The Global Standards Leadership Conference 2023, held on June 15, 2023, at the University of California San Diego, was organized by Tim Pohlmann (CEO of IPlytics), Kirti Gupta (CSIS), and Justus Baron (Northwestern University). This annual event convened thought leaders from standardization, intellectual property, government, and academia to foster discussions and connections among professionals with diverse perspectives on promoting common standards and innovation.
Key topics addressed included the latest technological trends in global standardization, recent evolutions in standardization policy across different regions, challenges in the governance of standards development processes, and potential reforms to the system for licensing Standard-Essential Patents (SEPs), particularly in light of the EU Commission's draft SEP regulation proposal. Sessions featured discussions on disruptive innovations in AI, IoT, blockchain, autonomous driving, and virtual reality, emphasizing the importance of transparent and inclusive standardization processes.
The conference provided practical opportunities for networking among approximately 200 in-person and online participants. Notable sessions included a panel on maintaining open and consensus-based standards development amid geopolitical and patent policy divisions, featuring experts from organizations such as 3GPP, IEEE, and NIST. These discussions offered valuable insights into preserving open standards development in the face of global challenges.
This event was particularly relevant for professionals involved in intellectual property, standardization, policy-making, and academia. Attendees gained a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities within the global standardization ecosystem, equipping them with knowledge to navigate and influence the future of technology standards and innovation.
Speakers(11)
Chris Hannon
Representative at United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
Chris Hannon is a representative from the USPTO, contributing expertise in patent law and standardization.
Etienne Chaponniere
Representative at Qualcomm
Etienne Chaponniere represents Qualcomm, providing insights into standardization processes and policies.
Gordon Gillerman
Representative at National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
Gordon Gillerman is a representative from NIST, focusing on standards development and policy.
Harry Bims
Representative at IEEE
Harry Bims represents IEEE, contributing to discussions on standards development and governance.
John Smee
Representative at Qualcomm
John Smee represents Qualcomm, offering expertise in wireless technology and standardization.
Justus Baron
Senior Research Associate at Northwestern University
Justus Baron is a Senior Research Associate at Northwestern University and co-founder of the Global Standards Leadership Conference, recognized for creating an academic community for empirical research on SEPs and standards.
Kirti Gupta
Chief Economist at Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)
Kirti Gupta is the Chief Economist at CSIS and co-founder of the Global Standards Leadership Conference, known for organizing impactful conferences on intellectual property and standards for policymakers.
Peyton Meyer
Attorney at Haynes Boone
Peyton Meyer is an attorney at Haynes Boone, specializing in intellectual property law and standardization.
Tim Pohlmann
CEO at IPlytics
Tim Pohlmann is the CEO of IPlytics and co-founder of the Global Standards Leadership Conference, with over a decade of experience in standards and SEPs.
Urska Petrovcic
Representative at Hudson Institute
Urska Petrovcic is a representative from the Hudson Institute, focusing on policy and standardization.
Vishal Sharma
Representative at Metanoia
Vishal Sharma represents Metanoia, bringing insights into technological innovations and standardization.
Event Details
- Date
- June 15, 2023
- Location
- 🇺🇸 San Diego, United States
- University of California San Diego
- Audience
- Professionals in intellectual property, standardization, policy-making, and academia
- Attendees
- Approximately 200 in-person and online participants