The American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA) and GALVANIZE, joined by the Rocky Mountain U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, will host a World Intellectual Property (IP) Day celebration that highlights the efforts being undertaken by Colorado’s startup community to improve lives around the world.

This year's World IP Day theme, "Innovation: Improving Lives," gives us a chance to hear from several innovators about what they are doing to make a difference in the world, and to understand the secrets of their successes. Don't miss out on the opportunity to hear from, and network with, these startup community leaders!

• 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM: opening reception and sign-in in the Galvanize Cafe
• 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM: program featuring local startups and innovators, including Jim Deters of Galvanize, Steve Katseros of Nokero, and Tim Reeser of Lightning Hybrids
• 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM: closing reception and innovation exhibition in the Galvanize Cafe