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Highlights of the

IACC Annual Conference 2025

Thanks to everyone who was able to join us for IACC 2025 and we’re thrilled to share that it was a complete success! With over 640 attendees from more than 50 countries joining us in beautiful San Diego, the global spirit of collaboration and IP innovation was truly alive. We extend our heartfelt thanks to our incredible conference co-chairs, inspiring keynote speakers, engaging session speakers and moderators, generous sponsors, dedicated exhibitors, and every attendee who made this year’s event so memorable.

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IACC Law Enforcement Training

May 13, 2025

Prior to the Annual Conference, we partnered with the U.S. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) - San Diego, to host training for federal, state and local law enforcement. We had approx. 45 brands join us and the training was well attended. Click here to learn more about our Law Enforcement training. 

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SME Task Force Meeting

At the IACC 2025 Annual Conference, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) came together for an in-depth discussion to share the challenges they face and explore solutions related to brand protection.

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Workshop Roundtable Dialogues

Representatives from 13 organizations hosted roundtables at the Annual Conference and engaged in small group dialogue with conference attendees. Thank you to: Alibaba, Amazon, DHgate, eBay, MasterCard, Mercado Libre, Meta/Facebook, Shopee, Temu, Tencent, Visa and Walmart.

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IACC Welcomes New Board of Director Members

We are thrilled to welcome Rafa Gutierrez (Uber), Jenny Vo (lululemon), and Max Faistenhammer (Tenneco) to the IACC Board of Directors. Each brings a unique perspective and valuable experience that will undoubtedly strengthen our mission and strategic direction. We look forward to their contributions and the energy they will bring to the board.

LatAm Working Group Meeting

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Once again, conference attendees were invited to a working group meeting focusing on brand protection issues in Latin America and ideas on how the IACC can advance IP protection in the region. Close to 100 attendees participated, emphasizing the importance and interest in the LatAm region. Thank you to our speakers who helped facilitate this meeting. 

Welcome and Keynote Speakers

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Feature and General Session Government Speakers

  • Derek Benner, Chief Executive Officer, Our Rescue
  • Sidney Aki, Director of Field Operations, San Diego Field Office · U.S. Customs and Border Protection
  • Shawn Gibson, Special Agent in Charge, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), San Diego
  • Raymond Tierney, District Attorney, Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office
  • Alaina van Horn, Chief, IP Enforcement Branch, Regulations and Rulings, Office of Trade, U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP)

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Highlights of the Week at IACC 2025

Solidifying and Building Partnerships

The Annual Conference served as a valuable gathering point for top experts and professionals from across the globe. It also offered the ideal setting to launch new partnerships and collaborations.

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Launch of the IACC Marketplace Advisory Council (MAC)

On Tuesday, May 13, the IACC launched its newest collaborative initiative, the IACC Marketplace Advisory Council (MAC) bringing together an international group of the worlds largest ecommerce platforms, payment providers, and brands.

CLICK FOR THE MAC PRESS RELEASE

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MOU Signing with DHgate and Temu

During the Annual Conference, the IACC signed MOUs with DHgate and Temu further expanding our partners around the world.

Save the Date - IACC 2026

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IACC Annual Conference 2026

Orlando, FL - April 28-30

 

We look forward to seeing you in Orlando next year! We are excited to be back at the Conrad Orlando, so stay tuned for further information and registration. 

Thank You to Our Co-Chairs

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Thank You to Our Sponsors

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Platinum Sponsors

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Thank You to Our Exhibitors

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AIT Enforcement

Alibaba

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BrandMonitor

BrandShield

Corsearch

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CTIPS

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