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National Conference on Intellectual Property for National Growth

by Surana & Surana International Attorneys

The National Conference on Intellectual Property for National Growth was organized by Surana & Surana International Attorneys in association with the Intellectual Property Bar of India Trust, with support from the Hindustan Chamber of Commerce and the Tamil Chamber of Commerce. The event aimed to educate corporations on various government schemes for MSMEs, practices of the Indian Patent and Trademark Office, and effective approaches to IP filing and enforcement.

Key topics covered during the conference included strategies for intellectual property protection, monetization of IP assets, and the importance of brand management. Sessions featured discussions on the significance of innovation and patenting for startups and growing companies, as well as the territorial nature of trademark laws and the necessity for country-specific rights management.

The conference featured notable speakers such as Dr. Vinod Surana, Managing Partner & CEO of Surana & Surana International Attorneys; Mr. C N Shashidhara, Joint Controller at the Indian Patent Office; and Ms. R Sindhuja, Trade Mark Examiner at the Indian Trade Mark Registry. These experts provided valuable insights into the creation, protection, and enforcement of intellectual property rights.

This event was particularly beneficial for corporate leaders, legal professionals, and entrepreneurs seeking to enhance their understanding of intellectual property strategies to foster business growth and innovation.

Speakers(10)

Dr. Vinod Surana

Managing Partner & CEO at Surana & Surana International Attorneys

Dr. Vinod Surana is the Managing Partner & CEO of Surana & Surana International Attorneys, emphasizing the importance of intellectual property rights as a geopolitical tool.

Mr. C N Shashidhara

Joint Controller at Indian Patent Office

Mr. C N Shashidhara, Joint Controller at the Indian Patent Office, focuses on supporting startups and small industries in protecting their inventions.

Mr. Chozha Nachiyar Rajasekhar

President at Tamil Chamber of Commerce

Mr. Chozha Nachiyar Rajasekhar, President of the Tamil Chamber of Commerce, emphasized the importance of IP protection for corporate growth.

Mr. K. Suresh

President at Hindustan Chamber of Commerce

Mr. K. Suresh, President of the Hindustan Chamber of Commerce, highlighted the territorial nature of IPR and its role in fostering innovation.

Mr. N Surya Senthil

Head – IP Litigation at Surana & Surana International Attorneys

Mr. N Surya Senthil, Head of IP Litigation at Surana & Surana International Attorneys, emphasizes the importance of filing IP infringement cases to protect rights.

Ms. Deepalakshmi Vadivelan

General Counsel & Vice President – Legal at Quess Corp Limited

Ms. Deepalakshmi Vadivelan, General Counsel & Vice President – Legal at Quess Corp Limited, highlights the territorial principle of trademark law.

Ms. Lakshmidevi Somanath

Head – IP Practice at Surana & Surana International Attorneys

Ms. Lakshmidevi Somanath, Head of IP Practice at Surana & Surana International Attorneys, discusses the importance of protecting and monetizing inventions.

Ms. Preethi Kitchappa

Head-Legal at TVS Supply Chain Solutions

Ms. Preethi Kitchappa, Head-Legal at TVS Supply Chain Solutions, differentiates between brands and branding, emphasizing consumer recall.

Ms. R Sindhuja

Trade Mark Examiner at Indian Trade Mark Registry

Ms. R Sindhuja, Trade Mark Examiner at the Indian Trade Mark Registry, advises clients on proclaiming their trademarks before seeking protection.

Prof. Dr. Satyendra Patnaik

Head - Amity Innovation Incubator & Professor at Amity University

Prof. Dr. Satyendra Patnaik, Head of Amity Innovation Incubator and Professor at Amity University, underscores the importance of innovation and patenting for startups.

Event Details

Date
May 5, 2022
Location
🇮🇳 Chennai, India
Audience
Corporate leaders, legal professionals, entrepreneurs