Published on : Friday, May 2, 2014
The Alliance for Intellectual Property (‘the Alliance’) announced that the appointment of Eddy Leviten as its new Director General, replacing Susie Winter who is moving to The Publishers Association. Eddy takes up the role on 23rd June 2014.
Eddy comes from the Federation Against Copyright Theft (‘FACT’), where a s Director of
Communications he has helped shape the organisation’s communications and strategy and drive new membership opportunities over the last eight years.
He has previously worked in the music, book publishing and retail sectors. Richard Mollet, Chair of the Alliance, commented, “I am delighted that Eddy will be taking on the role of Director General, steering the Alliance and supporting the work of all its members. Eddy has been involved with the Alliance through FACT’s membership and has a great understanding of the value of intellectual property and how it underpins the UK’s economy.
I also want to thank Susie for her hard work and achievements in the past eight years”.
Eddy Leviten, added, “I am very excited to be taking on this role promoting IP and working with Alliance members across the design, creative, manufacturing and retail sector s as they continue to innovate, support employment and drive growth.
The launch of the Alliance Manifesto ‘The UK in 2020’ earlier this week sets out a clear agenda for Government that would help drive further growth and ensure the UK remains a world leader in innovation and creativity.”
Tags: Alliance Manifesto, Eddy Leviten, Federation Against Copyright Theft (‘FACT’), Richard Mollet, Susie Winter
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