Introducing Counterfeit Avoidance Measures – An Automotive OEM Perspective (Tuesday, April 15, 2025)
Daniel Grundy (Jaguar Land Rover)
Obsolescence Professional and Semiconductor Resilience Manager
Daniel Grundy led the Land Rovers programs in supply chain management, ensuring the production efficiency of its modules while managing the time and quality requirements. Progressing through positions at LINPAC Automotive, Rolls-Royce, Safran Electrical & Power, and Siemens, Daniel Grundy has played vital roles in project management, obsolescence management, and supply chain programs, culminating in their current position as a Semiconductor Resilience Manager at Jaguar Land Rover. He is also the UK Council Vice Chair / Director at IIOM (International Institute of Obsolescence Management).
The Intellectual Property Office’s Counter-Infringement Strategy (Wednesday, April 16, 2025)
Miles Rees (Intellectual Property Office of the United Kingdom)
Miles Rees joined the UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) in 1988, having previously worked for a law firm in South Wales.
He began his career as a trademark examiner and eventually was Deputy Head of Examination when he left that directorate some years later. He has subsequently managed the IPO’s Business Outreach Team, developing marketing campaigns for small and medium-sized businesses throughout the UK.
Miles Rees moved to the Outreach Policy directorate in 2012 and has managed a variety of policy initiatives, including managing relationships with e-commerce platforms and the organization of IP enforcement at large sporting events such as the Euro’s 2022 football tournament.
Miles Rees is currently a Deputy Director with responsibility for all domestic and international enforcement policy activities.
During his career in the IPO, he has completed a Diploma in Law and Intellectual Property, co-authored a book entitled ‘Teach Yourself Intellectual Property’, and has undertaken many media activities, include live radio and TV interviews.
Miles Rees lives in South Wales with his wife Bridget, who also works at the IPO.
For more information about the event, sponsorship opportunities, accommodation, and registration, please contact Joshua King, Senior Meetings and Events Planner, SMTA.
For more information about the Technical Program and Professional Development Courses, please contact Dr. Diganta Das, Conference Chair, CALCE, Ian Blackman, and Roger Rogowski of Anti-Counterfeiting Forum.
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