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(16)
Andraéa LaVant
President and Chief Inclusion Officer at LaVant Consulting, Inc.
Andraéa LaVant is the president and chief inclusion officer of 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.
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.
Denise Lee Yohn
Brand Leadership Expert
Denise Lee Yohn is a renowned brand leadership expert and influential author, known for her work in brand-building through high-level positions in advertising and client-side marketing.
Dr. Tarek Hajjiri
Senior Vice President – Legal Affairs & Commissioner of Intellectual Property at Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)
Dr. Tarek Hajjiri is the senior vice president of legal affairs and commissioner of intellectual property at the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), focusing on IP rights and legal affairs.
Etienne Sanz de Acedo
CEO at International Trademark Association
Etienne Sanz de Acedo is the CEO of the International Trademark Association, leading the organization in supporting trademarks and related intellectual property.
Kourtney Kang
Writer, Producer, Showrunner, and Director
Kourtney Kang is a writer, producer, showrunner, and director, recognized for her work in television and film.
Marc Landsberg
Founder and CEO at SocialDeviant
Marc Landsberg is the founder and CEO of SocialDeviant, a marketing agency, known for his insights into marketing campaigns and brand strategies.
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, compliance, and ethics functions.
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