The LESI Annual Conference 2026, hosted by the Licensing Executives Society International, brings together the global licensing and intellectual property community to examine how innovation translates into international commercial impact. (ip8.ai)
Under the theme "Innovation to Impact: IP as an International Growth Engine," LESI 2026 will convene licensing professionals, corporate IP leaders, legal experts, technology transfer offices, policymakers, and innovation strategists to explore how IP enables cross-border growth, commercialization, and value creation. (ip8.ai)
Attendees can gain insights on structuring cross-border licensing deals, technology transfers, and IP monetization strategies that scale internationally. The conference will also cover assessing portfolio strength, due diligence best practices, and aligning IP with investment and M&A strategies. (ip8.ai)
The event offers opportunities to engage with global licensing leaders, corporate IP heads, investors, and policymakers. Participants can network with law firms, licensing professionals, consultants, and IP technology providers, and identify data-driven solutions to enhance portfolio analytics, commercialization readiness, and international growth. (ip8.ai)
Speakers(36)
Ada Altobelli
Judge at Swiss Sports Tribunal
Ada Altobelli is a Judge at the Swiss Sports Tribunal, adjudicating cases related to sports law.
Anna B. Chauvet
Partner at Finnegan
Anna Chauvet is a Partner at Finnegan, focusing on intellectual property litigation and counseling.
Barbara Berdou
Founder at Berdou Attorneys
Barbara Berdou is the Founder of Berdou Attorneys, specializing in intellectual property law.
Bob Held, CLP
President at Held IP
Bob Held is the President of Held IP, with over 20 years of experience in intellectual property monetization and management.
Caroline Louveaux
Chief Privacy Officer at Mastercard
Caroline Louveaux serves as the Chief Privacy Officer at Mastercard, overseeing the company's global privacy and data protection practices.
Dana R. Colarulli
Executive Director at LESI
Dana R. Colarulli is the Executive Director of LESI, overseeing the society's global operations and strategic initiatives.
Dr. Samantha Williams
President at LES Britain & Ireland
Dr. Samantha Williams is the President of LES Britain & Ireland, leading initiatives to support licensing professionals.
Emanuela Bianco
Partner at Saglietti Bianco
Emanuela Bianco is a Partner at Saglietti Bianco, focusing on corporate and commercial law.
Gina Bicknell
Partner at Pinsent Masons
Gina Bicknell is a Partner at Pinsent Masons, specializing in intellectual property and technology law.
Graham Bell
Director at Cubicibuc
Graham Bell is the Director of Cubicibuc, focusing on innovation and technology management.
Graham Johnson
Committee Chair at LES Britain & Ireland
Graham Johnson serves as the Committee Chair for LES Britain & Ireland, coordinating various organizational activities.
Jean-Christophe Troussel
President at LESI
Jean-Christophe Troussel is the President of LESI and an IP partner at Bird & Bird, specializing in intellectual property and technology law.
John Carney
Managing Director at China IP Exchange
John Carney is the Managing Director of China IP Exchange, facilitating intellectual property transactions between China and other markets.
Joseph Casino
Managing Trustee at Sun Patent Trust
Joseph Casino is the Managing Trustee at Sun Patent Trust, overseeing patent licensing and monetization strategies.
Julianne Buchanski
Lead IP Counsel at ZTE
Julianne Buchanski serves as Lead IP Counsel at ZTE, managing the company's intellectual property portfolio.
Karl Barnfather
Chair at Barnfather IP
Karl Barnfather is the Chair of Barnfather IP, providing strategic IP consultancy services.
Kodichinma Anigbogu
Senior Associate at Jackson, Etti & Edu
Kodichinma Anigbogu is a Senior Associate at Jackson, Etti & Edu, focusing on intellectual property law.
La Modin
Partner at Gozzo Advokater
La Modin is a Partner at Gozzo Advokater, specializing in intellectual property law.
Luke O'Neill
Professor/ Co-Founder at Trinity College/ Sitryx Therapeutics Ltd.
Luke O’Neill is a world-renowned immunologist and entrepreneur, known for his groundbreaking research in inflammation and his role in founding Sitryx Therapeutics.
Magnus Hakvåg
Chief Executive Officer at House of Knowledge
Magnus Hakvåg is the CEO of House of Knowledge, focusing on intellectual property management and strategy.
Marc Bellemare
CSO at Reliant AI
Marc Bellemare is the Chief Scientific Officer at Reliant AI, leading research in artificial intelligence applications.
Marco Aleman
Assistant Director General at WIPO
Marco Aleman serves as Assistant Director General at WIPO, overseeing policy development in intellectual property.
Maria Chiara Cesarani
General Counsel at Studio Torta
Maria Chiara Cesarani serves as General Counsel at Studio Torta, focusing on intellectual property law.
Mark Anderson
Managing Partner at Anderson Law
Mark Anderson is the Managing Partner at Anderson Law, specializing in intellectual property and commercial law.
Marko Brumnik
Patent Attorney at Sonnenberg Harrison
Marko Brumnik is a Patent Attorney at Sonnenberg Harrison, specializing in patent prosecution and litigation.
Mary Albertson
Director at Georgia Tech
Mary Albertson is a Director at Georgia Tech, focusing on technology transfer and commercialization.
Mihaela Bojin, Ph.D., CLP
Senior Associate Director at Univ. of Iowa Research Foundation
Mihaela Bojin is the Senior Associate Director at the University of Iowa Research Foundation, focusing on technology transfer.
Pat McDonagh
Managing Director at Supermac's
Pat McDonagh is the Managing Director of Supermac's, Ireland's largest indigenous fast food restaurant group.
Peter Camesaca
Partner at Peter Camesasca Advocaat
Peter Camesaca is a Partner at Peter Camesasca Advocaat, focusing on competition and intellectual property law.
Roberto Carapeto
Partner at Licks Attorneys
Dr. Roberto Carapeto is an intellectual property attorney with extensive experience in patent strategy, litigation, and licensing, particularly between Asia and South America.
Sami Saru
Vice President, Patent Portfolio at Nokia
Sami Saru is the Vice President of Patent Portfolio at Nokia, managing the company's extensive patent assets.
Simon Chalkley
Senior Principal at Icen Risk
Simon Chalkley is a Senior Principal at Icen Risk, specializing in risk management and intellectual property.
Sophie Voyer
IP Specialist at Genetec Inc.
Sophie Voyer is an IP Specialist at Genetec Inc., focusing on intellectual property management.
Takafumi Ochiai
Head of Policy Research Institute & Senior Partner at Smart Governance Inc.; Atsumi & Sakai
Takafumi Ochiai is a Senior Partner at Atsumi & Sakai and Head of the Policy Research Institute, specializing in technology law and regulatory policy.
Tatiana Campello
Partner at Demarest Advogados
Tatiana Campello is a Partner at Demarest Advogados, specializing in intellectual property and technology law.
Tobias Baus
Salary Partner at PENTARC
Tobias Baus is a Salary Partner at PENTARC, specializing in patent law and intellectual property rights.
Event Details
- Date
- April 26-29, 2026
- 4 days
- Location
- 🇮🇪 Dublin, Ireland
- The Dublin Royal Convention Centre
- Audience
- Corporate IP & Licensing Teams, Legal & Transaction Professionals, Technology Transfer Offices, Innovation & Strategy Leaders, Investment & M&A Professionals, IP Valuation & Advisory Consultants, Policy & Regulatory Experts