Pablo Vanel

Pablo Vanel is a seasoned legal professional specializing in intellectual property and brand protection, currently serving as Senior Legal Counsel for Trademark & Brand Protection EMEA at Western Digital since September 2021. In this role, Vanel oversees brand protection efforts across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, focusing on anti-counterfeiting measures and IP risk management. Vanel has previously held significant positions, including Intellectual Property Counsel for SWAROVSKI, where responsibilities included managing brand protection in APAC and MEA, and an extensive legal background in anti-counterfeiting roles at Lacoste and Louis Vuitton. Vanel's educational credentials include multiple Master of Laws degrees in various legal disciplines, including Intellectual Property Law and International and European Law. Additionally, Vanel is a Member of the Supervisory Council at React since April 2023.