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A Look At Who’s Who In Geneva IP Policymaking And Beyond

Doesn’t it always seem like as soon as you know who covers what at the permanent missions in Geneva, terms end, new assignments begin and you’re left exchanging business cards again? Well, we have it sorted with a substantial (but non-exhaustive) list of delegates responsible for IP issues this year in the world’s centre of diplomacy. Additionally, you’ll find the latest IP people news across national and regional governments, nonprofit organisations, and the private sector.

Copyright Policy, English, Health & IP, IP Law, IP Policies, Language, Lobbying, Patents/Designs/Trade Secrets, People News, Subscribers, Themes, Trademarks/Geographical Indications/Domains

Keeping Pace With The IP Crowd’s Latest Moves

From government appointments and committee creations to key additions in the non-profit sector and industry advocacy’s revolving door, we’ve kept up with all of the latest hires, resignations, retirements and promotions over the past few months so you don’t miss a beat. Check out who you need to know.

Rachel Marusak Hermann
27/06/2012

Copyright Policy, English, IP Policies, Language, Patents/Designs/Trade Secrets, People News, Subscribers, Trademarks/Geographical Indications/Domains

Change Of Year Brings Changes In IP Community

The turning of a new year offers the opportunity to catch up on a range of recent personnel changes in the international IP policy and legal communities.

William New
16/01/2012

Copyright Policy, English, IP Policies, Language, North America, Patents/Designs/Trade Secrets, People News, Subscribers, Trademarks/Geographical Indications/Domains, Venues, WIPO

Change In USPTO Representation At WIPO Could Reflect Shift In Priorities

The sudden change in officials in charge of international policy at the United States Patent and Trademark Office could reflect shifting priorities at the World Intellectual Property Organization.

William New
05/01/2012

English, Innovation/ R&D, IP Policies, Language, North America, Patents/Designs/Trade Secrets, People News, Themes, Venues

US Patent Commissioner Stoll To Retire; Deputy Focarino To Step Up

Robert Stoll, the Commissioner for Patents at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), has announced his retirement on 31 December 2011. Deputy Commissioner for Patents Margaret "Peggy" Focarino will be nominated to replace him, USPTO said today.

Copyright Policy, English, IP Policies, Language, Patents/Designs/Trade Secrets, People News, Subscribers, Trademarks/Geographical Indications/Domains

Comings And Goings In The World Of IP

Resignations, retirements, appointments, and promotions are shaking up the status quo in the intellectual property world, opening the door of possibility for change in strategy and decision-making across industries and sectors.

English, Health & IP, IP Policies, Language, Lobbying, North America, Patents/Designs/Trade Secrets, People News, Themes, Venues

Pharma Executive To Head Gates’ Global Health Program

The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation today announced that Trevor Mundel has been named president of the foundation's Global Health Program. Mundel is global head of development for Novartis Pharma in Basel, Switzerland and will start at Gates on 1 December.

Copyright Policy, English, IP Policies, Language, Patents/Designs/Trade Secrets, People News, Subscribers, Trademarks/Geographical Indications/Domains, Venues, WHO, WIPO, WTO/TRIPS

Autumn Brings Personnel Changes In Geneva

The annual summer shuffle of the mission staff in Geneva has been particularly active this year for those with responsibility for intellectual property rights, with several key diplomats packing their bags, and new ones arriving.

Catherine Saez
12/08/2011

English, Health & IP, Human Rights, Innovation/ R&D, Language, People News, Subscribers, Themes

UNITAID Executive Secretary To Step Down

The head of Geneva-based UNITAID, an innovative drug purchasing system for the global poor, will leave the post this month.

Catherine Saez
22/06/2011

English, IP Policies, Language, North America, People News, Subscribers, Trademarks/Geographical Indications/Domains, Venues

New Deputy US Trademark Commissioner

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) today announced the appointment of a new deputy commissioner for trademarks, with oversight of examination and processing of applications.

William New
16/06/2011