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Upcoming IP Webinars with ICD

Written by Stratford Group Ltd. | Jan 8, 2025 8:03:17 PM

Stratford Intellectual Property will be delivering a series of webinars and workshops in collaboration with the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD). These sessions are designed to provide board members and directors with practical insights into intellectual property (IP) management and its role in driving business success while minimizing risks.

About the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD): The Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD) is Canada’s leading organization dedicated to advancing the highest standards of corporate governance. Through education, certification, and thought leadership, ICD equips directors with the knowledge and tools needed to strengthen board performance and organizational success. 

 

Upcoming Webinars:

 

Intellectual Property- Key Insights for Board Members: A 2 part workshop series

A two-part virtual workshop specifically for directors and boards of innovative startups looking to maximize the potential of their IP and patents. Together, these sessions offer a comprehensive exploration of strategic management of IP to attract investor interest, actionable steps to monetize patents successfully, and how to prepare IP strategy for export. Expect actionable insights to help businesses drive growth and deliver stronger returns for both companies and investors.

Part 1: Showcasing IP Strategy to Investors

      • Date: January 14, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM NDT
      • Details: Presented to the ICD Newfoundland and Labrador, Maritimes Chapter. Gain insights into creating and presenting an IP strategy that enhances investor appeal. Topics include preparing IP strategy for export, managing public disclosures, and prioritizing international protections.

Part 2: Successful Patent Monetization

      • Date: February 11, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM NDT
      • Details: Presented to the ICD Newfoundland and Labrador, Maritimes Chapter. Discover strategies to transform patents into high-value assets. Topics include licensing, selling, and avoiding common pitfalls in patent monetization, presented by award-winning IP strategy experts.

Intellectual Property – What the Board Needs to Know

      • Date: January 16, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST

      • Details: Presented by Natalie Giroux for the ICD Ottawa Chapter, this session will provide practical advice on managing patents, trade secrets, and agreements. Directors will explore strategies for assessing the strength of a company’s IP strategy and mitigating IP-related risks, including trademarks and trade secrets.

 

Additional Details

Why Attend: These webinars and workshops are an essential resource for board members of innovative companies. Attendees will gain actionable strategies to:

    • Strengthen the value of their company portfolios.

    • Make informed decisions about IP management and monetization.

    • Enhance organizational growth while minimizing risks.

Registration Details:  All sessions are open to ICD members and their guests. For more information and to register, visit the ICD event calendar.

 

Meet Your Presenters:

 

 

Natalie Giroux

President,

Stratford Intellectual Property

 

 

 

 

 

Natalie founded Stratford Intellectual Property as part of Stratford Group in 2009. Since then, it has developed into a full-service patent and trademark agency, supplementing the offerings of traditional IP agencies and acting as a strategic advisor to design comprehensive IP strategies, covering all types of IP, that are tailored toward achieving the business objectives.

Natalie has helped innovators and companies with portfolios of all sizes find a strategy that not only maximizes their investment in IP but uses it to meet the end business goal.

 

 

 

Jordan Pynn

Vice President,

Stratford Intellectual Property

 

 

 

 

 

Jordan specializes in IP operations and M&A due diligence. He has overseen the IP component of several M&A and fundraising transactions valued between $10M-500M, helping clients secure exits or funding from companies like Nokia, Alibaba, and Fortress Investment Group.

His clients include start-ups, universities, research institutions, entrepreneurs and multinational corporations. Jordan counsels clients about showcasing their IP in the best light for potential investors and acquirers.