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Day 1 - Tuesday, June 25, 2024
8:00 |
Networking Breakfast and Registration |
9:00 |
Opening Remarks from the Co-Chairs |
9:15 |
USPTO KeynoteExamining Agency Efforts to Build a More Diverse and Inclusive Innovation Ecosystem |
9:45 |
Taking a Look at What’s Ahead for USPTO Women’s InitiativesExploring Opportunities for Empowering Women in IP on a Global Scale |
10:30 |
Networking Break |
11:00 |
Tackling the AI + IP ConundrumNavigating Emerging Challenges Arising at the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence Innovation and IP Protection |
12:00 |
Networking Luncheon |
1:00 |
“Birds of a Feather” Roundtables |
2:00 |
IP Litigation SpotlightExamining the “Top 10” Court Cases Influencing the Intellectual Property Landscape in 2024 |
3:00 |
Networking Break |
3:15 |
Key Strategies for Safeguarding Trade Secrets in a Borderless Digital Era |
4:00 |
Lessons from Women Trailblazers in IP LawForging and Navigating Pathways to Success in a Male-Dominated Sector |
5:00 |
Closing Remarks and Day 1 Adjourns to Cocktail Reception |
Day 2 - Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Day 1 - Tuesday, June 25, 2024
8:00 |
Networking Breakfast and Registration |
9:00 |
Opening Remarks from the Co-Chairs |
9:15 |
USPTO KeynoteExamining Agency Efforts to Build a More Diverse and Inclusive Innovation EcosystemValencia Martin-Wallace |
9:45 |
Taking a Look at What’s Ahead for USPTO Women’s InitiativesExploring Opportunities for Empowering Women in IP on a Global ScaleDuring this opening panel, we will analyze the latest global initiatives being driven by the USPTO to advance the representation and roles of women in the field of intellectual property law. Our esteemed panelists will explore:
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10:30 |
Networking Break |
11:00 |
Tackling the AI + IP ConundrumNavigating Emerging Challenges Arising at the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence Innovation and IP ProtectionKelly Burke Anna Linne Moderator:Jennifer Maisel While the recent emergence of generative AI technologies has ushered in a new realm of opportunities, it has also unleashed a myriad of complex challenges for copyright, trademark, and other IP rights. What’s more, AI-assisted inventions have been calling IP rights into question, and the USPTO has just released its new AI inventorship guidance causing significant implications for the patent community. During this panel, we will discuss:
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12:00 |
Networking Luncheon |
1:00 |
“Birds of a Feather” RoundtablesRoundtable ABhaveeni Parmar Cassie Thornton Roundtable BKim Jessum Allison Leader Roundtable CMeredith Schoenfeld Gail Zarick A] Mentorship in the Digital Age: Leveraging Technology for Impactful Mentorship Experiences B] Making Your Personal Brand Work for You: Advancing Your IP Career Through Personal Branding C] The CHIPS Act: Understanding the Full Implications on the Tech IP Sector |
2:00 |
IP Litigation SpotlightExamining the “Top 10” Court Cases Influencing the Intellectual Property Landscape in 2024Kaitlin Corey Ching-Lee Fukuda Lisa Pensabene Anu Sawkar The 2024 IP litigation landscape has been shaped by several recent landmark cases which have significant implications for businesses, IP counsel and innovators alike. During this panel, we will explore:
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3:00 |
Networking Break |
3:15 |
Key Strategies for Safeguarding Trade Secrets in a Borderless Digital EraBridget Smith Angela Wilson Moderator:Tatiana Machado In the digital age, trademark disputes have taken on new dimensions as businesses navigate the complexities of online brand protection and enforcement. With the proliferation of e-commerce platforms, social media channels, and digital marketing strategies, the landscape for trademark infringement has expanded exponentially, presenting both challenges and opportunities for brand owners. During this panel, we will explore:
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4:00 |
Lessons from Women Trailblazers in IP LawForging and Navigating Pathways to Success in a Male-Dominated SectorDale Cendali Hon. MaryJoan McNamara Hon. Teresa Stanek Rea Moderator:Jamie Lucia |
5:00 |
Closing Remarks and Day 1 Adjourns to Cocktail Reception |
Day 2 - Wednesday, June 26, 2024
8:00 |
Networking Breakfast and Registration |
9:00 |
Opening Remarks from the Co-Chairs |
9:15 |
FIRESIDE CHAT KEYNOTE |
9:45 |
Battling the Emerging DEI BacklashHow Women Leaders in IP Law Can Maintain Career Advancement Momentum in the Face of Recent DEI PushbackRandi Adkins-Warren Moderator:Elizabeth Manno With recent attacks on DEI initiatives now on the rise, women (and particularly diverse women) are facing a more challenging landscape when trying to climb the corporate ladder. This panel will discuss:
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10:30 |
Networking Break |
11:00 |
Navigating the Crossroads of Cybersecurity and IP LawAnalyzing Top Cyber Threats Against Internal Company IP and Response Strategies After a BreachAdriana S. Luedke Moderator:Heidi Tandy |
12:00 |
Networking Luncheon |
1:00 |
DOJ KEYNOTE |
1:30 |
Addressing the Innovation Gender GapDeveloping Strategies to Overcome Disparity and Reduce the Underrepresentation of Women in IP Leadership RolesCassie Thornton To tackle the innovation gender gap and bolster women’s representation in IP leadership roles, organizations must implement targeted strategies aimed at fostering inclusivity and leveling the playing field. During this panel, we will explore:
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2:15 |
Combatting Insider ThreatsProtecting Your Organization Against the Rise of Insider Threats to IPBarbara A. Johnson Safeguarding your organization against insider threats is paramount in protecting IP from the rising risks posed by individuals with authorized access to sensitive information. These threats, which can originate from employees, contractors, or business partners with authorized access to sensitive information, pose significant challenges to IP security. To mitigate these risks, organizations must implement robust security measures and proactive strategies. During this panel, we will discuss:
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3:00 |
Networking Break |
3:15 |
Using IP to Fight CounterfeitingLeveraging IP for Online Detection and Offline Supply Chain Tracing of Counterfeit GoodsAlaina van Horn Moderator:Josephine Young Recent enforcement actions highlight the importance of understanding the legal and practical aspects of combating counterfeiting, including the implementation of robust IP protection strategies. Leveraging IP as a tool to combat counterfeiting involves a multifaceted approach that encompasses both online detection and offline supply chain tracing. During this panel, we will examine:
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4:00 |
“The Best Thing I Ever Learned from a Mentor (or Mentee)”Town Hall on Cultivating and Empowering the Next Generation of Women Leaders in IP LawVanessa Bailey Ann Valdivia Moderator:Kate Cappaert We will close out this year’s conference with a panel of esteemed women leaders in IP law who will share the most influential lesson or piece of advice that they received from a mentor in the course of their career. Our panelists will explore:
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4:45 |
Closing Remarks from the Co-Chairs and Conference Adjourns |