2027 Brand Protection Strategy Summit

The A-CAPP Center at Michigan State University's annual strategy summit for the brand protection community March 16-19, 2027. Where Global Leaders Converge to Combat Counterfeiting Counterfeiting continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, creating new challenges for brands, consumers, and enforcement agencies worldwide. The Brand Protection Strategy Summit brings together the professionals on the front lines of these challenges to exchange ideas, share leading practices, and develop strategies for the future. This dynamic event unites brand protection leaders, corporate executives, law enforcement officials, policymakers, legal experts, technology providers, and researchers committed to advancing the fight against counterfeiting and intellectual property crime. Designed to be both informative and actionable, the Summit features thought-provoking keynote presentations, expert panels, collaborative discussions, and peer-to-peer networking opportunities. Attendees gain valuable insights into emerging threats, evolving enforcement strategies, innovative technologies, and cross-sector approaches that strengthen brand protection efforts around the globe. Your Summit Journey The Summit experience is organized around four interconnected strategic themes that reflect A-CAPP's commitment to advancing knowledge, strengthening enforcement, driving innovation, and developing the next generation of brand protection professionals. Across a variety of session formats, attendees will explore critical issues, share expertise, and identify practical solutions within each thematic area: • Technology, Innovation, Policy & E-Commerce Impacts of Counterfeiting • Global Enforcement & Impacts of Counterfeiting • Consumer Behavior, Impacts & Perceptions of Counterfeits • Education & Training for the Current & Future Brand Protection Workforce Your Summit Journey Begins Here Check out below to see all the events of the Summit, including what events are open to all attendees and what events are closed or by invitation only. Lodging and Special Rates • The Dearborn Inn, Autograph Collection is the primary hotel for our 2027 Summit events. A special rate has been secured until February 22, 2027. Space is limited and attendees are urged to book now. • The Courtyard Marriott is located about 4 miles from the Summit hotel. A special rate has been secured until February 22, 2027. Space is limited and attendees are urged to book now. More information can be found on our Summit website and in the Summit App (Summit App will launch in early 2027 with an invite to all registered attendees). Registration Discounts Discounts are available for early bird registrants through November 30, 2026 and are automatically applied. Other discounts are available for select A-CAPP Center partner groups. Discount must be used at time of registration, which is non-refundable. Partner groups were emailed their discount code and must use it at time of registration and before March 2, 2027. Terms and Conditions: Purpose of the Summit: The A-CAPP Center Brand Protection Strategy Summit is an event hosted for the benefit of its brand owning partners and may limit participation of vendors, service providers, lawyers, and/or consultants. Non-brand owners may only attend the summit on the days permitted and shall not solicit any sales during the event in any manner. We ask that you participate in the Summit sessions and activities and refrain from holding outside meetings. Anyone hosting outside meetings must notify the A-CAPP Center in advance. View and Opinions of Speakers: The views and opinions of speakers and participants at summit events do not necessarily reflect those of Michigan State University, the A-CAPP Center, its Industry Advisory Board and BP Councils including member companies, or summit sponsors, and should not be used for endorsement, advertising purposes, or as legal advice. Contact Information: By registering for the summit, attendees acknowledge that their contact information may be included in the conference materials provided to all attendees, as well as the Center’s internal contact lists. By attending the Summit, attendees acknowledge that their image may be captured and used in research, educational and public service programs. Registration: Conference registrations are to be paid for in full at the time of registration. Registration is tier based on sector type. Registrations in violation of the registration categories will be cancelled, and fees paid will be refunded according to the refund policy. The Center Director has discretion for all issues related to registration & attendance. Fees: Fees for brand owners is $1,175.00; law firms, technology providers, service providers, e-commerce providers, & investigators (any other private sector organizations) is $1,375.00; independent consultants and associations is $550.00; and government, law enforcement or academic organization is $350.00. A $150 late fee will apply for any registrations occuring between Feb 23 - March 3, 2027. A $250 late fee will apply for any registraitons occuring between March 4 - March 12, 2027. Discounts: Various discounts are offered through March and must be used at time of registration. Early Bird discount Speaker discount A-CAPP Center Student Alum discount A-CAPP Center Student Mentor discount A-CAPP Center Board & Council discount Registration closes on March 12, 2027 at 3pm EST. Refunds: At the A-CAPP Center, we are committed to delivering a high-quality, impactful Summit experience for all participants. As a small, nonprofit organization, we rely on accurate registration numbers to make critical financial and logistical commitments well in advance of the event—including venue, catering, materials, and speaker arrangements. For this reason, we are unable to offer refunds for Summit registrations. We understand that unexpected circumstances may arise, and while we cannot issue refunds, we do allow registrations to be transferred to a colleague at no additional cost up to 5 days before the event. We appreciate your understanding and support, which allows us to continue offering valuable programming and resources to the brand protection community.