[Penn State Dickinson Law Profiles in Leadership featuring WIPO Director General Daren Tang]

Join me in a conversation with Daren Tang, the Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), as he reflects on:
– Historic Achievements in 2024: Two landmark treaties—the Riyadh Design Law Treaty and the Treaty on Genetic Resources and Traditional Knowledge—achieved in turbulent geopolitical times.
– IP as a Catalyst for Growth: How IP can bridge divides, drive innovation, and support development across member states.
– Leadership Lessons from Jazz: Insights on fostering creativity and collaboration within a global organization.
– Personal Perspectives* From his early days in Singapore and Georgetown University to his appreciation for jazz, tea, and meditation, DG Tang offers a unique lens on life and leadership.
– How WIPO is shaping a more inclusive and impactful global IP system, from training over 500,000 people worldwide through the WIPO Academy to empowering grassroots entrepreneurs in Namibia and beyond.

Watch the full episode to hear DG Tang’s reflections on navigating multilateralism, managing diverse stakeholder groups, and making IP a tool for equitable progress.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLnRo8ClxUU