Press Release: Anti-Counterfeiting Experts from 40+ Countries Gather at the IACC 2018 Spring Conference

Seattle, WA—May 17, 2018— The International AntiCounterfeiting Coalition (IACC) is hosting its annual Spring Conference from May 16-18, 2018 at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Seattle, Washington. The theme of this year’s conference is “Bridging the Divide: Global Collaboration and New Partnerships to Fight Counterfeits.”

Given the complexities and prevalence of counterfeiting; not one industry, country, nor business can combat it alone. The agenda for this conference, which attracts nearly 500 attendees from more than 40 countries, reflects the IACC’s collaborative approach to fighting fake goods.

Summary of U.S. Training in Mesa, AZ

The IACC recently conducted training under the U.S. Law Enforcement IP Training Program in Mesa, Arizona for Homeland Security Investigations, U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the Phoenix Police Department and local law enforcement.

This training provided 75 law enforcement attendees the latest information on the product lines of 30 global brands. Rights-holders were on hand to explain the means of identifying counterfeit products through individualized instruction.

We would like to extend our appreciation to Mesa Police Officer Dwayne Young and his Department for the use of their training facility as well as Kris Buckner of Investigative Consultants and Jim Orr for their valuable assistance.

Summary of U.S. Training in Dallas, TX

DALLAS, TEXAS - April 18, 2018 - The IACC recently conducted training under the U.S. Law Enforcement IP Training Program in Dallas, Texas for U.S. Customs & Border Protection personnel.

This training provided 30 law enforcement attendees the latest information on the product lines of 30 rights holders who were on hand to explain the means of identifying counterfeit products.

This event is part of the IACC’s commitment to educating authorities throughout the country with valuable insights drawn from our member brands. We continue to train local, state and federal law enforcement professionals throughout the United States, enabling them to act strategically in the detection, seizure, and forfeiture of counterfeit goods.