Amelia Lightowlers is a senior legal counsel at Country Road Group, where she advises some of Australia's most recognised retail brands on a broad range of commercial, technology, regulatory and intellectual property matters. Beginning her career in private practice as an intellectual property lawyer, Amelia spent more than a decade advising clients on trade marks, copyright, designs and brand protection before moving in-house. Her experience spans leading Australian law firms and ASX-listed retailers, including senior legal roles at accent group and country road group. Today, she combines her specialist IP expertise with a broader commercial perspective, partnering with business leaders on strategic projects, digital innovation, marketing, product development and risk management.