Are you an innovator, entrepreneur, or creative mind looking to take your ideas to the next level? Join us for Free Office Hours at Innovate Carolina Junction, where you'll have access to a diverse array of subject matter experts ready to help you navigate the challenges of your journey. Whether you need guidance on creative projects, insights into emerging technologies, business strategy support, alumni mentorship, or legal advice, our experts are here to provide personalized, actionable feedback.

Connect with experienced professionals across various fields, gain fresh perspectives, and get the support you need to turn your vision into reality. No matter where you are in your journey, Innovate Carolina Junction is your hub for innovation, collaboration, and growth. Need a zoom link or separate time? Contact Nathan Letts at his LinkedIn page or at his website, Olive Law Group.

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Nathan is a patent attorney with the Olive Law Group PLLC and works with a wide variety of clients and specializes in biotechnology, chemistry, green energy, diagnostics, and pharmaceuticals. Previously, he was the founding CEO of a UNC-CH biotech spinout, KinoDyn, Inc. and Vice President of Intellectual Property and Licensing for diaDexus, Inc. (South San Francisco, CA). Nathan helps his clients get patent protection worldwide. He also has experience in licensing agreements, patent litigation, and trademarks.

Ask Nathan about:

Types of Intellectual Property
Ownership vs Inventorship
Is my idea/invention patentable?
Why get a patent?
The timing/costs to get a patent
Patent protection in the US & worldwide
Resources to learn more, search patents, etc.

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Innovate Carolina is UNC's vice chancellor’s office of innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic development. Innovate Carolina Junction office hours are in-person, free and geared towards innovators, entrepreneurs, and startup companies. You do not need to be associated with UNC.

Enter the building at 136 E. Rosemary St. All walk-ins and registered attendees must check in at the front desk. You are welcome to hang out at Meantime coffee shop before or after your scheduled appointment. If you are interested in a complete tour of the coworking space and innovation hub or learning more about free coworking days, please email julia.lutz@unc.edu.

Office Hours: Intellectual Property with Nathan Letts