Meet Kim Capiau | Registered Trademark Agent at Stratford Group

As Registered Trademark Agent and IP Analytics at Stratford, Kim Capiau is part of a team of experts delivering end-to-end strategy and trademark prosecution services lean in as trusted strategic advisors to their clients.

With extensive experience in trademarks, IP searching and IP strategy, Kim brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team. Since joining Stratford in 2018, she has played a pivotal role in establishing a trademark agency at Stratford.

Kim specializes in trademark prosecution, comprehensive strategy design, IP searches and analytics, and has a proven track record in clients from all types of industries. She has successfully worked with start-ups, SMEs, large corporations and non-profits to develop tailored solutions that achieve their unique business objectives.

An advocate for cost-effective IP strategies, Kim is dedicated to providing clients with strategies that maximize their potential. She has helped numerous companies with building and leveraging their IP strategy through a business-focused, pragmatic, proactive approach.

An in demand thought leader and speaker, Kim has contributed to the development of educational IP content focused on Trademarks. These contributions highlight how clients can best protect their brand.

"In addition to filing and prosecuting our trademarks, [Stratford] proactively monitors our trademarks and manages our whole IP portfolio. With their proactive approach, we were able to identify and take action against trademark infringements quickly. I would recommend them to anyone looking to increase their brand's value and effectiveness in the market."

Jordan Parsons, CEO of Benbria

Beyond our credentials, what sets us apart are the values we share and the ways we work. Every member of our team has a passion for giving back and helping organizations reach their goals. It’s why clients often tell us that when they met our people, they knew they wanted to do business with us.

To help you get to know us a little better, we sat down with some of our team members and interviewed them on everything from professional experience and obstacles to extracurricular activities and playlist recommendations. We thought you may appreciate seeing the personal side of our team through their shared personal insights, recommendations and hobbies.

What is your favourite part of your job?

Be part of building a company’s brand by implementing a trademark strategy for optimal protection.

What is a word or phrase that your clients or colleagues would use to describe you?

Devoted.

What is your favourite way to give back to your community?

Sharing knowledge and experience with young entrepreneurs, startups and students to help them understand the importance of IP early on and to guide them in navigating IP challenges.

What is a quote that motivates you?

In every trademark you protect, you’re safeguarding the essence of a brand’s story.

What do you hope your clients take away from working with you/Stratford??

Having a peace of mind, knowing that they are proactively supported regarding their IP needs.

What is something you've tried but will never do again?

Skiing on the most challenging hill. Bunny hills forever.

What is a skill you think everyone should have?

Problem-solving and being able to pivot swiftly following changed circumstances.

What is the biggest misconception people have about your job?

That IP protection is nice to have but not required. IP protection is crucial for business growth and minimizing risks.

What makes Stratford unique?

Providing proactive and cost-efficient IP strategy development aligned with the company’s business strategy to support business growth.

What do you hope your clients take away from working with you/Stratford?

Having a peace of mind, knowing that they are proactively supported regarding their IP needs.

Awards & Recognition.

IAM Patent 1000

Widely regarded as the definitive resource for identifying world-class patent professionals. The rankings result from an exhaustive qualitative research project, evaluating firms and individuals based on their knowledge, market presence, notable work, and positive peer and client feedback.

WIPR Leader

WIPR Leaders is a prestigious guide of the top IP practitioners globally across patent, trademark, and copyright practices. The selection process involves extensive vetting of nominees, considering their practice history, industry expertise, notable cases, and contributions to the field through writing and teaching.