Christa Cole

Cole, a member of the global Nestlé Legal IP team, is head of legal brand enforcement, protection and licensing for Nestlé USA, Inc., where she oversees the management of a trademark portfolio with annual revenue of $10B+. In 2017, Cole developed and led the Nestlé Gender Balance Network to increase inclusivity and support of women at every stage in their career. Prior to joining Nestlé, Cole was general counsel to California Tan, Inc. and practiced criminal defense in Orange County, California.