2018 USPTO China IP Roadshow: New York!

2018 USPTO China IP Roadshow: New York!

My last speaking gig this year with the USPTO China IP Road Show will take place in New York. Interestingly, this is also where my IP career started. I still remember those days when I watched the rats chasing each other at the 5th AVE subway station and getting my...
USPTO China IP Roadshow (2018)

USPTO China IP Roadshow (2018)

One of the many good things that came with speaking at #USPTO China roadshows was the opportunity to visit many cities and get a feel for the city’s vibe and people. In #Iowa, cars still stop for pedestrians. In #Kansas, people still hold doors open for strangers....
8 Tips on Protecting a Brand Internationally

8 Tips on Protecting a Brand Internationally

I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Bernie Thompson, one of the most successful #Amazon sellers, at the Seller Velocity platform. I want to write a special shoutout to Bernie on his exceptional moderating skills. Most of the time our attention is on the...
Webinar – 3 Keys to the Emperor’s Kingdom

Webinar – 3 Keys to the Emperor’s Kingdom

I had a great time presenting with @Joan Zhang (senior counsel at Lenovo) about this interesting topic: “3 keys to the Emperor’s Kingdom – Chinese Trademarks Demystified”.   Joan did an excellent job demystifying the enforcement aspects in China.  A big shoutout to...
Well-Known Trademark in China

Well-Known Trademark in China

Do you know China has specific laws that will recognize a brand as “WELL-KNOWN”?  Do you know China has specific evidence requirement before it recognizes – formally and legally – a brand as well known?  Do you know the Chinese Supreme Court has made a ruling (a very...