Elizabeth Scott
Elizabeth Brasfield Scott was born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama, having developed a passion for excellence and tenacity at a young age as the granddaughter and daughter to successful entrepreneurs, doctors, engineers and lawyers. Growing up in her mom and dad's bakery, she developed a knack for business operations and leadership, along with a heart of service to others and her community, and all before she received her driver’s license.
Elizabeth holds her Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from Loyola University in New Orleans, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management from The University of Alabama’s Culverhouse College of Commerce and Business Administration in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
Having spent the first part of her career in Washington, D.C. serving as the Director of Marketing, Branding, and Public Relations in the Hospitality Industry, Elizabeth worked with world-renowned and international and multicultural business owners, chefs, dignitaries, and corporate entities. Her experience garnered a wealth of knowledge and professional experience that serves Ingram Law and its clients in aspects that far exceed that of any law firm around. Elizabeth's extensive professional experience in strategic development and business operations affords our clients a vast global perspective in case management and client support.
Elizabeth's passion for people has driven her to pursue short-term professional and educational experiences in China, Spain, Costa Rica, Panama, Nicaragua, France, and Belgium. She has also been actively involved in a range of civic organizations, serving in various leadership roles such as Board Member appointments and Community Partnerships. Notably, she has contributed to nationally and internationally renowned organizations, including:
- The National Cherry Blossom Festival, Board of Directors
- Educated Eats (The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington-Education Foundation), Board of Directors
- The Department of Employment Services, Washington, DC
- Destination DC, Marketing Committee & Partnership Committee
- The Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, DC, Community & Professional Collaborations
- The Georgetown BID, Marketing Committee
- Homewood Chamber of Commerce, Homewood, AL
Through these roles, Elizabeth has fostered meaningful connections and partnerships within both local and global communities.
Elizabeth returned to Birmingham, AL in 2017 to fulfill her greatest purpose in life, and most important role as 'Mama', to her two amazing children. She enjoys spending time outdoors, watercolor and acrylic painting, reading, developing her daughter's foundation "Liza's Lemonade 4 Life", and authoring her memoir for publication.
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Federal trademark law is primarily governed by the Lanham Trademark Act, also referred to as the Trademark Act of 1946. The Lanham Act, codified in 15 U.S.C. §§1051 to 1127, covers a wide range of trademark issues including registration, maintenance, protection, and the creation of a federal cause of action for trademark infringement.
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