing in intellectual property law.
Wei Han
First-class Senior Judge at 3rd Civil Tribunal, Supreme People’s Court
Wei Han is a First-class Senior Judge at the 3rd Civil Tribunal of the Supreme People’s Court.
Welly Tantono
Executive Head for Legal, Compliance & InfoSec at Secretlab
Welly Tantono is the Executive Head for Legal, Compliance & InfoSec at Secretlab.
Yuqiang Liu
Second-Class Senior Procurator of the Intellectual Property Prosecution Department at Supreme People’s Procuratorate
Yuqiang Liu serves as the Second-Class Senior Procurator of the Intellectual Property Prosecution Department at the Supreme People’s Procuratorate.
Event Details
- Date
- May 2-6, 2026
- 5 days
- Location
- 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom
- ExCeL London
- Pricing
- $1,725 - $4,425
- Audience
- Intellectual property professionals, brand owners, legal practitioners, policymakers, academics
- CLE Credits
- CLE accreditation pending
- Attendees
- Over 10,000