IACC Law Enforcement Training Summary
Port of Honolulu
International Mail Branch Facility
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
October 16-17, 2024
The IACC recently conducted training under our Law Enforcement IP Training Program with Customs & Border Protection in Honolulu, Hawaii. Our program provides authorities throughout the country with the tools to act strategically in the detection and seizure of counterfeit goods. We had a total of 90 CBP Officers participate over the 2 days of training.
Day 1 training was held at the CBP Port Office with participation from Officers, Import Specialists and Fines & Penalties personnel. This was followed by training at the International Mail Branch Facility where small packages imported from Asia are processed and inspected.
Day 2 training was held at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport with CBP Officers as well as a team of Officers from the American Samoa Treasury Department – Division of Customs participated.
Our Trade Fair formatted events included rights holders sharing their expertise with hands-on product identification and individualized instruction to deter importation of counterfeit products.
We would like to extend our appreciation to CBP Honolulu for their assistance in organizing these events. These collaborative efforts serve to strengthen enforcement and increase their ability to deter sales of counterfeit products and effectively interdict violators.
The IACC strongly supports law enforcement.
For further information on our training program click here or contact Michael Walsh mwalsh@iacc.org.
View IACC President Bob Barchiesi’s live broadcast interview on First Move with Julia Chatterley on CNN International that took place on September 24, 2024.
Bob spoke about the trend of consumers buying fakes and the impact counterfeits have on consumer safety and the global economy.
Video provided by CNN International.
IACC Law Enforcement Training Summary
Newberry, South Carolina
September 25, 2024
The IACC recently conducted an in-person training event under our Law Enforcement IP Training Program in Newberry, South Carolina. This program provides authorities throughout the country with the tools to act strategically in the detection and seizure of counterfeit goods.
Training was held at the Newberry County Sheriff’s Office and provided an opportunity for over 80 Investigators from numerous law enforcement agencies to participate in product identification. The trade fair format enabled brands to exhibit their samples and provide training materials including information on new product lines and known counterfeits. Rights-holders from 27 brands provided individualized instruction to strengthen efforts and increase ability to deter sales of counterfeit products. The agenda also included presentations on lead development, case building, state statues, links between counterfeiting and criminal enterprises.
We would like to extend our appreciation to South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond, and Newberry County Sheriff Lee Foster for their assistance in organizing this event. The IACC strongly supports law enforcement.
The IACC also conducted hands on training of our exclusive Law Enforcement Training App. For further information on our App, click here.
For further information on our training program click here or contact Michael Walsh mwalsh@iacc.org.
IACC Law Enforcement Training Summary
Port of Spain
August 21, 2024
The IACC recently organized Industry Trade Day at a Workshop co-sponsored by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and U.S. Customs and Border Protection, at the Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago.
The workshop was held at the Customs and Excise Office and focused on intellectual property enforcement during two days of government and industry training and industry participation. Officials from Trinidad and Tobago’s Customs Department participated with rights holders sharing their expertise with small group instruction and hands-on product identification.
The IACC moderated the panel on Public Private Partnerships in the U.S. for the benefit of local Customs seeking to build similar collaboration in the Port of Spain.
This program provides authorities the tools to act strategically in the detection and seizure of counterfeit goods and deter sales of counterfeit products. The IACC introduced our Law Enforcement Training App to Customs executives.
We would like to extend our appreciation to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and the U.S. Customs and Border Protection for the opportunity to organize Industry Trade Day. These collaborative efforts serve to strengthen the partnerships needed between government and industry with emphasis on health and safety concerns of counterfeit goods and their connection to transnational organized crime.
For further information on our training program click here or Law Enforcement Training App click here contact Michael Walsh mwalsh@iacc.org.
IACC Law Enforcement Training Summary
Port of San Jose, Costa Rica
July 24, 2024
The IACC recently organized Industry Trade Day at a Workshop co-sponsored by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and U.S. Customs and Border Protection in San Jose, Costa Rica.
The workshop focused on intellectual property enforcement of government-to-government training, followed by a day with industry participation. Officials from Costa Rica’s Customs Department as well as officials from neighboring countries participated in small group instruction. Rights holder shared their expertise with hands-on product identification and individualized instruction.
This program provides authorities the tools to act strategically in the detection and seizure of counterfeit goods and deter sales of counterfeit products.
We would like to extend our appreciation to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and the U.S. Customs and Border Protection for the opportunity to organize Industry Trade Day. These collaborative efforts serve to strengthen partnerships between government and industry to detect and deter transnational organized crime.
For further information on our training program click here or LATAM Law Enforcement Training App click here contact Michael Walsh mwalsh@iacc.org.
IACC Law Enforcement Training Summary
Port of El Paso
July 23, 2024
The IACC recently conducted a comprehensive training session as part of our Law Enforcement IP Training Program, in collaboration with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) at the International Border Crossing in the Port of El Paso. This program equips authorities across the nation with the knowledge and tools necessary to strategically detect and seize counterfeit goods.
Held at CBP’s port facility, the training was attended by 83 law enforcement officials from various agencies, including Agricultural Specialists, the Food & Drug Administration, Regulatory Audit, Import and Entry Specialists, and the Centers of Excellence and Expertise in sectors such as Pharmaceuticals, Petroleum, Electronics, Agriculture, Apparel, Footwear, and Textiles. Representatives from 36 brands provided hands-on product identification and personalized instruction aimed at preventing the importation of counterfeit goods.
We would like to express our appreciation to the officials at the Port of El Paso for their invaluable assistance in organizing this event and for including other agencies to strengthen enforcement efforts and intercept violators. The IACC remains a steadfast supporter of law enforcement in the fight against counterfeiting.
For further information on our training program click here or contact Michael Walsh mwalsh@iacc.org.
August 15, 2024 – Washington D.C. – The International AntiCounterfeiting Coalition (IACC) is proud to announce that Deborah Robinson, the President’s nominee for Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC), has joined our leadership team as Senior Vice President, Intellectual Property Enforcement and Senior Counsel. This appointment marks a significant milestone in our unwavering commitment to safeguarding intellectual property (IP) rights on a global scale.
Deborah Robinson is set to lead IACC’s enforcement initiatives using the expertise and determination that earned her the IPEC nomination. Her deep-rooted experience and remarkable success in protecting IP make her the perfect leader to fortify our efforts in combatting counterfeiting and piracy.
“We are beyond thrilled to welcome Deborah to the IACC,” said Bob Barchiesi, President of the IACC. “Her extraordinary career and relentless dedication to IP enforcement are perfectly aligned with our mission. Deborah’s leadership will undoubtedly elevate our ability to harmonize enforcement efforts across all sectors—bringing together brands, eCommerce platforms, law enforcement, and shippers to drive meaningful progress in the fight against counterfeiting.”
In her new role, Deborah will spearhead groundbreaking initiatives to enhance IP protections, working closely with a diverse array of stakeholders to ensure that intellectual property remains a top priority in innovation and enforcement.
“I am honored to join the IACC at this pivotal moment for IP enforcement,” said Robinson. “I look forward to collaborating with the talented IACC team and our partners to tackle the challenges and seize the opportunities that lie ahead in protecting the rights of creators and innovators worldwide, and contributing to safeguarding consumers from the harms wrought by counterfeits.”
IACC Law Enforcement Training Summary
Port of Atlanta
June 13, 2024
The IACC recently conducted training under our Law Enforcement IP Training Program with Customs & Border Protection in Atlanta, Georgia. Our program provides authorities throughout the country with the tools to act strategically in the detection and seizure of counterfeit goods.
Training was held at the CBP Facility with participation from 72 CBP Officers, Import Specialists and Fines & Penalties personnel. Our Trade Fair formatted event included 39 rights holders sharing their expertise with hands-on product identification and individualized instruction intended to deter importation of counterfeit products.
We would like to extend our appreciation to the Port of Atlanta for their assistance in organizing this event. These collaborative efforts serve to strengthen enforcement and increase their ability to deter sales of counterfeit products and effectively interdict violators.
The IACC strongly supports law enforcement.
For further information on our training program click here or contact Michael Walsh mwalsh@iacc.org.
IACC Law Enforcement Training Summary
San Juan, Puerto Rico
St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands
June 11-12, 2024
The IACC recently conducted training in the Caribbean under our Law Enforcement IP Training Program. The first training was conducted at the port of San Juan in the historic Customs House. The second training event was held at the St. Thomas airport. Our program provides authorities throughout the country with the information and tools to act strategically in the detection and seizure of counterfeit goods.
Training was held for 55 law enforcement officers who participated in both events featuring interactive trade fair exhibits. These included CBP officers, Import Specialists, Fines and Penalties Officers, Entry Specialists and HSI agents.
Representatives from 37 brands shared their expertise with hands-on product identification and individualized instruction, designed to assist in product authentication and identify counterfeit’s.
We would like to extend our appreciation to the officials at CBP San Juan and St. Thomas for their assistance in organizing this event that serves to strengthen enforcement activities and interdict violators. The IACC is a strong supporter of law enforcement.
For further information on our training program click here or contact Michael Walsh mwalsh@iacc.org.
Photos from San Juan Training
Photos from St. Thomas Training
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