Michael G. Lewis

Michael G. Lewis has a diverse and extensive work experience in the field of intellectual property and law. Michael G. currently holds the position of Vice President, Intellectual Property Protection and Security at the Entertainment Software Association since April 2021. Prior to that, they served as Chief Counsel, Intellectual Property Protection and Security at the same company from August 2018 to April 2021.

Before joining the Entertainment Software Association, Lewis worked as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Maryland Global Campus from January 2008 to January 2020. Michael G. taught courses on Global Business and Public Policy, focusing on topics such as intellectual property law and its impact on business decisions.

Lewis has also worked at Nintendo as a Senior Corporate Counsel from February 2016 to August 2018, and at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) as the Regional Intellectual Property Attaché for Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean from August 2012 to January 2016.

In addition, Lewis held prominent roles at the White House, Office of the Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator, where they served as Director and Senior Advisor from January 2011 to March 2012. Michael G. provided policy and legal guidance on intellectual property matters and coordinated the development and execution of the Administration's Joint Strategic Plan against counterfeiting and infringement.

Lewis's earlier experience includes positions at the USPTO, where they worked as Chief of Staff (Acting) in the Office of the General Counsel from June 2010 to December 2010, as Associate General Counsel from January 2008 to May 2010, and as a Trademark Attorney from May 2005 to January 2008. Prior to joining the USPTO, they worked as a Copyright Examiner at the United States Copyright Office from September 2004 to May 2005.

Overall, Michael G. Lewis has a wealth of experience in intellectual property law, education, and policy, with a focus on protecting and enforcing intellectual property rights in various organizations and governmental agencies.

Michael G. Lewis attended Howard University from 1993 to 1997, where they obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Political Science and Government. Michael G. then pursued further education at The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law from 1998 to 2001, successfully earning a Doctor of Law (J.D.) degree. Additionally, from 2001 to 2002, they attended the Cardozo School of Law, obtaining an L.L.M. degree in Intellectual Property Law.