David Gooder

David Gooder is the Commissioner for Trademarks at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). In his role, Commissioner Gooder serves as the principal agency official for trademarks, domestically and internationally, and is responsible for all aspects of the Trademarks organization, including examination policy, petitions, operations, register protection and administration relating to trademark examination, registration, and maintenance.

Mr. Gooder has worked for more than 30 years on intellectual property and brand-protection challenges facing iconic global brands, notably in the distilled spirits and wine industries where he was the founding Managing Director and Chief Trademark Counsel at Jack Daniel’s Properties.

Prior to his legal career, Mr. Gooder was a drummer and a video and music director. He is also an Eagle Scout. Mr. Gooder is a member of the State Bar of California and received his Juris Doctor from the University of Arizona College of Law.