IP savvy: what every business needs to know to get the most out of their IP

Venner Shipley and IP Pragmatics

Hosted by Venner Shipley and IP Pragmatics, an interactive masterclass to get the most out of IP and great opportunity to network.

Buffini Chao Deck

For technology-based companies, the value of their business is intrinsically linked to both the quality and the quantity of their intellectual property and how well it is protected, along with their ability to leverage that intellectual property to release its value.Bringing together senior leaders from both Venner Shipley and IP Pragmatics this event is primarily focused on issues that confront small- and medium-sized companies on their journey towards commercialisation, and is aimed at start-ups and SMEs from a cross-section of sectors who are looking to grow.Chaired by a seasoned CEO and NED, our panel covering the acquirer/licensee/investor perspectives will provide their expert advice for maximising value throughout the typical lifecycle of an innovative, forward-looking business, providing a practical insight into the key commercial and intellectual property issues that businesses should consider to capitalise on value at each stage.The panel will cover topical issues including:<ul><li>Getting your IP right by building a portfolio</li><li>Key decisions such as which IP you should back and which to drop?</li><li>Preparing for investment and partnering </li><li>Practical advice on handling transactions and managing deals</li></ul>Chair<ul><li>John Harris, CEO,Managing Partner, Chairperson and Biotech NED</li></ul>Speakers<ul><li>Dr Pawel Piotrowicz,Patent Attorney and Managing Partner, Venner Shipley LLP</li><li>Dr Rupert Osborn, CEO, IP Pragmatics</li></ul>Panel<ul><li>Gaurav Chawla, Co-Founder and CEO, Lumirithmic (An Imperial College spin-out)</li><li>David Franz, Director, Technology Licensing, Stamicarbon BV</li><li>Sakura Holloway, Director, Newstar Innovation</li><li>Jeremy Holmes, Head of IP, IP Group plc</li><li>Andy Muir, Investment Director, Future Planet Capital</li><li>Emilie Syed, Senior Investment Associate, Parkwalk Advisors</li></ul>Agenda08.00 - 09.00 Registration with Welcome Tea, Coffee and Pastries09.00 - 09.30 Intro and Keynote by Venner Shipley and IP Pragmatics 09.30 - 10.15 Panel discussion part 1: Getting your IP right and which IP to back and which to drop? 10.15 - 10.45 Coffee break and networking 10.45 – 11.30 Panel discussion part 2: Getting ready for financing/partnering and handling transactions and deals 11.30 - 12.00 Q&A and Wrap-Up12.00 - 13.00 Lunch and NetworkingVenueThis event takes place at The Buffini Chao Deck, which is located on level three of the National Theatre building. There are four lifts which can be taken to this level or there is the main staircase.

About Venner ShipleyWe are is a prominent full-service European intellectual property firm with a uniquely diverse team. Our leading group of patent attorneys, trademark and design attorneys, solicitors and barristers provide a complete IP service to our client base. We specialise in a variety of sectors, enabling innovations across industries to be protected for your business. Our team consists of individuals with real industry experience, so we can offer market-leading insights and advice in intellectual property law. With multiple offices in the UK and EU, we work with clients in a huge range of industry sectors, from major international corporations, to universities and SMEs, and we play a key role in nurturing of innovation and growth. We have a truly flexible approach to the service we provide, putting client priorities at the front and centre of what we do.About IPPWe have been consulting for clients for two decades and pride ourselves on a strong track record amongst corporate, IP and technology transfer communities worldwide. Our clients include universities, research institutes, SMEs, large enterprise and public sector organisations in over 20 countries. Headquartered in London, we also have offices in Edinburgh and Sydney and partners in Chicago and Tokyo. Our team is made up of ex-industry and IP specialists with active global networks and contacts. We also have extensive market, industry, IP and scientific information resources which complement our analytical rigour.