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Speaker: Michele Dubbini (IP Advisor at the European IP Helpdesk Helpline)

Level of Expertise: Basic

Learning objectives:

After the training, participants should be able to answer the following main questions:

• What is a geographical name?
• What are the main types of geographical names?
• What value do geographical names represent for businesses?
• How are geographical indications protected?
• How are geographical indications enforced?
• What are the differences between geographical indications and trade marks?
• What type of conflicts can arise between geographical indications and trade marks?
• How can searches of geographical indications be performed?

Duration: 60 minutes (presentation) + 15 minutes (Q&As)