Erin Hennessy
About Erin Hennessy
Erin Hennessy serves as the Chair of the Inta Pac Board of Governors and is the Vice Chair of the INTA Political Action Committee. She specializes in trademark and copyright law, advising clients on intellectual property and branding issues across various industries.
Work at International Trademark Association (INTA)
Erin Hennessy serves as the Chair of the INTA PAC Board of Governors and is the Vice Chair of the INTA Political Action Committee. In her role, she focuses on advancing the interests of trademark law and related issues at a policy level. She also serves as Counsel to the INTA Board of Directors, contributing her expertise in intellectual property matters. Her involvement with INTA reflects her commitment to the trademark community and her leadership in shaping industry standards.
Education and Expertise
Erin Hennessy has a strong educational background that supports her expertise in trademark law, copyright law, and issues related to the Internet and social media. She is recognized for her high-level in-house experience, which enhances her ability to counsel clients effectively. Her knowledge spans various industries, including media, publishing, technology, retail, fashion, and financial services, allowing her to address a wide range of intellectual property concerns.
Background
Erin Hennessy has extensive experience in handling worldwide trademark matters. Her work includes counseling, clearance, registration, protection, and enforcement of trademarks. She previously served as chief trademark counsel for Time Warner, where she dealt with significant policy issues such as the launch of new generic top-level domains (gTLDs), trademark dilution, and cybersquatting. Her background includes leadership roles in trademark and copyright practices at her prior firm.
Achievements
Erin Hennessy has been recognized for her contributions to the field of intellectual property law. She has served as chair of her previous firm's Trademark and Copyright Practice, showcasing her leadership in this area. Additionally, she is a member of the Miami University College of Arts and Sciences Advisory Board and the Corsearch Advisory Board, indicating her active involvement in educational and advisory capacities within the industry.