Karla Ng Aspiras
About Karla Ng Aspiras
Karla Ng Aspiras is a Senior Director and Senior Counsel at Tapestry, where she advocates for circular fashion and sustainability in the fashion industry. With a strong background in intellectual property law and extensive experience in brand protection, she has held various legal roles at notable companies including Authentic Brands Group and Esteé Lauder.
Current Role at Tapestry
Karla Ng Aspiras serves as Senior Director, Senior Counsel at Tapestry, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she oversees legal matters related to the company's operations and provides strategic counsel on various legal issues. Her responsibilities include advising on complex social media and marketing issues while integrating intellectual property considerations. She previously held multiple positions within Tapestry, including Director, Senior Counsel, and Senior Manager, Counsel.
Legal Experience and Previous Positions
Karla Ng Aspiras has extensive legal experience in the fashion and branding sectors. Before her current role, she worked at Authentic Brands Group as Counsel - Intellectual Property from 2014 to 2016. She also held positions at Esteé Lauder, where she worked as a Trademark Specialist, and at kate spade new york as a Trademark Specialist. Her earlier roles included positions at Interbrand and various legal internships, including at Allen & Overy and the New York City Law Department.
Education and Expertise
Karla Ng Aspiras earned her Juris Doctor (JD) from Ateneo de Manila University, where she studied from 2002 to 2006. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Laws (LL.M) in Intellectual Property Law from Cardozo School of Law in 2010. Her educational background supports her expertise in international trademark portfolio management and anti-counterfeiting measures, focusing on protecting brand integrity.
Advocacy for Circular Fashion
Karla Ng Aspiras advocates for circular fashion, emphasizing sustainability within the fashion industry. She aligns brand strategies with environmental goals, highlighting the importance of sustainability marketing. Her efforts reflect a commitment to integrating sustainable practices into the fashion sector, contributing to a broader movement toward responsible consumption and production.