Description

If you’re an entrepreneur, start-up or small business owner, it’s important to understand how to protect yourself using intellectual property rights. In this session, we’ll be joined by experts from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and a successful inventor and entrepreneur who will break down the basics of patents and trademarks.

In this webinar, we’ll discuss the federal trademark registration process, the importance of trademarking goods and services and how patents can protect innovative ideas.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the different types of intellectual property
• Learn the federal trademark registration process
• Practical application of trademarks and patents in the business world
• Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.

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Presenter

Brian Fried
Inventor, Speaker, Coach, Author, Radio and TV Host, and founder of the National Inventor Club
Brian Fried is known as "The Inventor Coach," an inventor, 3x author, expert speaker and host on innovation and invention.

Dave Gooder
Commissioner for Trademarks at the United States Patent and Trademark Office
David S. Gooder is the Commissioner for Trademarks at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Vaishali Udupa
Commissioner for Patents at the United States Patent and Trademark Office
Vaishali Udupa is the Commissioner for Patents at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). As Commissioner for Patents, Ms. Udupa manages and leads the Patents organization as its chief operating officer.