The 2018 China International Trademark Festival, held from August 31 to September 3 in Tangshan, China, was a premier event dedicated to the advancement of trademark and brand development. Organized by the China Trademark Association, the Hebei Administration for Industry and Commerce, and the Tangshan People's Government, the festival served as a significant platform for industry professionals to engage in discussions on trademark creation, protection, and utilization.
The festival featured a diverse array of forums and seminars, including the Fifth China Brand Economy Summit Forum, which focused on strengthening trademark brand utilization and innovation to drive economic development. Other sessions addressed topics such as the impact of the surge in trademark applications and the latest developments in Chinese trademark law practices.
Attendees had the opportunity to participate in networking events, explore exhibitions showcasing innovative trademark designs, and hear from notable speakers like Liu Junchen, Deputy Director of the State Intellectual Property Office, and Zhao Chunjiang, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering. The event also included the China Trademark Creative Design Competition, highlighting outstanding trademark designs and fostering creative excellence in the field.
The festival was tailored for trademark professionals, brand managers, legal experts, and business leaders seeking to enhance their understanding of trademark strategies and brand development. It provided a unique opportunity to gain insights into the latest trends, network with peers, and explore innovative approaches to brand management.
Speakers(48)
Betty Wang
Deputy Director of IP Department at Tencent Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd.
Betty Wang is the Deputy Director of the Intellectual Property Department at Tencent Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd., managing IP strategy and protection.
Chen Guan
Professor of Marketing Department at Business School, Renmin University of China
Chen Guan is a Professor of the Marketing Department at the Business School of Renmin University of China and Chief Expert of CTBI.
Chen Hong
Deputy Director at China Education Television
Chen Hong serves as the Deputy Director of China Education Television, overseeing educational programming and media initiatives.
Chen Lanlan
Director of Platform Governance at Alibaba
Chen Lanlan is the Director of Platform Governance at Alibaba, focusing on maintaining platform integrity and compliance.
Dr. Gregor Versondert
Chair of MARQUES Council and Global Legal Counsel, Shave Care at Procter & Gamble International Operations S.A.
Dr. Gregor Versondert is the Chair of the MARQUES Council and serves as the Global Legal Counsel for Shave Care at Procter & Gamble International Operations S.A.
Du Ningrang
County Governor at Gaolan County
Du Ningrang is the County Governor of Gaolan County, leading local governance and development initiatives.
Feng Haoyu
Manager, Foreign Trademark Department at CHOFN
Feng Haoyu is the Manager of the Foreign Trademark Department at CHOFN and a representative of the Vice President of the China Trademark Association.
Gao Guangxu
Vice President and Secretary-General at China National Culture Foundation
Gao Guangxu is the Vice President and Secretary-General of the China National Culture Foundation, promoting cultural heritage and development.
Ge Baoqin
Chief Operating Officer and Deputy General Manager at Red Shield Big Data (Beijing) Co., Ltd.
Ge Baoqin is the Chief Operating Officer and Deputy General Manager of Red Shield Big Data (Beijing) Co., Ltd.
Gregor Versondert
Chair of MARQUES Council and Global Legal Counsel, Shave Care at Procter & Gamble International Operations S.A.
Dr. Gregor Versondert is the Chair of MARQUES Council and serves as the Global Legal Counsel for Shave Care at Procter & Gamble International Operations S.A.
Günther Marten
Minister Counsellor and EUIPO IP Attaché at EU Embassy (Beijing)
Günther Marten is the Minister Counsellor and EUIPO IP Attaché at the EU Embassy in Beijing.
Hiroshi Koshiba
Japan Patent Attorneys Association
Hiroshi Koshiba is a member of the Japan Patent Attorneys Association, focusing on intellectual property rights.
Hu Gang
Director of Trademark Sector I at CCPIT Patent and Trademark Law Office
Hu Gang is the Director of Trademark Sector I at CCPIT Patent and Trademark Law Office and a representative of the Vice President of the China Trademark Association.
Judy Wang
Creative Director at Labbrand
Judy Wang is the Creative Director at Labbrand, a global brand consultancy, and a member of MARQUES.
Julia Hongbo Zhong
Vice General Manager at Lee and Li-Leaven IPR Agency
Julia Hongbo Zhong is the Vice General Manager at Lee and Li-Leaven IPR Agency and Chair of MARQUES China Team.
Karin Becks
Trademark Attorney at Arnold & Siedsma
Karin Becks is a Trademark Attorney at Arnold & Siedsma in Amsterdam and a member of the MARQUES China Team.
Kong Qingbing
Chief Judge at Beijing Higher People's Court
Kong Qingbing serves as the Chief Judge at the Beijing Higher People's Court, overseeing significant legal cases.
Li Bin
Senior Partner at Wanhuida Peksung
Li Bin is a Senior Partner at Wanhuida Peksung and a representative of the Vice President of the China Trademark Association.
Li Yiqun
Deputy Editor at China Industry and Commerce Press
Li Yiqun serves as the Deputy Editor at China Industry and Commerce Press, contributing to publications on commerce and industry.
Li Zheng
Director, Geographical Indication Division at China Trademark Office, CNIPA
Li Zheng is the Director of the Geographical Indication Division at the China Trademark Office, CNIPA, overseeing geographical indication trademarks.
Liu Junchen
Party Secretary and Deputy Director at State Intellectual Property Office
Liu Junchen serves as the Party Secretary and Deputy Director of the State Intellectual Property Office, overseeing national intellectual property policies and enforcement.
Liu Yuan
General Manager at Sichuan Juneng Chuanyi Electronic Commerce Co., Ltd.
Liu Yuan is the General Manager of Sichuan Juneng Chuanyi Electronic Commerce Co., Ltd., known for Wenchuan Sweet Cherry.
Ma Fu
President at China Trademark Association
Ma Fu is the President of the China Trademark Association, leading initiatives to promote trademark protection and brand development in China.
Qi Zhongxiang
Chairman at Wo Min Hi-tech Technology (Beijing) Co., Ltd.
Qi Zhongxiang is the Chairman of Wo Min Hi-tech Technology (Beijing) Co., Ltd.
Reinhout van Malenstein
Senior Counsel at HFG Law & Intellectual Property
Reinhout van Malenstein is a Senior Counsel at HFG Law & Intellectual Property in Shanghai.
Sally Yeung
CEO at KHORATHAI
Sally Yeung is the CEO of KHORATHAI, a company specializing in Thai fragrant rice.
Seiji Ota
Japan Patent Attorneys Association
Seiji Ota is a member of the Japan Patent Attorneys Association, specializing in patent law.
Shu Min
Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee at Qianjiang City, Hubei Province
Shu Min is the Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee of Qianjiang City, Hubei Province, focusing on regional development and brand promotion.
Su Wang
Vice President at JingDong Group
Su Wang is the Vice President of JingDong Group, focusing on corporate strategy and business development.
Sun Mingxiang
Head at Shandong Geographical Indication Industry Association
Sun Mingxiang is the Head of the Shandong Geographical Indication Industry Association, promoting regional brands and products.
Takuhiro Shinoda
Japan Patent Attorneys Association
Takuhiro Shinoda is a member of the Japan Patent Attorneys Association, contributing to international IP discussions.
Wang Chao
Chairman at Beijing Xi Yu Brand Consulting Co., Ltd.
Wang Chao is the Chairman of Beijing Xi Yu Brand Consulting Co., Ltd.
Wang Yafang
Trademark Agent at King & Wood Mallesons
Wang Yafang is a Trademark Agent at King & Wood Mallesons, providing legal services in trademark law.
Wang Zhe
Member of the Party Committee, Deputy Director General at Administration of Market Regulation of Minhang District, Shanghai
Wang Zhe is a Member of the Party Committee and Deputy Director General of the Administration of Market Regulation of Minhang District, Shanghai.
Xia Yan Jun
Vice Governor at Hebei Provincial People's Government
Xia Yan Jun is the Vice Governor of Hebei Province, responsible for economic development and trade affairs within the province.
Xia Yanjun
Vice Governor at Hebei Provincial People's Government
Xia Yanjun is the Vice Governor of Hebei Province, responsible for economic development and trade affairs within the province.
Xiang Songzuo
Economist
Xiang Songzuo is a renowned economist known for his insights into China's economic policies and development strategies.
Xiaoling Pei
Madrid Registry, Brands and Designs Sector at World Intellectual Property Organization
Xiaoling Pei is part of the Madrid Registry, Brands and Designs Sector at the World Intellectual Property Organization.
Ye Xiangdong
Member of the Party Committee, Deputy Director General at Administration of Market Regulation of Yiwu, Zhejiang
Ye Xiangdong is a Member of the Party Committee and Deputy Director General of the Administration of Market Regulation of Yiwu, Zhejiang.
Yu Yue
Deputy Director, Professional Standards Department at China Appraisal Society
Yu Yue is the Deputy Director of the Professional Standards Department at the China Appraisal Society.
Yuan Zhenfu
Associate Professor at Shanghai University
Yuan Zhenfu is an Associate Professor at Shanghai University, providing expert commentary on intellectual property matters.
Zhang Chu
Professor and Director at Intellectual Property Research Center, China University of Political Science and Law
Zhang Chu is a Professor and Director of the Intellectual Property Research Center at the China University of Political Science and Law.
Zhang Jingzhou
Party Secretary and Director at Administration for Industry and Commerce of Taian City, Shandong Province
Zhang Jingzhou is the Party Secretary and Director of the Administration for Industry and Commerce of Taian City, Shandong Province.
Zhang Jun
President at DATAWAY
Zhang Jun is the President of DATAWAY, a leading data analytics and consulting firm.
Zhang Junqin
Moderator at WIPO Office in China
Zhang Junqin is a moderator at the WIPO Office in China, facilitating discussions on intellectual property.
Zhang Xiaojin
Chief Judge at Second Trial Division, Beijing IP Court
Zhang Xiaojin is the Chief Judge of the Second Trial Division at the Beijing Intellectual Property Court, specializing in IP litigation.
Zhao Chunjiang
Academician at Chinese Academy of Engineering
Zhao Chunjiang is an Academician at the Chinese Academy of Engineering and the Chief Expert at the National Engineering Research Center for Information Technology in Agriculture.
Zhong Hongbo
Vice General Manager at Lee and Li-Leaven IPR Agency
Zhong Hongbo is the Vice General Manager at Lee and Li-Leaven IPR Agency and Chair of the MARQUES China Team.
Event Details
- Date
- August 31 - September 3, 2018
- 4 days
- Location
- 🇨🇳 Tangshan, China
- Tangshan Southlake International Convention and Exhibition Center
- Audience
- Trademark professionals, brand managers, legal experts, business leaders