Patent and Trademark Office Announces 2011 National Trademark Expo

Submitted on October 14, 2011 - 11:45am
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Commerce's United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will host the 2011 National Trademark Expo on Friday, October 14th from 10 am to 6 pm, and Saturday, October 15th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the USPTO’s headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia.  The free, two-day event is designed to educate the public about the value of trademarks in the global marketplace.  Last year’s Expo attracted over 10,000 visitors of all ages.

The Expo will highlight such themes as “Unusual Trademarks” and “Brand Evolution,” and will feature educational workshops for adults and children, exhibits of authentic and counterfeit goods, and costumed characters, including Pillsbury's Doughboy, Popeye and Olive Oyl, the Pink Panther and Barbie.

The opening ceremony on October 14, 2011 featured music by the U.S Air Force’s rock band, Max Impact, and a guest appearance by Chubby Checker.  |  Read more |  Past Expo photos

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Hi, the time with Chubby

Submitted on October 17, 2011 - 3:04pm.

Hi, the time with Chubby Checker was so much fun. I haven't had that much fun in a year.

Also, I think he really emphasized the importance of Trademarks.

Helen Heggestad (Patents)