JiNan Glasgow George

JiNan is recognized worldwide for her expertise in Intellectual Property. She has spoken in front of the UN and has been a featured speaker at Intellectual Property conferences in India, Italy, France, South Africa, Mexico, Ghana, and the UAE, as well as New York City, San Francisco, and Chicago. She is an angel investor who helps companies with growth and exit. As an inventor, entrepreneur, patent attorney, and former USPTO patent examiner, JiNan’s background gives her the ability to see intellectual property from the corporate, legal services, and government perspectives – a unique perspective not common in this industry. She is registered to practice in NC and with the USPTO and has degrees in engineering, law, and theology from NC State, UNC Chapel Hill, and Duke University, respectively.

Jonah Robison

Jonah is a Patent Analyst with a background in Biomedical Engineering and experience in product development in a variety of industries, including the life sciences. His goals include helping you to focus on the parts of your business will lead to sustainable profitability and protecting the technology that will take you there.

Nicholas D’Andrea

Nicholas is a Registered Patent Agent that’s committed to helping startups and early stage ventures reach their full potential. He has worked with companies and inventors from high-tech industries across the country to develop strategic patent assets. As a Raleigh native and NC State alumnus, Nicholas is particularly committed to supporting the Triangle entrepreneurial communities and demonstrating how the patent process can and should be aligned with a company’s business goals.

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Workshop Title: Don’t just patent. Patent smart.‍

Apple’s mantra “Think Different” permeated every aspect of its business and led to the development of the most profitable company in the world. Similarly, by taking a different approach to patents that integrates patent strategy with your business, you have the opportunity to boost your company’s valuation, profitability, and exit opportunities. Patents aren’t a lottery ticket; you actually have integrate them into your business. Starting early and committing to a plan to are keys to growing a sustainable business. We will explore how you can create valuable assets that are aligned with your business. Don’t just patent. Patent smart.