Roundtable with UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) CEO Adam Williams

6 Nov 2023 13:30 - 15:30

This event is part of the Chamber’s Global Visionary series, dedicated to fostering robust business connections, providing invaluable global business insights, and facilitating meaningful interactions among Chamber members and distinguished visiting global senior management and VIPs.

BritCham Shanghai is delighted to extend an exclusive invitation to our members for a special Roundtable during the upcoming UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) delegation visit on Monday 6 November. This is a unique opportunity for members to participate in a roundtable discussion with Mr. Adam Williams, Chief Executive and Comptroller General of IPO.

The IPO delegation will take the opportunity to share the latest developments and the priorities of IPO’s work in the UK and in China. The roundtable discussion will then focus on experience sharing, especially the observations UK businesses on the ground have regarding the developments of China’s IP system in recent years. We believe it presents a valuable occasion for networking and the exchange of insights. This event is exclusive to invited members.

This session is convened under strict Chatham House rules to facilitate open discussion and encourage the establishment of a supportive network of British and international companies.

This event is by invitation only.

Adam Williams

Chief Executive and Comptroller General, IPO

Adam became Interim CEO and Comptroller General on 1 September 2022. Previously, Director for Business and International Policy, and a member of the IPO’s Board, Adam was responsible for the Office’s international activities, trade negotiations, support to UK businesses and academia, as well as bolstering the IP ecosystem in the UK.

Adam has previously worked in the UK Government on Defence policy matters and has extensive experience dealing with policy issues in the EU, UN and NATO as well as undertaking bilateral negotiations. Adam joined the Intellectual Property Office in late 2009 as Head of International Coordination in the Copyright and Enforcement Directorate. He then took up the role of Deputy Director International Policy in July 2013 and the role of Director in September 2017.

Adam also held a voluntary Non-Executive Director role for the Welsh Rugby Players Association between 2019 and 2021.

About The Intellectual Property Office (IPO)

About us – Intellectual Property Office – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) is the official UK government body responsible for intellectual property (IP) rights including patents, designs, trade marks and copyright.

1:30 PM – 2:00 PM: Registration and Networking
2:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Welcome remark and opening speech by IPO delegation
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM: Roundtable discussion

*The Chamber reserves the right to alter the above agenda at its sole discretion.

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