Attached is the press release the GCA sent out to consumer media for this campaign. Launched on 25th Nov 2019 with 9 BBC Radio stations this is now generating interest across the country.
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GCA Proudly Supports the ShopKind CampaignÂ
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Protecting Your Work Part 1: Getting Ahead of Copyright & IP InfringementÂ
Kelly Hudson, MD McDaniels Law, Amanda Fergusson CEO Greeting Card Association, Pip Heywood, MD Thortful

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