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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

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INTA’s DEI Mission Statement

At INTA, we are committed to fostering a global trademark and intellectual property (IP) community that thrives on the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. As a member-driven organization, we strive to create an environment where every member, regardless of their background, identity, ability, or perspective, feels valued, heard, and empowered. We aim to actively promote diversity in all its forms, ensure equal access to opportunities, and champion a culture of inclusivity that celebrates the richness of our international membership.

Through our collective efforts, internally and externally, we strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment that fulfills the Association’s commitment to fostering consumer trust, economic growth, innovation, and a better society through brands.

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Diversity

Diversity encourages and supports differences within INTA, its members, and the broader IP community, including but not limited to age, race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, identity, sexual orientation, abilities and disabilities (both visible and non-visible), and religion.

We believe INTA and the global IP community thrive when individuals with different thoughts, perspectives, beliefs, languages, backgrounds, identities, abilities, and life experiences collaborate to accomplish shared goals.

This means we as a global association of brand owners and professionals, as well as a trusted advocate for the social value of brands, will continuously evolve how we communicate and engage with one another and create relevant opportunities for collaboration and innovation.

Equity

Equity refers to the provision of fair procedures and processes within INTA as an association, as well as for our membership and INTA programming and engagements.

We believe that by adhering to and championing the principle of equity, we can attract, nurture, and retain a high caliber of professional management, directors, committee leadership, and membership who will contribute to the sustainable development of the association and help them advance in their own career and professional mobility.

This means we will endeavor to identify and eliminate barriers to equal access and treatment in our operations and association-led events and offerings to ensure INTA personnel and membership can realize their full potential.

Inclusion

Inclusion ensures that all individuals in our organization (staff, directors, committee leaders and volunteers, and all members) feel valued, respected, and accepted to share their ideas, perspectives, and concerns.

We believe open and inclusive environments support and encourage all people who make up INTA to shine and achieve their individual and shared goals.

This means we will keep an open door to hear from our collective membership and invite their participation in group affairs and activities to strengthen our culture and sense of belonging, for everyone.

The DEI Council—one of 11 recommendations of INTA’s Presidential Task Force Report on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion—advises INTA’s President and CEO on ways to increase awareness and visibility of DEI initiatives within the Association, support the inclusion of DEI themes and actions as part of INTA’s permanent culture, and promote the Association’s role as a thought leader for brands and the IP profession, contributing to a better society for all.

Contact the DEI Council.

Marion Heathcote

Co-Chair

Marion Heathcote

Davies Collison Cave

Australia

Kimberly Reddick

Co-Chair

Kimberly Reddick

2021 DEI Presidential Task Force Co-Chair

Snap, Inc.

USA

Marlou van de Braak

2024 Diversity Officer

Marlou van de Braak

Heineken International B.V.

Netherlands

Hampton-Deborah

2023 Diversity Officer

Deborah Hampton

The Chemours Company

USA

Elisabeth Stewart Bradley

2022 Diversity Officer

Elisabeth Stewart Bradley

Bristol Myers Squibb Company

USA

Michael Hawkins

Advisor

Michael Hawkins

2021 DEI Presidential Task Force Co-Chair

Noerr

Spain


Participants

Jonathan Andrews

Jonathan Andrews

Reed Smith LLP

United Kingdom

Stephanie Chong

Stephanie Chong

Keyser Mason Ball, LLP

Canada

Beatriz Dornelas

Beatriz Dornelas

Brazil

Gustavo Fischer

Gustavo Fischer

Fischer Abogados

Uruguay

Nolwazi Gcaba

Nolwazi Gcaba

Adams & Adams

South Africa

Justisiari Kusumah

Justisiari Kusumah

K&K Advocates

Indonesia

Shwetasree Majumder

Shwetasree Majumder

Fidus Law Chambers

India

Danny Marti

Danny Marti

Tencent Technology

China

Justin Pierce

Justin Pierce

Venable LLP

USA

Debbie Roenning

Debbie Roenning

WIPO

Switzerland

Rachel Tan

Rachel Tan

Rouse

Hong Kong

Brian Winterfeldt

Brian Winterfeldt

Winterfeldt IP Group

USA

Gauri Kumar

Staff Liason

Gauri Kumar

Randi Mustello

Staff Liason

Randi Mustello

Learn more about INTA’s broader corporate social responsibility focus areas and initiatives.

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