CIOPORA appoints Micaela Filippo as vice secretary-general

Micaela Filippo has been appointed as the new vice secretary-general of CIOPORA, the International Association of Breeders of Asexually Reproduced Horticultural Varieties.

Filippo worked at CIOPORA from 2016 to 2021, gaining deep insights into the breeding sector and extensive knowledge of the protection of plant breeders' rights.

The Argentinean lawyer moved to Germany in 2015 to pursue a master's in public economic law and politics. She also received a certification in IP transactions at Bucerius Law School in Hamburg.

“I’m very excited to rejoin CIOPORA as vice-secretary general; ready to bring my ideas and experience to the table," Filippo said. “My time away has only strengthened my dedication to IP rights, and I look forward to contributing to our shared vision for the future. I would like to extend my deep gratitude to Dr. [Edgar] Krieger, the board and all the CIOPORA members for their trust and support."

After her first period at CIOPORA, Filippo worked on various aspects of IT law, data privacy and compliance. Her broad experience in different industries will support CIOPORA's work to promote innovation and protect plant breeders’ rights.

“We are confident that Micaela will bring new practices to our team and association to protect breeders' innovation in a better way,” said Dr. Edgar Krieger, secretary-general of CIOPORA. “She will work closely with me and the board to set up the future of CIOPORA and strengthen our lobby, educational and communicational activities.”

In the long term, Filippo is expected to take over as secretary general, while Krieger will continue as an adviser to the association.