Safeguard Your Innovation: IP Protection for Global Success
Learn to identify, protect, and leverage your intellectual property assets in the international market. Your ideas are gold – know how to guard and leverage them for global success!
What you’ll learn:
- Common IP pitfalls faced by exporters
- Create an IP Asset List to value your business and unlock growth opportunities
- Demonstrations of clearance checks to ensure your IP rights are protected globally
- Examples of key commercial terms to have in place to ensure ownership of your IP
- A guide to the steps needed to record or register ownership of your IP in New Zealand and overseas
Key benefits to your business or workplace:
- Get answers to your questions from seasoned IP protection lawyers
- Shield your big ideas from copycats – protect now, save headache later
- Get the inside scoop that only IP lawyers have
- Upskill your team, be in the know of IP protection changes
- Avoid costly legal disputes through proactive IP management
Reserve Your Spot Today
We understand that things come up in business. Simply fill out the form below to secure your place and if your circumstances change let us know.
Who Should Attend?
Our workshop is designed to provide exporters with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate Intellectual Property.
Learn practical tips and strategies to identify, protect, and leverage your intellectual property assets in the international market.
This workshop is ideal for owner operated exporters, international market managers, contract negotiators, trade compliance officers, and anyone involved in international trade operations.
Workshop Details:
Type: In-person
Date: 17 October 2024
Time: 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM (1/2 Day Workshop)
Location: Wellington, Business Central Office
Workshop Fee: Early Bird (till 24 September): $362.50 / per person
Member $450 / per person
Non-member pricing $550 / per person
Class Size: Limited to 12 spots
Learn From Top Facilitators
Expert Facilitator
Rachel Triplow
Rachel is a specialist intellectual property lawyer, with over twenty years of experience helping clients with their trade mark, copyright and design needs.
Her experience includes founding a boutique IP firm operating in Australasia, leading the IPONZ trade marks team as Assistant Commissioner of Trade Marks, and inhouse and private practice experience in leading firms in New Zealand and the United Kingdom.
Expert Facilitator
Katy Stove
Katy is a Special Counsel at Duncan Cotterill, and leads the firm’s trade mark and design practice.
She works on all contentious and non-contentious IP and marketing law issues, helping clients to:
- Identify and protect their IP rights
- Strategize risk associated with launching new products, brands, labels and advertisements
- Commercialise, purchase and transfer IP rights
- Enforce and defend their IP rights
IP Lawyers
Duncan Cotterill
Every day, Duncan Cotterill’s 135+ lawyers help enterprising companies and individuals to navigate their legal issues so that they can achieve their goals. As a full-service law firm with 5 offices nationwide, we’re guaranteed to have the expertise you need easily within reach.
Everything that we do is built upon the firm’s values: authenticity, excellence, enterprising and he tāngata.
Ensure Your IP is Export-Ready!
Take advantage of early bird pricing by registering before the 24 September 2024.
Registration Form
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our workshop. If you have any other inquiries, feel free to contact us.
Is this workshop suitable for beginners?
While the workshop is designed for those with some prior exporting experience, those who are considering exporting are welcome to join. The content will cover more intermediate topics.
What's included in the workshop fee?
The workshop fee includes direct face time with experts, resources, a workbook, tea, coffee, light lunch. Now you know the facilitations we encourage you reach out for further support from our experts.
What's your cancellation policy?
We understand that plans can change and things happen in business so please get in contact if you no longer are able to make it or would like to cancel. You can cancel up to a week prior to the workshop date.
Are there any prerequisites for attending?
Yes, attendees should have some prior experience in exporting. This will help you get the most out of the workshop content.
What should I bring to the workshop?
Please bring a notepad, pen, and any specific questions you might have. All other materials will be provided.
Will there be networking opportunities?
Yes, there will be plenty of opportunities to network with other participants and our experts during the tea and coffee breaks, over lunch and after the workshop.
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
You can contact us at [email protected] or call 04 496 6555 for any questions or additional information.
Reason for time and format of the workshop?
We’ve heard from exporters that an in-person workshop is best. It allows space for interactive sessions, deep group discussions, and practical real-world exercises. We deliver a comprehensive learning experience and ensure maximum value for attendees. Our workshop timing of 11:30 am – 3:30 pm accommodates those traveling from outside Wellington CBD, allowing participants to send emails in the morning, attend the workshop, and return home while avoiding peak traffic or flights.
Is there a limit to the number of participants?
Yes, to ensure a high-quality learning experience, we limit the workshop to 12 participants. This allows for personalised attention for our exporters in the room and a more engaging environment with our facilitators.
Next Steps After Registering
Once you submit your registration form successfully, you will receive a confirmation email within 24 hours from ExportNZ. This email will include details about the workshop, what to expect, and how to prepare.
Our team will be in contact within 3-5 business days with further workshop details and payment instructions. If you have any questions in the meantime, please don’t hesitate to contact Samson, [email protected] or call 04 496 6555. We’re here to help you every step of the way.
Questions regarding the workshop?
Address
ExportNZ
Level 13, NTT Tower
157 Lambton Quay, Wellington 6011