With ever-comprehensive policy guidelines and developing new trends, ESG has become a hot topic in China that companies, big or small, cannot afford to ignore. A comprehensive ESG strategy that takes into account the newest reporting requirements and trends while also meeting not only the sustainability targets but also profit margins of companies is a must. In this seminar, two experts, Mr Dominik Nowak Eticor and Ms Lisa Lu from the China IP SME Helpdesk are invited to discuss different aspects of ESG helping companies to better navigate the field and design their own comprehensive ESG strategy for the China market.

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ESG & Corporate Social Credit System: New dimensions of compliance?!

Companies and their managers are confronted with new developments in the field of compliance, especially regarding ESG compliance and the Corporate Social Credit System (CSCS) in China. This new type of compliance has raised many questions and uncertainties among operators about its scope and applicability worldwide: Where does this new compliance come from? What are its drivers? How does it affect the businesses of today and tomorrow? What needs to be done from a management perspective?

Therefore, we will take the time to outline and discuss the current state of ESG compliance and CSCS while identifying the key success aspects and commonalities, especially with regards to digital success factors.

Designing your IP strategy in the context of ESG

IP strategy does not only concern the results presented in the ESG report, but IP should also be used as an effective method to protect technologies, ideas and solutions underpinning your ESG goals. An effective IP strategy for achieving your ESG goals encompasses the protection of IPs (mostly patents, along with copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets), the proper use of your IP, licensing of IP, and enforcement actions needed to assert your rights. 

Agenda

16:15 - 16:30 Registration

16:40 – 17:10 ESG & Corporate Social Credit System: New dimensions of compliance?! by Dominik Nowak, Managing Director, Eticor (offline)

17:10 – 17:40 Designing your IP strategy in the context of ESG by Lisa Lu, IP Business Advisor, China IP SME Helpdesk (online)

17:40 – 17:55 Q&A Session

Terms & Conditions:

This event has limited seating and requires registration. No walk-ins accepted.

Cancellation Policy:

If you cannot attend this event, please cancel your registration at least 3-working days before.

To cancel, please contact Ms. Annie Zhou at azhou@europeanchamber.com.cn.

Speakers

Mr. Dominik Nowak

Managing Director & Legal Representative China, Eticor International

Mr. Dominik Nowak

Managing Director & Legal Representative China, Eticor International

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Dominik Nowak advises international projects and partners at Eticor concerning the digitization of compliance. In his capacity as Managing Director of Eticor in the People's Republic of China and the designated point of contact for global partners, he navigates the evolving complexities associated with country-specific requirements and organizational compliance matters.

With a distinguished professional background, Dominik Nowak has held key roles such as Managing Director, Project Manager, Manager, Advisory Board member, and Consultant across diverse industries including industry services, consulting, electrical engineering, wind power, software, mechanical engineering, and trade. His extensive experience spans regions such as Europe, Asia, North America, and Africa, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of business dynamics and cultural challenges.

Dominik Nowak has pursued academic excellence, earning a master's degree in Germany and an MBA in New Zealand, with a specialized focus on sustainable business development. His academic achievements contribute to his multifaceted approach in addressing contemporary business and compliance challenges on a global scale.

Ms. Lisa Lu

IP SME Helpdesk

Ms. Lisa Lu

IP SME Helpdesk

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Lisa Lu is the IP Business Advisor at China IP SME Helpdesk in Beijing, where she advises European SMEs on intellectual property rights matters. She holds a double master’s degree in law from the China University of Political Science and Law and University of Hamburg. Before joining the China IP SME Helpdesk at the European Chamber, Lisa worked as a trademark attorney for the Ferrante Intellectual Property and Chang Tsi & Partners. She mainly focused on the fields of trademark prosecution, trademark enforcement, copyright protection and unfair competition. During her time working in both law firms, she dealt with a variety of clients including but not limited to automotive performance, media, entertainment, new energy, apparel, architecture design, data management, e-commerce, household products, HVAC, and fire & security. Her clients included a range of globally leading companies and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Lisa is fluent in Chinese and English.

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