Dublin IP R&D Summit 2024 | Cosmonauts Ltd. | 3 September 2024 | The Convention Centre Dublin, Spencer Dock, N Wall Quay, North Dock, Dublin 1, D01 T1W6, Ireland

Explore the intersection of IP, R&D, copyright, and technological advancement for business growth and resilience. Gain actionable insights, forge vital connections, and explore the latest trends, fostering a collaborative environment that will shape the future of intellectual property and innovation in Ireland and beyond.

In an era marked by rapid technological evolution, this conference serves as a pivotal platform for navigating the intricate landscape of IP and ensuring that attendees are equipped to thrive in the ever-changing realms of business and technology.

The event is designed to unite professionals from across R&D, copyright and innovation, providing necessary knowledge to navigate complex and ever-changing legal landscapes, to discover strategies to leverage IP, to create partnerships that accelerate innovation and to understand how to protect and commercialise their ideas.

Why Attend:
• Advance your expertise
Hear industry leaders explore the intersection of IP, R&D, and technological advancement for business growth and resilience. Learn from the brightest minds through presentations, interactive thought leadership panel discussions, and case studies showcasing practical applications of technology.
• Make lasting connections with your peers
Become an integral part of a dynamic community that is driving innovation in Ireland and around the world. The connections and partnerships you make here will serve you in the years to come!
• Discover market-leading tech solutions
Gain insights into the latest trends, innovations, and technologies shaping the IP and R&D industries. Explore promising new technological solutions that are changing the way you work and protect your work.

Who Attends:
• C-Suite business decision makers and directors
• Start-ups and entrepreneurs
• Innovation and R&D leaders
• IP and legal professionals
• Government Entities
• Copyright stakeholders
• Technology accelerators

2024 Speakers

CHAIR:

JOE DOYLE
IP Manager, Enterprise Ireland

SPEAKERS:

Leo Clancy
CEO, Enterprise Ireland

Michael McMahon
Strategy Consultant, DSA Economics

Fergal Clarke
Director, Patent Licensing, Lenovo

Richie Paul
VP & Head of Intellectual Property, Alkermes Pharma Ireland

Sergey Kinchin
Manager Legal, Tech, Innovation & Global IP, ICON plc

Dr. Nikos Minas, PhD
Global IP Counsel, Wesco

Sanaea Daruwalla
Chief Legal & People Officer, Zyte

Brian Connolly
Director, Responsible AI - Regulatory & Compliance Europe Lead, Accenture

Paul Ahern
Managing Director, Longitude Licensing

Ralf Duckeck
Vice President Intellectual Property, ebm-papst Group

John McEvoy
SVP, Chief Legal Officer, Poolbeg Pharma Plc

Skirmanta Balsevičienė
Senior IP Legal Counsel, Vinted

Philippe Brodeur
CEO, Overcast HQ Limited

Anthony Tennyson
CEO, Awakn Life Sciences

David Goodfellow
Vice President, Chief IP Counsel, Aptiv

Eoin McManus
General Counsel, Klas

Mike Scannell
Director, IP- Digital Systems, Resmed

Sharada F. Devarasetty
Head of Patents - Biopharmaceuticals, Sandoz

Heli Pihlajamaa
Principal Director for Patent Law and Procedures, EPO

Mary White
Irish and EU Trade Mark Attorney, Stobbs

Aušra Diliautaitė
Head, Business Projects Management, Nord Security

Sean McDonagh
Trade Mark Director, HGF

Pat Fitzgerald
CEO, Beotanics Ltd.

Michelle Tierney
Co-Founder and CSO, SymPhysis Medical Ltd.

Ruth Mackey
Founder, CSO, Mbryonics Ltd.

Naoise Gaffney
General Counsel | ByoWave, European Patent Attorney

Donal O'Sullivan
CEO, Nutribio

Rena Maycock
CEO, Chirp Ltd.

Aidan Finn
CEO, Binarii Labs

Inge Buffolo
Director Business Development, EUIPO- European Union Intellectual Property Office

Sarah Carroll Kelly
Owner, Design & Maker, Shock of Grey Jewellery

Nancy Rowe
Global Head of Trademarks, Bausch + Lomb

Claire Fritz
Head of IP & Innovation at Eurice GmbH | Coordinator European at European IP Helpdesk

Michele Dubbini
Senior IP Expert and Head of Training, European IP Helpdesk

Craig Thomson
Partner & Patent Attorney, HGF

Pascal van Troost
Global Intellectual Property Director, Gates

Triona Walshe
Senior Director, Supervisory IP Counsel, Bausch + Lomb

Linda Hegarty
Founder & CXO, Slick+

2024 Sponsors

WORKSHOP SPONSORS:
• European IP Helpdesk
• Enterprise Europe Network

PUBLIC SECTOR SPONSORS:
• PRV
• An Oifig um Chosaint Idirnaisiunta
• Eu Ipo
• Europaisches Patentamt

SPONSORS:
• Longitude
• PatentRenewal.com
• PatWorld
• Stobbs
• Sunip
• Digip