Serving the Global Intellectual Property Community

IPO Committees

Standing IP Committees

In 2010, IPO has 31 Standing IP Committees responsible for seven areas of intellectual property policy, law and practice. Committees prepare reports on current government, public affairs and business issues and develop recommendations for the IPO Board of Directors. Appointments are made by the IPO President.

Management and Special Committees

Membership on IPO Management and Special Committees, which are devoted to administration and management of the association, is by invitation. Members of most of these committees are members of the IPO Board of Directors. Appointments are made by the IPO President.