Valerie Finn
About Valerie Finn
Valerie Finn is the Director of Trademark & Brand Protection at Corsearch, a position she has held since 2021. With extensive experience in brand protection and trademark management, she has previously worked at several organizations, including OpSec Security and Corporation Service Company, and has been active in industry associations.
Current Role at Corsearch
Valerie Finn serves as the Director of Trademark & Brand Protection at Corsearch. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's efforts in protecting trademarks and brands. Her role involves overseeing brand protection strategies and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Previous Experience in Brand Protection
Prior to her current role, Valerie Finn worked at OpSec Security as the Director of Brand Protection from 2011 to 2021. In this capacity, she focused on safeguarding brands against counterfeiting and infringement. Her earlier experience includes a position as a Corporate Consultant at Corporation Service Company from 2005 to 2008 and as a Senior Business Development Manager at Melbourne IT Digital Brand Services from 2008 to 2011.
Educational Background
Valerie Finn studied at California State University, Long Beach, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree with an emphasis in Interpersonal and Organizational Communication. This educational background supports her expertise in brand protection and corporate consulting.
Industry Involvement and Speaking Engagements
Valerie Finn is active in various industry associations, serving on multiple committees related to anti-counterfeiting and the internet within the International Trademark Association (INTA). She has spoken at several conferences, including the Imaging Supplies Coalition (ISC) and Consero conferences, sharing her insights on brand protection.
Leadership Roles in Industry Associations
From 2014 to 2018, Valerie Finn served as the Membership Chair for the Center for Counterfeit Avoidance (CAMA). In addition, she has moderated brand protection roundtables at INTA annual meetings, facilitating discussions on best practices and strategies in the field.