EVENTS update:
INTA WEBCAST – THE NEW WHOIS: PREPARE FOR SWEEPING CHANGES TO THE DOMAIN DATABASE [APR. 25, 2018]
This lively and timely webcast addresses what INTA members need to know about the coming changes to the WHOIS domain name registrant database. ICANN is under pressure to change its current policy due to the implementation of the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The ICANN proposed interim model for compliance could potentially have the WHOIS system “go dark” on May 25th, 2018. What is the interim proposal? How will it change trademark enforcement practice? What is INTA doing about it? What can you do about it?
Attend this webcast and learn how the GDPR applies to WHOIS, how ICANN plans to comply by employing its proposed interim policy, and what effects the interim policy will have on trademark owners. Panelists will provide suggestions for adapting your practice to the proposed interim policy, with an emphasis on domain name disputes including the Uniform Dispute Resolution Policy.
*CLE Pending
Moderator: Paul McGrady, Winston & Strawn LLP (USA)
Speakers:
- Patricia McGovern, DFMG Solicitors (Ireland)
- Chris Oldknow, Elipe Limited (UK)
- Susan Payne, Valideus (UK)
- Lori Schulman, International Trademark Association (USA)
- Bradley Silver, Time Warner Inc. (USA)
- Todd Williams, Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. (USA)
When: 11 A.M. ET
Complete details and Registration: Available @ learning.inta.org/products/the-new-whois-prepare-for-sweeping-changes-to-the-domain-database
INTA WEBCAST – BECOMING THE CEO OF YOUR OWN CAREER [MAY 4, 2018]
“If only I were running things.” How many times have you heard that all too familiar refrain in the workplace? What happens when you make the move to start your own firm and really run things? In this webcast, meet three attorneys who have started their own IP-focused firms of different sizes and in different locations. If you are considering starting your own firm, or have always been curious, the panelists will shine a light on the challenges, stumbling blocks, and rewards of setting out on your own.
No matter where you are in your career, or the type of firm you envision, you will gain useful insights from this panel—from becoming the tech expert to managing social media to bringing in clients.
- Best practices for social media
- Servicing international clients
- Understanding business basics
- Geographical and regulatory hurdles to starting a law firm
- Ongoing issues and hurdles that are part of the business process
- Day-to-day challenges as your firm grows (business, employees, collections)
- Technology as a facilitator of or obstacle to development
- Advice to lawyers considering making the leap
*CLE Pending
Moderators: Angelo E.P. Mazza, Gibney (USA) and Anthony and Flaherty LLP (USA)
Speakers:
- Mariana Noli, NOLI IP SOLUTIONS, PC (USA)
- Chinyere Okorocha, Jackson, Etti & Edu (Nigeria)
- Jaime Rich Vining, Friedland Vining, P.A. (USA)
When: 11 A.M. ET
Complete details and Registration: Available @ learning.inta.org/products/becoming-the-ceo-of-your-own-career
INTA 140TH ANNUAL MEETING [MAY 19-23, 2018]
INTA’s Annual Meeting is the industry’s largest trademark and IP event with 10,000+ attendees from around the world, offering unmatched opportunities to:
- Increase awareness of your organization
- Cultivate relationships with influential trademark practitioners and decision makers
- Generate new sales leads
- Demonstrate your products and services
Complete details: Available @ inta.org/Programs/Pages/2018AnnualMeeting.aspx
