The Office of the Chief Communications Officer (OCCO) manages the USPTO's public affairs function and coordinates a wide variety of internal and external communications. To receive news and updates by email from the USPTO, visit our Subscription Center.
Press and media relations
The office facilitates media interviews with senior agency officials and writes and distributes press releases and media advisories. It also ensures broad distribution of up-to-date and accurate information about the USPTO and intellectual property protection by proactively pitching news stories, profiles, and opinion editorial pieces to media outlets throughout the country and through common social media channels.
For all media inquiries, contact the Office of the Chief Communications Officer main phone line at 571-272-8400 or email:
Divisions and branches
Below is a list of divisions and branches within OCCO.
Digital and Creative Communications Division
The Digital and Creative Communications Division in OCCO manages the online communication facets for both agency employees and public audiences. Our goal is to help the USPTO speak with one recognizable "voice" while maintaining a commitment to quality web-based information and visual experiences for everyone.
- Website and Digital Strategy Branch
Branch Chief: Teresa Verigan - Production Branch
Branch Chief: Jeff Isaacs - Executive Support Branch
- Internal Communications Branch
Media and Marketing Division
The Media and Marketing Division in OCCO develops and manages information, marketing, and storytelling campaigns about USPTO programs and initiatives aimed at informing various external stakeholder audiences, including media outlets, inventors and entrepreneurs, and IP practitioners.
- Marketing and Social Media Branch
Branch Chief: Philippa Olsen - Inventor Recognition Branch
Branch Chief: Linda Hosler - Administration Branch
Branch Chief: Wendy White - Press Branch
Branch Chief: Paul Fucito
