IPWatchdog LIVE 2024 is the fourth annual conference organized by IPWatchdog, a leading source for news and information in the patent and innovation industries. The event is scheduled to take place from September 29 to October 1, 2024, at the Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel in Arlington, Virginia. This year's conference also marks the 25th anniversary of IPWatchdog, adding a celebratory dimension to the proceedings.
The conference will cover a wide range of topics pertinent to the intellectual property community, including discussions on the current state of the U.S. IP system, strategies for monetizing intellectual property, and the role of artificial intelligence in patent law. Sessions will feature expert panels addressing issues such as trade secret protection, patent litigation trends, and the impact of recent legislative changes on IP practices.
Attendees can look forward to numerous networking opportunities, including three cocktail receptions, two breakfasts, two lunches, and multiple networking breaks. The event will also feature an expo hall showcasing the latest products and services in the IP industry. Notable speakers include former USPTO Directors Andrei Iancu and David Kappos, as well as other distinguished figures from the IP community.
This conference is ideal for intellectual property professionals, including attorneys, in-house counsel, business executives, inventors, and policymakers. It offers a platform to engage with industry leaders, stay informed about the latest developments in IP law, and celebrate the milestones of a leading organization in the field.
Speakers(7)
Andr1s J00k00ti
Director, Patent and Technology Law Division at WIPO
Andr01s J00k00ti is the Director of the Patent and Technology Law Division at the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
Benjamin Weed
General Counsel at Ridge
Benjamin Weed is the General Counsel at Ridge, overseeing the company's legal operations.
Brienne Terril
Co-Head Intellectual Property at The Bank of New York Mellon
Brienne Terril is the Co-Head of Intellectual Property at The Bank of New York Mellon.
Dean Geibel
Chief Patent Counsel & Associate General Counsel at Samtec, Inc.
Dean Geibel is the Chief Patent Counsel and Associate General Counsel at Samtec, Inc.
Hon. Susan Braden
Former Chief Judge at U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Susan Braden served as the Chief Judge of the U.S. Court of Federal Claims.
Mark Leonard
General Counsel at Sunsweet Growers Inc.
Mark Leonard is the General Counsel at Sunsweet Growers Inc., overseeing the company's legal affairs.
Shira Perlmutter
Register of Copyrights and Director at U.S. Copyright Office
Shira Perlmutter serves as the Register of Copyrights and Director of the U.S. Copyright Office.
Event Details
- Date
- September 29 - October 1, 2024
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Arlington, United States
- Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel
- Pricing
- $900 - $1,200
- Audience
- Intellectual property professionals, including attorneys, in-house counsel, business executives, inventors, and policymakers.
- CLE Credits
- 15+ hours of general MCLE, and 2 hours of ethics MCLE.