WIPR Summit 2026 – Join Us in Chicago

Overview

We’re attending WIPR Summit 2026 on March 10–11 in Chicago, where global IP leaders, in-house counsel, and licensing strategists will convene to examine the forces reshaping intellectual property strategy. Attendees will gain insights and actionable ideas to strengthen their IP approaches in a shifting landscape.
 
This year’s discussions reflect a clear shift: IP is no longer a supporting legal function—it is a commercial, financial, and strategic lever influencing enterprise value, risk management, and innovation velocity.
 
If you are navigating AI integration, global filing strategy, trade secret exposure, licensing expansion, or valuation complexity, we invite you to join us in this important conversation.

Topics We’re Looking Forward to Discussing

AI, Agentic Systems & IP Risk

From generative AI in patent drafting to agentic AI governance, the regulatory and operational implications are accelerating. We’re keen to exchange views on:

  • Protecting portfolios in AI-native workflows
  • Managing exposure from AI-assisted drafting
  • Preparing for cross-jurisdictional regulatory shifts

 

Trade Secrets & Intangible Asset Governance

As collaboration models become more global and digital, safeguarding proprietary knowledge requires stronger structural alignment. Let’s discuss how to:

  • Design holistic trade secret strategies
  • Reduce workforce-related exposure
  • Align protection mechanisms with commercialization goals

 

Portfolio Optimization & Global Filing Strategy

Geopolitical volatility, cost pressures, and new commercialization corridors demand more dynamic filing frameworks.
We’re interested in conversations around:

  • Cost-balanced jurisdiction selection
  • Portfolio pruning methodologies
  • Data-driven filing decisions

 

IP Valuation, Financing & Monetization

Intangible assets increasingly support financing, licensing, and M&A positioning.
Let’s explore:

  • Valuation benchmarks
  • Licensing into new markets
  • Monetization structures that mitigate dispute risk

Experts from Evalueserve IP and R&D

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Kimberly Coleman

Client Director, US region

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Aaron Colquitt

Solution Architect

Let’s Connect

If you are attending and would like to discuss:

  • IP monetization strategy
  • Trade secret governance
  • AI risk mitigation in IP operations
  • Portfolio benchmarking and optimization
  • Licensing expansion into new markets

We would welcome the opportunity to connect in Chicago.

Feel free to reach out to schedule a meeting during the event.

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