Don’t waste your money on patents: protecting your intellectual property

What goes into a quality patent, and where possible, how do you get it without breaking the bank? Answering these questions will be the focus of our discussion.

You’ve put too much into your innovation to come up short when its life depends on the measure of your patent. In the eyes of the patent office, judges, juries, PTAB admins, ITC officials, and IP-savvy investors, it doesn’t really matter how great, novel, or universe-denting your invention is if it is not properly defined and protected by your patent. The difference between a good patent and a bad one is the difference between a valuable, assertable, defendable property right – and a worthless vanity plate. The quality that goes in up front is directly proportional to the leverage it will give you later when you need it most.

This event is hosted by 20Fathoms in partnership with Aurora Patents

What you can expect to learn:

• The importance of searching and avoiding public disclosure.
• Strategies for crafting patents with clear boundaries that utilize well-thought infringement vector design-around approaches to prevent competitors from easily pirating your invention.
• How to balance quality and budget.

Event format:

This is an in-person event and there is no charge to attend.

Space is limited. Please register.

Lunch will be provided.

Who should attend:

Individuals in management positions, inventors, and small- and medium-sized business owners

About the presenter:

Dr. Ashley Sloat is a USPTO-registered patent practitioner who specializes in the development and management of patent portfolios for startup ventures and emerging growth companies. At Aurora Patents, she takes a hands-on approach with each client, partnering with Engineering and Management teams to intimately understand each client’s business, competition, and product vision. Armed with this knowledge, Ashley is able to increase the value of her clients’ patent portfolios while reducing overall legal costs.

About 20Fathoms

20Fathoms is the home of technology and entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan. We catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship through startup incubation services, business workshops, community partnership, and a vibrant coworking space. We also remove barriers and accelerate career growth through tech career training, talent acquisition, and the advancement of regional strategic initiatives.