Protecting IP and Preventing Corruption in High-Risk Markets

Working with global supply chain partners offers competitive advantages however at the same time, leaves companies vulnerable to the risks associated with IP theft and corruption. Not having direct control over third-party firms, agents, distributors and suppliers in high-risk markets can result in revenue loss, business disruptions, litigation, and brand reputation damage. Adapting to today's dynamic and global marketplace requires making IP protection and anti-corruption compliance a strategic imperative for companies.\r
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This webinar features Craig Moss, COO and Lucy Nichols, IP Counsel, for the Center for Responsible Enterprise and Trade (CREATe.org), a nonprofit helping companies and their supply chain partners protect intellectual property (IP) and prevent corruption. In this session, the speakers discuss: Top tips for working with supply chain partners to mitigate the risks of IP theft and corruption Insights from working in high-risk markets An overview of the components of effective programs for IP protection and anti-corruption Examples of contract language that will help to protect IP and prevent corruption The questions you should ask to determine the effectiveness of compliance programs Our expertsCraig Moss, COO, CREATe.orgCraig Moss is the Chief Operating Officer of CREATe.org where he is responsible for developing CREATe Leading Practices, an online program to help companies and their suppliers reduce risk and build compliance on IP protection and anti-corruption. At Social Accountability International (SAI) Mr. Moss led the development of Social Fingerprint, a program for improving sustainability in supply chains. He also developed supply chain guides for companies and organizations including the United Nations and International Finance Corporation (World Bank Group). Previously, Mr. Moss founded Global Access Corporation, where he led over 3,000 business development projects in 50 countries.\r
 Lucy Nichols, IP Counsel, CREATe.orgLucy Nichols is IP Counsel of CREATe.org and an internationally respected intellectual property attorney with more than 20 years' experience in the acquisition, protection and enforcement of IP rights. Lucy earned her law degree from Georgetown University Law Center in Washington D.C. in and was an associate attorney with leading IP boutique law firms in Washington D.C. and New York City prior to joining Nokia in 2000 as Americas' Trademark Counsel. In 2003, Lucy transitioned into the global role of Director of Brand Protection at Nokia's headquarters in Europe and assumed global responsibility for the company's trademark and patent design portfolios as well as the associated enforcement and litigation. From 2008-2011 she focused on addressing counterfeiting and design infringements while based at Nokia's regional  headquarters in Beijing, China and managed numerous successful IP litigations in Chinese Courts involving trademark and design rights. Lucy has held leadership positions with various IP industry associations including the International Trademark Association and the Quality Brands Protection Committee and represented the Intellectual Property Constituency on ICANN's GNSO council and is a popular speaker on best practices in brand related IP protection.