Mar 12 Meeting: Financing or Insuring Intellectual Property Enforcement/Defense

Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. LES Boston Chapter Meeting DATE & TIME Tuesday, March 12, 2013 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM TITLE Financing or Insuring Intellectual Property Enforcement/Defense DESCRIPTION Surveys over the last decade have established median costs of patent litigation as $1.5 million through discovery and $2.5 million through trial and appeal for cases in which $1-25 million were at risk.  How can a small- or middle-market company afford to enforce its patent rights?  If it can’t, why would others respect their patents?  And how would they defend against assertion by others? In the high-margin industries served by members of LES, the problem is endemic. We expect at this meeting to exchange ideas on this theme and otherwise network around brief presentations of solutions: Stephen Y. Chow, Esq., of Burns & Levinson LLP, a high-tech patent practitioner, litigator and transactional lawyer, will present a current matrix of options (including administrative and investor-backed) and supply written materials with additional detail. Garen P. Suzan of Trilogy Insurance Group, Inc., will reprise portions of a very-well attended LES webinar on “Intellectual Property Risk Management,” outlining available insurance options for both enforcing and defending against enforcement of intellectual property. There will be an explanation of the tasks, costs and general strategies of litigation that will help in business planning. LOCATION Burns & Levinson Conference Center, 8th Floor 125 Summer Street (one block from South Station) Boston, Massachusetts Click here for for online registration and meeting information You are receiving this message because we believe you may be interested in the events and activities of the Licensing Executives Society. Our mailing address is: Licensing Executives Society 1800 Diagonal Road Suite 280 Alexandria, VA 22314 Copyright (C) 2012 Licensing Executives Society All rights reserved.

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Final Agenda Just Released - LES Spring Mtg, 5/14-16, Seattle

Don't Miss the Most Innovative Event to Hit the West Coast this Year The LES Spring Meeting, to held on May 14-16, in Seattle, is your chance to network with executives from the most innovative start-ups, technology leaders, and research institutions in the region and around the world. You'll learn from and engage with a cross-section of industry leaders from world-renowned organizations including 343i, Adobe, Gates Foundation, Boeing, HP, HTC, Microsoft, Nike, PhaseBio, Seattle Genetics, Starbucks, T-Mobile, Tuxera, WMS Gaming - just to name a few!     Your Opportunity to Connect with World-Renowned Leaders Keynote: Hello Kitty as a Global Licensing & Marketing Phenomenon Ray Hatoyama Vice Chairman, Sanrio Featured Luncheon: IP Perspectives from a Northwest Angel Investor Brian Arbogast Board Member & Angel Investor, Northwest Energy Angels, Senior Advisor, Boston Consulting Group Solving the World’s Imminent Problems with Innovative Science Erik Iverson Infectious Disease Research Institute   Maja Larson Allen Institute for Brain Science   Chris Rivera WBBA   Dick Wilder Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Secondary Patent Market — Trends and Practices Michele Baumgartner-Bonanno IBM   John Goldstone Weyerhaeuser   Matt Penarczyk Microsoft   Jeremy Salesin Intellectual Ventures   View additional sessions, descriptions and speakers at www.LESspring.org		Sign Up Now to Save $200 Did You Know? Washington is home to more than 160 biopharma, 250 medical tech cos, 36 non-profit research institutes, and thousands of high tech cos, including 9 of Fortune’s top 50 most admired US companies. Invite Your Spouse or Friend! Now you can bring an accompanying person to join you in Seattle and at the LES Spring Meeting with no registration fee! Learn more. Earn CLE, CLP & CPE Credits As a service to meeting attendees, LES provides CLE, CLP, and CPE credits for the Spring Meeting. Learn more. Book Your Hotel by 4/22 LES has reserved a limited block of discounted rooms at the W Seattle. Reserve by 4/22 for the best rates. Download Brochure
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LES Boston Chapter Survey: Participate Before March 1!

Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Greetings! As a reminder, the LES Boston Chapter needs your help in making 2013 a productive and informative year.  If you've already participated in the survey, many thanks for your time and feedback. For those who have yet to respond, there's still time to share your thoughts with us!  Please help us out by filling out the short survey via the attached link. The survey will close on Friday, March 1. We hope you have some time to share your feedback with us before then.  Thank you in advance for taking time to share your needs and thoughts for building a strong Boston Chapter program for the year!   Click here to start the survey. Sincerely, Stephen Chow Co-Chair, LES Boston Chapter  Brad Kullberg Co-Chair, LES Boston Chapter You are receiving this message because we believe you may be interested in the events and activities of the Licensing Executives Society (USA and Canada), Inc. Our mailing address is: Licensing Executives Society 1800 Diagonal Road Suite 280 Alexandria, VA 22314 Copyright (C) 2010 Licensing Executives Society All rights reserved.

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LES 2013 Annual Meeting Call for Proposals Extended to 3/1

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Dear Seth,     We've extended the Workshop proposal submission deadline for the Licensing Executives Society (USA & Canada), Inc. Annual Meeting to Friday, March 1. Don't miss your chance to speak at the Meeting! Please visit the LES 2013 Annual Meeting proposal submission site to submit your proposal.   Successful workshop proposals will be consistent with the Annual Meeting theme, "IP Matters in Every Deal." The full set of proposal guidelines and submission and review criteria can be found on the LES 2013 Annual Meeting website.   Strong preference will be given to workshops addressing: Current trends and hot topics in Licensing; Strategies and tools to effectively develop, manage and commercialize an IP portfolio; Deal Considerations and examples of licensing deals that follow the theme of "IP Matters in Every Deal"; and Technology and industry issues related to LES sectors (High Tech, Life Sciences, CEEM, IUGI, and Consumer Products). To ensure a meaningful and rewarding experience for all attendees, successful workshop proposals will not only be topical but will include diverse perspectives and meaningful dialogue. We encourage you to include presenters and panelists from diverse professional settings, e.g., private industry, both large and small; government, and academia; and, as appropriate, representing diverse perspectives, e.g., licensing, business development, legal, regulatory, etc.  We also encourage you to promote meaningful dialogue throughout the session by allowing the audience to contribute to the conversation. While we recognize that some workshops might well be structured as traditional presentation-style sessions (e.g., with a PowerPoint), preferential consideration will be given to proposals for workshops that include diverse perspectives and involve an interactive format permitting active and engaged audience participation.    Additionally, the 2013 Annual Meeting schedule and format includes fewer workshops than prior years' meetings with the expectation that the content will be of the highest caliber, and the audience will be greater in number, thereby ensuring a more worthy shared experience for all participants. Plan for a larger audience than previous years' meetings!   Online proposals can be submitted at: http://www.lesusacanada.org/meetings/annual-meeting/2013-annual-meeting/2013-annual-meeting-proposals/ The deadline for submission is March 1, 2013.   The LES 2013 Annual Meeting will take place September 22-25 in Philadelphia and is the premiere IP, licensing, and technology business development event of the year - featuring 3 ½ days of high-quality educational sessions, and ample networking opportunities.   We encourage all who wish to share their knowledge and expertise to visit our guidelines and submit a proposal. Thank you for your contribution to the LES 2013 Annual Meeting.   Best regards,   Chris Lewis 2013 Annual Meeting Workshop Co-Chair Scott Williams 2013 Annual Meeting Workshop Co-Chair

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Mar 12 Meeting: Financing or Insuring Intellectual Property Enforcement/Defense

Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. LES Boston Chapter Meeting DATE & TIME Tuesday, March 12, 2013 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM TITLE Financing or Insuring Intellectual Property Enforcement/Defense DESCRIPTION Surveys over the last decade have established median costs of patent litigation as $1.5 million through discovery and $2.5 million through trial and appeal for cases in which $1-25 million were at risk.  How can a small- or middle-market company afford to enforce its patent rights?  If it can’t, why would others respect their patents?  And how would they defend against assertion by others? In the high-margin industries served by members of LES, the problem is endemic. We expect at this meeting to exchange ideas on this theme and otherwise network around brief presentations of solutions: Stephen Y. Chow, Esq., of Burns & Levinson LLP, a high-tech patent practitioner, litigator and transactional lawyer, will present a current matrix of options (including administrative and investor-backed) and supply written materials with additional detail. Garen P. Suzan of Trilogy Insurance Group, Inc., will reprise portions of a very-well attended LES webinar on “Intellectual Property Risk Management,” outlining available insurance options for both enforcing and defending against enforcement of intellectual property. There will be an explanation of the tasks, costs and general strategies of litigation that will help in business planning. LOCATION Burns & Levinson Conference Center, 8th Floor 125 Summer Street (one block from South Station) Boston, Massachusetts Click here for for online registration and meeting information You are receiving this message because we believe you may be interested in the events and activities of the Licensing Executives Society. Our mailing address is: Licensing Executives Society 1800 Diagonal Road Suite 280 Alexandria, VA 22314 Copyright (C) 2012 Licensing Executives Society All rights reserved.

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Sponsor LES & Connect With All the Right People

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Dear Seth, We recently announced the availability of our 2013 Sponsorship Opportunities and have many new exciting options to share with you! You asked for it — and we listened. You can now sponsor the Spring and Annual Meetings at a Gold, Silver, or Bronze Level, or you can sponsor specific events including Receptions, Lunches, Breakfast, Breaks, and Sector Events. And wait. That's not all. This year you can also sponsor new items such as the Wireless Internet, Registration Bags, Meeting App, and Hotel Keycards. Nowhere else can you reach such an engaged group of cross-industry IP, licensing, and business development professionals. Regardless of your organization's size and budget, we can offer a sponsorship package that will meet and exceed your marketing objectives for 2013. As the LES Sponsorship Trustee, I'll ensure that you get the most out of your experience. Thanks for your generous support, and we hope you'll join us in 2013! Best regards, Gary Fedorochko Trustee, Sponsorship LES (USA & Canada)

"LES sponsorship has become a regular activity for ktMINE. Through our sponsorship, ktMINE has been able to reach our target audience and build relationships that we otherwise could not do alone. The LES team partners with us to ensure our goals are met, our company is promoted, and our experience is positive." David R. Jarczyk President & CEO ktMINE

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LES Boston Chapter Survey

Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Greetings! The Boston Chapter of LES would like to ask for your help in making 2013 a productive and informative year.  Our local membership comes from academia, corporations, start-ups, research laboratories, service professionals and other entities. It's a great mix for networking and sharing experiences. Our goal is to make the chapter relevant and sustainable to expand our membership. We have a variety of industry sectors and professional backgrounds represented in our area. To ensure we're bringing you quality programming and networking opportunities at the local level we need your input as we structure our program for the 2013 calendar year.  Please help us out by filling out the short survey via the attached link. The survey will close on Friday, March 1. We hope you have some time to share your feedback with us before then.  Thank you in advance for taking time to share your needs and thoughts for building a strong Boston Chapter program for the year!   Click here to start the survey. Sincerely, Stephen Chow Co-Chair, LES Boston Chapter  Brad Kullberg Co-Chair, LES Boston Chapter You are receiving this message because we believe you may be interested in the events and activities of the Licensing Executives Society (USA and Canada), Inc. Our mailing address is: Licensing Executives Society 1800 Diagonal Road Suite 280 Alexandria, VA 22314 Copyright (C) 2010 Licensing Executives Society All rights reserved.

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