Initiatives

Great Britain! The Greatest Brands!

This year, Walpole has identified the opportunity to position Britain as the luxury destination of the world, especially in the lead up to the 2012 Olympics. This presents a unique opportunity for us all.

Combating Counterfeiting

Silk Alley Market was one of Beijing’s top shopping spots. But besides being a must for bargains, its cramped aisles were also a haven for counterfeiters peddling copied watches, pirated DVDs or fake Gucci shoes by the case-full.

Walpole Alliances

Walpole formalised a working relationship over four years ago with Comité Colbert and Altagamma. Comité Colbert represents 70 companies at the heart of the French luxury industries and Altagamma unites 50 top Italian companies.

Harpers Bazaar

Harpers Bazaar in association with Walpole held an anti-counterfeiting summit on 15th February 2007. Walpole was a key partner for the event, helping to secure vital funds from many of our friends and members and attracting a number of high profile press from various UK publications. Dr Frederick Mostert, Chair of the Walpole Intellectual Property working group lead the summit. Walpole is hoping to make the summit an annual event within the Walpole calendar.