Gurry, Francis (former Director General)

Francis Gurry is an Australian lawyer who served as the Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) from 2008 to 2020. WIPO is a United Nations agency responsible for protecting intellectual property rights, such as patents, trademarks, and copyrights, worldwide. During his tenure, Gurry focused on promoting innovation, creativity, and the protection of ideas across countries. He played a key role in strengthening global agreements on intellectual property and addressing emerging issues like digital rights. His leadership helped facilitate international cooperation in safeguarding intellectual property, fostering economic growth, and encouraging innovation globally.