The IPO Annual Meeting is a premier event organized by the Intellectual Property Owners Association (IPO), bringing together intellectual property professionals from around the world. The 2025 meeting is scheduled to take place from September 7 to 9 at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in San Diego, California.
Attendees can expect a comprehensive program featuring educational sessions led by industry leaders, committee meetings, and discussions on current IP issues. The event will also include networking opportunities, sponsor exhibits, and an IP Expo Hall showcasing the latest innovations and services in the field.
Notable speakers for the 2025 meeting include Coke Stewart, Acting Under Secretary and Acting Director of the US Patent & Trademark Office, and Daren Tang, Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization. The agenda also features committee business meetings open to all registrants, providing insights into IPO's policy development processes.
This event is ideal for IP professionals seeking to stay abreast of industry trends, expand their professional network, and engage in discussions on best practices. Whether you're an in-house counsel, private practitioner, or academic, the IPO Annual Meeting offers valuable insights and connections in the intellectual property arena.
Speakers(13)
Brett Bachtell
Senior Director, Legal Counsel at Qualcomm Incorporated
Brett Bachtell is the Senior Director and Legal Counsel at Qualcomm Incorporated, focusing on intellectual property law and litigation strategies.
Coke Stewart
Acting Under Secretary and Acting Director at US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO)
Coke Stewart serves as the Acting Under Secretary and Acting Director of the US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO).
Daren Tang
Director General at World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
Daren Tang is the Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
Eman Sojoodi
Senior Legal Counsel at Dell Technologies
Eman Sojoodi serves as Senior Legal Counsel at Dell Technologies, advising on intellectual property matters and technology transactions.
Julie Lake
Senior Patent Counsel at Merck & Co Inc.
Julie Lake serves as Senior Patent Counsel at Merck & Co Inc., managing patent portfolios and providing strategic IP advice in the pharmaceutical industry.
Lisa Mueller
Partner at Casimir Jones
Lisa Mueller is a partner at Casimir Jones, with extensive experience in patent prosecution and counseling in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical fields.
Mira Mulvaney
Senior Director, IP Policy at Eli Lilly and Co.
Mira Mulvaney is the Senior Director of IP Policy at Eli Lilly and Co., focusing on intellectual property strategies and policies affecting the pharmaceutical industry.
Paul Higgins
Senior Patent Counsel at Johnson & Johnson
Paul Higgins serves as Senior Patent Counsel at Johnson & Johnson, providing legal counsel on patent matters and managing IP portfolios.
Prof. Dr. Tilman Müller-Stoy
Partner at Bardehle Pagenberg Partnerschaft MbB
Prof. Dr. Tilman Müller-Stoy is a partner at Bardehle Pagenberg Partnerschaft MbB, with expertise in patent litigation and intellectual property law.
Richard Kurz
Partner at Haug Partners LLP
Richard Kurz is a partner at Haug Partners LLP, specializing in intellectual property law with a focus on pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.
Roberto Rodrigues Pinho
Partner at RNA Law
Roberto Rodrigues Pinho is a partner at RNA Law, specializing in intellectual property law and advising clients on IP matters in Latin America.
Steve Akerley
Vice President, Deputy General Counsel at InterDigital Holdings, Inc.
Steve Akerley is the Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at InterDigital Holdings, Inc., overseeing legal affairs related to intellectual property and licensing.
Ying Luo
Partner at Shanghai Lung Tin Law Firm
Ying Luo is a partner at Shanghai Lung Tin Law Firm, specializing in intellectual property law and providing legal services in China.
Event Details
- Date
- September 20-22, 2025
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States
- Manchester Grand Hyatt
- Pricing
- $850 - $3,000
- Audience
- Intellectual property professionals, including in-house counsel, private practitioners, academics, and government officials
- CLE Credits
- CLE accreditation pending