2024 Annual Meeting Registration Approaches 9,000—See Who’s Coming

Close to 9,000 registrants from 135 jurisdictions have signed up for the 2024 Annual Meeting. With the Meeting returning to the United States this year—following the successful Annual Meeting in Singapore last May—it is not surprising that the largest contingent is from the U.S., with 2,770 registrants. In terms of registrants by jurisdiction, the U.S. is followed by China (577), the United Kingdom (485), Germany (384), India (336), Canada (238), and Japan (230). Mexico (219), Brazil (212), and France (194) round out the top 10.

Looking at the current data by region paints a similar picture with North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific regions accounting for close to 80 percent of all registrants:

Registrants by Region (as of April 10, 2024)
North America	3,007
Europe	2,265
Asia-Pacific	1,677
Latin America and the Caribbean	1,073
South Asia	391
Middle East and North America	215
Sub-Saharan Africa	179

Close to 1,000 brand owner representatives from 39 jurisdictions have already signed up. In addition, registrants come from intellectual property offices and government agencies, law firms, academia, and service provider companies.

With 392 free bulk registrations to date, many organizations are taking advantage of the bulk discount rates. Apple Inc.; Bytedance; Chanel Limited; China Kweichow Moutai (Group) Distillery Co., Ltd.; Ford Motor Company, Mars, Incorporated, Meta Platforms, Inc., LG Corp, Johnson & Johnson, Merck & Co., Inc.; Nestlé; PepsiCo, Inc.; Ralph Lauren Corporation; TikTok Inc.; Tencent; and Warner Media are among those sending six or more team members.

Currently, Amazon, Inc. is sending the largest delegation to Atlanta. Dana Northcott, Vice President and Associate General Counsel for Amazon’s Intellectual Property team and the 2024 INTA President, explained, “I try to send as many of my colleagues as possible to the Annual Meeting because of the opportunity to engage with trademark and other IP leaders, academics, and brands from around the world. Engaging with the INTA community through committee work, as well as the many networking opportunities, is priceless.”

In terms of bulk discount rates, for corporate registrants, one complimentary registration is given to those who purchase three corporate registrations for the Annual Meeting. For associate registrants, a complimentary registration is given to those who purchase five registrations for the Annual Meeting.

Registration remains open through Wednesday, May 15. Onsite registration opens May 18 with the start of the Meeting.

Learn more and register for the 2024 Annual Meeting.

What’s New at the 2024 Annual Meeting?

Educational Journeys | To help with scheduling, the educational sessions are divided into a series of “journeys” on different themes. This way, registrants can attend all the sessions that are aligned with their own needs and interests. Sessions will be scheduled at the same time each day to take you through a smaller theme under the larger track.

Finance for Non-Finance Professionals Certificate Workshop (Saturday, May 18, 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm and Sunday, May 29, 9:00 am–12:00 pm) | For the first time, registrants can receive onsite instructions on all chapters of the certificate program. Take the tests and examination in your own time after the Annual Meeting. Pre-registration is required.

China Enforcement Workshop (Monday, May 20, 8:30 am–10:30 am) | Open to all Annual Meeting registrants, this workshop brings together the range of enforcement agencies from China for a discussion of how to combat the growing threat of counterfeiting and large-scale trademark and IP rights infringements in China. Simultaneous translation will be available. Pre-registration is required.

INTA Foundation Sports-Themed Fundraiser (Tuesday, May 21, 4:30 pm–6:00 pm) | Experience the excitement of our sports-themed extravaganza! Save the date and join us for a memorable occasion, coming together through the joy of sports to champion the INTA Foundation‘s mission of empowerment and social change. Registration Fee: US $100 (onsite fee US $125). Limited space available.

Game On Sports Arena – Powered by ST&P Attorneys and Agents (Sunday, May 19–Tuesday, May 21) | This dedicated arena, located at the Georgia World Congress Center, offers sports enthusiasts a unique space to play, watch and support, have some fun, and network with other registrants over shared interests. The arena will include a small soccer field, volleyball court, tennis court, pickle ball, a golf putting green, and other fun and exciting games. Food and beverages and Annual Meeting–branded merchandise will be available inside the arena. Pre-registration is required.

Photography Exhibition | (Saturday, May 20–Wednesday, May 22) | All registrants have the chance to purchase photographs taken by our very own INTA members. All proceeds will directly support the INTA Foundation. Visit the Innovation Marketplace to pick your favorites. (Note: The deadline to submit photographs has already passed.)

Annual-Meeting-Branded Merchandise (Sunday, May 19–Tuesday, May 21) | Designed specifically around Atlanta and INTA, our merchandise collection of T-shirts, hats, water bottles, Annual Meeting pins, posters, and stickers will be on sale in the Game On Sports Arena powered by ST&P Attorneys and Agents. These items are easy to pack and take home as gifts. Stock is limited.

Atlanta, Georgia – The Host City for the 2024 Annual Meeting

INTA CEO Etienne Sanz de Acedo recently took a trip to Atlanta to explore and experience the city from the point of view of a registrant. In the video below, he shares his impressions of Atlanta and provides a few interesting insights for registrants to consider as they plan their time in the city.

Although every effort has been made to verify the accuracy of this article, readers are urged to check independently on matters of specific concern or interest.

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