Using IP to Grow Your Business
Fri, Oct 24
|Metro Region Innovation Hub
A panel discussion with local experts on intellectual property, starting companies, licensing university research, and entrepreneurship.
Time & Location
Oct 24, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Metro Region Innovation Hub, 2130 SW 5th Ave, Portland, OR 97201, USA
About the event
Using Intellectual Property to Grow Your Business
Local experts will share invaluable insights into the world of innovation and business creation. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned small business owner, a university researcher with a revolutionary discovery, or a student charting your career path, this panel is for you!
Our speakers will delve into topics critical for any startup or university researcher,, offering firsthand accounts and advice on:
Intellectual Property (IP): Learn how to protect your brilliant ideas, from patents and copyrights to trademarks, and understand their strategic importance in the marketplace.
Starting Companies: Gain practical guidance on launching and scaling a successful business, navigating the challenges and seizing opportunities.
Licensing University Research: Discover the pathways for translating academic breakthroughs into commercial products and services, fostering collaboration between academia and industry.