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February 2017
16
Patent Brown Bag "Lunch and Learn" San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
17
[Postponed] Fabrication and Innovation Series: IP Strategy is a Business Strategy San Diego, CA US
4:00 p.m. PT
17
Intellectual Property Q & A Session San Diego, CA US
4:00 p.m. PT
21
PPAC Executive Session
3:00 p.m. ET
22
Patents and Trademarks: Why Search? Detroit, MI US
1:30 p.m. ET
22
Patents and Trademarks: Why Search? Detroit, MI US
1:30 p.m. ET
24
Utah IP Summit Salt Lake City, UT US
7:30 a.m. MT
28
Fort Collins Startup Week Fort Collins, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
March 2017
1
PPAC Executive Session
12:00 p.m. ET
1
Meet the Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
2
Women's Entrepreneurship Symposium Pittsburgh, US
8:30 a.m. ET
2
PPAC Quarterly Meeting Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
2
Introduction to Intellectual Property and Midwest USPTO Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
3
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
4
All About STEM Detroit, MI US
11:00 a.m. ET
4
Intellectual Property Series for Beginners - The Patent Process Denver, CO US
9:00 a.m. MT
14
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) San Jose, CA US
8:30 a.m. PT
14
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
14
Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
14
Patent Quality Efforts Through the Office of Patent Training San Jose, CA US
2:00 p.m. PT
15
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) San Jose, CA US
8:30 a.m. PT
15
Patent Wednesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
15
Meet the Patent Experts: Class 3 Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
16
Biotechnology/Chemical/Pharmaceutical Customer Partnership- March 16, 2017 Alexandria, VA US
10:00 a.m. ET
16
IP Day in Montana Missoula, MT US
8:30 a.m. MT
16
Inventor Info Chat - Webinar , US
11:00 a.m. ET
16
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) San Jose, CA US
8:30 a.m. PT
16
[Rescheduled]Patent Quality Chat Webinar - Simulcast San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
16
Patent Quality Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
1:00 p.m. ET
16
Patent Brown Bag "Lunch and Learn" San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
21
Hands-on Patent Search Worskhop San Jose, CA US
1:00 p.m. PT
23
Rio Grande Valley IP Workshop - Brownsville Session Brownsville, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
23
Working with Patents and Trademarks Indianapolis, IN US
12:30 p.m. ET
23
Professional Responsibility and Practice Boulder, CO US
12:00 p.m. MT
23
Launch of Arizona Public Patent Program Tucson, AZ US
4:00 p.m. MT
24
Rio Grande Valley IP Workshop - McAllen Session McAllen, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
25
A Day in the Life of a Patent Examiner San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
25
How to Make Money with Your Invention San Jose, CA US
1:30 p.m. PT
28
Design Patent Brown Bag "Lunch and Learn" San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
April 2017
1
IP Patch Workshop: Brownie Girl Scouts Detroit, MI US
10:00 a.m. ET
5
Meet the Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
6
Introduction to Intellectual Property and Midwest USPTO Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
6
Social Science: Play. Tinker. Make. Saint Paul, MN US
6:00 p.m. CT
7
Trademark Basics: What Every Small Business Should Know Now, Not Later San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
7
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
8
62nd Colorado Science and Engineering Fair Fort Collins, CO US
9:00 a.m. MT
8
Expanding Your Horizons Fort Collins, CO US
9:00 a.m. MT
11
Patent Quality Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
11
Patent Quality Chat Webinar - Simulcast San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
11
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
11
Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
12
Disruptors vs. Predators: Leveraging Federal Resources to Mitigate Your Risk San Jose, CA US
1:00 p.m. PT
17
UNT College of Law Interest Fair Dallas, TX US
11:45 a.m. CT
18
Consumer Messaging in Connection with Online Transactions Involving Copyrighted Works Alexandria, VA US
1:00 p.m. ET
19
The Intersection of the PTO and the Courts 2017 Detroit, MI US
9:00 a.m. ET
19
Patent Wednesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
19
IP You Should Know Before You Expo - Webinar San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
19
Meet the Patent Experts: Class 4 Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
19
PIPLA Annual Meeting/Awards Dinner Pittsburgh, PA US
6:00 p.m. ET
19
Celebrating Colorado's Startups: World Intellectual Property Day Denver, CO US
5:30 p.m. MT
20
Inventor Info Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
11:00 a.m. ET
20
Patent Brown Bag "Lunch and Learn" San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
21
The New Era of Trade Secret Law: The DTSA and other Developments St. Paul, MN US
8:30 a.m. ET
21
AIPLA Trademark Roundtable Denver, CO US
8:00 a.m. MT
21
Law School Clinic Open House Dallas, TX US
10:00 a.m. CT
21
Earth Day Texas / World IP Day Dallas Dallas, TX US
10:00 a.m. CT
22
Earth Day Texas / World IP Day Dallas Dallas, TX US
10:00 a.m. CT
22
Charles H. Wright Musem of African American History: Night at the Museum Detroit, MI US
4:00 p.m. ET
23
Earth Day Texas / World IP Day Dallas Dallas, TX US
10:00 a.m. CT
24
Observe a Live Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) Hearing San Jose, CA US
3:00 p.m. PT
24
Panel Discussion: Jobs and Externships in Trademarks at the USPTO San Jose, CA US
4:00 p.m. PT
25
2017 Design Day - Detroit Live Stream Detroit, MI US
8:15 a.m. ET
25
2017 Design Day - Dallas Live Stream Dallas, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
25
2017 Design Day - Denver Live Stream Denver, CO US
8:30 a.m. MT
25
2017 Design Day - Silicon Valley Live Stream San Jose, CA US
7:30 a.m. PT
25
PTAB Bar Association Inaugural Regional Event Denver, CO US
1:30 p.m. MT
25
World IP Day 2017 - Silicon Valley San Jose, CA US
5:00 p.m. PT
26
FIRST Championship St. Louis, MO US
11:00 a.m. CT
26
World IP Day 2017 — Capitol Hill Washington, DC US
4:00 p.m. ET
26
World IP Day - Houston Houston, TX US
4:00 p.m. CT
26
World IP Day 2017 - Chicago Chicago, IL US
5:00 p.m. CT
27
Dream Big Eads Eads, CO US
9:00 a.m. MT
27
FIRST Championship St. Louis, MO US
10:00 a.m. CT
27
Hands-on Patent Search Workshop San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
27
Georgia Lawyers for the Arts Recognition Event Atlanta, GA US
5:30 p.m. ET
28
FIRST Championship St. Louis, MO US
10:00 a.m. CT
29
STEAM Fest 2017 Longmont, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
30
STEAM Fest 2017 Longmont, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
May 2017
2
Lone Star Strategies for IP in China Dallas, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
2
Advisory Hours at The Commons on Champa Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
3
PPAC Executive Session
9:00 a.m. ET
3
A Celebration of Intellectual Property Driving Business in Arkansas Fayetteville, AR US
9:00 a.m. CT
3
Meet the Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
3
World IP Day - Austin Austin, TX US
4:00 p.m. CT
4
PPAC Quarterly Meeting Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
4
TPAC Executive Sessions
10:30 a.m. ET
4
Introduction to Intellectual Property and Midwest USPTO Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
4
Mandarin Introduction to Intellectual Property Houston, TX US
1:00 p.m. CT
4
2017 AIPLA Women in IP Global Networking Event Denver, CO US
5:00 p.m. MT
4
2017 Induction to National Inventors Hall of Fame Washington, DC US
7:00 p.m. ET
5
TPAC Quarterly Meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
5
Lone Star Strategies for IP in China Houston, TX US
8:30 a.m. CT
5
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
6
Make Something Saturdays Dearborn, MI US
10:00 a.m. ET
8
Developments in Trade Secret Protection — Public Symposium (Dallas Live Stream) Dallas, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
8
Developments in Trade Secret Protection—Public Symposium (Detroit Live Stream) Detroit, MI US
9:00 a.m. ET
8
Developments in Trade Secret Protection — Public Symposium (Denver Live Stream) Denver, CO US
9:00 a.m. MT
8
Developments in Trade Secret Protection--Public Symposium (Delayed Webcast Viewing) San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
9
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Denver, CO US
8:00 a.m. MT
9
Patent Quality Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
9
Patent Quality Chat Webinar - Simulcast San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
9
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
9
Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
9
LSU Inventorship Showcase Baton Rouge, LA US
5:30 p.m. CT
10
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Denver, CO US
8:00 a.m. MT
11
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Denver, CO US
8:00 a.m. MT
11
Update on Patent Quality Metrics and Current Quality Programs San Jose, CA US
3:00 p.m. PT
12
Colorado Bar Association IP Section USPTO Discussion Ft. Collins, CO US
11:00 a.m. MT
13
World IP Day - Nashville Nashville, TX US
10:00 a.m. CT
15
Bootstrapping 101: Taking advantage of (almost) free resources Boulder, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
15
IP 101 for Entrepreneurs: Protecting Your Innovations and Your Business Boulder, CO US
3:00 p.m. MT
16
World Trade Day 2017 Denver, CO US
8:00 a.m. MT
16
eMod Information Session Virtual and
, US
1:00 p.m. ET
17
Alabama Digital Government Summit Montgomery, AL US
8:00 a.m. CT
17
Boulder Startup Week Community Office Hours
9:00 a.m. MT
17
Patent Wednesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
17
Meet the Patent Experts: Class 1 Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
17
Government and Engineering Livonia, MI US
5:30 p.m. ET
17
San Diego Intellectual Property Series 2017 Kickoff: IP Strategy is a Business Strategy San Diego, CA US
5:00 p.m. PT
18
Albany, NY PTRC Public Training Program Albany , NY US
9:30 a.m. ET
18
Starting the Patent and Trademark Process at University of Nebraska at Lincoln Lincoln, NE US
8:30 a.m. CT
18
ChIPs - Austin's Foodie Focus Austin, TX US
10:00 a.m. CT
18
Inventor Info Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
11:00 a.m. ET
18
RMRO Community Day Denver, CO US
11:00 a.m. MT
18
Federal Circuit Bar Association Webcast on Patent Pro Bono
1:00 p.m. ET
18
Patent Brown Bag "Lunch and Learn" San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
18
AIPLA Special Committee on Pro Bono Presentation and Reception San Diego, CA US
3:30 p.m. ET
19
UNT Open Access Symposium Frisco, TX US
9:00 a.m. CT
20
All Day Patent Seminar Wichita, KS US
9:00 a.m. ET
20
Military Invention Day Washington, DC, US
10:00 a.m. ET
20
Patent Seminar at Wichita State University Wichita, KS US
9:00 a.m. CT
23
Palo Alto Business Development Summit Palo Alto, CA US
11:00 a.m. PT
23
Hands-on Patent Search Workshop San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
23
Design Patent Brown Bag "Lunch and Learn" San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
24
Trademark Basics: What Every Small Business Should Know Now, Not Later Arlington, VA US
6:00 p.m. ET
26
Startup Weekend Denver | IoT 3.0 and Smart Cities Denver, CO US
6:00 p.m. MT
27
Startup Weekend Denver | IoT 3.0 and Smart Cities Denver, CO US
6:00 p.m. MT
28
Startup Weekend Denver | IoT 3.0 and Smart Cities Denver, CO US
6:00 p.m. MT
31
New York, NY PTRC Public Training Program New York, NY US
9:15 a.m. ET
31
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Day Denver , CO US
4:00 p.m. MT
June 2017
1
Rocky Mountain Intellectual Property & Technology Law Institute Westminster, CO US
8:45 a.m. MT
1
Intellectual Property Basics and Midwest USPTO Tour Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
1
USPTO Additive Manufacturing Partnership Meeting Alexandria, VA US
1:00 p.m. ET
1
Meet the Patent Experts (in Spanish) Dallas, TX US
12:00 p.m. CT
1
Smithtown, NY PTRC Public Training Program Smithtown, NY US
1:30 p.m. ET
2
Rocky Mountain Intellectual Property & Technology Law Institute Westminster, CO US
8:45 a.m. MT
2
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
3
How to Protect Your Invention San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
8
International and Domestic Trademark Practice Before the USPTO San Jose, CA US
8:30 a.m. PT
13
Patent Quality Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
13
Patent Quality Chat Webinar - Simulcast San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
13
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
13
Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
14
Empowering Innovation: Overview of the Patent Process with USPTO Regional Director Dr. Christal Sheppard Madison, WI US
1:00 p.m. CT
14
Madison Women In IP Madison, WI US
4:30 p.m. ET
15
Inventor Info Chat - Webinar Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
15
Patent Brown Bag "Lunch and Learn" San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
16
International Trademark Association Roundtable Dallas, TX US
11:00 a.m. CT
20
Updates on the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) from WIPO San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
20
Hands-on Patent Search Workshop San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
21
Introduction to Intellectual Property Waterford, MI US
9:00 a.m. ET
21
Patent Wednesday Presents: Comments on the Origins and History of Patent Law Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
22
SBOT and DBA IP Sections PTO Day Dallas, TX US
12:00 p.m. CT
22
Patent and Trademark Protection for your Business Virtual and
Indianapolis, IN US
2:30 p.m. ET
22
Patent and Trademark Protection for Your Business Indianapolis, IN US
2:30 p.m. CT
28
Patent Pro Bono Florida - Startup Speakeasy Event Coral Gables, FL US
5:30 p.m. ET
29
Texas Rural Challenge Waco, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
29
2017 Patent Trial and Appeal Board Judicial Conference Alexandria, VA US
1:00 p.m. ET
29
2017 Patent Trial and Appeal Board Judicial Conference - Webcast Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
July 2017
6
Introduction to Intellectual Property and Midwest USPTO Tour Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
7
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
10
China Intellectual Property Road Show: Detroit - Sold Out Detroit, MI US
8:15 a.m. ET
11
Live Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
11
Patent Quality Chat Webinar - Simulcast San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
11
Patent Quality Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
11
Score IP Program for Small Business and Entrepreneurs Dallas, TX US
1:00 p.m. CT
11
Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
12
China Intellectual Property Road Show: Grand Rapids Grand Rapids, MI US
8:30 a.m. ET
12
DoD Technology Transfer Training Workshop Virtual and
Austin, TX US
1:00 p.m. CT
12
PPAC Executive Session
2:00 p.m. ET
12
Regional Event by PTAB Bar Association San Jose, CA US
1:30 p.m. PT
13
Technology Center 2600 Customer Partnership Meeting Alexandria, VA US
8:30 a.m. ET
13
Technology Center 2600 Customer Partnership Meeting Dallas, TX US
9:15 a.m. CT
13
Technology Center 2600 Customer Partnership: Join Us to Learn More About USPTO and TC2600 Practices and Policies Denver, CO US
9:30 a.m. MT
13
Technology Center 2600 Customer Partnership Meeting San Jose, CA US
8:30 a.m. PT
14
12th Annual Door County Intellectual Property Academy Sturgeon Bay, WI US
9:00 a.m. ET
14
Past, Present, and Future: Celebrating 5 Years of the Elijah J. McCoy Midwest Regional USPTO Detroit, MI US
2:00 p.m. ET
15
Finding the Right Funding San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
17
SBIR Road Tour - Minneapolis Minneapolis, MN US
8:00 a.m. CT
17
Voluntary Initiatives to Combat Infringement of IP in Online Environment Dallas, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
17
TPAC Executive Session
10:00 a.m. ET
17
Washington Pro Bono Patent Network Announcement Seattle, WA US
5:00 p.m. ET
18
SBIR Road Tour - Madison Madison, WI US
8:00 a.m. CT
18
Patent Brown Bag "Lunch and Learn" San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
18
Design Patent Brown Bag "Lunch and Learn" San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
19
SBIR Road Tour - Ypsilanti Ypsilanti, MI US
8:00 a.m. ET
19
Patent Wednesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
20
SBIR Road Tour - Cleveland Cleveland, OH US
8:00 a.m. ET
20
SBOT Adavanced Patent Litigation Horseshoe Bay, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
20
Inventor Info Chat - Webinar Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
20
Intro to Patent Searching Ann Arbor, MI US
1:00 p.m. ET
21
SBIR Road Tour - Lexington Lexington, KY US
8:00 a.m. ET
21
SBOT Adavanced Patent Litigation Horseshoe Bay, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
25
Hands-on Patent Search Workshop San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
26
Fraudulent Solicitations to Trademark Owners - Simulcast San Jose, CA US
11:00 a.m. PT
26
Roundtable to Fraudulent Solicitations Dallas, TX US
1:00 p.m. CT
26
Trademark Fraudulent Solicitations Roundtable Interactive Webcast Denver, CO US
12:00 p.m. MT
26
Fraudulent Solicitations to Trademark Owners - Simulcast Virtual and
Detroit, MI US
2:00 p.m. ET
27
TPAC Executive Session
10:30 a.m. ET
27
TPAC Executive Session
2:30 p.m. ET
28
TPAC Quarterly Meeting Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
August 2017
1
Advisory Hours at The Commons on Champa Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
2
PPAC Executive Session
9:00 a.m. ET
2
The Bicoastal Biotechnology, Chemical and Pharmaceutical (BCBCP) Partnership Meeting San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
2
Meet the Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
2
San Diego Intellectual Property Series 2017: Trademark Basics San Diego, CA US
5:30 p.m. PT
3
PPAC Quarterly Meeting Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
3
Introduction to Intellectual Property and Midwest USPTO Tour Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
4
Intellectual Property Series for Beginners - Introduction to Intellectual Property Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
4
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
8
Patent Quality Chat - Webcast San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
8
Patent Quality Chat Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
8
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
8
Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
9
Little Rock, AR PTRC Public Training Program Little Rock, AR US
8:00 a.m. CT
9
#USPTOChat - Trademarks: Avoiding Common Mistakes Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
11
Invention-Con 2017: The Importance of Intellectual Property and Entrepreneurship Alexandria, VA US
8:00 a.m. ET
11
Invention-Con 2017 Alexandria, VA US
8:00 a.m. ET
12
Invention-Con 2017: The Importance of Intellectual Property and Entrepreneurship Alexandria, VA US
8:00 a.m. ET
12
Invention-Con 2017 Alexandria, VA US
8:00 a.m. ET
16
U.S. Customs and Border Protection - Trade Day 2017 Detroit, MI US
9:00 a.m. ET
16
Patent Wednesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
16
Meet the Patent Experts: Class Two Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
17
Inventor Info Chat Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
17
RESCHEDULED: Patent Brown Bag "Lunch and Learn" San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
18
Intellectual Property Series for Beginners - Patent Application Contents and Search Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
22
TC2800 Semiconductor Customer Partnership Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
22
Hands-on Patent Search Workshop San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
22
Federal Government Resources Denver, CO US
2:00 p.m. MT
24
Utah Solutions Summit Salt Lake City, UT US
7:30 a.m. MT
24
Patent Application Filing Basics and EFS-Web San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
28
Leveraging Intellectual Property for Business Success - Frisco Frisco, CO US
9:00 a.m. MT
29
Anti-Counterfeiting and The Global Marketplace Dallas, TX US
8:30 a.m. CT
29
Leveraging Intellectual Property for Business Success - Grand Junction Grand Junction, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
30
Clemson, SC PTRC Public Training Program Clemson, US
8:00 a.m. ET
30
Leveraging Intellectual Property for Business Success- Montrose Montrose, CO US
9:00 a.m. MT
31
Leveraging Intellectual Property for Business Success - Gunnison Gunnison, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
31
PTAB Boardside Chat - Webcast Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
12:00 p.m. ET
31
Leveraging Intellectual Property for Business Success - Buena Vista Buena Vista, CO US
4:00 p.m. MT
September 2017
1
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
5
Advisory Hours at The Commons on Champa Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
6
Third Annual Cybersecurity Partnership Meeting Colorado Springs, CO US
8:00 a.m. MT
6
Meet the Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
6
Cyber Oriented Companies Panel Colorado Springs, CO US
1:00 p.m. HT
7
Author U Extravaganza Aurora, CO US
7:15 a.m. MT
7
Intellectual Property Basics and Midwest Regional Office Tour Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
7
Launch IP Fort Wayne Virtual and
Fort Wayne, IN US
5:30 p.m. ET
7
LaunchIP: Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN US
5:30 p.m. CT
7
Spanish Language Intellectual Property Seminar at Mi Casa Denver, CO US
5:30 p.m. MT
8
Intellectual Property Series for Beginners: Application Filing/Management using EFS-Web and PAIR Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. ET
12
Jackson, MS PTRC Public Training Program- CANCELLED
9:00 a.m. CT
12
Patent Quality Chat Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
12
Patent Quality Chat - Webcast San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
12
Special Boardside Chat with Chief Judge Ruschke celebrating PTAB's Fifth Anniversary Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
12
Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
13
2017 PPAC Annual Report Discussion Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
15
5th Annual Michigan Inventors Expo East Lansing, MI US
2:00 p.m. ET
18
Jamestown Regional Entrepreneur Center Event Jamestown, ND US
5:00 p.m. CT
19
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Detroit, MI US
8:30 a.m. ET
19
The Importance of Patents and Intellectual Property as Part of a Business Strategy Grand Forks, ND US
1:00 p.m. CT
20
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Detroit, MI US
8:30 a.m. ET
20
Patent Series Part 1 - Patent Process Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
20
2017 Business Methods Partnership Meeting - Webcast San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
20
2017 Business Methods Partnership Meeting Alexandria, VA US
1:00 p.m. ET
20
2017 Business Methods Partnership Meeting - Webcast Detroit, MI US
1:00 p.m. ET
20
2017 Business Methods Partnership Meeting - Webcast Denver, CO US
11:00 a.m. MT
20
Meet the Patent Experts: Class Three Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
20
Patent It! Panel Discussion Fargo, ND US
2:15 p.m. CT
21
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Detroit, MI US
8:30 a.m. ET
21
Inventor Info Chat Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
21
We’re Hiring! Silicon Valley USPTO Patent Examiner Info Session and Open House San Jose, CA US
9:30 a.m. PT
21
Design Patent Brown Bag "Lunch and Learn" San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
22
Automotive Design Day Denver, CO US
11:00 a.m. MT
23
IP for Apps: From Conception to Creation Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
25
TTAB public meeting: streamlined grounds for abandonment, non-use cancellation proceedings Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
1:00 p.m. ET
25
Denver Startup Week - Intellectual Property is a Business Decision Denver , CO US
12:00 p.m. MT
26
17th Annual Great Lakes Women's Business Conference Novi, MI US
5:30 a.m. ET
26
Lansing Regional Seminar Virtual and
Lansing, MI US
8:30 a.m. ET
26
Hands-on Patent Search Workshop San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
26
From Start to Exit: Why Licensing Partnerships Enhance the Chance for Success Denver, CO US
2:00 p.m. MT
27
USPTO Commissioner for Trademarks at the Ann Arbor PTRC Ann Arbor, MI US
10:00 a.m. ET
27
Protecting Your Trade Secrets San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
27
PTAB TTAB Stadium Tour University of Minnesota Law School Minneapolis, MN US
12:30 p.m. CT
27
CANCELED: IP and App Development: A K-12 Resource Program San Jose, CA US
6:00 p.m. PT
28
Midwest IP Institute Minneapolis, MN US
9:30 a.m. CT
28
Patent Application Filing Basics San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
28
Past event: application workshop Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
October 2017
3
Intellectual Property Protection in China—Recent Developments and Challenges for Colorado Businesses Denver, CO US
8:00 a.m. MT
3
Washington Pro Bono Network Launch Seattle, WA US
12:00 p.m. PT
4
Licensing vs. New Venture San Jose, CA US
6:00 p.m. PT
4
Launch of Idaho Patent Pro Bono Program Boise, ID US
6:00 p.m. PT
5
Intellectual Property Protection in China—Recent Developments and Challenges for Utah Businesses Salt Lake City, UT US
8:00 a.m. MT
5
Intellectual Property Basics and Midwest Regional Office Tour Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
6
Third Annual PatentsView Workshop: Engaging User Communities Alexandria, VA US
8:30 a.m. ET
6
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
10
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
10
Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
10
Information Session for Patent Examiner Hiring Virtual and
Denver, CO US
4:00 p.m. MT
11
USPTO Update at the Nebraska State Bar Association Meeting LaVista, NE US
9:30 a.m. CT
12
Patent Quality Chat Virtual and
, US
11:00 a.m. ET
12
Patent Quality Chat - Webcast San Jose, CA US
8:00 a.m. PT
12
We’re Hiring! Patent Examiner Information Session - Webcast Virtual
12:00 p.m. PT
14
Denver Maker Faire Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
15
Denver Maker Faire Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
18
At the Crossroads of America: Strategies for IP in China—What Indiana Rights Holders Need to Know Now Indianapolis, IN US
8:00 a.m. CT
18
Roundtable on Intellectual Property and Trade Shows Denver, CO US
7:00 a.m. MT
18
Patent Series Part 2 - Types of Patent Applications and How to File Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
18
Roundtable on Intellectual Property and Trade Shows - Webcast San Jose, CA US
10:15 a.m. PT
18
Meet the Patent Experts: Class 4 Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
18
Meet the Patent Experts: Class 4 Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
18
Legal Clinic for Creatives Miami, FL US
5:30 p.m. ET
19
International and Domestic Trademark Practice Before the USPTO Denver, CO US
8:30 a.m. MT
19
Inventor Info Chat: Patents Overview in Spanish - Webcast San Jose, CA US
8:00 a.m. PT
19
Inventor Info Chat - Webinar Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
19
Patent Brown Bag "Lunch and Learn" San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
20
IP Protection in China - What Companies in the "Heart of America" Need to Know Now Chicago, IL US
8:30 a.m. CT
21
2017 Inventors Conference - Torrington, WY Torrington, WY US
7:30 a.m. MT
21
IP Strategy is a Business Strategy Honolulu, HI US
9:00 a.m. HT
23
Patent History: Comments on the Origins and History of Patent Law Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
24
EMU Michigan Drone Conference Ypsilanti, MI US
8:30 a.m. ET
24
“Chat with the Chief” Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
24
Multiple AIA Petitions Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
24
Hands-on Patent Search Workshop San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
24
Intellectual Property (IP) Seminar Series Atlanta30332, GA US
5:00 p.m. ET
25
Founders Floor Startup Workshop: IP Strategy, Patents, and Trademarks San Jose, CA US
6:00 p.m. PT
26
Patent Application Filing Basics San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
29
Graphene Innovation Summit and Expo Nashville, TN US
12:30 p.m. CT
30
Graphene Innovation Summit and Expo Nashville, TN US
12:30 p.m. CT
31
TPAC Quarterly Meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
31
Graphene Innovation Summit and Expo Nashville, TN US
12:30 p.m. CT
November 2017
1
Meet the Trademark Experts: Techweek Dallas Edition Dallas, TX US
1:00 p.m. CT
2
University of Texas Law School Advanced Patent Law Institute Austin, TX US
7:30 a.m. CT
2
SBDC Women's Small Business Conference Loveland, CO US
7:30 a.m. MT
2
Intellectual Property Basics and Midwest Regional Office Tour Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
3
University of Texas Law School Advanced Patent Law Institute Austin, TX US
7:30 a.m. CT
3
2017 Collegiate Inventors Competition® Expo and Awards Alexandria, VA US
11:00 a.m. ET
3
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
5
IP Law & Management Institute hosted by the International Performance Management Institute (IPMI) Austin, TX US
8:30 a.m. CT
6
IP Law & Management Institute hosted by the International Performance Management Institute (IPMI) Austin, TX US
8:30 a.m. CT
6
Biotechnology, Chemical and Pharmaceutical Partnership (BCP) Meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
10:00 a.m. ET
7
IP Law & Management Institute hosted by the International Performance Management Institute (IPMI) Austin, TX US
8:30 a.m. CT
8
IP Fundamentals for Startups and SMEs: Optimize Protection and Grow Corporate Value San Jose, CA US
10:30 a.m. PT
8
Inventors Night at MiSci Detroit, MI US
5:00 p.m. ET
9
PPAC Quarterly Meeting Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
11
STEAM-a-Palooza III: Empowered by Innovation Aurora, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
13
Center for American and International Law (CAIL) Intellectual Property Law Conference Plano, TX US
7:15 a.m. CT
13
China IP Road Show: What Oregon Companies Need to Know Portland, OR US
8:00 a.m. PT
14
Center for American and International Law (CAIL) Intellectual Property Law Conference Plano, TX US
7:15 a.m. CT
14
Transition Expo 2017 Fort Smith, AR US
7:30 a.m. CT
14
2017 IP Statistics for Decision Makers Conference Mexico City , MX
9:00 a.m. CT
14
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Denver, CO US
8:00 a.m. MT
14
China IP Road Show: What Silicon Valley Companies Need to Know San Jose, CA US
8:00 a.m. PT
14
Patent Quality Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
14
Patent Quality Chat - Webcast San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
14
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
14
Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
15
2017 IP Statistics for Decision Makers Conference Mexico City , MX
9:00 a.m. CT
15
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Denver, CO US
8:00 a.m. MT
15
Boise, ID PTRC Public Training Program Boise, ID US
8:30 a.m. MT
15
Patent Series Part 3 - Patent Searching Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
15
Patents and Trademarks 101 Bellevue, WA US
12:00 p.m. PT
16
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Denver, CO US
8:00 a.m. MT
16
Inventor Info Chat - Webinar Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
16
Inventor Info Chat: Free Legal Services for Inventors - Webcast San Jose, CA US
8:00 a.m. PT
16
China IP Road Show: What Washington Companies Need to Know Seattle, WA US
8:15 a.m. PT
16
Design Patent Brown Bag "Lunch and Learn" San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
17
Part I: IP for Beginners Series - Overview of Utility Patents, Design Patents, Trade Secrets, Copyrights, and Trademarks Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
28
Hands-on Patent Search Workshop San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
29
Finding the Right Funding - Part 2 San Jose, CA US
6:00 p.m. PT
30
Patent Application Filing Basics San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
December 2017
1
The Trajectory of Innovation: How USPTO Regional Offices Have Impacted the Patent Process Dallas, TX US
11:30 a.m. CT
1
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
2
Girl Scouts Intellectual Property Patch Program Denver, CO US
9:00 a.m. MT
5
SpaceCom: Space Commerce Conference and Exposition Houston, TX US
7:00 a.m. CT
5
Reno, NV PTRC Public Training Program Reno, NV US
8:30 a.m. PT
5
Soaring High with Business Financial Literacy
1:00 p.m. ET
5
IP Attachés: How This USPTO Resource Can Help You Navigate IP Issues Abroad Dallas, TX US
1:00 p.m. CT
5
Spanish Language Intellectual Property Seminar San Jose, CA US
6:00 p.m. PT
6
SpaceCom: Space Commerce Conference and Exposition Houston, TX US
7:00 a.m. CT
6
Colorado Emerging Medical Devices Meetup Denver, CO US
6:00 p.m. MT
7
SpaceCom: Space Commerce Conference and Exposition Houston, TX US
7:00 a.m. CT
7
Introduction to Intellectual Property and Midwest Regional Office Tour Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
7
Start-Up Right: FTC's Basics for Small Businesses San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
7
Best practices for presenting prior art and proving a document is a printed publication Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
7
PTAB Boardside Chat December 7, 2017 at Noon
12:00 p.m. ET
8
Part II: IP for Beginners Series - Tips and Tricks for Patent Searching: “The 7-Step Search Process” Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
9
Boulder Computer Science Education Week Boulder, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
12
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
12
Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
13
IP Attaché roundtable Washington, DC US
12:00 p.m. ET
14
Hands-on Patent Search Workshop San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
14
Fashionably IP Denver, CO US
4:00 p.m. MT
15
Part III: IP for Beginners Series - How to File: Patent Electronic Application Filing and Management Systems Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
19
"Chat with the Chief" on Current Happenings at the Board Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
19
Patent Application Filing Basics San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
January 2018
3
Meet the Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
4
Intellectual Property Basics and Midwest Regional Office Tour Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
5
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
9
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Dallas, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
9
Patent Quality Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
9
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
9
Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
10
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Dallas, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
11
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Dallas, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
11
David K. Winder Intellectual Property Inn of Court Meeting Salt Lake City, UT US
5:30 p.m. MT
15
Open City: Put Your Mark On It Detroit, MI US
6:00 p.m. ET
17
Technology Center 2600 Customer Partnership Meeting Alexandria, VA US
8:30 a.m. ET
17
Technology Center 2600 Customer Partnership Meeting - Webcast Detroit, MI US
8:30 a.m. ET
17
Technology Center 2600 Customer Partnership Meeting Webcast Dallas, TX US
7:30 a.m. CT
17
Technology Center 2600 Customer Partnership Meeting - Webcast Denver, CO US
8:30 a.m. MT
17
Technology Center 2600 Customer Partnership Meeting - Webcast San Jose, CA US
8:00 a.m. PT
17
Patent Series Part 1 - Patent Process Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
17
Meet the Patent Experts: Class 2 Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
17
New year, new neighbors: USPTO open house Alexandria, VA US
4:00 p.m. ET
18
State Bar of Texas Pro Bono Tour – El Paso El Paso, TX US
8:30 a.m. CT
18
Inventor Info Chat - Webinar Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
18
Inventor Info Chat: Overview of the Patent Examination Process - Webcast San Jose, CA US
8:00 a.m. PT
18
Introduction to Patents San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
18
Inventors Association of Metropolitan Detroit Meeting Southfield, MI US
6:30 p.m. ET
20
Brownie Imagination Pioneer Intellectual Property Workshop Detroit, MI US
10:00 a.m. ET
22
Navigating the International IP Landscape with the USPTO Steamboat Springs, CO US
4:30 p.m. MT
23
Hands-on Patent Search Workshop San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
23
Leveraging Intellectual Property for Business Success - Steamboat Springs Steamboat Springs, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
23
Bill J. Priest Small Business Innovation Center IP Program Dallas, TX US
6:00 p.m. CT
24
Disruptors vs. Predators: Leveraging Federal Resources to Mitigate Your Risk Pasadena, CA US
1:00 p.m. PT
25
Developing the Digital Marketplace for Copyrighted Works (Second Public Meeting) Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
25
Developing the Digital Marketplace for Copyrighted Works (Second Public Meeting) - Simulcast Virtual and
Detroit, MI US
9:00 a.m. ET
25
Developing the Digital Marketplace for Copyrighted Works (Second Public Meeting) – Denver Webcast Denver, CO US
7:00 a.m. MT
25
Developing the Digital Marketplace for Copyrighted Works (Second Public Meeting) - Webcast Virtual and
San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
25
South East Michigan Entrepenuers Association Lunch and Learn Southfield, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
25
The Supreme Court and Patent Reform Denver, CO US
2:00 p.m. MT
27
University of Scouting Madison Heights, MI US
8:30 a.m. ET
30
Quarterly Regional Trademark Tuesday Program Denver, CO US
11:30 a.m. MT
30
National Association of Patent Practitioners - Rocky Mountain Chapter Monthly Meeting Louisville, CO US
7:00 p.m. MT
February 2018
1
PPAC Quarterly Meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
1
11th Annual Texas STEM Conference Galveston, TX US
9:00 a.m. CT
1
Introduction to Intellectual Property and Midwest Regional Office Tour Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
1
Design Patent Appeals Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
1
PTAB Boardside Chat February 1, 2018 at Noon
12:00 p.m. ET
2
11th Annual Texas STEM Conference Galveston, TX US
9:00 a.m. CT
2
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
3
11th Annual Texas STEM Conference Galveston, TX US
9:00 a.m. CT
6
Office Hours at Commons on Champa Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
6
Meet the USPTO Kalamazoo, MI US
3:00 p.m. ET
7
AIPLA Patent Prosecution Bootcamp Denver, CO US
7:30 a.m. MT
7
State Bar of Texas Intellectual Property Law Course Houston, TX US
12:00 p.m. CT
7
Embracing Smart Technology to Grow Your Business
1:00 p.m. ET
7
Meet the Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
8
AIPLA Patent Prosecution Bootcamp Denver, CO US
7:30 a.m. MT
8
Empowering Innovation with the USPTO Chicago, IL US
10:00 a.m. CT
8
State Bar of Texas Intellectual Property Law Course Houston, TX US
12:00 p.m. CT
9
TPAC Quarterly Meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
9
AIPLA Patent Prosecution Bootcamp Denver, CO US
7:30 a.m. MT
9
State Bar of Texas Intellectual Property Law Course Houston, TX US
12:00 p.m. CT
9
University of Houston Law Center Government and Public Interest Table Talk (GPITT) Houston, TX US
12:00 p.m. CT
9
Chicago Regional Seminar Chicago, IL US
1:00 p.m. CT
9
Copyright Basics and Considerations for Entrepreneurs San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
10
Saul Lefkowitz Moot Court Competition Chicago, IL US
8:00 a.m. CT
10
International Trademark Association Saul Lefkowitz Moot Court Competition – Southwest Regional Oral Arguments Dallas, TX US
9:00 a.m. CT
12
Empowering Innovation: Intellectual Property Basics and USPTO Resources Roscommon, MI US
5:00 p.m. ET
13
Patent Quality Chat - Webcast San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
13
Patent Quality Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
13
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
13
Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
15
Inventor Info Chat: Claim Drafting - Webcast San Jose, CA US
8:00 a.m. PT
15
Inventor Info Chat - Webinar Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
15
Introduction to Design Patents San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
16
Patriot Boot Camp San Antonio, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
16
USICOC Annual Women's Conference Dallas , TX US
11:00 a.m. CT
16
Start-Up Nation Comes to Silicon Valley San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
16
Wyoming SBDC Small Business Roundtable: Leveraging IP for Business Success Laramie, WY US
6:00 p.m. ET
17
Patriot Boot Camp San Antonio, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
18
Patriot Boot Camp San Antonio, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
20
Wayne County Small Business Resource Forum Detroit, MI US
5:00 p.m. ET
21
GRO-Biz Conference and Idea Expo Rock Springs, WY US
8:00 a.m. MT
21
Patent Series Part 2 - Types of Patent Applications and How to File Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
21
Meet the Patent Experts: Class 3 Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
21
An Evening With Steve Sasson Virtual and
Tampa, FL US
6:00 p.m. ET
21
Denver Womens Entrepreneurs Resources Fair Denver, CO US
5:00 p.m. MT
22
Winter showcase small business seminar Falls Church, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
22
GRO-Biz Conference and Idea Expo Rock Springs, WY US
8:00 a.m. MT
22
National Medal of Technology and Innovation Informational Webinar 2018 Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
22
Leverging Intellectual Property for Business Success Ogden , UT US
12:00 p.m. MT
22
Patent Application Filing Basics San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
23
Part I: IP for Beginners Series - Overview of Utility Patents, Design Patents, Trade Secrets, Copyrights, and Trademarks Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
23
Utah Bar Association Annual Intellectual Property Summit Salt Lake City, UT US
3:00 p.m. MT
23
Startup Weekend Tuscaloosa for Entrepreneurs Tuscaloosa, AL US
5:30 p.m. CT
24
3rd Annual International Patent Drafting Competition Detroit, MI US
8:30 a.m. ET
24
Startup Weekend Tuscaloosa for Entrepreneurs Tuscaloosa, AL US
5:30 p.m. CT
25
Startup Weekend Tuscaloosa for Entrepreneurs Tuscaloosa, AL US
5:30 p.m. CT
26
Fort Collins Startup Week Fort Collins, CO US
7:00 a.m. MT
27
Fort Collins Startup Week Fort Collins, CO US
7:00 a.m. MT
27
Hands-on Patent Search Workshop San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
28
Fort Collins Startup Week Fort Collins, CO US
7:00 a.m. MT
28
PTAB/TTAB Stadium Tour at Tulane Law School New Orleans, LA US
10:00 a.m. CT
March 2018
1
Fort Collins Startup Week Fort Collins, CO US
7:00 a.m. MT
1
Intellectual Property Basics and Midwest Regional Office Tour Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
1
Colorado School of Mines Information Session Golden, CO US
5:30 p.m. MT
2
Fort Collins Startup Week Fort Collins, CO US
7:00 a.m. MT
2
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
3
Rocky Mountain STEAM Fest Longmont, CO US
8:00 a.m. MT
3
The Big Muddy Mini Maker Faire St. Joseph, MO US
10:00 a.m. CT
3
GSSEM FIRST Robotics Expo Troy, MI US
11:30 a.m. ET
4
Rocky Mountain STEAM Fest Longmont, CO US
8:00 a.m. MT
4
Girls and Science Denver, CO US
9:00 a.m. MT
6
Anti-Counterfeiting and the Global Marketplace: How to Protect and Enforce IP while Expanding Trade Denver, CO US
8:00 a.m. MT
6
From High Tops to High Tech: The IP of Basketball Dallas, TX US
12:00 p.m. CT
6
Empowering Innovation: How to Protect Your Ideas Toledo, OH US
6:00 p.m. ET
7
Meet the Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
7
USPTO Initiatives and Pro Bono Opportunities Akron, OH US
2:00 p.m. ET
7
Nuts and Bolts of Licensing San Jose, CA US
6:00 p.m. PT
8
Rocky Mountain Cyberspace Symposium Colorado Springs, CO US
9:00 a.m. MT
8
Akron Inventor's Club Akron, OH US
6:00 p.m. ET
10
Junior and Cadet Intellectual Property Patch Workshop Detroit, MI US
10:00 a.m. ET
11
South by Southwest (SXSW) Conference: IP to IPO Panel Austin, TX US
3:30 p.m. CT
11
New Patent Design Unveiling Austin, TX US
4:30 p.m. CT
13
Protect Your Intellectual Property When Going Global Petaluma, CA US
7:00 a.m. PT
13
Patent Quality Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
13
Patent Quality Chat - Webcast San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
13
New PTAB Studies in AIA Proceedings: Expanded Panels and Trial Outcomes for Orange Book Listed Patents Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
13
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
13
Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
14
Presentation at the Rotary Club of Aurora Aurora, CO US
12:00 p.m. MT
15
Inventor Info Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
11:00 a.m. ET
15
Inventor Info Chat: Common Mistakes and Support After Filing - Webcast San Jose, CA US
8:00 a.m. PT
15
2018 Business Methods Partnership Meeting Alexandria, VA US
1:00 p.m. ET
15
2018 Business Methods Partnership Meeting - Webcast San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
15
Technology Center 3600 Business Methods Partnership Meeting Dallas , TX US
12:00 p.m. CT
15
2018 Business Methods Partnership Meeting Denver, CO US
11:00 a.m. MT
15
Introduction to Patents San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
16
State Bar of Texas (SBOT) Women in the Law Program Dallas, TX US
7:30 a.m. CT
19
Michigan Invention Convention Dearborn, MI US
10:00 a.m. ET
20
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Detroit, MI US
8:00 a.m. ET
20
5th Annual Women's Business Forum Southfield, MI US
11:00 a.m. ET
20
TC 1700 Partnership Meeting Alexandria, VA US
12:00 p.m. ET
20
TC 1700 Partnership Meeting - Webcast Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
20
TC 1700 Partnership Meeting - Webcast San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
20
Women on the Rise: A Leadership Dialogue Alexandria, VA US
4:00 p.m. ET
21
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Detroit, MI US
8:00 a.m. ET
21
Women's Entrepreneurship Symposium Cincinnati, OH US
8:30 a.m. ET
21
Patent Series Part 3 - Patent Searching Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
21
Meet the Patent Experts: Class 4 Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
21
Denver Fashion Week Designer Day Denver, CO US
6:00 p.m. MT
22
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Detroit, MI US
8:00 a.m. ET
22
Biotechnology, Chemical and Pharmaceutical Customer Partnership (BCP) Meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
10:00 a.m. ET
22
Patent Application Filing Basics San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
22
Conozca a los Expertos en Patentes (Meet the Patent Experts: Spanish Language Edition) Dallas, TX US
4:00 p.m. CT
23
Digital Millennium Copyright Act at 20 Symposium Fort Worth, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
23
Denver March Powwow Denver, CO US
8:00 a.m. MT
23
Part III: IP for Beginners Series - Tips and Tricks for Patent Searching: “The 7-Step Search Process” Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
24
Digital Millennium Copyright Act at 20 Symposium Fort Worth, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
24
Denver March Powwow Denver, CO US
8:00 a.m. MT
25
Denver March Powwow Denver, CO US
8:00 a.m. MT
27
Hands-on Patent Search Workshop San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
28
Eastern Idaho Intellectual Property and Inventors Conference Idaho Falls, ID US
8:15 a.m. MT
April 2018
4
Meet the Trademark Experts: Dallas Startup Week Edition Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
4
Meet the Patent Experts: Class One (Dallas Startup Week Edition) Dallas, TX US
2:00 p.m. CT
5
Federal Small Business Procurement and Technology Plus Expo Washington, DC US
9:00 a.m. ET
5
Intellectual Property Basics Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
5
Petitionable Matters, Objectionable Matters, and New Grounds of Rejections in Ex Parte Appeals Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
5
Chicago-Kent Patent Hub Awards Chicago, IL US
5:00 p.m. CT
5
An Evening With Vint Cerf Virtual and
Washington, DC US
6:00 p.m. ET
6
Northwestern Journal of Technology and Intellectual Property Symposium Chicago, IL US
9:30 a.m. CT
6
Part IV: IP for Beginners Series - How to File: Patent Electronic Application Filing and Management Systems Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
6
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
7
2018 STEM Day Extravaganza San Antonio, TX US
9:00 a.m. CT
10
Patent Quality Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
10
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
10
Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
11
Brown Bag for Law Clerks Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
12
USPTO Provides Information on Obtaining Free Legal Assistance at Cleveland Public Library Cleveland, OH US
2:00 p.m. ET
13
3rd Annual Inventors and Entrepreneurs Workshop Socorro, NM US
10:30 a.m. MT
14
All About STEM! Detroit, MI US
11:00 a.m. ET
14
3rd Annual Inventors and Entrepreneurs Workshop Socorro, NM US
10:30 a.m. MT
16
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Road Tour: Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN US
8:00 a.m. ET
16
Leveraging Intellectual Property for Success — Omaha, NE Omaha, NE US
2:00 p.m. CT
17
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Road Tour: Huntsville Huntsville, AL US
8:00 a.m. CT
17
Understanding Utility Model Patents in China - Webinar Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
17
Intellectual Property for Law Students: Past, Present & Future Lincoln, NE US
12:00 p.m. CT
17
World IP Day Event - Intellectual Property for Exporters Honolulu, HI US
8:45 a.m. HT
18
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Road Tour: Little Rock Little Rock, AR US
8:00 a.m. CT
18
Patent Series Part 1 - Patent Process Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
18
Leveraging Intellectual Property for Success — Hays, KS Hays, KS US
1:30 p.m. CT
18
World IP Day Event - Intellectual Property: Protecting Your Inventiveness Milpitas, CA US
7:00 p.m. PT
19
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Road Tour: Jackson Jackson, MS US
7:15 a.m. CT
19
28th Annual Government Procurement Conference Washington, DC US
9:00 a.m. ET
19
Inventor Info Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
11:00 a.m. ET
19
Inventor Info Chat: Understanding the ADS - Webcast San Jose, CA US
8:00 a.m. PT
19
World IP Day: Houston Houston, TX US
11:00 a.m. CT
19
Introduction to Design Patents San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
20
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Road Tour: Baton Rouge Baton Rouge, LA US
8:00 a.m. CT
20
World IP Day - STEM Event with Dallas ISD Dallas, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
20
EARTHx 2018 Dallas, TX US
10:00 a.m. CT
20
FIRST LEGO Championship Women in STEM Panel and Workshop Houston, TX US
11:00 a.m. CT
21
2018 Tech Savvy Gaylord Gaylord, MI US
8:30 a.m. ET
21
EARTHx 2018 Dallas, TX US
10:00 a.m. CT
21
World IP Day Event - K-12 Innovation Expo San Jose, CA US
11:00 a.m. PT
22
EARTHx 2018 Dallas, TX US
10:00 a.m. CT
23
World IP Day: Dallas Dallas, TX US
6:00 p.m. CT
24
Assisting U.S. Rights Holders and Protecting their IP in China Detroit, MI US
2:00 p.m. ET
24
Hands-on Patent Search Workshop San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
25
Design Day 2018 - Alexandria, VA Alexandria, VA US
8:00 a.m. ET
25
Design Day 2018 - Detroit Webcast Detroit, MI US
8:30 a.m. ET
25
12th Annual Design Day at the Texas Regional Office Dallas, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
25
FIRST Championship Detroit, MI US
10:00 a.m. ET
25
Design Day 2018 - Denver Program & Webcast Denver, CO US
9:00 a.m. MT
25
Design Day 2018 - Silicon Valley Webcast San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
25
World IP Day: Bentonville Bentonville, AR US
4:00 p.m. CT
25
Rescheduled: Branding and Trademarking Your Product San Jose, CA US
6:00 p.m. PT
26
World IP Day Michigan: Protecting Your Brand Globally East Lansing, MI US
8:30 a.m. ET
26
FIRST Championship Detroit, MI US
10:00 a.m. ET
26
Fort Belvoir Technology Plus & Small Biz Procurement Expo Fort Belvoir, VA US
10:00 a.m. ET
26
Patent Application Filing Basics San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
26
World IP Day 2018 - Capitol Hill Washington, DC US
4:00 p.m. ET
26
Powering Change: Women in Innovation and Creativity Chicago, IL US
5:00 p.m. CT
26
State Bar of Texas Asian Pacific Interest Section Annual Conference Austin, TX US
6:00 p.m. CT
26
World Intellectual Property Day Event and Reception Denver, CO US
5:00 p.m. MT
27
FIRST Championship Detroit, MI US
10:00 a.m. ET
27
Part I: IP for Beginners Series - Overview of Utility Patents, Design Patents, Trade Secrets, Copyrights, and Trademarks Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
27
World IP Day: Austin Austin, TX US
11:30 a.m. CT
27
State Bar of Texas Asian Pacific Interest Section Annual Conference Austin, TX US
6:00 p.m. CT
30
National Craft Brewer's Conference and BrewExpo America Nashville, TN US
8:00 a.m. CT
30
Strategies for IP Protection in China: What Tennessee Rights Holders Need to Know Nashville, TN US
8:15 a.m. CT
30
SAS Guidance for AIA Trial Proceedings After Supreme Court Decision Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
30
World IP Day Event - Patent Application Filing Basics San Diego, CA US
6:30 p.m. PT
May 2018
1
Volunteer Lawyers Breakfast of Champions Birmingham, AL US
7:30 a.m. ET
1
National Craft Brewer's Conference and BrewExpo America Nashville, TN US
8:00 a.m. CT
2
Forum for Small Business Inventors and Entrepreneurs Cullowhee, NC US
8:00 a.m. ET
2
USPTO Technology Centers 3600 and 3700 Customer Partnership Meeting Alexandria, VA US
8:30 a.m. ET
2
National Craft Brewer's Conference and BrewExpo America Nashville, TN US
8:00 a.m. CT
2
TXRO IP Roadshow in Collaboration with Oklahoma State PTRC Tulsa, OK US
9:00 a.m. CT
2
Lunch and Learn with SCORE Nashville Nashville, TN, TN US
11:00 a.m. CT
2
Meet the Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
2
CANCELED: World IP Day Event - An Afternoon at Thinkabit Lab San Diego, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
3
National Craft Brewer's Conference and BrewExpo America Nashville, TN US
8:00 a.m. CT
3
PPAC Quarterly Meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
3
Intellectual Property Basics and SBA Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
3
2018 National Inventors Hall of Fame Induction Washington, DC US
7:00 p.m. ET
4
TPAC Quarterly Meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
4
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
7
Researching Patent and Trademark Information: Essential Information You Need to Protect Your Intellectual Property
1:15 p.m. ET
7
China IP Road Show: What Arizona Rights Holders Need to Know Phoenix, AZ US
1:00 p.m. MT
8
Patent Quality Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
8
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
8
Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
9
China IP Road Show: What Nevada Rights Holders Need to Know Las Vegas, NV US
8:30 a.m. PT
9
2018 Big "A" Conference: SB Matchmaking Alexandria, VA US
12:00 p.m. ET
10
Empowering Innovation: Understanding Intellectual Property Milwaukee, WI US
6:00 p.m. CT
11
World IP Day Event - Powering change: Women in innovation and creativity Las Vegas, NV US
8:30 a.m. PT
11
Part II: IP for Beginners- Design Patents Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
12
Madison Mini Maker Faire Madison, WI US
10:00 a.m. CT
15
Cost-Effective Intellectual Property Enforcement in China (Webinar) Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
15
World Trade Day Denver, CO US
7:30 a.m. MT
15
IP 101 Panel Discussion at Boulder Startup Week Boulder, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
15
World IP Day Event - International IP Strategies for Life Science Companies Seattle, WA US
2:15 p.m. PT
16
Global IP challenges in healthcare: understanding cutting edge IP issues around the world Seattle, WA US
8:30 a.m. PT
16
Patent Series Part 2 - Types of Patent Applications and How to File Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
16
Meet the Patent Experts: Provisional Applications (Class 2) Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
17
Inventor Info Chat: Prior Art and Its Use in Determining Patentability - Webcast San Jose, CA US
8:00 a.m. PT
17
Inventor Info Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
11:00 a.m. ET
17
NIST - Return on Investment (ROI) Public Forum San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
17
International IP and its effect on trade Seattle, WA US
11:00 a.m. PT
17
Introduction to Patents San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
22
Durango Patent and Trademark Resource Center Grand Opening Durango, CO US
8:30 a.m. MT
22
DOCX Filing and Patent Center Update - Webinar Series , US
11:00 a.m. ET
22
Post Grant Patent Challenges: Reexamination and AIA Trials San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
22
RESCHEDULED - Hands-on Patent Search Workshop San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
23
Branding and Trademarking Your Product San Jose, CA US
6:00 p.m. PT
24
CANCELED: Patent Application Filing Basics San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
25
Part III: IP for Beginners Series - Tips and Tricks for Patent Searching: “The 7-Step Search Process” Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
29
Department of Commerce Financial Management Training Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
29
"Game-Changer" Career Day Dallas, TX US
8:30 a.m. CT
30
Department of Commerce Financial Management Training Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
30
Hands-on Patent Search Workshop San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
30
GA Tech PTRC Info Session Atlanta, GA US
6:00 p.m. ET
30
USPTO Day Denver, CO US
4:00 p.m. MT
31
Department of Commerce Financial Management Training Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
31
Rocky Mountain Intellectual Property and Technology Institute Westminster, CO US
7:45 a.m. MT
31
DOCX Filing and Patent Center Update - Webinar Series , US
2:00 p.m. ET
June 2018
1
Rocky Mountain Intellectual Property and Technology Institute Westminster, CO US
7:45 a.m. MT
1
Education Day - Minneapolis/St. Paul Mini Maker Faire St. Paul, MN US
9:00 a.m. CT
1
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
2
Minneapolis/St. Paul Mini Maker Faire St. Paul, MN US
10:00 a.m. CT
4
A Conversation with Prolific IBM Inventor Lisa Seacat DeLuca San Jose, CA US
1:00 p.m. PT
5
Impact of SAS, Motion to Amend Practice, and Claim Construction in Trial Proceedings Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
6
DOCX Filing and Patent Center Update - Webinar Series , US
11:00 a.m. ET
7
Intellectual Property Basics and SBA Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
7
Motions to Exclude and Motions to Strike in AIA Trial Proceedings Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
8
Part IV: IP for Beginners Series - How to File: Patent Electronic Application Filing and Management Systems Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
12
Capitol Hill Maker Faire Washington, DC US
9:00 a.m. ET
12
Patent Quality Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
12
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
12
Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
13
TC 2800 Circuits Customer Partnership Meeting Alexandria, VA US
12:30 p.m. ET
13
TC 2800 Circuits Customer Partnership Meeting at the Texas Regional Office Dallas, TX US
11:30 a.m. CT
13
TC 2800 Circuits Customer Partnership Meeting - Webcast San Jose, CA US
9:30 a.m. PT
13
TC 2800 Circuits Customer Partnership Meeting - Webcast Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
13
From Idea to Reality Miami, FL US
5:00 p.m. ET
13
The 2018 International Conference on Unmanned Aircraft Systems Dallas, TX US
5:15 p.m. CT
13
Approaching the Corporate World with Your Product(s) San Jose, CA US
7:00 p.m. PT
14
DOCX Filing and Patent Center Update - Webinar Series , US
2:00 p.m. ET
19
Medical Main Street: Doctors' Wish List Troy, MI US
8:30 a.m. ET
19
Next Generation Innovation Entrepreneurship Program at University of Houston Houston, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
19
Startup Week Detroit: Empowering Innovation with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Detroit, MI US
9:00 a.m. ET
19
Startup Week Detroit: Intellectual Property Issues for Startups Detroit, MI US
5:00 p.m. ET
20
Next Generation Innovation Entrepreneurship Program at University of Houston Houston, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
20
Startup Week Detroit: Protecting Your Ideas Detroit, MI US
9:00 a.m. ET
20
Patent Series Part 3 - Patent Searching Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
20
Public Records and Public Search Services users meeting Alexandria, VA US
1:00 p.m. ET
20
Ten million patents at the National Museum of American History Virtual and
Washington, DC US
1:00 p.m. ET
20
Startup Week Detroit: Fireside Chat with the USPTO Detroit, MI US
5:00 p.m. ET
21
State Bar of Texas Annual Meeting Houston, TX US
7:00 a.m. CT
21
Next Generation Innovation Entrepreneurship Program at University of Houston Houston, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
21
Inventor Info Chat: Understanding the Application Data Sheet (ADS) - Webcast San Jose, CA US
8:00 a.m. PT
21
Inventor Info Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
11:00 a.m. ET
21
Introduction to Design Patents San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
22
State Bar of Texas Annual Meeting Houston, TX US
7:00 a.m. CT
23
Maker Faire Kansas City Kansas City, MO US
10:00 a.m. CT
24
Marcus Evans IP Law Summit June 2018 Irving, TX US
9:00 a.m. CT
24
Maker Faire Kansas City Kansas City, MO US
10:00 a.m. CT
26
Hands-on Patent Search Workshop San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
26
Inventorship Program for Young Stars Child Development Center Dallas, TX US
3:00 p.m. CT
27
USPTO Additive Manufacturing Partnership Meeting Alexandria, VA US
1:00 p.m. ET
28
2018 PTAB Annual Judicial Conference in Alexandria, Virginia Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
July 2018
5
Intellectual Property Basics and SBA Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
6
Part I: IP for Beginners- Overview of Patents, Trade Secrets, Copyrights, and Trademarks Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
6
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
9
2018 PTAB Annual Judicial Conference in Detroit, Michigan Detroit, MI US
9:00 a.m. ET
10
Patent Quality Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
10
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
10
Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
11
2018 PTAB Annual Judicial Conference in Denver, Colorado Denver, CO US
9:00 a.m. MT
12
TexasBarCLE Annual Advanced Patent Litigation Course Denver, CO US
7:30 a.m. MT
13
TexasBarCLE Annual Advanced Patent Litigation Course Denver, CO US
7:30 a.m. MT
13
Shark Tank Diversity Tour: Casting Call in New Orleans New Orleans, LA US
9:00 a.m. CT
15
Shark Tank Diversity Tour: Casting Call in San Antonio San Antonio, TX US
11:00 a.m. CT
17
Technology Center 2600 Customer Partnership Meeting Virtual and
Denver, CO US
8:15 a.m. MT
17
Technology Center 2600 Customer Partnership Meeting - Webcast Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
10:15 a.m. ET
17
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Agent/Attorney 3-Day Course San Jose, CA US
8:30 a.m. PT
18
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Agent/Attorney 3-Day Course San Jose, CA US
8:30 a.m. PT
18
Patent Series Part 1 - Patent Process Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
19
ChallengeHER Arlington Arlington, VA US
8:00 a.m. ET
19
Inventor Info Chat: Strategies for Filing Internationally - Webcast San Jose, CA US
8:00 a.m. PT
19
Inventor Info Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
11:00 a.m. ET
19
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Agent/Attorney 3-Day Course San Jose, CA US
8:30 a.m. PT
20
Part II: IP for Beginners- Design Patents Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
20
Training Seminar on WIPO's ePCT San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
20
Innovations in aerospace technology: Panel discussion at the National Air and Space Museum Virtual and
Washington, DC US
1:00 p.m. ET
24
Assisting U.S. Rights Holders and Protecting their IP in China Fort Mitchell, KY US
8:30 a.m. ET
24
Hands-on Patent Search Workshop San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
25
China IP Road Show: What Kentucky companies and universities need to know Louisville, KY US
8:30 a.m. ET
25
Federal Government Small Business Procurement and Technology Plus Expo Washington, DC US
9:00 a.m. ET
25
Thingamajig: San Antonio San Antonio, TX US
9:00 a.m. CT
26
TC2800 Semiconductor Customer Partnership Alexandria, VA US
8:30 a.m. ET
26
TPAC Quarterly Meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
26
2018 PTAB Annual Judicial Conference in San Jose, California San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
27
2018 National Trademark Exposition Virtual and
Washington, DC US
10:00 a.m. ET
28
Maker Faire Detroit Dearborn, MI US
9:30 a.m. ET
28
2018 National Trademark Exposition Virtual and
Washington, DC US
10:00 a.m. ET
29
2018 National Summer Teacher Institute Tampa, FL US
8:00 a.m. ET
29
Maker Faire Detroit Dearborn, MI US
9:30 a.m. ET
30
2018 National Summer Teacher Institute Tampa, FL US
8:00 a.m. ET
31
2018 National Summer Teacher Institute Tampa, FL US
8:00 a.m. ET
31
2018 PTAB Annual Judicial Conference in Dallas, Texas Dallas, TX US
9:00 a.m. CT
31
Dallas Area Paralegal Association Luncheon Dallas, TX US
12:00 p.m. CT
August 2018
1
2018 National Summer Teacher Institute Tampa, FL US
8:00 a.m. ET
1
Patents and Trademarks: PTRC event in Charlotte Charlotte, NC US
9:00 a.m. ET
1
Meet The Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
2
2018 National Summer Teacher Institute Tampa, FL US
8:00 a.m. ET
2
PPAC Quarterly Meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
2
Intellectual Property Basics and SBA Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
2
2018 Notre Dame Club of Detroit Career Fair Detroit, MI US
3:00 p.m. ET
3
2nd Annual Billington Automotive Cybersecurity Summit Detroit, MI US
7:30 a.m. ET
3
2018 National Summer Teacher Institute Tampa, FL US
8:00 a.m. ET
3
Part III: IP for Beginners- Tips and Tricks for Patent Searching Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
3
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
7
Copyright Basics and Considerations for Entrepreneurs San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
7
Legal Clinic for Creatives Miami Beach, FL US
5:30 p.m. ET
8
Start-up Time San Jose, CA US
6:30 p.m. PT
9
Last Chance Showcase Falls Church, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
14
Intro to IP Program at Northeast Small Business Development Center in Mount Pleasant Mount Pleasant, TX US
11:00 a.m. CT
14
Patent Quality Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
14
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
14
Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
15
Patent Series Part 2 - Types of Patent Applications and How to File Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
15
Meet the Patent Experts: Class 3 Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
16
National Small Business Federal Contracting Summit - Summer 2018 Arlington, VA US
7:30 a.m. ET
16
Inventor Info Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
11:00 a.m. ET
16
Introduction to Design Patents San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
17
Invention-Con 2018: From Concept to Commercialization Alexandria, VA US
8:00 a.m. ET
17
Part IV: IP for Beginners - How to File Denver , CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
17
How to File a Patent Application Using EFS-Web San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
17
Copyrights, Trademarks, and Patents Oh My! Detroit, MI US
8:30 p.m. ET
18
Invention-Con 2018: From Concept to Commercialization Alexandria, VA US
8:00 a.m. ET
18
Protecting Your Ideas Detroit, MI US
1:30 p.m. ET
21
Stopfakes Roadshow in Dallas, Texas Dallas, TX US
8:30 a.m. CT
22
Empowering Innovation with the USPTO Minneapolis, MN US
9:00 a.m. CT
22
Empowering Innovation with the USPTO River Falls, WI US
3:00 p.m. CT
23
Stopfakes Roadshow in Austin, Texas Austin, TX US
8:30 a.m. CT
23
STEM Day at the Minnesota State Fair St. Paul, MN US
9:00 a.m. CT
28
China IP Road Show: What Iowa businesses need to know Iowa City, IA US
8:30 a.m. CT
28
Trademark Tuesday Denver, CO US
11:30 a.m. MT
28
Hands-on Patent Search Workshop San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
29
Intellectual Property Basics and Local Inventor Resources Kansas City, MO US
12:00 p.m. CT
29
Intellectual Property Basics at the Davenport Public Library Davenport, IA US
1:00 p.m. CT
30
China IP Road Show: What Missouri and Kansas businesses need to know Kansas City, MO US
8:30 a.m. CT
September 2018
5
Meet The Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
6
PPAC Fee Setting Hearing Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
6
Trademark Update at the 6th Annual Michigan Inventors Expo East Lansing, MI US
11:00 a.m. ET
6
Intellectual Property Basics and SBA Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
7
Talking Trademarks with Mary Boney Denison, Commissioner for Trademarks Detroit, MI US
9:00 a.m. ET
7
Michigan Intellectual Property Law Association: September Lunch & Learn Southfield, MI US
11:30 a.m. ET
7
Meet & Learn with Mary Boney Denison, U.S. Commissioner for Trademarks Detroit, MI US
2:30 p.m. ET
7
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
11
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
11
Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
12
North Dakota Independent Inventors Conference Grand Forks, ND US
9:30 a.m. CT
13
North Dakota State University Intellectual Property Presentation Fargo, ND US
2:00 p.m. CT
14
UMA/USPTO Veteran Hiring Fair 2018 Alexandria, VA US
8:00 a.m. ET
16
Maker Faire Louisville Louisville, KY US
11:00 a.m. ET
17
Empowering Innovation in Lexington Roundtable Lexington, KY US
11:30 a.m. ET
17
University of Kentucky Innovation Workshop Lexington, KY US
2:00 p.m. ET
18
LaunchIP Louisville Louisville, KY US
4:00 p.m. ET
19
Patent Series Part 3 - Patent Searching Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
19
Meet the Patent Experts: Class 4 Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
19
IP Strategy is a Business Strategy San Diego, CA US
6:00 p.m. PT
20
Inventor Info Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
11:00 a.m. ET
20
PTAB/TTAB Stadium Tour at University of San Diego School of Law San Diego, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
20
Introduction to IP with emphasis on patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
20
Authentication Change for EFS-Web and PAIR Info Session , US
3:00 p.m. ET
21
Lansing Regional Seminar Lansing , MI US
8:00 a.m. ET
23
2018 Sixth Annual National Docketing Association (NDA) Conference New Orleans, LA US
1:30 p.m. CT
24
Biotechnology/Chemical/Pharmaceutical Customer Partnership Alexandria, VA US
10:00 a.m. ET
24
2018 Sixth Annual National Docketing Association (NDA) Conference New Orleans, LA US
1:30 p.m. CT
25
Autonomous Vehicle Legal Forum 2018 Detroit, MI US
8:00 a.m. ET
25
Inventor Information Session and Volunteer Appreciation Event Miami, FL US
9:00 a.m. ET
25
STOPfakes.gov Roadshow Phoenix, AZ US
8:45 a.m. PT
25
2018 Sixth Annual National Docketing Association (NDA) Conference New Orleans, LA US
1:30 p.m. CT
25
Hands-on Patent Search Workshop San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
26
Authentication Change for EFS-Web and PAIR Info Session , US
2:00 p.m. ET
27
China IP Road Show: What New York businesses need to know New York, NY US
9:00 a.m. ET
27
Intellectual Property Basics and Local Inventor Resources Milwaukee, WI US
10:00 a.m. CT
27
STOPfakes.gov Roadshow Tucson, AZ US
8:45 a.m. PT
27
Inventors Day: Part 1 River Falls, WI US
11:00 a.m. CT
28
2018 Midwest IP Institute Minneapolis, MN US
9:00 a.m. CT
28
2018 Midwest IP Institute: Best Practice Tips from Supervisory Patent Examiners Minneapolis, MN US
10:15 a.m. CT
28
Maker Faire Milwaukee West Allis, WI US
5:00 p.m. CT
29
2018 IP for Apps: From Conception to Creation Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
29
Maker Faire Milwaukee West Allis, WI US
10:00 a.m. CT
30
Maker Faire Milwaukee West Allis, WI US
10:00 a.m. CT
October 2018
2
China IP Road Show: What Louisiana rights holders need to know New Orleans, LA US
8:30 a.m. CT
2
The 2018 Small Business Summit Washington, DC US
12:00 p.m. ET
2
Office Hours @ The Commons on Champa Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
2
Practice Tips for Using the Trademark Electronic Application System (TEAS) San Jose, CA US
1:00 p.m. PT
2
Trademark Basics: What Every Small Business Should Know Now, Not Later San Jose, CA US
5:45 p.m. PT
2
Trademark and Copyright Basics for Graphic Designers San Jose, CA US
7:30 p.m. PT
3
The 2018 Small Business Summit Washington, DC US
12:00 p.m. ET
3
Trademark Basics: What Every Small Business Should Know Now, Not Later San Francisco, CA US
6:00 p.m. PT
4
Intellectual Property Basics and SBA Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
4
Authentication Change for EFS-Web and PAIR Info Session , US
1:00 p.m. ET
4
China IP Road Show: What Texas rights holders need to know Austin, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
4
LAIPLA Young Lawyers USPTO Pro Bono Event Los Angeles, CA US
5:00 p.m. PT
5
Manufacturing Day at Michigan Science Center Detroit, MI US
9:00 a.m. ET
5
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
8
CSforALL Summit Detroit, MI US
11:00 a.m. ET
9
Association of United States Army (AUSA) 6th Annual Small Business Seminar Washington, DC US
8:00 a.m. ET
9
CSforALL Summit Detroit, MI US
8:00 a.m. ET
9
Patent Quality Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
9
The evolution of accessibility at Microsoft Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
12:00 p.m. ET
9
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
10
Association of United States Army (AUSA) 6th Annual Small Business Seminar Washington, DC US
8:00 a.m. ET
11
National HUBZone Conference Chantilly, VA US
8:00 a.m. ET
11
Authentication Change for EFS-Web and PAIR Info Session , US
2:00 p.m. ET
11
USPTO Speaker Series: Lonnie Johnson Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
2:00 p.m. ET
11
170 Years of American Latino Invention and Innovation San Jose, CA US
6:00 p.m. PT
12
National HUBZone Conference Chantilly, VA US
8:00 a.m. ET
12
Women of Color STEM Conference Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
13
Senator Enzi's Inventors Conference Casper, WY US
9:00 a.m. MT
16
Researching Patent and Trademark Information Orono, ME US
8:30 a.m. ET
16
PTAB Bar Association Regional Event - USPTO Patent Commissioner and PTAB Speak San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
17
Eastern District of Texas Bench Bar Conference Plano, TX US
7:00 a.m. CT
17
Nebraska State Bar Association Annual Meeting La Vista, NE US
8:00 a.m. MT
17
Patent Wednesday Part 1: Patent Process Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
17
Meet the Patent Experts: Class One Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
17
IP Strategy is a Business Strategy Los Gatos, CA US
6:00 p.m. PT
18
Eastern District of Texas Bench Bar Conference Plano, TX US
7:00 a.m. CT
18
Chat de información para inventores - Webinar Virtual and
, US
11:00 a.m. ET
18
Managing Risk in the 21st Century - Boise Startup Week Boise, ID US
9:00 a.m. MT
18
Inventor Info Chat - Webinar , US
11:00 a.m. ET
18
Diversity and Inclusion v. Implicit Bias in the Workplace San Jose, CA US
10:30 a.m. PT
18
Authentication Change for EFS-Web and PAIR Info Session , US
2:00 p.m. ET
18
The Future of Manufacturing Detroit, MI US
5:15 p.m. ET
19
Eastern District of Texas Bench Bar Conference Plano, TX US
7:00 a.m. CT
19
IP Basics Part I: An overview of intellectual property Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
19
Introduction to IP with Emphasis on Patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
23
Michigan Tech University: Innovation Day Houghton , MI US
9:00 a.m. ET
24
Partnering in Patents 2018 - 25th Anniversary Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
24
Fall Federal Government Small Business Procurement and Technology Plus Expo Washington, DC US
9:00 a.m. ET
25
44th Annual Intellectual Property Law Institute Dearborn, MI US
8:30 a.m. ET
25
Authentication Change for EFS-Web and PAIR Info Session , US
12:00 p.m. ET
26
TPAC Quarterly Meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
8:00 a.m. ET
26
Introduction to Design Patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
27
Young Americans intellectual property workshop Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
30
20th Annual U.S. Department of Health and Human Services SBIR/STTR Conference Dallas, TX US
7:00 a.m. CT
30
Authentication Change for EFS-Web and PAIR Info Session , US
11:00 a.m. ET
31
20th Annual U.S. Department of Health and Human Services SBIR/STTR Conference Dallas, TX US
7:00 a.m. CT
31
Grand Junction Patent and Trademark Resource Center grand opening Grand Junction, CO US
9:00 a.m. MT
November 2018
1
20th Annual U.S. Department of Health and Human Services SBIR/STTR Conference Dallas, TX US
7:00 a.m. CT
1
University of Texas Advanced Patent Law Institute Austin, TX US
7:30 a.m. CT
1
University of Texas 23rd Annual Advanced Patent Law Institute , US
7:30 a.m. CT
1
Intellectual Property Basics and SBA Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
1
China IP Road Show: What Maryland rights holders need to know Baltimore, MD US
1:00 p.m. ET
2
University of Texas Advanced Patent Law Institute Austin, TX US
7:30 a.m. CT
2
University of Texas 23rd Annual Advanced Patent Law Institute , US
7:30 a.m. CT
2
IP Basics Part II: Design Patents Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
2
Hands-on Patent Search Workshop San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
2
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
3
Science Museum of Minnesota Microscope Day Saint Paul, MN US
12:00 p.m. ET
6
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Agent/Attorney 3-Day Course Chicago, IL US
8:30 a.m. CT
6
Authentication Change for EFS-Web and PAIR Info Session , US
2:00 p.m. ET
6
Office Hours @ The Commons on Champa Denver, US
1:00 p.m. MT
7
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Agent/Attorney 3-Day Course Chicago, IL US
8:30 a.m. CT
7
Special Webinar on Several Recent Changes and Proposals for AIA Trials Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
7
2018 Noche de Ciencias Alexandria, VA US
5:30 p.m. ET
8
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
8
PPAC Quarterly Meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
8
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Agent/Attorney 3-Day Course Chicago, IL US
8:30 a.m. CT
8
Sioux City MakerSpace STEM Festival Sioux City, IA US
3:00 p.m. CT
8
An Evening With Titans of Nanotechnology Virtual and
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5:30 p.m. CT
9
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
9
2018 IPLAC IP Symposium Chicago, IL US
11:30 a.m. CT
10
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
10
STEMQuest: Inventing Merit Badge Workshop Auburn Hills, MI US
8:00 a.m. ET
11
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
12
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
12
Center for American and International Law 56th Annual Conference on Intellectual Property Law Plano, TX US
8:30 a.m. CT
12
Innovation Louisiana 2018 New Orleans, LA US
9:00 a.m. CT
13
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
13
Center for American and International Law 56th Annual Conference on Intellectual Property Law Plano, TX US
8:30 a.m. CT
13
Innovation Louisiana 2018 New Orleans, LA US
9:00 a.m. CT
13
Patent Quality Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
12:00 p.m. ET
13
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
13
Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
13
Trademark Tuesday Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
13
Accelerate: 19th Annual Conference on Technology Innovation Jackson, MS US
2:00 p.m. CT
14
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
14
Innovation Louisiana 2018 New Orleans, LA US
9:00 a.m. CT
14
Meet the Patent Experts: Class 2 Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
14
Accelerate: 19th Annual Conference on Technology Innovation Jackson, MS US
2:00 p.m. CT
14
Technology Center 1600 Panel Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
15
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
15
National Small Business Federal Contracting Summit - DC Conference - Fall 2018 Arlington, VA US
7:30 a.m. ET
15
Inventor Info Chat - Webinar Virtual and
, US
11:00 a.m. ET
15
CANCELED: International and Domestic Trademark Practice Before the USPTO San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
15
Authentication Change for EFS-Web and PAIR Info Session , US
2:00 p.m. ET
16
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
16
2018 Collegiate Inventors Competition® Expo and Awards Alexandria, VA US
11:00 a.m. ET
16
IP Basics Part III: Patent searching Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
16
Patent Application Drafting Workshop San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
17
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
17
Inclusive Innovation Forum Chicago, IL US
9:00 a.m. CT
18
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
19
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
19
Authentication Change for EFS-Web and PAIR Info Session , US
11:00 a.m. ET
20
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
21
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
21
Patent Wednesday Part 2:Types of Patent Applications and How to File Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
22
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
23
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
24
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
25
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
26
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
27
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
27
Patents for Humanity awards ceremony Alexandria, VA US
9:30 a.m. ET
27
Authentication Change for EFS-Web and PAIR Info Session , US
12:00 p.m. ET
28
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
29
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
30
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
30
IP Basics Part IV: How to file Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
30
Claim Drafting Workshop San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
December 2018
1
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
2
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
3
Veterans Keepsake Project Alexandria, VA US
12:00 a.m. ET
3
A conversation with Temple Grandin Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
11:30 a.m. ET
3
Meet the USPTO IP Attachés Chicago, IL US
11:45 a.m. CT
4
Lunch and Learn: How to Protect and Enforce Your Creations and Inventions Globally Chicago, IL US
12:00 p.m. CT
4
Commons on Champa office hours Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
4
The USPTO IP Attachés: On Protecting IP Abroad for U.S. Stakeholders Chicago, IL US
2:00 p.m. CT
6
Intellectual Property Basics and SBA Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
6
Hearsay & Authentication before the Board , US
12:00 p.m. ET
6
Authentication Change for EFS-Web and PAIR Info Session , US
2:00 p.m. ET
7
Pursuing Patent Protection Abroad - Overview of PCT San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
7
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
8
Girl-Powered Invention and Entrepreneurship Day Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
11
Patent Quality Chat - Webinar Virtual and
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12:00 p.m. ET
11
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
11
Introduction to Intellectual Property and USPTO Resources Detroit, MI US
5:00 p.m. ET
12
IP Attaché roundtable Washington, DC US
9:00 a.m. ET
12
Authentication Change for EFS-Web and PAIR Info Session , US
1:00 p.m. ET
13
Orlando PTRC Site Visit Orlando, FL US
8:30 a.m. ET
14
China IP Road Show: What Idaho businesses need to know Boise, ID US
8:45 a.m. MT
14
How to File a Patent Application Using EFS-Web plus Updates on Authentication Changes San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
19
Authentication Change for EFS-Web and PAIR Info Session , US
12:00 p.m. ET
19
Patent Wednesday Part 3: Patent Searching Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
January 2019
3
Intellectual Property Basics and Local Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
8
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
8
Introduction to Intellectual Property and USPTO Resources Detroit, MI US
4:30 p.m. ET
9
Meet The Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
10
Learn about Revised Subject Matter Eligibility Guidance – Webinar Virtual and
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2:00 p.m. ET
11
Introduction to IP with Emphasis on Patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
11
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
16
Patent Wednesday Part 1: Patent Process Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
16
CANCELED: Meet the Patent Experts: Class 3 Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
17
Learn to create and use your new uspto.gov account - Webinar Virtual and
, US
11:00 a.m. ET
17
EFS-Web and PAIR users: Learn about authentication changes , US
2:00 p.m. ET
17
Inventors Association of Metropolitan Detroit Meeting Southfield, MI US
6:30 p.m. ET
18
State Bar of Texas Pro Bono Tour – Waco Waco, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
18
CANCELED - The Path to a Patent, Part I: The patent application process Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
23
EFS-Web and PAIR users: Learn about authentication changes , US
2:00 p.m. ET
23
Entrepreneurs: Attend Speed Dating for Startups San Jose, CA US
5:00 p.m. PT
24
Researching Patent and Trademark Information - Essential Information You Need to Protect Your Intellectual Property Miami, FL US
9:30 a.m. ET
25
Trademark Public Advisory Committee Quarterly Meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
25
Introduction to Design Patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
26
University of Scouting Madison Heights, MI US
8:30 a.m. ET
29
EFS-Web and PAIR users: Learn about authentication changes , US
11:00 a.m. ET
31
Artificial Intelligence: Intellectual Property Policy Considerations Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
February 2019
1
CANCELED - The Path to a Patent, Part II: Patent searching Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
1
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
2
Inventors and Entrepreneurs: What should you do with your great idea? Cleveland, OH US
10:30 a.m. ET
5
Students: Invent and learn on STEM Day 2019 Ypsilanti, MI US
8:30 a.m. ET
5
EFS-Web and PAIR users: Learn about authentication changes , US
2:00 p.m. ET
5
Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
5
Trademark Tuesday Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
6
Meet The Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
7
POSTPONED - Grand Rapids Innovation Forum Grand Rapids, MI US
9:00 a.m. ET
7
Patent Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
7
Intellectual Property Basics and SBA Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
8
Hands-on Patent Search Workshop San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
9
Add IP to your business strategy Honolulu, HI US
10:30 a.m. HT
10
AUTM 2019 Annual Meeting Austin, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
11
AUTM 2019 Annual Meeting Austin, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
12
AUTM 2019 Annual Meeting Austin, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
12
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
12
Attend Trademark Tuesday Alexandria, VA US
12:30 p.m. ET
12
Introduction to Intellectual Property and USPTO Resources Detroit, MI US
4:30 p.m. ET
13
AUTM 2019 Annual Meeting Austin, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
13
EFS-Web and PAIR users: Learn about authentication changes , US
2:00 p.m. ET
14
Entrepreneurs: Learn valuable copyright basics San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
14
Entrepreneurs: Learn valuable copyright basics Detroit, MI US
1:00 p.m. ET
15
CANCELED - The Path to a Patent, Part III: How to file a patent application using EFS-Web Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
18
Career Preparation for the Future of Tech Denver, CO US
6:00 p.m. MT
20
EFS-Web and PAIR users: Learn about authentication changes , US
11:00 a.m. ET
20
Creators: Learn valuable copyright basics Detroit, MI US
11:00 a.m. ET
20
Patent Wednesday Part 2: Types of Patent Applications and How to File Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
20
Meet the Patent Experts: Class Four Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
20
Authors and writers: Learn valuable information on copyrights Detroit, MI US
4:00 p.m. ET
21
Small business owners: Learn to contract with the USPTO Washington, DC US
9:00 a.m. ET
21
Songwriters and composers: Gain valuable information and insights on copyrights Detroit, MI US
10:00 a.m. ET
21
Learn to use the Trademark Electronic Application System Virtual and
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11:00 a.m. ET
21
Attend the Copyright Legal Forum Detroit, MI US
2:00 p.m. ET
22
Patent Application Drafting Workshop San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
22
Utah IP Summit Salt Lake City, UT US
1:00 p.m. MT
23
4th Annual International Patent Drafting Competition Detroit, MI US
8:00 a.m. ET
23
Teachers: Attend "Innovation Day" for professional development and inquiry-based learning San Jose, CA US
8:00 a.m. PT
26
Patent practitioners: Attend a session on the 2019 Revised Patent Subject Matter Eligibility Guidance San Jose, CA US
9:30 a.m. PT
27
State Bar of Texas Advanced Intellectual Property Law Course and Annual Meeting Dallas, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
27
USPTO welcomes our new neighbors: Amazon and Virginia Tech Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
3:30 p.m. ET
28
State Bar of Texas Advanced Intellectual Property Law Course and Annual Meeting Dallas, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
28
EFS-Web and PAIR users: Learn about authentication changes
2:00 p.m. ET
March 2019
1
State Bar of Texas Advanced Intellectual Property Law Course and Annual Meeting Dallas, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
1
Claim Drafting Workshop San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
1
Silicon Valley USPTO Public Tour San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
2
The Big Muddy Mini Maker Faire St. Joseph, MO US
10:00 a.m. CT
2
International Home + Housewares Show Chicago, IL US
11:00 a.m. CT
3
International Home + Housewares Show Chicago, IL US
11:00 a.m. CT
4
International Home + Housewares Show Chicago, IL US
11:00 a.m. CT
5
Attend the Technology Center 2600 Customer Partnership Meeting Alexandria, VA US
8:30 a.m. ET
5
STOPfakesGov: Learn to protect your intellectual property Kansas City, MO US
8:30 a.m. CT
5
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Denver, CO US
8:30 a.m. MT
5
International Home + Housewares Show Chicago, IL US
11:00 a.m. CT
5
Office Hours @ The Commons on Champa Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
6
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Denver, CO US
8:30 a.m. MT
6
Meet The Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
7
STOPfakesGov: Learn to protect your intellectual property St. Louis, MO US
8:30 a.m. CT
7
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Denver, CO US
8:30 a.m. MT
7
Intellectual Property Basics and SBA Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
9
South by Southwest (SXSW) Conference Austin, TX US
9:30 a.m. CT
10
South by Southwest (SXSW) Conference Trade Show Austin, TX US
11:00 a.m. CT
11
South by Southwest (SXSW) Conference Trade Show Austin, TX US
11:00 a.m. CT
11
South by Southwest (SXSW) Conference Austin, TX US
3:30 p.m. CT
11
Fueling American Innovation to Inspire Tomorrow’s Women Technologists Austin, TX US
6:00 p.m. CT
12
South by Southwest (SXSW) Conference Trade Show Austin, TX US
11:00 a.m. CT
12
Attend the TC 2800 Customer Partnership Meeting Alexandria, VA US
12:00 p.m. ET
12
Attend Trademark Tuesday Detroit , MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
12
Entrepreneuers: Add IP to your business strategy San Francisco, CA US
1:00 p.m. PT
12
CTA The Crossroads of Technology and Innovation, Fireside Chat with Andrei Iancu, Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office Austin, TX US
3:10 p.m. CT
12
Introduction to Intellectual Property and USPTO Resources Detroit, MI US
4:30 p.m. ET
13
2019 Science and Engineering Fair of Metro Detroit Detroit, MI US
9:00 a.m. ET
13
South by Southwest (SXSW) Conference Trade Show Austin, TX US
11:00 a.m. CT
14
Learn about USPTO resources with the Akron Inventor's Club Akron, OH US
6:00 p.m. ET
15
Pursuing Patent Protection Abroad - Overview of PCT San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
15
Society of Women Engineers Local Denver: Cultivating inclusion and check-the-box Denver, CO US
3:15 p.m. MT
18
2019 Spring Intellectual Property Law Seminar Lansing, MI US
8:00 a.m. ET
19
Learn from an expert: How to search patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
19
USPTO Pilot Projects and Initiatives Toledo, OH US
4:00 p.m. ET
20
Patent Wednesday Part 3: Patent Searching Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
20
Meet the Patent Experts: Class 1 Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
20
Key issues shaping the IP landscape: panel featuring USPTO Deputy Director Laura Peter Washington, DC US
2:00 p.m. ET
20
So you have an idea. Now what? San Jose, CA US
6:30 p.m. PT
21
Learn to file and check the status of provisional and nonprovisional patents Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
21
Attend the 2019 Chicago-Kent Patent Hub Awards ceremony Chicago, IL US
6:00 p.m. CT
22
Third Annual Englewood Business Resource and Lenders Expo Englewood, CO US
8:00 a.m. MT
26
Trademark Basics, session one: What every small business should know now, not later Ann Arbor, MI US
6:00 p.m. ET
27
Small business owners: Learn to contract with the USPTO Arlington, VA US
8:00 a.m. ET
27
Trademark Basics, session two: What every small business should know now, not later Ann Arbor, MI US
9:30 a.m. ET
27
Graphic Designers: Learn valuable information on trademarks and copyrights Ann Arbor, MI US
2:00 p.m. ET
28
Small business owners: Learn to contract with the USPTO Arlington, VA US
8:00 a.m. ET
28
Developing the Digital Marketplace for Copyrighted Works (Third Public Meeting) Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
29
How to File a Patent Application Using EFS-Web San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
April 2019
2
2019 Business Methods Partnership Meeting Alexandria, VA US
10:00 a.m. ET
2
2019 Business Methods Partnership Meeting Dallas, TX US
9:00 a.m. CT
2
Learn about intellectual property during advisory hours at the Commons on Champa Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
2
Intellectual property: What it means for your business strategy Bloomington, IN US
3:00 p.m. ET
3
Startups: Learn how to protect your brand name with trademarks San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
3
Meet The Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
3
Ask the Copyright Experts Dallas, TX US
2:00 p.m. ET
3
ChIPs: Advancing women in technology, law and policy Indianapolis, IN US
4:30 p.m. ET
4
Small business owners: Discover opportunities at the NOAA Small Business Industry Day Silver Spring, MD US
7:45 a.m. ET
4
Intellectual Property Basics and SBA Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
4
Meet the new PTAB chief and deputy chief judges and hear about recent precedential opinions Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
5
The Path to a Patent, Part I: The patent application process Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
5
Inventors: Learn the basics of intellectual property with a focus on patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
5
Tour the Silicon Valley U.S. Patent and Trademark Office San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
8
Learn about IP at the SCORE Dallas Business Symposium Dallas, TX US
9:00 a.m. CT
8
Recent developments in IP litigation, USPTO Deputy Director Laura Peter to give keynote Santa Clara, CA US
9:30 a.m. PT
9
Progress and Potential: A profile of women inventors on U.S. Patents Denver, CO US
8:30 a.m. UTC +0
9
New pilot program for motions to amend - Webinar Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
9
Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
10
National Academy of Inventors Annual Meeting Houston, TX US
7:00 a.m. CT
10
Motions to Amend Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
10
Learn about cross-border opportunities and risks at Silicon Valley IP Forum 2019 Palo Alto, CA US
1:30 p.m. PT
11
National Academy of Inventors Annual Meeting Houston, TX US
7:00 a.m. CT
11
IP Day in Montana Missoula, MT US
9:00 a.m. MT
12
Come to the fourth annual New Mexico Tech Inventors and Entrepreneurs Workshop Socorro, NM US
9:30 a.m. ET
13
Brownie intellectual property patch workshop Detroit, MI US
9:00 a.m. ET
13
Come to the fourth annual New Mexico Tech Inventors and Entrepreneurs Workshop Socorro, NM US
9:30 a.m. ET
13
Junior and Cadette intellectual property patch workshop Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
16
Attorneys: Attend PTAB/TTAB live hearing Stadium Tour at Georgia State University College of Law Atlanta, GA US
12:00 p.m. ET
17
Patent Wednesday Part 1: Patent Process Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
17
Meet the Patent Experts: Class Two Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
18
Small business owners: Find opportunities at the 29th annual Government Procurement Conference Washington, DC US
9:00 a.m. ET
18
World Intellectual Property Day - San Diego La Jolla, CA US
7:30 a.m. PT
18
Supplemental Information vs. Supplemental Evidence Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
18
Chicago regional seminar Chicago, IL US
12:30 p.m. CT
19
The Path to a Patent, Part Two: Patent Searching Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
19
Entrepreneurs: Learn about design patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
22
A conversation with Shawn Springs Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
11:00 a.m. ET
22
California central valley road tour: Intellectual property business strategy
1:00 p.m. PT
23
The Innovative Future Draper, UT US
9:30 a.m. MT
23
Rise in Women Inventors Salt Lake City, UT US
12:00 p.m. MT
23
California central valley road tour: Intellectual property business strategy
1:00 p.m. PT
24
California central valley road tour: Intellectual property business strategy
1:00 p.m. PT
24
Spanish IP at Mi Casa Denver, CO US
6:00 p.m. MT
25
Attend the 13th Annual Design Day Alexandria, VA US
8:00 a.m. ET
25
South Dakota Engineering Conference Pierre, SD US
7:00 a.m. CT
25
Attend the 13th Annual Design Day at the Midwest Regional Office Detroit, MI US
8:00 a.m. ET
25
China IP Road Show: Strategies for IP Protection in China—What North Carolina Businesses Need to Know Durham, NC US
9:00 a.m. ET
25
Attend the 13th Annual Design Day at the Texas Regional Office Dallas, TX US
9:00 a.m. CT
25
Attend the 13th Annual Design Day at the Rocky Mountain Regional Office Denver, CO US
8:30 a.m. MT
25
Attend the 13th Annual Design Day at the Silicon Valley Regional Office San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
25
Options for Reissue and Reexamination during AIA Trials, and the Parallel Proceedings Study Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
25
Attend the 2019 Conrad Foundation Innovation Summit Merritt Island, FL US
12:15 p.m. ET
25
Colorado Bar Lunch & Learn Denver, CO US
12:00 p.m. MT
25
California central valley road tour: Intellectual property business strategy
1:00 p.m. PT
25
Join in An Evening With Shirley Ann Jackson Virtual and
Washington, DC US
5:30 p.m. ET
26
South Dakota Engineering Conference Pierre, SD US
7:00 a.m. CT
26
Attend the Trademark Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
26
Visit the USPTO booth at EarthX 2019 Dallas, TX US
10:00 a.m. CT
26
California central valley road tour: Intellectual property business strategy
1:00 p.m. PT
27
Visit the USPTO booth at EarthX 2019 Dallas, TX US
10:00 a.m. CT
28
Visit the USPTO booth at EarthX 2019 Dallas, TX US
10:00 a.m. CT
29
World Intellectual Property Day - Capitol Hill Washington, DC US
4:00 p.m. ET
29
Protect your innovations: Learn about Intellectual Property and USPTO Resources Detroit, MI US
5:30 p.m. ET
30
Learn about mechanical disciplines at the TC 3600 and TC 3700 Customer Partnership Meeting Alexandria, VA US
8:45 a.m. ET
30
STOPfakesGov: Learn to protect your intellectual property Chicago, IL US
8:30 a.m. CT
May 2019
1
Meet The Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
1
Empowering innovation: Understanding intellectual property Waukesha, WI US
6:00 p.m. CT
2
Patent Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
2
STOPfakesGov: Learn to protect your intellectual property Milwaukee, WI US
8:30 a.m. CT
2
Learn about Intellectual Property Basics and SBA Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
2
2019 National Inventors Hall of Fame Induction Washington, DC US
6:30 p.m. ET
3
The Path to a Patent, Part Three: Electronic Filing using EFS-Web Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
3
The Path to a Patent, Part III: How to file a patent application using EFS-Web Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
3
Entrepreneurs: Learn how to search patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
3
Tour the Silicon Valley U.S. Patent and Trademark Office San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
6
Attend the PIUG 2019 Annual Conference Alexandria, VA US
11:25 a.m. ET
7
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like an examiner
8:00 a.m. ET
7
Advisory Hours at The Commons on Champa Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
8
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like an examiner
8:00 a.m. ET
8
Attend the Biotechnology, Chemical and Pharmaceutical (BCP) Partnership Meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
8
Attend the Biotechnology, Chemical and Pharmaceutical (BCP) Partnership Meeting Detroit, MI US
9:00 a.m. ET
8
Provide comments at the first public hearing on the SUCCESS Act Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
9
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like an examiner
8:00 a.m. ET
9
China IP Road Show: Strategies for IP protection in China — what Pittsburgh-area businesses need to know Pittsburgh, PA US
9:00 a.m. ET
9
Learn about new guidance on patent eligible subject matter Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
10
World Intellectual Property Day - Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV US
8:00 a.m. PT
10
Patent Examiner Recruitment Open House - Silicon Valley Virtual and
San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
11
All About STEM! Detroit, MI US
11:00 a.m. ET
11
Patent Examiner Recruitment Open House - Silicon Valley Virtual and
San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
13
Registering the unregistered: A blockchain solution for protecting your copyright Boulder, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
13
IP101-Intellectual Property basics every entrepreneur should know Boulder, CO US
11:00 a.m. MT
14
Women's Entrepreneurship Symposium Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
14
LES leading edge series – standards in licensing and intellectual capital management San Jose, CA US
8:00 a.m. PT
14
Attend USPTO Office Hours at Boulder Startup Week Boulder, CO US
9:00 a.m. MT
14
Attend Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
14
Trademark Tuesday Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
14
Attend Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
15
Women on the Rise Live Interview Denver, CO US
7:30 a.m. MT
15
Learn to file different types of patent applications at Patent Wednesday, part two Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
15
Meet the Patent Experts: Class Three Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
15
LES Series: How to protect your invention San Jose, CA US
6:30 p.m. PT
16
Join the Inventor Info Chat to learn about 35 U.S.C 102 and 103 rejection Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
17
Inventors: Learn how to draft your patent application San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
18
Military Invention Day at the Smithsonian Washington, DC US
10:00 a.m. ET
18
Spanish Language Inventor Info Chat Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
18
CWBA 42nd Annual Convention - ALL RISE Vail, CO US
3:00 p.m. MT
20
SBIR Road Tour - Central Plains Oklahoma City, OK US
8:00 a.m. CT
21
SBIR Road Tour - Central Plains Oklahoma City, OK US
8:00 a.m. CT
22
SBIR Road Tour - Central Plains Oklahoma City, OK US
8:00 a.m. CT
23
SBIR Road Tour - Central Plains Oklahoma City, OK US
8:00 a.m. CT
23
Learn more about recently-issued PTAB precedential and informative decisions Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
23
A conversation with Vint Cerf Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
1:00 p.m. ET
23
Intellectual property strategy is a business strategy San Francisco, CA US
6:00 p.m. PT
24
SBIR Road Tour - Central Plains Oklahoma City, OK US
8:00 a.m. CT
29
Intellectual Property Fundamentals Denver, CO US
9:30 a.m. MT
29
Researching Patent and Trademark Information
12:30 p.m. ET
29
4th Annual USPTO Day Denver, CO US
4:00 p.m. MT
30
Researching Patent and Trademark Information
9:00 a.m. ET
30
17th Rocky Mountain Intellectual Property & Technology Institute Westminster, CO US
8:50 a.m. MT
31
17th Rocky Mountain Intellectual Property & Technology Institute Westminster, CO US
8:50 a.m. MT
31
Inventors: Learn how to draft your patent claims San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
June 2019
1
Attend USPTO Inventor Day Farmingdale, NY US
9:00 a.m. ET
1
City of Alexandria D-Day 75th Anniversary Commemoration Alexandria, VA US
11:00 a.m. ET
1
Star Trek: Law and Ethics in the 24th Century Denver, CO US
3:00 p.m. MT
2
Star Wars Law: Is Han a murderer? Denver, CO US
12:00 p.m. MT
3
Provide comments at the public hearing on the SUCCESS Act in San Jose Virtual and
San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
4
Learn from an expert: How to search patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
4
Learn online how examiners approach claim interpretation
1:00 p.m. ET
4
Advisory Hours at The Commons on Champa Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
5
NMTI Evaluation Committee Meeting June 2019 Alexandria, VA US
8:00 a.m. ET
5
Tour the Higgins Boat at USPTO Headquarters Alexandria, VA US
11:30 a.m. ET
6
Forum on brand protection and anti-counterfeiting strategies Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:30 a.m. ET
6
Tour the Higgins Boat at USPTO Headquarters Alexandria, VA US
11:30 a.m. ET
6
Learn more about Broadest Reasonable Interpretation v. Phillips Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
6
Intellectual Property Basics and Local Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
7
China IP Road Show: strategies for IP protection in China — what Los Angeles-area businesses need to know Los Angeles, CA US
8:30 a.m. PT
7
Intellectual Property Basics and Local Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
7
Attorneys: Learn how to protect your client's IP abroad San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
7
Tour the Silicon Valley U.S. Patent and Trademark Office San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
8
Intellectual Property Basics and Local Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
9
Intellectual Property Basics and Local Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
10
Intellectual Property Basics and Local Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
11
StopFakesGov Houston: Learn to protect your intellectual property Houston, TX US
7:30 a.m. CT
11
Intellectual Property Basics and Local Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
11
Patent Quality Chat - webinar Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
11
Attend Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
11
Attend Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
11
Entrepreneurs: Add IP to your business strategy San Francisco, CA US
1:00 p.m. PT
12
Intellectual Property Basics and Local Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
12
Panel discussion at the Smithsonian: Software as Intellectual Property Virtual and
Washington, DC US
1:00 p.m. ET
13
STOPFakesGov Huntsville: Learn to protect your intellectual property Huntsville, AL US
7:30 a.m. CT
13
Patent Pro Bono Program conference Alexandria, VA US
9:15 a.m. ET
13
Intellectual Property Basics and Local Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
14
Intellectual Property Basics and Local Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
15
Intellectual Property Basics and Local Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
16
Intellectual Property Basics and Local Resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
18
Provide comments at the public hearing on the SUCCESS Act in Detroit Virtual and
Detroit, MI US
9:00 a.m. ET
18
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Agent Attorney 3-Day Course Dallas, TX US
8:30 a.m. CT
19
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Agent Attorney 3-Day Course Dallas, TX US
8:30 a.m. CT
19
Patent Wednesday Part 3: Patent Searching Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
19
Detroit Start Up Week Detroit, MI US
3:00 p.m. ET
20
Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) Agent Attorney 3-Day Course Dallas, TX US
8:30 a.m. CT
20
Spanish Language Inventor Info Chat Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
21
Inventors: Learn how to file your patent application using EFS-Web San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
24
Attend the fourth annual Capitol Hill Maker Faire Washington, DC US
9:00 a.m. ET
28
Inventors: Learn the basics of intellectual property with a focus on patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
July 2019
2
Advisory hours at The Commons on Champa Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
8
ARPA-E Energy Innovation Summit Aurora, CO US
12:00 p.m. MT
9
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like an examiner San Jose, CA US
8:30 a.m. PT
9
Attend Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
9
ARPA-E Energy Innovation Summit Aurora, CO US
12:00 p.m. MT
10
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like an examiner San Jose, CA US
8:30 a.m. PT
10
Statistics and Perspectives for Effective and Efficient Patent Prosecution
10:30 a.m. MT
10
ARPA-E Energy Innovation Summit Aurora, CO US
12:00 p.m. MT
10
Patent Workshop for Inventors, Entrepreneurs and Small Business Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
11
14th Annual Door County Intellectual Property Academy Sturgeon Bay, WI US
9:00 a.m. ET
11
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like an examiner San Jose, CA US
8:30 a.m. PT
11
Trademark Basics – What Every Small Business Should Know Now, Not Later Honolulu, HI US
6:00 p.m. HT
12
14th Annual Door County Intellectual Property Academy Sturgeon Bay, WI US
9:00 a.m. ET
12
Tour the Silicon Valley U.S. Patent and Trademark Office San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
13
Patent Searching for Beginners Cincinnati, OH US
2:30 p.m. CT
15
Past, present, and future: Celebrate seven years of the Elijah J. McCoy Midwest Regional USPTO Detroit, MI US
2:00 p.m. ET
16
Attend the seventh annual USPTO Additive Manufacturing Partnership Meeting Alexandria, VA US
1:00 p.m. ET
16
Strategies for biotech/medtech startups: Successfully navigating the USPTO and FDA South San Francisco, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
17
Patent Wednesday, Part One: Patent Process Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
17
Learn how to fund your venture: Licensing Executives Society series San Jose, CA US
6:30 p.m. PT
18
China IP Road Show: strategies for IP protection in China — what Georgia businesses need to know Atlanta, GA US
9:00 a.m. ET
18
Attend the TexasBarCLE Annual Advanced Patent Litigation Course San Antonio, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
18
Inventor Info Chat: Learn to use USPTO resources Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
18
Learn More about the Biologic Study and District Court Pharma Litigation Study Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
18
45th Annual IP Law Institute Mackinac Island , MI US
3:30 p.m. ET
19
Attend the TexasBarCLE Annual Advanced Patent Litigation Course San Antonio, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
19
Entrepreneurs: Learn about design patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. ET
19
The Path to a Patent, Part I: The patent application process Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
19
45th Annual IP Law Institute Mackinac Island , MI US
3:30 p.m. ET
20
45th Annual IP Law Institute Mackinac Island , MI US
3:30 p.m. ET
23
Apollo 50: The role of intellectual property in space commerce Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
2:00 p.m. ET
24
Attend the 16th annual summit on Protecting Innovations in the Financial Services Industry New York, NY US
8:00 a.m. ET
25
Brewing the American Dream speed coaching event Denver, CO US
6:00 p.m. MT
26
Attend the Trademark Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
26
Entrepreneurs: Learn how to search patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
29
Seminar: What happens if my trademark registration is audited? Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
3:00 p.m. ET
29
Parkman Branch Library Program: Learn about IP Detroit, MI US
5:30 p.m. ET
August 2019
1
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
2
The Path to a Patent, Part II: Patent searching Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
2
Tour the Silicon Valley U.S. Patent and Trademark Office San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
6
Learn online how examiners approach restriction practice
1:00 p.m. ET
6
Advisory hours at The Commons on Champa Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
7
Meet The Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
8
Attend the TexasBarCLE Annual Advanced In-House Counsel San Antonio, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
8
Patent Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
8
Learn more about Trial Practice Guide updates Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
9
Attend the TexasBarCLE Annual Advanced In-House Counsel San Antonio, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
9
Inventors: Learn how to draft your patent application San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
10
Trademark Searching for Beginners Cincinnati, OH US
2:30 p.m. CT
12
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Road Tour Southwest: Southern Arizona Tucson, AZ US
7:30 a.m. PT
13
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Road Tour Southwest: El Paso El Paso, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
13
Attend Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
13
Entrepreneurs: Learn how to search patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
13
Attend Trademark Tuesday Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
13
Rescheduled: Attend Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
13
Patents, trademarks, and your small business Los Angeles, CA US
3:00 p.m. PT
14
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Road Tour Southwest: Albuquerque Albuquerque, NM US
8:00 a.m. MT
15
Inventor Info Chat: Learn to write a persuasive appeal after a final rejection Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
15
Technology Center 2800 Circuits and Optics Customer Partnership Meeting
11:30 a.m. ET
16
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Road Tour: Boulder Boulder, CO US
7:15 a.m. MT
16
The Path to a Patent, Part III: Electronic filing using EFS-Web Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
20
Attend Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
20
Inventors Center of Kansas City, MO Kansas City, MO US
6:30 p.m. CT
21
Patent Wednesday, Part Two: Types of Patent Applications and How to File Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
21
Meet the Patent Experts: Class 4 Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
22
Learn the latest about PTAB appeal and AIA hearings Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
23
Inventors: Learn how to draft your patent claims San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
26
Parkman Branch Library Program: Learn about IP Detroit, MI US
5:30 p.m. ET
27
PTAB Public Hearing - APPLE INC., VISA INC., and VISA U.S.A. INC Detroit, MI US
1:00 p.m. ET
29
Attend the Seventh Annual Michigan Inventors Expo East Lansing, MI US
9:00 a.m. ET
30
Rocky Mountain USPTO Five Year Anniversary Celebration Denver, CO US
10:30 a.m. MT
September 2019
4
Meet The Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
5
PTAB Public Hearing -UNIFIED PATENTS, INC. v. MOBILITY WORKX, LLC Detroit, MI US
10:30 a.m. ET
5
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
5
Learn about this summer's precedential and informative PTAB decisions Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
6
Attorneys: Learn how to protect your client's IP abroad San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
6
Attorneys: Learn how to protect your client's IP abroad Detroit, MI US
1:00 p.m. ET
6
Tour the Silicon Valley U.S. Patent and Trademark Office San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
9
Inventors: Learn to think like an examiner
8:00 a.m. ET
10
Inventors: Learn to think like an examiner
8:00 a.m. ET
10
STOPfakes Roadshow Salt Lake City Sandy, UT US
8:30 a.m. MT
10
Rescheduled - TBD - Patent Quality Chat webinar – Filing structured text (DOCX): A smarter way to file Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
10
Attend Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
10
Attend Trademark Tuesday San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
11
Inventors: Learn to think like an examiner
8:00 a.m. ET
11
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
12
Inventors and entrepreneurs: Attend the pro bono tour in Nacogdoches Nacogdoches, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
12
STOPfakes Roadshow Denver Denver, CO US
8:30 a.m. MT
12
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
13
Invention-Con 2019: Leveraging Your Intellectual Property in the Marketplace Alexandria, VA US
8:30 a.m. ET
13
CANCELED - Inventors: Learn how to file your patent application using EFS-Web San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
13
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
14
Invention-Con 2019: Leveraging Your Intellectual Property in the Marketplace Alexandria, VA US
8:30 a.m. ET
14
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
15
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
16
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
17
Trademark basics: What your small business should know now, not later Ft. Mitchell, KY (Metro Cincinnati, Ohio), KY US
8:30 a.m. ET
17
Attend online: #USPTOHiresHeroes virtual career fair Virtual
10:00 a.m. ET
17
Entrepreneurs: Learn how to search patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
17
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
17
Trademark basics: What your small business should know now, not later Cincinnati, OH US
7:00 p.m. ET
18
Increase your startup's valuation through investment and licensing Palo Alto, CA US
8:30 a.m. PT
18
Meet the Patent Experts: Class 5 Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
18
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
19
Trending Issues in Trade Secrets: 2019 Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
19
Webinar: Understanding China’s design patents ─ CANCELED Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
19
Intellectual property workshop for innovators and entrepreneurs Charlotte, NC US
9:00 a.m. ET
19
Inventor Info Chat: Recap of Invention-Con 2019 Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
19
Learn about pro bono resources for inventors and entrepreneurs Milwaukee, WI US
4:00 p.m. CT
19
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
20
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
21
From IP to IPO: The business case for intellectual property Evanston, WY US
7:30 a.m. MT
21
ZooFiesta Washington , DC US
11:00 a.m. ET
21
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
22
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
23
19th Annual Great Lakes Women's Business Conference Novi, MI US
5:30 a.m. ET
23
Eastern District of Texas Bench Bar Conference Plano, TX US
7:00 a.m. CT
23
Trademark Public Advisory Committee public hearing on the proposed trademark fee schedule Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
2:00 p.m. ET
23
Parkman Branch Library Program: Learn about IP Detroit, MI US
5:30 p.m. ET
23
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
24
Eastern District of Texas Bench Bar Conference Plano, TX US
7:00 a.m. CT
24
Researching Patent and Trademark information New Brunswick, NJ US
9:15 a.m. ET
24
Patent Quality Chat webinar – Filing structured text (DOCX): A smarter way to file Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
24
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
25
Eastern District of Texas Bench Bar Conference Plano, TX US
7:00 a.m. CT
25
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
26
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
27
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
28
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
29
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
30
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
October 2019
1
Attend the American Bar Association IP WEST 2019 San Antonio, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
1
Advisory hours at The Commons on Champa Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
1
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
2
Attend the American Bar Association IP WEST 2019 San Antonio, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
2
Meet the Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
2
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
2
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Edina, MN US
7:00 p.m. CT
3
Attend the American Bar Association IP WEST 2019 San Antonio, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
3
China IP Road Show: Strategies for IP protection in China — what U.S. businesses need to know Princeton, NJ US
9:00 a.m. ET
3
Attorneys: Attend the PTAB/TTAB live hearing Stadium Tour at the Northwestern Pritzker School of Law in Chicago on Oct. 3, 2019 Chicago, IL US
9:00 a.m. ET
3
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
3
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
4
2019 Blacks in Technology Annual Conference Minneapolis, MN US
8:00 a.m. CT
4
Women of Color STEM Conference Detroit, MI US
10:00 a.m. ET
4
Learn the basics of intellectual property with a focus on patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
4
Tour the Silicon Valley USPTO San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
4
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
5
2019 Blacks in Technology Annual Conference Minneapolis, MN US
8:00 a.m. CT
5
Patent searching for beginners Cincinnati, OH US
2:30 p.m. ET
5
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
6
2019 Blacks in Technology Annual Conference Minneapolis, MN US
8:00 a.m. CT
6
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
7
2019 Blacks in Technology Annual Conference Minneapolis, MN US
8:00 a.m. CT
7
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
8
2019 Blacks in Technology Annual Conference Minneapolis, MN US
8:00 a.m. CT
8
Attend Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
8
Trademark Tuesday: The basics San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
8
Boise Startup Week: Understanding the mechanics of locking down your IP Boise, ID US
1:00 p.m. MT
8
How to prepare for the new TEAS login requirement Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
8
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
9
2019 Blacks in Technology Annual Conference Minneapolis, MN US
8:00 a.m. CT
9
Learn about pro bono resources for inventors and entrepreneurs Tuscaloosa, AL US
2:00 p.m. CT
9
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
9
Learn about pro bono resources for inventors and entrepreneurs Birmingham, AL US
6:30 p.m. CT
10
2019 Blacks in Technology Annual Conference Minneapolis, MN US
8:00 a.m. CT
10
Learn about pro bono resources for inventors and entrepreneurs Birmingham, AL US
10:00 a.m. CT
10
Learn about changes and improvements to PTAB practice and procedures in fiscal year 2019 Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
10
Learn about pro bono resources for inventors and entrepreneurs Miami, FL US
4:00 p.m. ET
10
Learn about IP at the next Changemaker Chat Miami, FL US
6:00 p.m. ET
10
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
11
2019 Blacks in Technology Annual Conference Minneapolis, MN US
8:00 a.m. CT
11
Douglas County Small Business Resource and Lenders Expo Parker, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
11
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
12
2019 Blacks in Technology Annual Conference Minneapolis, MN US
8:00 a.m. CT
15
Want to be a trademark examining attorney? Join the next #IPLawJobsPTO Twitter chat Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
16
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like an examiner
8:00 a.m. ET
16
Innovate Montana Butte, MT US
9:00 a.m. MT
16
Patent Wednesday, Part 1: Patent Process Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
16
Meet the Patent Experts: Class one Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
16
Learn about IP and the Patent Pro Bono Program at Catalyst Conversations Somerville, MA US
6:30 p.m. ET
17
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like an examiner
8:00 a.m. ET
18
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like an examiner
8:00 a.m. ET
18
Learn how to search patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
21
Learn about pro bono resources for inventors and entrepreneurs Houghton, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
21
Learn about pro bono resources for inventors and entrepreneurs L’Anse, MI US
3:00 p.m. ET
22
USPTO Midwest Region Patent Open Data Conference Detroit, MI US
9:30 a.m. ET
22
Attorneys: Attend the Power of IP Pro Bono hosted by the Chicago Bar Association Young Lawyers’ Section IP Committee Chicago, IL US
12:15 p.m. CT
22
Is CS invention: Aligning the invention education community with #CSforALL Salt Lake City, UT US
3:45 p.m. MT
25
Learn about design patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
27
Meet USPTO officials at the ACC Annual Meeting Phoenix, AZ US
8:00 a.m. MT
28
Meet USPTO officials at the ACC Annual Meeting Phoenix, AZ US
8:00 a.m. MT
28
Parkman Branch Library Program: Learn about IP Detroit, MI US
5:30 p.m. ET
29
Meet USPTO officials at the ACC Annual Meeting Phoenix, AZ US
8:00 a.m. MT
30
Intellectual Property Day @Cleveland Public Library Cleveland, OH US
9:00 a.m. ET
30
Meet USPTO officials at the ACC Annual Meeting Phoenix, AZ US
8:00 a.m. MT
30
Meet Collegiate Inventors Competition finalists and see their innovations Alexandria, VA US
2:00 p.m. ET
November 2019
1
Attend the Trademark Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
1
The Path to a Patent, Part I: The patent application process Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
1
Learn how to draft a patent application San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
1
Tour the Silicon Valley USPTO San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
5
Advisory hours at The Commons on Champa Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
6
Share your patent and trademark success stories
12:00 p.m. ET
6
Meet the Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
6
Noche de Ciencias 2019 Alexandria, VA US
5:30 p.m. ET
6
Patent workshop for inventors, entrepreneurs and small business owners Minneapolis, MN US
5:30 p.m. CT
7
Attend the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) Annual Convention Austin, TX US
11:00 a.m. CT
7
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
7
Learn more about appeals for independent inventors Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
8
Attend the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) Annual Convention Austin, TX US
11:00 a.m. CT
9
STEMQuest Kalamazoo, MI US
8:30 a.m. ET
9
Attend the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) Annual Convention Austin, TX US
11:00 a.m. CT
9
Trademark searching for beginners Cincinnati, OH US
2:30 p.m. ET
10
Attend the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) Annual Convention Austin, TX US
11:00 a.m. CT
11
The Center for American and International Law 57th Annual Conference on Intellectual Property Law Plano, TX US
8:30 a.m. CT
12
Attend BREW: Baton Rouge Entrepreneurship Week Baton Rouge, LA US
12:00 a.m. CT
12
The Center for American and International Law 57th Annual Conference on Intellectual Property Law Plano, TX US
8:30 a.m. CT
12
Rural and Independent Innovators Conference Dodge City, KS US
9:00 a.m. CT
12
Attend Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
12
Innovate Mississippis Annual Accelerate Conference Jackson, MS US
1:00 p.m. CT
12
Trademark Tuesday: The basics San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
12
Trademark Tuesday: The basics Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
13
Patent Pro Bono Round Table Detroit, MI US
9:30 a.m. ET
13
Learn how to search patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
13
Innovate Mississippis Annual Accelerate Conference Jackson, MS US
1:00 p.m. CT
13
Learn to use DOCX in your patent applications
2:00 p.m. ET
13
Denver Fashion Week Denver, CO US
6:30 p.m. MT
14
Patent Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
15
Learn how to draft patent claims San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
15
The future of intellectual property: Examining IP in a changing world Los Angeles, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
19
Learn to use DOCX in your patent applications
11:00 a.m. ET
20
China’s shifting IP landscape and the consequences for rights holders Alexandria, VA US
9:45 a.m. ET
20
Patent Wednesday, Part 2: Types of Patent Applications and How to File Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
20
Meet the Patent Experts: Class two Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
21
Learn the latest about AIA trials for independent inventors Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
26
Learn to use DOCX in your patent applications
1:00 p.m. ET
December 2019
3
Advisory hours at The Commons on Champa Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
3
Trademark Tuesday: Post-registration San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
3
Trademark Tuesday: Post-registration Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
3
Trademark Tuesday: Post-registration Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
4
Motion to amend practice in AIA trials Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
4
Meet the Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
4
Learn to use DOCX in your patent applications
2:00 p.m. ET
4
Learn about the USPTO IP Attaché Program New Orleans, LA US
2:00 p.m. CT
5
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Detroit, MI US
12:00 p.m. ET
6
Attorneys: Learn how to protect your client's IP abroad San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
6
Attorneys: Learn how to protect your client's IP abroad Denver, CO US
11:00 a.m. MT
6
Attorneys: Learn how to protect your client's IP abroad Detroit, MI US
1:00 p.m. ET
6
Tour the Silicon Valley USPTO San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
9
Parkman Branch Library Program: Learn about IP Detroit, MI US
5:30 p.m. ET
10
IP attaché roundtable Washington, DC US
9:00 a.m. ET
10
AIPLA on the road: Learn the latest on patent practice before the USPTO and the PTAB Boston, MA US
9:00 a.m. ET
10
Learn to use DOCX in your patent applications
11:00 a.m. ET
10
Attend Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
10
Learn online how examiners approach unity of invention
1:00 p.m. ET
10
What’s the impact of the mandatory electronic filing rule change? Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
11
Learn online how examiners approach unity of invention
1:00 p.m. ET
13
Learn how to file your patent application using EFS-Web San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
17
Learn how to search patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
18
Patent Wednesday, Part 3 Patent Searching Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
18
Learn to use DOCX in your patent applications
2:00 p.m. ET
January 2020
2
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
7
Get in the Game at CES 2020: Stop by the USPTO and U.S. government partners exhibit Las Vegas, NV US
10:00 a.m. PT
7
Advisory hours at The Commons on Champa Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
7
National Inventors Hall of Fame inductee list announcement at CES 2020 Las Vegas, NV US
1:00 p.m. PT
8
Get in the Game at CES 2020: Stop by the USPTO and U.S. government partners exhibit Las Vegas, NV US
10:00 a.m. PT
8
Meet the Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
9
USPTO director presents at TAMEST 2020 Annual Conference Dallas, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
9
Small business owners: Learn to contract with the USPTO Washington, DC , DC US
9:00 a.m. ET
9
Get in the Game at CES 2020: Stop by the USPTO and U.S. government partners exhibit Las Vegas, NV US
10:00 a.m. PT
10
Get in the Game at CES 2020: Stop by the USPTO and U.S. government partners exhibit Las Vegas, NV US
10:00 a.m. PT
10
Learn the basics of intellectual property with a focus on patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
10
Tour the Silicon Valley USPTO San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
13
IP basics at the Rocky Mountain Inventors Association Denver, CO US
7:00 p.m. MT
14
Attend Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
14
IP basics at the Rocky Mountain Inventors Association Denver, CO US
7:00 p.m. MT
15
Patent Wednesday, Part one: Patent Process Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
15
Patent Wednesday, part one: Patent Process Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
15
Meet the Patent Experts: class three Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
15
IP basics at the Rocky Mountain Inventors Association Denver, CO US
7:00 p.m. MT
16
IP basics at the Rocky Mountain Inventors Association Denver, CO US
7:00 p.m. MT
17
IP basics at the Rocky Mountain Inventors Association Denver, CO US
7:00 p.m. MT
18
IP basics at the Rocky Mountain Inventors Association Denver, CO US
7:00 p.m. MT
19
IP basics at the Rocky Mountain Inventors Association Denver, CO US
7:00 p.m. MT
20
IP basics at the Rocky Mountain Inventors Association Denver, CO US
7:00 p.m. MT
21
Learn about the USPTO from the patent pro bono team Seattle, WA US
3:30 p.m. PT
21
IP basics at the Rocky Mountain Inventors Association Denver, CO US
7:00 p.m. MT
21
Learn about pro bono resources for inventors and entrepreneurs Seattle , WA US
6:00 p.m. PT
22
Professional Responsibility and Practice Before the US Patent and Trademark Office and the Patent Pro Bono Program Redmond, WA US
12:00 p.m. PT
22
IP basics at the Rocky Mountain Inventors Association Denver, CO US
7:00 p.m. MT
23
IP basics at the Rocky Mountain Inventors Association Denver, CO US
7:00 p.m. MT
24
The Path to a Patent, Part I: The patent application process Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
24
Learn how to search patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
24
IP basics at the Rocky Mountain Inventors Association Denver, CO US
7:00 p.m. MT
27
Parkman Branch Library Program: Learn about IP Detroit, MI US
5:30 p.m. ET
28
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like an examiner (STEPP) 3-day course Miami Beach, FL US
8:30 a.m. ET
28
Small business owners: Winter showcase small business seminar Alexandria, VA US
8:30 a.m. ET
28
Attend the Biotechnology, Chemical and Pharmaceutical Partnership Meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
10:30 a.m. ET
29
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like an examiner (STEPP) 3-day course Miami Beach, FL US
8:30 a.m. ET
30
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like an examiner (STEPP) 3-day course Miami Beach, FL US
8:30 a.m. ET
30
Colorado BioScience Association Roundtable Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
February 2020
4
A conversation with Dean Kamen Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
11:00 a.m. ET
4
Advisory hours at The Commons on Champa Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
5
Texas regional office director and assistant director speak at State Bar of Texas annual meeting Houston, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
5
Meet the Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
6
Texas regional office director and assistant director speak at State Bar of Texas annual meeting Houston, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
6
Patent Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
6
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
6
Patents, trademarks, and your small business Los Angeles, CA US
2:00 p.m. PT
7
Texas regional office director and assistant director speak at State Bar of Texas annual meeting Houston, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
7
Attend the Trademark Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
7
The Path to a Patent, Part II: Patent searching Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
7
Learn about design patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
7
Tour the Silicon Valley USPTO San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
11
STOPfakes Roadshow Sacramento Sacramento, CA US
8:30 a.m. PT
11
Attend Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
11
Learn online how examiners approach examination of ranges
1:00 p.m. ET
11
Trademark basics San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
11
Trademark basics: What every business should know now not later Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
11
Trademark Fundamentals Denver, CO US
3:00 p.m. MT
12
Learn online how examiners approach examination of ranges
1:00 p.m. ET
12
Trademark Basics: What every small business should know now, not later – Napa Napa, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
12
Trademark Basics: What every small business should know now, not later – Santa Rosa Santa Rosa, CA US
5:30 p.m. PT
13
STOPfakes Roadshow San Jose San Jose, CA US
8:30 a.m. PT
18
Attend a Black History Month Celebration at the Midwest Regional USPTO Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
19
Cincinnati entrepreneurs: Learn valuable IP basics Cincinnati, OH US
10:00 a.m. ET
19
Patent Quality Chat webinar – Application readiness: Assessing incoming applications Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
19
Patent Wednesday, Part two: Types of Patent Applications and How to File Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
19
Learn how to search patents San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
19
Meet the Patent Experts: class four Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
21
Texas Regional USPTO director to speak at IP symposium Austin, TX US
8:00 a.m. CT
21
Patent Examiner Recruitment Open House - Atlanta Atlanta, GA US
9:00 a.m. ET
21
Utah Bar Association's Annual IP Summit Salt Lake City, UT US
9:00 a.m. MT
21
Learn how to draft a patent application San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
22
Patent Examiner Recruitment Open House - Atlanta Atlanta, GA US
9:00 a.m. ET
24
Parkman Branch Library Program: Learn about IP Detroit, MI US
5:30 p.m. ET
25
USPTO and Tuskegee University Black History Month celebration Tuskegee, AL US
1:00 p.m. CT
25
Intellectual Property 101 Fort Collins, CO US
2:00 p.m. MT
25
Protecting your IP in an online market Fort Collins, CO US
3:00 p.m. MT
26
Small business owners: Learn to contract with the USPTO Alexandria, VA US
8:00 a.m. ET
26
Copyright basics and considerations for entrepreneurs San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
26
Copyright basics and considerations for entrepreneurs Denver, CO US
11:00 a.m. MT
26
Copyright basics and considerations for entrepreneurs Dallas, TX US
12:00 p.m. CT
26
USPTO roundtable on IP enforcement: what Alabama rights holders need to know Huntsville, AL US
1:00 p.m. CT
26
Learn about prototypes and patents Pueblo, CO US
6:00 p.m. MT
27
USPTO and Alabama A&M Black History Month celebration Huntsville, AL US
12:00 p.m. CT
27
Federal Engineering Hiring Fair San Francisco, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
28
Patent Examiner Recruitment Open House - Alexandria, VA Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
28
Learn how to draft patent claims San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
29
Patent Examiner Recruitment Open House - Alexandria, VA Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
March 2020
3
2020 Women's Entrepreneurship Symposium Alexandria, VA US
12:30 p.m. ET
3
Advisory hours at The Commons on Champa Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
4
Meet the Trademark Experts Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
5
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
6
Learn how to protect your IP abroad San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
6
Attorneys: Learn how to protect your client's IP abroad Detroit, MI US
1:00 p.m. ET
6
Tour the Silicon Valley USPTO San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
7
Trademark searching for beginners Cincinnati, OH US
2:30 p.m. ET
10
Attend Trademark Tuesday Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
10
Maintaining your federal trademark registration San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
11
Maintaining Your Trademark Registration -POSTPONED Denver, CO US
1:00 a.m. MT
14
National Patent Application Drafting Competition, Midwest region - teleconference only Detroit, MI US
8:00 a.m. ET
14
National Patent Application Drafting Competition, Alexandria - teleconference only Alexandria, VA US
8:00 a.m. ET
14
National Patent Application Drafting Competition, Silicon Valley Region - teleconference only San Jose, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
14
National Patent Application Drafting Competition, Texas region - teleconference only Dallas, TX US
11:00 a.m. CT
17
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner (STEPP) 3-day course - POSTPONED Seattle, WA US
8:30 a.m. ET
17
Learn how to search patents -teleconference only San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
17
Texas Regional Director Shimabuku speaks at IPWatchdog Con2020 - RESCHEDULED Richardson, TX US
3:30 p.m. CT
17
SXSW 2020 panel discussion: Patents and Business, Begin with Nothing but an Idea - CANCELED Virtual and
Austin, TX US
3:30 p.m. CT
18
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner (STEPP) 3-day course - POSTPONED Seattle, WA US
8:30 a.m. ET
18
Patent Wednesday, Part three: Patent Searching - teleconference only Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
18
Options for Intellectual Property and Technology Dispute Resolution: Developments and Practice -CANCELED San Jose, CA US
12:30 p.m. PT
18
Meet the Patent Experts: class five - CANCELED Dallas, TX US
3:30 p.m. CT
19
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner (STEPP) 3-day course - POSTPONED Seattle, WA US
8:30 a.m. ET
19
China IP Road Show: Minneapolis - POSTPONED Minneapolis, MN US
12:00 p.m. CT
20
Learn how to file your patent application using EFS-Web -RESCHEDULED San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
20
SXSW 2020 panel discussion: Army Food Trucks? - CANCELED Virtual and
Austin, TX US
6:30 p.m. CT
23
Parkman Branch Library Program: Learn about IP - teleconference only Detroit, MI US
5:30 p.m. ET
25
China IP Road Show: Clearwater- POSTPONED Clearwater, FL US
9:00 a.m. ET
27
2020 New Mexico Tech Inventors & Entrepreneurs Workshop - CANCELED Socorro, NM US
8:00 p.m. MT
April 2020
1
Learn about mechanical disciplines at the TC 3600 and TC 3700 Customer Partnership Meeting - POSTPONED Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
1
Meet the Trademark Experts - teleconference only Dallas, TX US
1:30 p.m. CT
2
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources - teleconference only Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
3
Learn the basics of intellectual property with a focus on patents -virtual only San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
3
Tour the Silicon Valley USPTO -POSTPONED San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
7
Developing the Digital Marketplace for Copyrighted Works (Fourth Public Meeting) - POSTPONED Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
10
Learn how to search patents -virtual only San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
14
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training
11:00 a.m. ET
14
Trademark Basics - teleconference only Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
14
Learn online how examiners approach 35 U.S.C. 103 – Obviousness rejections
1:00 p.m. ET
15
Small business owners: Learn to contract with the USPTO - POSTPONED Quantico, VA US
10:00 a.m. ET
15
Learn about USPTO resources at the FIRST Championship Houston - CANCELED Houston, TX US
9:00 a.m. CT
15
Patent Wednesday, part one: Patent Process - teleconference only Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
15
Learn online how examiners approach 35 U.S.C. 103 – Obviousness rejections
1:00 p.m. ET
15
Meet the Patent Experts: Class one - teleconference only Dallas, TX US
1:30 p.m. CT
16
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training
9:30 a.m. ET
16
Learn about USPTO resources at the FIRST Championship Houston - CANCELED Houston, TX US
9:00 a.m. CT
17
Learn about USPTO resources at the FIRST Championship Houston - CANCELED Houston, TX US
9:00 a.m. CT
17
Learn about design patents -virtual only San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
17
Attend the Trademark Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
1:00 p.m. ET
18
Learn about USPTO resources at the FIRST Championship Houston - CANCELED Houston, TX US
9:00 a.m. CT
20
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like an examiner (STEPP) 3-day course - POSTPONED San Juan, PR US
8:30 a.m. ET
21
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like an examiner (STEPP) 3-day course - POSTPONED San Juan, PR US
8:30 a.m. ET
21
International Patent Cooperation Initiatives - Patent Quality Chat webinar Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
21
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training
1:00 p.m. ET
22
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like an examiner (STEPP) 3-day course - POSTPONED San Juan, PR US
8:30 a.m. ET
23
Attend the 14th Annual Design Day - CANCELED Alexandria, VA US
8:00 a.m. ET
23
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training
1:00 p.m. ET
23
Your patent questions answered by the Patent Pro Bono Program California Lawyers for the Arts - webinar Virtual
11:00 a.m. PT
24
The Path to a Patent, Part I: The patent application process - teleconference only Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
27
DOCX filing and Patent Center update - Webinar series
11:00 a.m. ET
27
Parkman Branch Library Program: Learn about IP - teleconference only Detroit, MI US
5:30 p.m. ET
28
Gender Diversity in Innovation Toolkit Virtual Roadshow - teleconference only
2:00 p.m. ET
May 2020
1
Everything you need to know about appearing before PTAB these days Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
1
Learn how to draft a patent application -virtual only San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
1
Professional responsibility and ethics - teleconference only Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
1
Professional responsibility and ethics - teleconference only Virtual and
Denver, CO US
11:00 a.m. MT
1
Professional responsibility and ethics - teleconference only Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
1
Tour the Silicon Valley USPTO -POSTPONED San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
5
Learn how to search patents -virtual only San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
5
IP protection during and after the Pandemic - webcast Virtual and
Denver, CO US
1:30 p.m. MT
6
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn the critical role IP plays in building your business
10:00 a.m. ET
6
Meet the Trademark Experts - teleconference only Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
7
Highlights from the field: Current IP developments in China
9:00 a.m. ET
7
Patent Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
11:00 a.m. ET
7
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources - teleconference only Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
7
Learn about the USPTO's nationwide Patent Pro Bono Program
1:00 p.m. ET
8
The Path to a Patent, Part II: Patent searching - teleconference only Virtual and
Denver, CO US
10:00 a.m. MT
12
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like an examiner (STEPP) 3-day course - POSTPONED Boston, MA US
8:30 a.m. ET
12
Trademark Basics - teleconference only Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
12
Trademark basics - virtual only San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
12
Trademark Fundamentals - teleconference only Virtual and
Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
13
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like an examiner (STEPP) 3-day course - POSTPONED Boston, MA US
8:30 a.m. ET
13
Learn about the USPTO's Nationwide Pro Bono Program - webinar Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
14
Learn to argue before PTAB Virtual
12:00 a.m. ET
14
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like an examiner (STEPP) 3-day course - POSTPONED Boston, MA US
8:30 a.m. ET
14
Small business owners: Learn to contract with the USPTO - POSTPONED Fort Belvoir, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
14
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training
1:00 p.m. ET
15
Learn how to draft patent claims -virtual only San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
15
Learn how to draft patent claims - teleconference only Virtual and
Denver, CO US
11:00 a.m. MT
18
Parkman Branch Library Program: Learn about IP - teleconference only Detroit, MI US
5:30 p.m. ET
19
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training
1:00 p.m. ET
20
Learn how to use IP to protect and grow your business at Addison Treehouse - CANCELED Addison, TX US
9:00 a.m. CT
20
Patent Wednesday, part two: Types of Patent Applications and How to File - teleconference only Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
20
Meet the Patent Experts: Class two - teleconference only Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
20
Learn how to draft a patent application - POSTPONED San Diego, CA US
2:00 p.m. PT
20
Learn about IP basics and patent applications - virtual only San Diego, CA US
2:00 p.m. PT
26
Tuesday, May 26: A USPTO Speaker Series conversation with Steve Young Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
27
Trademark basics - virtual only San Diego, CA US
2:00 p.m. PT
28
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training
1:00 p.m. ET
June 2020
1
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training
1:00 p.m. ET
4
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources - teleconference only Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
4
Learn about the USPTO's nationwide Patent Pro Bono Program
1:00 p.m. ET
5
Learn how to protect your IP abroad -virtual only San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
5
Learn how to protect your IP abroad - teleconference only
1:00 p.m. ET
5
Learn how to protect your IP abroad - teleconference only Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
5
Learn how to protect your IP abroad–via teleconference
12:00 p.m. CT
5
Tour the Silicon Valley USPTO -POSTPONED San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
9
2020 Business Methods Partnership Meeting - POSTPONED Alexandria, VA US
10:00 a.m. ET
9
Trademark Basics - teleconference only Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
9
Learn online how examiners approach double patenting
1:00 p.m. ET
9
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training
1:00 p.m. ET
9
Maintaining your federal trademark registration -virtual only San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
9
Maintaining your trademark registration - teleconference only Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
9
Maintaining your federal trademark registration - teleconference only
2:00 p.m. CT
9
Trademarks Webinar Series: Madrid Protocol Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
10
Learn online how examiners approach double patenting
1:00 p.m. ET
10
Learn how to draft a patent application - virtual only San Diego, CA US
2:00 p.m. PT
11
Learn about new developments in AIA trials Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
11
Learn online how examiners approach double patenting
1:00 p.m. ET
12
Learn how to file your patent application using EFS-Web - virtual only San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
12
Learn how to file your patent application using EFS-Web - teleconference only Detroit, MI US
1:00 p.m. ET
12
Learn how to file your patent application using EFS-Web - virtual only Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
15
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training
1:00 p.m. ET
16
Copyright basics and considerations for entrepreneurs and small businesses - Virtual only
1:00 p.m. ET
16
Top trademark and copyright cases in China: What rights holders need to know Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
17
Patent Wednesday, Part three: Patent Searching - teleconference only Detroit, MI US
12:30 p.m. ET
17
Trademark application walk-through - virtual only San Diego, CA US
2:00 p.m. PT
18
Trademark Boot Camp – Nuts and bolts of trademark law Virtual and
Dallas, TX US
8:15 a.m. CT
18
Learn to argue before PTAB Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
18
Trademark Boot Camp – Practicing before TTAB: Attend hearings and chat with judges Virtual and
Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
19
IP basics and USPTO resources for SBIR/STTR applicants and support organizations
12:00 p.m. ET
19
Learn about USPTO resources available to small businesses Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
19
Learn how to search patents -virtual only San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
19
Professional responsibility and ethics - teleconference only
1:00 p.m. ET
22
Parkman Branch Library Program: Learn about IP - teleconference only Detroit, MI US
5:30 p.m. ET
23
The Path to a Patent, Part I: Patent searching Virtual
2:30 p.m. ET
24
Learn about the USPTO's nationwide Pro Bono Program – webinar Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
25
State Bar of Texas annual meeting - CANCELED Dallas, TX US
7:00 a.m. CT
25
Learn to argue before PTAB Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
25
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
26
State Bar of Texas annual meeting - CANCELED Dallas, TX US
7:00 a.m. CT
July 2020
1
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
2
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources - teleconference only Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
9
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
9
Learn to protect your IP on a reduced budget Virtual
12:00 p.m. PT
10
Learn the basics of intellectual property with a focus on patents Virtual
10:00 a.m. PT
10
Tour the Silicon Valley USPTO -POSTPONED San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
13
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
14
Trademark Basics - teleconference only Virtual
12:30 p.m. ET
15
Patent Wednesday, part one: Patent Process - teleconference only Virtual
12:30 p.m. ET
15
Intellectual Property 101
2:00 p.m. ET
16
18th Rocky Mountain IP Institute PLUS - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
17
Learn how to search patents Virtual
10:00 a.m. PT
17
18th Rocky Mountain IP Institute PLUS - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
17
Intellectual Property Fundamentals 2020 - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
18
18th Rocky Mountain IP Institute PLUS - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
19
18th Rocky Mountain IP Institute PLUS - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
20
18th Rocky Mountain IP Institute PLUS - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
21
18th Rocky Mountain IP Institute PLUS - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
22
18th Rocky Mountain IP Institute PLUS - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
23
Using overlapping IP rights to protect your products in China Virtual
10:30 a.m. ET
23
Learn from PTAB about the USPTO's prioritized programs Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
23
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
23
18th Rocky Mountain IP Institute PLUS - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
24
Learn about design patents Virtual and
San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
24
Learn about design patents - virtual Virtual and
Denver, CO US
11:00 a.m. MT
24
Learn about design patents Virtual and
Dallas, TX US
12:00 p.m. CT
24
Attend the Trademark Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
24
Learn about design patents Virtual and
Detroit, MI US
1:00 p.m. ET
24
Learn about design patents Virtual and
Alexandria , VA US
1:00 p.m. ET
24
18th Rocky Mountain IP Institute PLUS - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
25
18th Rocky Mountain IP Institute PLUS - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
26
18th Rocky Mountain IP Institute PLUS - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
27
18th Rocky Mountain IP Institute PLUS - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
27
Parkman Branch Library Program: Learn about IP - teleconference only Virtual
5:30 p.m. ET
28
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner (STEPP) three-day course - CANCELED Minneapolis, MN US
8:30 a.m. CT
28
18th Rocky Mountain IP Institute PLUS - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
29
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner (STEPP) three-day course - CANCELED Minneapolis, MN US
8:30 a.m. CT
29
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
29
18th Rocky Mountain IP Institute PLUS - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
30
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner (STEPP) three-day course - CANCELED Minneapolis, MN US
8:30 a.m. CT
30
18th Rocky Mountain IP Institute PLUS - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
31
The Path to a Patent, Part I: IP basics - virtual Virtual
10:00 a.m. MT
31
18th Rocky Mountain IP Institute PLUS - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
August 2020
1
18th Rocky Mountain IP Institute PLUS - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
2
18th Rocky Mountain IP Institute PLUS - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
3
18th Rocky Mountain IP Institute PLUS - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
4
18th Rocky Mountain IP Institute PLUS - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
5
Meet the Trademark Experts
12:30 p.m. CT
5
18th Rocky Mountain IP Institute PLUS - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
6
Learn how to file a patent Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
6
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources - teleconference only Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
6
18th Rocky Mountain IP Institute PLUS - virtual conference Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
7
Learn how to draft a patent application Virtual
10:00 a.m. PT
7
The Path to a Patent, Part II: Learn how to draft a patent application - virtual Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
7
Mock argument practicum
1:00 p.m. ET
7
Tour the Silicon Valley USPTO -POSTPONED San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
7
Check out USPTO resources for independent inventors, small business owners, and entrepreneurs Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
10
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Virtual Road Tour Virtual
12:15 p.m. MT
11
Technology Center 2800 Virtual Customer Partnership Meeting
12:00 p.m. ET
11
Trademark Basics - teleconference only Virtual
12:30 p.m. ET
11
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Virtual Road Tour Virtual
12:15 p.m. MT
11
Trademark basics Virtual
12:00 p.m. PT
11
Trademark fundamentals - virtual Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
12
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Virtual Road Tour Virtual
12:15 p.m. MT
13
Patent Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual
10:30 a.m. ET
13
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Virtual Road Tour Virtual
12:15 p.m. MT
14
The Path to a Patent, Part III: Patent searching - virtual Virtual
10:00 a.m. MT
14
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Virtual Road Tour Virtual
12:15 p.m. MT
18
Learn how to search patents Virtual
10:00 a.m. PT
19
Patent Wednesday, part two: Types of Patent Applications and How to File - teleconference only Virtual
12:30 p.m. ET
19
Meet the Patent Experts: Class three Virtual
12:30 p.m. CT
21
Patent Public Advisory Committe executive session
3:00 p.m. ET
22
Invention-Con 2020: Your IP: A power tool for building success Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
24
Parkman Branch Library Program: Learn about IP - teleconference only Virtual
5:30 p.m. ET
26
Learn to search trademarks using USPTO resources Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
27
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
28
Learn how to draft patent claims Virtual
10:00 a.m. PT
September 2020
2
Meet the Trademark Experts Virtual
12:30 p.m. CT
3
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources - teleconference only Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
3
Learn the intricacies of ex parte appeals from PTAB judges Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
4
Tour the Silicon Valley USPTO -POSTPONED San Jose, CA US
12:00 p.m. PT
8
Trademark Basics - teleconference only Virtual
12:30 p.m. ET
8
Maintaining your federal trademark registration Virtual
12:00 p.m. PT
8
Maintaining your trademark registration Denver, CO US
1:00 p.m. MT
10
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
11
Learn how to protect your IP abroad Virtual
10:00 a.m. PT
11
Learn how to protect your IP abroad - virtual Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
11
Learn how to protect your IP abroad Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
11
2020 Patent Public Advisory Committee annual report discussion Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
14
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Virtual Road Tour Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
14
Inaugural meeting of the National Council for Expanding American Innovation
1:00 p.m. ET
15
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Virtual Road Tour Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
15
Safeguarding Trade Secrets in China’s Changing IP Landscape Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
16
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Virtual Road Tour Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
16
Patent Wednesday, part three: Patent Searching - teleconference only Virtual
12:30 p.m. ET
16
Meet the Patent Experts: Class four Virtual
12:30 p.m. CT
17
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Virtual Road Tour Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
17
Attend the Biotechnology, Chemical, and Pharmaceutical Partnership Meeting Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
17
Watch the 2020 Patents for Humanity awards ceremony Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
18
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Virtual Road Tour Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
18
Learn how to file your patent application using EFS-Web Virtual
10:00 a.m. PT
18
Learn how to file your patent application using EFS-Web - virtual Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
21
Learn about helpful resources for innovators during Virtual National HBCU Week 2020 Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
22
Virtual Women's Global Trade Empowerment Forum Virtual and
Dallas, TX US
11:00 a.m. CT
22
2020 Patent Public Advisory Committee annual report discussion Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
22
Demystifying the Patent Petition Process Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
23
Promoting innovation in the life science sector and supporting pro-competitive collaborations: The role of intellectual property Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
24
Promoting innovation in the life science sector and supporting pro-competitive collaborations: The role of intellectual property Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
24
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
28
Parkman Branch Library Program: Learn about IP - teleconference only Virtual
5:30 p.m. ET
29
Learn how to search patents Virtual
10:00 a.m. PT
29
K-12 Education IP Workshop Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
30
K-12 IP Education Office Hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
October 2020
1
National Patent Application Drafting Competition
8:00 a.m. ET
1
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
1
Career Mingle Virtual Conference and Job Fair Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
2
Career Mingle Virtual Conference and Job Fair Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
2
The Path to a Patent, Part I: IP basics Virtual
10:00 a.m. MT
3
Career Mingle Virtual Conference and Job Fair Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
7
2020 Hispanic Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
7
Meet the Trademark Experts Virtual and
Dallas, TX US
12:30 p.m. CT
8
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
9
The Path to a Patent, Part II: Patent searching Virtual
10:00 a.m. MT
9
Mock argument practicum
1:00 p.m. ET
13
Attend a National Council for Expanding American Innovation virtual launch Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
13
Trademark Basics Virtual
12:30 p.m. ET
13
Trademark fundamentals Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
15
Hear from USPTO experts at the State Bar of Texas Advanced Intellectual Property Litigation Course Virtual
8:00 a.m. CT
15
Small business owners: Find opportunities at the 30th Annual Government Procurement Conference – NEW DATE Virtual
10:00 a.m. ET
16
Small business owners: Find opportunities at the AUSA's small business seminar and matchmaking event Virtual
8:00 a.m. ET
16
Hear from USPTO experts at the State Bar of Texas Advanced Intellectual Property Litigation Course Virtual
8:00 a.m. CT
16
Learn about design patents Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
16
2020 Patent Public Advisory Committee annual report discussion Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
17
2021 National Patent Application Drafting Competition Information Session Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
20
How the U.S. government can help companies protect and enforce their IP in China Virtual
10:00 a.m. ET
21
Patent Wednesday, part one: Patent Process Virtual
12:30 p.m. ET
21
Meet the Patent Experts: Class five Virtual
12:30 p.m. CT
21
A USPTO Speaker Series fireside chat with Dr. Marian Rogers Croak Virtual
3:30 p.m. ET
22
Director Iancu kicks off AIPLA Annual Meeting 2020 Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
22
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
22
Learn to protect your IP on a reduced budget Virtual
12:00 p.m. PT
22
Copyright basics and considerations for entrepreneurs Virtual
2:00 p.m. PT
24
Senator Enzi's Conference: The Business case for intellectual property Virtual
11:15 a.m. MT
26
Parkman Branch Library Program: Learn about IP Virtual
5:30 p.m. ET
27
2020 Veterans Innovation and Entrepreneurship program Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
27
STEM Briefing: Invention Education
1:30 p.m. ET
27
Learn to search trademarks using USPTO resources Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
27
#HBCUtoUSPTO Twitter Chat Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
27
Boise Startup Week: Pitfalls and resources for creatives Virtual
2:00 p.m. MT
27
Intellectual Property (IP) Workshop for K12 Educators
6:00 p.m. ET
28
K-12 IP Education Office Hours
3:00 p.m. ET
29
Pro bono, ProBoPat, and the USPTO Virtual
4:00 p.m. MT
30
The Path to a Patent, Part III: Learn how to draft a patent application Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
30
Attend the Trademark Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
November 2020
2
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Virtual Road Tour Southern Region Virtual
8:00 a.m. CT
3
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Virtual Road Tour Southern Region Virtual
8:00 a.m. CT
4
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Virtual Road Tour Southern Region Virtual
8:00 a.m. CT
4
Meet the Trademark Experts Virtual
12:30 p.m. CT
5
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Virtual Road Tour Southern Region Virtual
8:00 a.m. CT
5
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
5
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
6
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Virtual Road Tour Southern Region Virtual
8:00 a.m. CT
7
2021 National Patent Application Drafting Competition: Prior art search class Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
9
USPTO Director Andrei Iancu to speak at 58th Annual Conference on Intellectual Property Law Virtual
9:00 a.m. CT
10
Get the USPTO to SXSW Online 2021
8:00 a.m. ET
10
USPTO Director Andrei Iancu to speak at 58th Annual Conference on Intellectual Property Law Virtual
9:00 a.m. CT
10
Trademark Basics Virtual
12:30 p.m. ET
10
Learn from USPTO representatives at the Innovate Mississippi Accelerate Conference Jackson, MS US
1:00 p.m. CT
10
Federal Trademarks:  Why you should protect your valuable company name Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
10
Trademark Application Walk-through Virtual
12:00 p.m. PT
10
Trademark practitioners: learn about representation, signatures, and ethical issues in trademark cases Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
11
Get the USPTO to SXSW Online 2021
8:00 a.m. ET
11
Meet USPTO representatives during Baton Rouge Entrepreneurship Week (BREW) 2020 Virtual
9:00 a.m. CT
11
Learn from USPTO representatives at the Innovate Mississippi Accelerate Conference Jackson, MS US
1:00 p.m. CT
12
Get the USPTO to SXSW Online 2021
8:00 a.m. ET
12
Meet USPTO representatives during Baton Rouge Entrepreneurship Week (BREW) 2020 Virtual
9:00 a.m. CT
13
Get the USPTO to SXSW Online 2021
8:00 a.m. ET
13
Meet USPTO representatives during Baton Rouge Entrepreneurship Week (BREW) 2020 Virtual
9:00 a.m. CT
13
The Path to a Patent, Part IV: Learn how to draft patent claims Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
14
Get the USPTO to SXSW Online 2021
8:00 a.m. ET
14
2021 National Patent Application Drafting Competition: Claims drafting course Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
15
Get the USPTO to SXSW Online 2021
8:00 a.m. ET
16
Get the USPTO to SXSW Online 2021
8:00 a.m. ET
17
Get the USPTO to SXSW Online 2021
8:00 a.m. ET
18
Get the USPTO to SXSW Online 2021
8:00 a.m. ET
18
Patent Wednesday, part two: Types of Patent Applications and How to File Virtual
12:30 p.m. ET
18
Meet the Patent Experts: Class one Virtual
12:30 p.m. CT
18
Putting COVID-19 vaccine research in perspective: Learning from the past Virtual
2:30 p.m. ET
19
Get the USPTO to SXSW Online 2021
8:00 a.m. ET
19
Patent Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
19
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
20
Get the USPTO to SXSW Online 2021
8:00 a.m. ET
20
Learn how to protect your IP abroad Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
23
Parkman Branch Library Program: Learn about IP Virtual
5:30 p.m. ET
24
Intellectual Property (IP) Workshop for K12 Educators
6:00 p.m. ET
25
K-12 IP Education Office Hours
3:00 p.m. ET
December 2020
2
Meet the Trademark Experts Virtual
12:30 p.m. CT
3
Trends in trademarks at the USPTO and the Israel Patent Office Virtual
10:00 a.m. ET
3
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
4
The Path to a Patent, Part V: Learn how to file your patent application using EFS-Web Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
8
Trademark Basics Virtual
12:30 p.m. ET
8
Maintaining your federal trademark registration Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
10
Learn about multiple petitions, motions to amend, and SOP2-related forms Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
10
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
12
Patent Prosecution Boot Camp, Module One Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
15
The 14th annual USPTO-GIPC IP attaché roundtable
8:30 a.m. ET
15
Understanding patenting in China Virtual
10:00 a.m. ET
16
Patent Wednesday, part three: Patent Searching Virtual
12:30 p.m. ET
28
Parkman Branch Library Program: Learn about IP Virtual
5:30 p.m. ET
January 2021
6
Meet the Trademark Experts Virtual
12:30 p.m. CT
7
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
8
The Path to a Patent, Part I: IP basics Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
12
Trademark fundamentals Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
12
Intellectual Property 101 Virtual
1:00 p.m. PT
14
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
21
Meet the Patent Experts: Class Two Virtual
12:30 p.m. CT
21
The Path to a Patent, Part II: How to draft provisional patent applications Virtual
11:30 a.m. MT
22
The Path to a Patent, Part III: Patent searching Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
23
Patent Prosecution Boot Camp, Module Two Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
26
Learn online how examiners approach After Final Practice Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
26
Intellectual Property (IP) Workshop for K12 Educators
6:00 p.m. ET
27
Learn online how examiners approach After Final Practice Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
27
K-12 IP Education Office Hours
3:00 p.m. ET
27
Do You Know @USPTO - January Edition: Pursue invention protection using the Pro Bono Program Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
28
Learn about recent developments for AIA trials Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
28
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
28
Learn online how examiners approach After Final Practice Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
29
The Path to a Patent, Part IV: Learn how to draft a patent application Virtual
10:00 a.m. PT
29
Avoiding common IP pitfalls for small business owners Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
February 2021
2
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 1: Fundamentals Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
4
China IP Basics, Part 1: Protecting your patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and copyrights Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
4
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
6
Patent Prosecution Boot Camp, Module Three Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
9
International forum on protection of industrial designs Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
9
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 2: Searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
10
Black History Month celebration: Three contemporary Black women inventors
12:00 p.m. ET
11
Patent Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
11
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
12
Black History Month celebration: A focus on business — The collaboration between cartoonist and illustrator Liz Montague and Google art director Angelica McKinley Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
12
The Path to a Patent, Part V: Learn how to draft patent claims Virtual
10:00 a.m. PT
16
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 3: Application requirements Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
17
Meet the Patent Experts: Class Three Virtual
12:30 p.m. CT
17
Do You Know @USPTO – February edition: Patenting food Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
18
Learn about recent developments for ex parte appeals Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
18
Copyright basics and considerations for entrepreneurs and small businesses Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
19
Utah Bar Association's Annual IP Summit Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
20
Patent Prosecution Boot Camp, Module Four Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
23
Learn online how examiners approach petitions practice Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
23
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 4: Application filing walk-through Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
23
Noche de Ciencias 2021 Virtual
5:30 p.m. ET
23
Intellectual Property (IP) Workshop for K12 Educators Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
24
Learn online how examiners approach petitions practice Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
24
K-12 IP Education Office Hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
25
Learn online how examiners approach petitions practice Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
25
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
25
Wine & IP: A Conversation with Black Wine Professionals Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
25
Noche de Ciencias 2021 Virtual
5:30 p.m. ET
26
The Path to a Patent, Part VI: Learn how to protect your IP abroad Virtual
10:00 a.m. PT
March 2021
1
Roundtable on the implementation of the Trademark Modernization Act
1:00 p.m. ET
2
Small business owners: Learn to contract with the USPTO Virtual
8:30 a.m. ET
2
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 5: Responding to an office action Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
3
Small business owners: Learn to contract with the USPTO Virtual
8:30 a.m. ET
3
2021 Women's Entrepreneurship Symposium kickoff Virtual
12:30 p.m. ET
4
Small business owners: Learn to contract with the USPTO Virtual
8:30 a.m. ET
4
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
4
Protecting and enforcing intellectual property rights in Southeast Asia: what small businesses need to know Virtual
7:00 p.m. ET
5
Learn to protect your IP on a budget Virtual
12:00 p.m. PT
9
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 6: Registration process overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
9
Attend online: #USPTOJobs | 2021 Patent examiner recruitment open house Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
10
2021 Women's Entrepreneurship Symposium: Pathways to invention, entrepreneurship, and STEM careers for K-12 and beyond Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
12
The Path to a Patent, Part VII: Learn how to file your patent application using EFS-Web Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
12
Attend the Trademark Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
16
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 7: Keeping your registration alive Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
17
2021 Women's Entrepreneurship Symposium: Resources for protecting your intellectual property Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
17
Meet the Patent Experts: Class Four Virtual
12:30 p.m. CT
18
China IP Basics, Part 2: Enforcing your intellectual property rights Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
18
PTAB webinar about AIA motions practice Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
19
Learn about design patents Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
19
How to prepare for a PTAB oral argument Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
22
USPTO symposium on entity resolution Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
23
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 8: Question-and-answer panel Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
24
USPTO symposium on entity resolution Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
24
Conducting an effective patent examiner interview Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
24
2021 Women's Entrepreneurship Symposium: Investing in innovation Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
24
Wine & IP: Women's History in the Wine Industry Virtual
5:00 p.m. ET
25
Differing Abilities in STEM Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
26
USPTO symposium on entity resolution Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
26
Path to a Patent, Part VIII: Common mistakes and support after filing Virtual
10:00 a.m. PT
30
Trademark specimens overview for experienced filers Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
30
Intellectual Property (IP) Workshop for K12 Educators Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
31
Women Veterans Small Business Summit: Learn to contract with the USPTO Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
31
35 U.S.C. 112(f) Training for Patent Practitioners Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
31
2021 Women's Entrepreneurship Symposium: Lessons from successful innovative women
12:00 p.m. ET
31
Do You Know @USPTO – March edition: Trademarks in sports Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
31
K-12 IP education office hours
3:00 p.m. ET
April 2021
1
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
1
NCEAI Innovation Chat: Creating Innovators Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
2
The Path to a Patent, Part I: IP basics Virtual
12:00 p.m. CT
5
The “Perfect” Oral Argument Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
6
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 1: Fundamentals Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
7
Attend the TC 2400 Cybersecurity Partnership meeting Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
7
“A Chance to Survive:” 28th Annual Federal Inter-Agency Holocaust Remembrance Program Virtual
11:30 a.m. ET
7
Patent Prosecution Boot Camp - Module One Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
9
2021 National Patent Application Drafting Competition national round Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
13
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 2: Searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
14
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
15
Montana Webinars: Patent and Trademark updates from the USPTO Virtual
12:00 p.m. MT
16
The Path to a Patent, Part II: How to draft provisional patent applications Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
20
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 3: Application requirements Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
21
Meet the Patent Experts: Class Five Virtual
12:30 p.m. CT
21
Patent Prosecution Boot Camp - Module Two Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
22
Learn about remote hearings Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
22
Attend the 14th Annual Design Day Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
22
Conducting an effective patent examiner interview - Colorado Bar IP Section Virtual
12:00 p.m. MT
22
Wine & IP: Green Patents in Vinification Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
26
World IP Day: Taking your ideas to market Virtual
7:45 a.m. PT
26
World Intellectual Property Day 2021 Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
26
California Lawyers for the Arts - World IP Day Patent Workshop and Clinic Virtual
5:00 p.m. PT
27
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 4: Application filing walk-through Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
27
CSU Demo Day Symposium Virtual
12:00 p.m. MT
27
Intellectual Property (IP) Workshop for K12 Educators Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
28
Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technology for Small Businesses – Virtual Event Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
28
K-12 IP education office hours
3:00 p.m. ET
29
Patent Basics: UMass MSBDC Virtual
10:00 a.m. ET
29
Attend Patent Center and DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
29
Do You Know @USPTO April edition: plant patents Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
29
IP strategy is a global business strategy Virtual
2:00 p.m. PT
30
The Path to a Patent, Part III: Patent searching Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
May 2021
4
IP basics for innovators and entrepreneurs
10:00 a.m. ET
4
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 5: Responding to an office action Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
5
Patent Prosecution Boot Camp - Module Three Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
6
Introduction to the Federal Trademark Registration Process Virtual
9:00 a.m. CT
6
Filing a Provisional and Non-Provisional Patent Application Virtual
10:00 a.m. ET
6
Patent Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
6
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
6
Patent basics Virtual
9:00 a.m. PT
6
Design Webinar Series: Consumer products and fashion Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
6
Conducting an effective patent examiner interview - Utah Bar IP Section Virtual
12:00 p.m. MT
11
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 6: Registration process overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
11
Patents & Prototypes Virtual
4:00 p.m. MT
12
Innovative Lives: Sarah Will and Mike Schultz Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
13
Learn about preparing an appeal brief Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
13
Copyright and the visual arts: Current issues Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
13
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
14
Meet top Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander inventors Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
14
The Path to a Patent, Part IV: Learn how to draft a patent application Virtual
10:00 a.m. PT
18
LEAP first anniversary event Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
18
USPTO's Collaborative Search Pilot Program (CSP) information session Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
19
Meet the Patent Experts: Class One Virtual
12:30 p.m. CT
19
Patent Prosecution Boot Camp - Module Four Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
20
USPTO Resources for Inventors, Innovators and Entrepreneurs: UMass MSBDC Virtual
10:00 a.m. ET
20
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
20
Design Webinar Series: Healthcare and fitness Virtual
12:00 p.m. CT
20
Wine & IP: plant patents and the discovery of adaptable hybrid grapes Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
21
USPTO at the Kansas Bar Association's Midwest IP Institute Virtual
10:00 a.m. MT
21
The Path to a Patent, Part V: Understanding the role of claims in a patent application Virtual
10:00 a.m. PT
21
Attend the Trademark Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
24
USPTO's Collaborative Search Pilot Program (CSP) information session Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
25
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
25
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 7: Keeping your registration alive Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
25
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 8: Question-and-answer panel Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
26
K-12 IP education office hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
26
USPTO's Collaborative Search Pilot Program (CSP) information session Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
27
An inventor’s journey to the Hall of Fame
1:00 p.m. ET
27
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
27
Do You Know @USPTO – Celebrate National Inventor’s Month with USPTO Historian Adam Bisno Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
June 2021
1
Roundtable on the notice of proposed rulemaking on the Trademark Modernization Act
1:00 p.m. ET
1
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
2
Intellectual Property Fundamentals 2021 - Virtual Conference Virtual
9:30 a.m. MT
2
National Medal of Technology and Innovation (NMTI) Webinar 2021 Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
2
History's Hand: Inventor's Mind Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
3
19th Rocky Mountain IP and Technology Institute - virtual conference Virtual
9:00 a.m. MT
3
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
3
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
3
Understanding the trademark Post Registration Audit Program Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
4
19th Rocky Mountain IP and Technology Institute - virtual conference Virtual
9:00 a.m. MT
4
Learn about design patents Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
8
Protecting and enforcing your clients’ intellectual property overseas: A conversation with the USPTO’s IP attachés Virtual
9:00 a.m. CT
8
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
8
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 1: Fundamentals Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
9
2021 Business Methods Partnership Meeting Virtual
10:00 a.m. ET
9
The important role of IP attachés: A career panel for law students Virtual
10:30 a.m. CT
9
History's Hand: Inventor's Mind Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
10
Design Webinar Series: Vehicles Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
10
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
11
The Path to a Patent, Part VI: Learn how to protect your IP abroad Virtual
10:00 a.m. PT
11
Trademarks and the Games: A fireside chat about intellectual property and the Olympics
3:00 p.m. ET
14
Final roundtable on the notice of proposed rulemaking on the Trademark Modernization Act
1:00 p.m. ET
15
Attend the Biotechnology, Chemical and Pharmaceutical (BCP) Partnership meeting Virtual
12:30 p.m. ET
15
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
15
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 2: Registration process overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
16
Attend the Biotechnology, Chemical and Pharmaceutical (BCP) Partnership meeting Virtual
12:30 p.m. ET
16
History's Hand: Inventor's Mind Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
17
Lanham Act 75th anniversary celebration Virtual
9:00 a.m. CT
17
Mechanics of admission to practice before the PTAB Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
17
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
17
Launch your career today! Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
17
Wine & IP: Geographical indications, international policy and the intersection with trademarks Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
18
Lanham Act 75th anniversary celebration Virtual
9:00 a.m. CT
22
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
22
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 3: Searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
23
History's Hand: Inventor's Mind Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
24
Design Webinar Series: Electronics and user interfaces Virtual
10:00 a.m. PT
24
China IP: Quarterly legislation and case law update Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
24
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
25
The Path to a Patent, Part VIII: Common mistakes and support after filing Virtual
10:00 a.m. PT
29
Proud Innovation – Learn from LGBTQ+ innovators Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
29
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
29
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 4: Application requirements Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
29
Intellectual Property (IP) Workshop for K12 Educators Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
30
The Path to a Patent, Part VII: How to file a patent application using EFS-Web and Patent Center Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
30
Beyond registration: Taking your copyright and trademark rights to the next level Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
30
History's Hand: Inventor's Mind Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
30
K-12 IP education office hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
July 2021
1
Learn about the interim Director review process following U.S. v. Arthrex, Inc. Virtual
10:00 a.m. ET
1
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
6
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 5: Application filing walk-through Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
8
The Path to a Patent, Part I: IP basics Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
8
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
13
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 6: Responding to an office action Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
13
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
13
Fundamentos de la propiedad intelectual Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
14
Recursos útiles para inventores y emprendedores Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
15
Learn about your options after a final rejection Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
15
The Path to a Patent, Part II: Drafting provisional patent applications Virtual
12:00 p.m. CT
15
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
15
Wine & IP: American viticultural area and labeling with the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
19
Don’t burn your brand: intellectual property for restaurants
2:00 p.m. ET
20
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
20
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 7: Keeping your registration alive Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
21
New ways of working at the USPTO Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
21
Fundamentos básicos de las patentes Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
22
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
22
Fundamentos básicos de las marcas registradas Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
27
Lanham Act 75th anniversary celebration Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
27
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 8: Question-and-answer panel Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
27
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
29
The Path to a Patent, Part III: Patent searching Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
29
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
29
Do You Know @USPTO – July edition: Patent and Trademark Resource Centers Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
30
Attend the Trademark Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
August 2021
3
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
3
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 1: Fundamentals Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
5
Patent Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
5
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
5
The Path to a Patent, Part IV: Learn how to draft a patent application Virtual
10:00 a.m. PT
5
IP enforcement: Overview for artists and creative organizations Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
5
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
10
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 2: Registration process overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
10
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
12
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
12
Wine & IP: Resources and policy from the United States Department of Agriculture Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
17
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
17
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 3: Searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
17
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
18
Invention-Con 2021: Capitalizing on your intellectual property Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
18
Meet the Patent Experts: Class Two Virtual
12:30 p.m. CT
18
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
19
Invention-Con 2021: Capitalizing on your intellectual property Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
19
Learn about the PTAB Judicial Law Clerk Program Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
19
The Path to a Patent, Part V: Understanding the role of claims in a patent application Virtual
10:00 a.m. PT
19
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
20
Fourteenth Annual Conference on Innovation Economics Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
20
Invention-Con 2021: Capitalizing on your intellectual property Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
20
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
1:00 p.m. MT
24
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
24
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 4: Application requirements Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
26
Inside PTAB–an educational webinar Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
26
Inaugural Inventor Hour webinar Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
26
The Path to a Patent, Part VI: Learn how to protect your IP abroad Virtual
10:00 a.m. PT
26
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
26
Do You Know @USPTO - August edition: Office of Patents Stakeholder Experience Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
31
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
31
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 5: Application filing walk-through Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
September 2021
2
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
2
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
7
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
1:00 p.m. UTC +1
7
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 6: Responding to an office action Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
8
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
1:00 p.m. UTC +1
8
LEAP webinar: Preparing for your AIA argument Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
9
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
1:00 p.m. UTC +1
9
The Path to a Patent, Part VII: How to file a patent application using EFS-Web Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
9
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
10
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
1:00 p.m. UTC +1
10
LEAP AIA trials mock argument
1:00 p.m. ET
14
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
14
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 7: Keeping your registration alive Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
15
Meet the Patent Experts: Class Three Virtual
12:30 p.m. CT
16
The Path to a Patent, Part VIII: Common mistakes and support after filing Virtual
10:00 a.m. PT
16
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
17
LEAP webinar: AIA oral argument encore Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
21
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 8: Question-and-answer panel Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
21
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
23
PTAB Inventor Hour webinar - Episode 2 Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
23
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
23
Learn about design patents Virtual
12:00 p.m. MT
23
Overview of the USPTO's trademark register protection initiatives
3:00 p.m. ET
23
Do You Know @USPTO – September edition: Back to school with the USPTO’s Office of Education Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
28
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
28
Intellectual Property (IP) Workshop for K12 Educators Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
29
Women Athletes Inspiring your Entrepreneurship & IP Journey Virtual and
Dallas, TX US
12:00 p.m. CT
30
PTAB Boardside Chat: Evaluating common arguments Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
30
China IP: Quarterly legislation and case law update Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
30
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
October 2021
5
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 1: Fundamentals Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
5
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
6
Fundamentos de la propiedad intelectual Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
6
Intellectual property fundamentals Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
7
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
7
The Path to a Patent, Part I: IP basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
7
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
12
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 2: Registration process overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
13
Recursos útiles para inventores y emprendedores Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
13
2021 Hispanic Innovation and Entrepreneurship program Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
13
USPTO resources for inventors, innovators, and entrepreneurs Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
14
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
14
The Path to a Patent, Part II: Drafting provisional patent applications Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
15
Attend the Trademark Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual
10:00 a.m. ET
19
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
19
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 3: Searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
20
Fundamentos básicos de las patentes Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
20
Patent basics Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
20
Meet the Patent Experts: Class Four Virtual
12:30 p.m. CT
20
Wine & IP: Office of Policy and International Affairs on China IP & wine Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
21
Learn about the Office of the Solicitor at the USPTO Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
21
The Path to a Patent, Part III: Patent searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
21
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
26
Copyright law and machine learning for AI: Where are we and where are we going? Washington, DC US
10:00 a.m. ET
26
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
26
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 4: Application requirements Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
26
Intellectual Property (IP) Workshop for K12 Educators Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
27
Fundamentos básicos de las marcas registradas Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
27
Trademark basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
27
K-12 IP education office hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
28
E-commerce and China: Strategies for fighting online counterfeits, Part 1 Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
28
PTAB Inventor Hour webinar - Episode 3 Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
28
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
28
USPTO resources for SBIR/STTR applicants Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
31
2022 National Patent Application Drafting Competition
8:00 a.m. ET
November 2021
2
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
2
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 5: Application filing walk-through Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
3
Aprenda como proteger su tecnología en el extranjero Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
3
Learn how to protect your technology abroad Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
4
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
4
The Path to a Patent, Part IV: Learn how to draft a patent application Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
9
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
9
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 6: Responding to an office action Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
16
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 7: Keeping your registration alive Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
16
2021 Veterans Innovation and Entrepreneurship program Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
16
International exchange: Promoting the inclusion of women in intellectual property Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
17
Meet the Patent Experts: Class Five Virtual
12:30 p.m. CT
17
Wine & IP: Trademark your winery brand Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
18
Patent Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
18
The Path to a Patent, Part V: Understanding the role of claims in a patent application Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
18
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
18
Do You Know @USPTO – November edition: Anti-counterfeiting campaign Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
23
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
23
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 8: Question-and-answer panel Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
30
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
30
Intellectual Property (IP) Workshop for K-12 Educators Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
December 2021
1
K-12 IP education office hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
2
E-commerce and China: Strategies for fighting online counterfeits, Part 2 Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
2
Innovators and entrepreneurs: Learn about IP basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
2
The Path to a Patent, Part VI: Learn how to protect your IP abroad Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
2
Preparing an effective letter of protest
3:00 p.m. ET
7
Diversity in innovation: Best practices Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
7
Learn about design patents Virtual
12:00 p.m. MT
9
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
9
The Path to a Patent, Part VII: How to file a patent application using Patent Center Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
9
Wine & IP: Copyright and publications Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
14
15th annual USPTO-GIPC IP attaché roundtable Virtual
8:30 a.m. ET
14
Discussions on diversity in innovation Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
14
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
14
Learn about upcoming identity verification for trademark filers
3:00 p.m. ET
16
The Path to a Patent, Part VIII: Common mistakes and post-filing support Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
January 2022
6
Intellectual property basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
6
The Path to a Patent, Part I: IP basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
11
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 1: Fundamentals Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
11
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
13
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
13
The Path to a Patent, Part II: Drafting provisional patent applications Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
18
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 2: Registration process overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
20
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
20
Intellectual property basics and helpful resources Virtual
8:00 p.m. ET
25
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
25
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 3: Searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
25
Intellectual property (IP) workshop for K-12 educators Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
26
USPTO's liquid capital: Data resources for inventors Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
26
Together in Innovation: Inner space and outer space Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
26
K-12 IP education office hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
27
PTAB Inventor Hour webinar - Episode 4 Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
27
The Path to a Patent, Part III: Patent searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
27
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
28
Attend the Trademark Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual
10:00 a.m. ET
February 2022
1
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
1
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 4: Application requirements Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
3
Intellectual property basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
3
The Path to a Patent, Part IV: Learn how to draft a patent application Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
3
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
8
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 5: Application filing walk-through Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
8
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
10
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
10
Getting started with Patent Public Search: An overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
10
What you need to sell your arts and crafts online: An introduction to entrepreneurship for Native American visual artists (Session 1) Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
15
USPTO guidance and policy: Subject matter eligibility Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
15
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
15
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 6: Responding to an office action Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
15
Intellectual property basics and helpful resources Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
17
Learn about the PTAB Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
17
The Path to a Patent, Part V: Understanding the role of claims in a patent application Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
17
2022 Black Innovation and Entrepreneurship program, part one: Defining tomorrow Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
17
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
18
Patent Public Search: Advanced features for frequent searchers Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
22
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 7: Keeping your registration alive Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
22
IPR protection beyond U.S. borders: Preventing infringing exports from China Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
22
Intellectual property (IP) workshop for K-12 educators Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
23
K-12 IP education office hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
24
Biopharma patents in China: Litigation, licensing, and patent linkage Virtual
9:30 a.m. ET
24
PTAB Inventor Hour webinar - Episode 5 Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
24
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
24
2022 Black Innovation and Entrepreneurship program, part two: Invest in ideas
3:00 p.m. ET
24
Intellectual property basics and helpful resources Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
March 2022
1
Fundamentos de la propiedad intelectual Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
1
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 8: Question-and-answer panel Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
1
Attend 2022 patent examiner virtual recruitment open house Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
1
Intellectual property fundamentals Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
2
Women’s Entrepreneurship Symposium, part one: Educate and innovate
2:00 p.m. ET
2
Noche de Ciencias 2022 Virtual
5:30 p.m. ET
3
Intellectual property basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
3
The Path to a Patent, Part VI: Learn how to protect your IP abroad Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
3
Noche de Ciencias 2022 Virtual
5:30 p.m. ET
8
Recursos útiles para inventores y emprendedores Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
8
USPTO resources for inventors, innovators, and entrepreneurs Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
8
Getting started with Patent Public Search: An overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
9
National Medal of Technology and Innovation webinar 2022 Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
10
Patent Public Advisory Committee public meeting Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
10
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
10
The Path to a Patent, Part VII: How to file a patent application using Patent Center Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
10
Patent Public Search: Advanced features for frequent searchers Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
15
Fundamentos básicos de las patentes Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
15
Patent basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
15
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
16
Women’s Entrepreneurship Symposium, part two: Trends and opportunities Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
17
Behind the scenes at PTAB: Board Operations Division Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
17
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
17
The Path to a Patent, Part VIII: Common mistakes and post-filing support Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
17
Intellectual property basics and helpful resources Virtual
7:00 p.m. ET
22
Fundamentos básicos de las marcas registradas Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
22
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
22
Trademark basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
23
Diversifying your market or supply chain: Trademarks Virtual
12:00 p.m. MT
23
Mexico IP Series: Rethinking your US supply chain Virtual
1:00 p.m. CT
24
PTAB Inventor Hour webinar - Episode 6 Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
24
China IP: Quarterly legislation and case law update Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
24
Accessing publicly available documents training using Patent Center Virtual
2:30 p.m. ET
29
Attend the Biotechnology, Chemical, and Pharmaceutical Customer Partnership meeting Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
29
Patent Trial and Appeal Board presents Appeals 101 Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
29
Aprenda como proteger su tecnología en el extranjero Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
29
Innovation through the unexpected: Creating butterflies from pebbles Virtual
12:00 p.m. CT
29
Learn how to protect your technology abroad Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
29
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
29
Insights into nonuse cancellation petitions
2:00 p.m. ET
29
Intellectual property (IP) workshop for K-12 educators Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
30
Women’s Entrepreneurship Symposium, part three: From inspiration to commercialization
2:00 p.m. ET
30
K-12 IP education office hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
31
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
April 2022
5
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
5
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 1: Fundamentals Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
6
Using petitions effectively in patent prosecution Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
6
Accessing publicly available documents training using Patent Center Virtual
1:30 p.m. ET
6
Diversifying your market or supply chain: Patent protection Virtual
12:00 p.m. MT
7
Intellectual property basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
7
The Path to a Patent, Part I: IP basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
7
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
8
Trademark Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
8
2022 National Patent Application Drafting Competition national round Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
12
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 2: Registration process overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
12
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
14
Trade secret protection in the United States Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
14
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
14
The Path to a Patent, Part II: Drafting provisional patent applications Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
14
What you need to sell your arts and crafts online: An e-commerce primer for Native American visual artists and craftspeople Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
19
Learn how examiners approach 35 U.S.C. § 103 obviousness rejections Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
19
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 3: Searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
19
Getting started with Patent Public Search: An overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
19
Accessing publicly available documents training using Patent Center Virtual
2:30 p.m. ET
20
Learn how examiners approach 35 U.S.C. § 103 obviousness rejections Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
20
Diversifying your market or supply chain: Copyright protection Virtual
12:00 p.m. MT
21
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
21
Attend the 15th annual Design Day Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
21
Patent Public Search: Tips for frequent searchers Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
21
Learn how examiners approach 35 U.S.C. § 103 obviousness rejections Virtual
5:00 p.m. ET
21
Intellectual property basics and helpful resources Virtual
7:00 p.m. ET
26
World Intellectual Property Day 2022 Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
26
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 4: Application requirements Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
26
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
26
Intellectual property (IP) workshop for K-12 educators Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
27
Learn how to register your industrial designs internationally using the Hague System. Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
27
K-12 IP education office hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
28
PTAB Inventor Hour - Episode 7 Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
28
The Path to a Patent, Part III: Patent searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
28
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
May 2022
3
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 5: Application filing walk-through Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
3
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
5
Intellectual property basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
5
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
5
The Path to a Patent, Part IV: Learn how to draft a patent application Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
6
PTAB LEAP: Preparing for your AIA argument Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
10
Patent Public Advisory Committee public meeting Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
10
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 6: Responding to an office action Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
10
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
11
USPTO Trade Secrets Symposium 2022: Trending cross-border issues Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
11
Learn about current patent application pilot programs and initiatives Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
12
USPTO Trade Secrets Symposium 2022: Trending cross-border issues Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
12
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
12
The Path to a Patent, Part V: Understanding the role of claims in a patent application Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
12
What you need to sell your arts and crafts online: Building your identity, for Native American visual artists and craftspeople Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
13
PTAB LEAP: AIA mock oral argument practicum
1:30 p.m. ET
17
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
17
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 7: Keeping your registration alive Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
17
Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Innovation and Entrepreneurship 2022, part one: Find pathways to breakthroughs
2:00 p.m. ET
17
Blockchain & IP: Introduction to Blockchain & IP Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
18
Utah listening session with Director Kathi Vidal Virtual
10:00 a.m. MT
18
Diversifying your market or supply chain: Enforcement Virtual
12:00 p.m. MT
18
Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Innovation and Entrepreneurship 2022, part two: Innovating for real-world solutions Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
19
The Path to a Patent, Part VI: Learn how to protect your IP abroad Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
19
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
19
Intellectual property basics and helpful resources Virtual
7:00 p.m. ET
20
PTAB LEAP: AIA oral argument encore Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
24
Learn how examiners approach 35 U.S.C. § 103 writing rejections Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
24
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 8: Question-and-answer panel Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
24
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
25
Learn how examiners approach 35 U.S.C. § 103 writing rejections Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
25
Silicon Valley listening session with Director Kathi Vidal Virtual and
San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
26
PTAB Inventor Hour webinar – Episode 8 Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
26
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
26
Learn how examiners approach 35 U.S.C. § 103 writing rejections Virtual
5:00 p.m. ET
31
Fundamentos de la propiedad intelectual Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
31
Intellectual property fundamentals Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
31
Intellectual property webinar for K-12 educators Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
June 2022
1
K-12 IP education office hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
2
Intellectual property basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
2
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
7
Boston listening session with Director Kathi Vidal Virtual and
Boston, MA US
11:30 a.m. ET
7
Recursos útiles para inventores y emprendedores Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
7
Resources for inventors, innovators, and entrepreneurs Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
7
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
7
The Hand of History-The Mind of the Inventor Session 1: Wireless Telecommunications Networks Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
8
Everything Design: A regional exploration of design patent strategy Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
8
Getting started with Patent Public Search: An overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
9
Learn about pro bono programs available at the USPTO Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
9
Texas listening session with Director Kathi Vidal Virtual and
Dallas, TX US
11:20 a.m. CT
9
Commercializing intellectual property, part 1: Licensing technical IP in China Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
9
The Path to a Patent, Part VII: How to file a patent application using Patent Center Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
9
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
9
Patent Public Search: Tips for frequent searchers Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
9
What you need to sell your arts and crafts online: Pricing your art products online, for Native American visual artists and craftspeople Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
14
Fundamentos básicos de las patentes Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
14
PPAC fireside chat with Director Kathi Vidal Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
14
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
14
Patent basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
14
The Hand of History-The Mind of the Inventor Session 2: Television Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
15
Learn how to conduct a patent search Dallas, TX US
10:00 a.m. CT
15
Patent Quality Chat: Sequence listings under ST.26 and new USPTO rules Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
15
Proud Innovation 2022, part one: From ideas to innovations
3:00 p.m. ET
16
Conducting an effective patent examiner interview Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
16
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
16
The Path to a Patent, Part VIII: Common mistakes and post-filing support Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
21
Fundamentos básicos de las marcas registradas Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
21
Trademark basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
21
The Hand of History-The Mind of the Inventor Session 3: Automobiles and Aviation Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
21
Blockchain & IP: Tokenization of patents with IPwe Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
22
Everything Design: A regional exploration of design patent strategy Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
22
Proud Innovation 2022, part two: From enthusiasm to entrepreneurship Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
23
PTAB Inventor Hour webinar: Episode 9 Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
23
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
28
Learn how examiners approach 35 U.S.C. § 103 examining evidence Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
28
Aprenda como proteger su tecnología en el extranjero Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
28
Agents and attorneys: Professional responsibility and practice before the USPTO Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
28
Learn how to protect your technology abroad Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
28
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
28
The Hand of History-The Mind of the Inventor Session 4: Toys, umbrellas, and more Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
28
Intellectual property webinar for K-12 educators Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
29
AI/ET Partnership Series #1: Kickoff – USPTO AI/ET activities and patent policy
1:00 p.m. ET
29
Learn how examiners approach 35 U.S.C. § 103 examining evidence Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
29
K-12 IP education office hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
30
Learn about the future of PTAB hearings Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
30
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
30
Learn how examiners approach 35 U.S.C. § 103 examining evidence Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
July 2022
5
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 1: Fundamentals Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
6
Silicon Valley listening session with Director Kathi Vidal Virtual and
San Jose, CA US
2:00 p.m. PT
7
Intellectual property basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
7
Learn about discretionary denials in AIA post-grant proceedings with parallel litigation Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
12
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
12
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 2: Registration process overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
12
Detroit listening session with Director Kathi Vidal Virtual and
Detroit, MI US
4:30 p.m. ET
13
Training for accessing publicly available documents using Patent Center Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
13
Patent Trial and Appeal Board presents Appeals 101 Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
13
Everything Design: A regional exploration of design patent strategy Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
13
Mandatory trademark identity verification: new options and choosing user roles
2:00 p.m. ET
13
Getting started with Patent Public Search: An overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
14
Learn about the PTAB Judicial Law Clerk Program Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
14
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
14
The Path to a Patent, Part I: IP basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
14
Patent Public Search: Advanced tips for frequent searchers Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
14
What you need to sell your arts and crafts online: Developing a marketing plan for your art business for Native American visual artists and craftspeople Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
18
Training for accessing publicly available documents using Patent Center Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
18
Southeast Asia intellectual property roadshow
7:00 p.m. ET
19
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 3: Searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
19
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
19
Blockchain & IP: Intellectual Property Investigation of Protection in the Metaverse Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
21
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
21
The Path to a Patent, Part II: Drafting provisional patent applications Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
26
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
26
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 4: Application requirements Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
27
Everything Design: A regional exploration of design patent strategy Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
28
PTAB Inventor Hour webinar: Episode 10 Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
28
Training for accessing publicly available documents using Patent Center Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
28
China IP: Quarterly legislation and case law update Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
28
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
28
The Path to a Patent, Part III: Patent searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
29
Trademark Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual
11:30 a.m. ET
August 2022
1
2022 Patent Public Advisory Committee annual report discussion Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
2
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 5: Application filing walk-through Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
2
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
4
Intellectual property basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
4
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
4
The Path to a Patent, Part IV: Learn how to draft a patent application Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
9
Subject matter eligibility under 35 U.S.C. 101 Virtual
11:00 a.m. CT
9
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
9
Youth Day for student innovators, creators, and aspiring entrepreneurs Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
1:00 p.m. ET
9
Patent Public Advisory Committee public meeting Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
9
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 6: Responding to an office action Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
10
Invention-Con 2022: Inspiring and redefining the innovative mindset Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
10
Everything Design: A regional exploration of design patent strategy Virtual
11:00 a.m. MT
11
Invention-Con 2022: Inspiring and redefining the innovative mindset Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
11
Learn about the Request for Comments on Director review, Precedential Opinion Panel Review, and internal circulation and review of Patent Trial and Appeal Board decisions Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
11
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
11
What you need to sell your arts and crafts online: Social Media and Photography Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
11
LEAP 2nd anniversary and recognition event Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
12
Invention-Con 2022: Inspiring and redefining the innovative mindset Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
12
Inventor Hour, Episode 11 – Live from Invention-Con 2022
2:00 p.m. ET
15
Roundtable with USPTO IP attachés for trade organizations Virtual
12:00 p.m. CT
16
Roundtable with USPTO IP attachés for law schools (law students and staff) Virtual
12:00 p.m. CT
16
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 7: Keeping your registration alive Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
16
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
16
Blockchain & IP: Cross section of blockchain, patents, and open source Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
17
Roundtable with USPTO IP attachés for tech transfer, licensing, and commercialization groups Virtual
12:00 p.m. CT
17
2022 Patent Public Advisory Committee annual report discussion Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
18
Learn about improving ex parte appeal briefs Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
18
Conducting an effective patent examiner interview Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
18
Roundtable with USPTO IP attachés for Bar Associations Virtual
12:00 p.m. CT
18
The Path to a Patent, Part V: Understanding the role of claims in a patent application Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
18
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
18
Getting started with Patent Public Search: An overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
19
Patent Public Search: Advanced tips for frequent searchers Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
23
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
23
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 8: Question-and-answer panel Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
25
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
25
The Path to a Patent, Part VI: Learn how to protect your IP abroad Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
26
Advancing research on inventor demographics Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
30
Learn how to conduct a patent search at the USPTO Texas Regional Office Dallas, TX US
10:00 a.m. CT
30
Fundamentos de la propiedad intelectual Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
30
Intellectual property fundamentals Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
30
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
30
Inspire your students to invent - learn about the Congressional App Challenge Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
31
K-12 IP education office hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
September 2022
1
Intellectual property basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
1
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
6
Recursos útiles para inventores y emprendedores Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
6
Resources for inventors, innovators, and entrepreneurs Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
8
Strategies for biotech and medtech startups: Successfully navigating the USPTO and FDA Virtual
10:00 a.m. PT
8
Getting started with Patent Public Search: An overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
8
What you need to sell your arts and crafts online: Conflict management and contracts for visual artists Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
8
U.S.–China 2022 developments in trademark law and practice perspectives Virtual
8:00 p.m. ET
9
Patent Public Search: Advanced tips for frequent searchers Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
12
2022 Patent Public Advisory Committee annual report discussion Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
13
International agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
8:00 a.m. ET
13
2022 Business Methods partnership meeting Virtual
10:00 a.m. ET
13
Fundamentos básicos de las patentes Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
13
Patent basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
13
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
14
International agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
8:00 a.m. ET
14
Protecting your trademarks and designs abroad Virtual and
San Jose, CA US
1:00 p.m. PT
15
International agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
8:00 a.m. ET
15
Learn about the use of expert testimony in AIA proceedings Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
15
Learn about Patent Center and the Patent Public Search tool Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
15
The Path to a Patent, Part VII: How to file a patent application using Patent Center Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
16
International agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
8:00 a.m. ET
16
USPTO-FDA Cross-Training
9:00 a.m. ET
16
USPTO PTAB/TTAB Stadium Tour at the University of Oregon School of Law – UO Portland Campus Portland, OR US
10:00 a.m. PT
20
Fundamentos básicos de las marcas registradas Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
20
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
20
Trademark basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
20
Blockchain & IP: Advancing patient-centered precision health Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
21
2023 National Patent Application Drafting Competition overview webinar Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
22
PTAB Inventor Hour - Episode 12 Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
22
AI/ET Partnership Series #2: AI & Biotech Virtual and
San Jose, CA US
9:30 a.m. PT
22
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
22
The Path to a Patent, Part VIII: Common mistakes and post-filing support Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
22
Learn about the Master Teacher of Invention Education Program Virtual
7:00 p.m. ET
23
Trademark protection for your winery brand Virtual and
Traverse City, MI US
10:00 a.m. ET
27
Aprenda como proteger su tecnología en el extranjero Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
27
Learn how to protect your technology abroad Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
27
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
27
Patent Public Advisory Committee public meeting Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
27
Advanced trademark searching
2:00 p.m. ET
27
Learn how to teach invention by following the news Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
28
Central Reexamination Unit discussion: Reexamination, reissue, and supplemental examination Virtual and
Detroit, MI US
1:00 p.m. ET
28
K-12 IP education office hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
28
Together in Innovation: Mentoring the innovators of tomorrow Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
29
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
29
Learn about the Master Teacher of Invention Education Program Virtual
3:30 p.m. ET
October 2022
4
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
4
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 1: Fundamentals Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
6
Standard essential patents (SEPs): Use of alternative dispute resolution for SEP disputes Virtual
10:00 a.m. ET
6
Intellectual property basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
6
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
6
What you need to sell your arts and crafts online: Seasonal marketing Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
11
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 2: Registration process overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
12
Learn the fundamentals of the patent application process Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
12
2022 Hispanic Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
13
Learn the fundamentals of the patent application process Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
13
The Path to a Patent, Part I: IP basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
13
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
13
Getting started with Patent Public Search: An overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
13
What you need to sell your arts and crafts online: Protecting your business: Intellectual Property and the Indian Arts and Crafts Act Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
14
Learn the fundamentals of the patent application process Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
14
Patent Public Search: Advanced tips for frequent searchers Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
15
APP-LY YOURSELF: A coding program to support the 2022 Congressional App Challenge Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
15
Successful inventing: What inventors need to know Virtual and
San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
18
Innovating ideas around standard essential patents - POSTPONED Alexandria, VA US
1:00 p.m. ET
18
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 3: Searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
18
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
18
2023 National Patent Application Drafting Competition overview webinar Virtual
2:30 p.m. ET
18
Blockchain & IP: USC 101 patent eligibility in blockchain Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
19
2022 Patent Public Advisory Committee annual report discussion Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
20
Fundamentos de la propiedad intelectual - POSPUESTO
10:30 a.m. ET
20
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
20
The Path to a Patent, Part II: Drafting provisional patent applications Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
25
China IP: Quarterly legislation and case law update Virtual
10:00 a.m. ET
25
SOaR presents “Joint Voices” training and IP education seminar: Featuring highlights from the USPTO Midwest Regional Office Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
25
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 4: Application requirements Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
25
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
25
Inspire students to solve real-world problems Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
26
K-12 IP education office hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
27
PTAB Inventor Hour - Episode 13 Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
27
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
27
The Path to a Patent, Part III: Patent searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
November 2022
1
National Veterans Small Business Week lunch and learn Virtual
11:00 a.m. CT
1
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 5: Application filing walk-through Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
1
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
3
One-day trademarks boot camp De Queen, AR US
9:00 a.m. CT
3
Intellectual property basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
3
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
3
The Path to a Patent, Part IV: Learn how to draft a patent application Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
4
Trademark Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual
10:00 a.m. ET
4
Webinar on the Request for Comments on Initiatives to Ensure the Robustness and Reliability of Patent Rights Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
7
Getting started with Patent Public Search: An overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
8
International perspectives: Intellectual property, small and medium-sized enterprises, and global markets Durham, NC US
10:00 a.m. ET
8
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 6: Responding to an office action Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
8
Patent Public Search: Advanced tips for frequent searchers Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
9
LEAP to Chambers
10:00 a.m. ET
10
Learn how to use the new P-TACTS external portal for practitioners Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
10
The Path to a Patent, Part V: Understanding the role of claims in a patent application Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
10
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
10
What you need to sell your arts and crafts online: Growing sales internationally Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
14
One-day patents boot camp Oneonta, AL US
9:00 a.m. CT
15
International agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
8:00 a.m. ET
15
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
15
An overview of patent enforcement in the U.S. system Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
15
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 7: Keeping your registration alive Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
16
International agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
8:00 a.m. ET
16
Patent Public Advisory Committee public meeting Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
17
International agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
8:00 a.m. ET
17
Learn about presenting technology in America Invents Act (AIA) proceedings Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
17
The Path to a Patent, Part VI: Learn how to protect your IP abroad Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
18
International agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
8:00 a.m. ET
18
Innovator Diversity Pilots Conference Virtual and
Santa Clara, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
21
One-day trademarks boot camp Oneonta, AL US
9:00 a.m. CT
22
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 8: Question-and-answer panel Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
29
SOaR hosts training on patent eligibility under 35 U.S.C. § 101 Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
29
Native American STEM educational outreach initiatives Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
30
Women's Entrepreneurship (WE) initiative launch Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
12:00 p.m. ET
30
2022 Veterans Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
30
SOaR hosts training on patent eligibility under 35 U.S.C. § 101 Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
30
K-12 IP education office hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
December 2022
1
Intellectual property basics and helpful resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
1
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
1
SOaR hosts training on patent eligibility under 35 U.S.C. § 101 Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
7
Learn how to conduct a patent search at the USPTO Texas Regional Office Dallas, TX US
10:00 a.m. CT
8
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
8
The Path to a Patent, Part VII: How to file a patent application using Patent Center Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
8
Getting started with Patent Public Search: An overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
8
What you need to sell your arts and crafts online: Create new products and expand your sales through merchandising Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
9
Patent Public Search: Advanced tips for frequent searchers Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
12
Fundamentos de la propiedad intelectual Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
12
Intellectual property fundamentals Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
13
16th annual USPTO-GIPC IP attaché roundtable Virtual
8:30 a.m. ET
13
Recursos útiles para inventores, innovadores y emprendedores Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
13
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
13
Resources for inventors, innovators, and entrepreneurs Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
13
Registering trademarks for newer technologies: NFTs, blockchain, cryptocurrency, and virtual goods
2:00 p.m. ET
13
Blockchain & IP: Stakeholder spotlight Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
14
Fundamentos básicos de las patentes Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
14
Patent basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
14
Successful Inventing: Researching and applying for a patent Virtual
4:00 p.m. PT
15
Strategies for IP protection in China: What upstate South Carolina businesses need to know Greenville, SC US
9:00 a.m. ET
15
Fundamentos básicos de las marcas registradas Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
15
Meet the USPTO Deputy Director and learn more about eligibility to practice before the USPTO
12:00 p.m. ET
15
The Path to a Patent, Part VIII: Common mistakes and post-filing support Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
15
Trademark basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
16
Aprenda cómo proteger su tecnología en el extranjero Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
16
Learn how to protect your technology abroad Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
22
Learn about applying to become an Administrative Patent Judge   Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
January 2023
10
Learn the fundamentals of the patent application process Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
10
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 1: Fundamentals Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
10
Promoting a culture of DEIA in the workplace and in inventorship Virtual and
Minneapolis, MN US
2:30 p.m. CT
11
Learn the fundamentals of the patent application process Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
11
Successful Inventing: Marketing research Virtual
4:00 p.m. PT
12
Learn the fundamentals of the patent application process Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
12
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
12
The Path to a Patent, Part I: IP basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
17
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 2: Registration process overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
17
Getting started with the Patent Public Search tool: An overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
17
China IP developments: A view from the ground
7:00 p.m. ET
18
Women's Entrepreneurship event: How to identify and protect your intellectual property (IP) for business success Naples, FL US
12:00 p.m. ET
18
Patent Public Search tool: Advanced tips for frequent searchers Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
19
Joint USPTO-FDA Public Listening Session on Collaboration Initiatives Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
10:00 a.m. ET
19
Fireside Chat with Chief Judge Clark Cheney of the International Trade Commission
12:00 p.m. ET
19
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
19
The Path to a Patent, Part II: Drafting provisional patent applications Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
24
Roundtable: Trademarks and non-fungible tokens
10:00 a.m. ET
24
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 3: Searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
24
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
24
SOaR Joint Voices: Featuring the patents appeal process and highlights from the USPTO Texas Regional Office (TXRO) Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
25
Trademark basics: What every small business should know now, not later Virtual
1:30 p.m. CT
26
Roundtable: Patents and non-fungible tokens
10:00 a.m. ET
26
PTAB Inventor Hour – Episode 14 Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
26
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
26
The Path to a Patent, Part III: Patent searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
31
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 4: Application requirements Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
31
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
31
One teacher's story: Integrating invention education and intellectual property in the classroom Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
February 2023
1
K-12 education office hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
2
Intellectual Property Basics and Helpful Resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
2
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
3
One-day trademarks boot camp Doral, FL US
9:00 a.m. ET
7
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course
8:00 a.m. ET
7
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
7
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 5: Application filing walk-through Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
8
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course
8:00 a.m. ET
8
Learn how to conduct a patent search at the USPTO Texas Regional Office Dallas, TX US
10:00 a.m. CT
8
AI/ET Partnership Series #3: AI-driven innovation Virtual and
Dallas , TX US
11:00 a.m. CT
8
LEAP to Chambers - Silicon Valley San Jose, CA US
1:00 p.m. PT
9
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course
8:00 a.m. ET
9
China IP: Quarterly legislation and case law update
10:00 a.m. ET
9
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
9
The Path to a Patent, Part IV: Learn how to draft a patent application Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
9
Getting started with the Patent Public Search tool: An overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
10
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course
8:00 a.m. ET
10
Patent Public Search tool: Advanced tips for frequent searchers Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
10
2023 Black Innovation and Entrepreneurship program, part one: Protecting your IP
2:00 p.m. ET
14
2023 Black Innovation and Entrepreneurship program, part two: Intergenerational conversations Baltimore, MD US
11:00 a.m. ET
14
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 6: Responding to an office action Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
14
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
15
Don't burn your brand: Intellectual property for food businesses Virtual
10:30 a.m. HT
15
Successful Inventing: Licensing your product or concept Virtual
4:00 p.m. PT
16
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
16
Watch the Patents for Humanity COVID-19 awards ceremony
1:00 p.m. ET
16
The Path to a Patent, Part V: Understanding the role of claims in a patent application Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
21
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 7: Keeping your registration alive Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
22
#WeWednesday from Phoenix: Finding options to fund your business Phoenix, AZ US
11:30 a.m. MT
23
USPTO PTAB/TTAB Stadium Tour – Live at ASU Phoenix, AZ US
9:30 a.m. MT
23
PTAB Inventor Hour - Episode 15
12:00 p.m. ET
23
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
23
USPTO hosted a virtual panel discussion on the duty of disclosure and duty of reasonable inquiry
3:00 p.m. ET
24
2023 Black Innovation and Entrepreneurship, part three: Learning from leading Black innovators Baltimore, MD US
2:00 p.m. ET
28
Become a Patent Examiner Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
28
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 8: Question-and-answer panel Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
28
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
28
Together in Innovation: Agricultural advances
3:00 p.m. ET
28
EquIP HQ: A new and exciting resource for learners and educators Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
March 2023
1
2023 Women’s Entrepreneurship Symposium, part one: Leading change
2:00 p.m. ET
1
K-12 education office hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
2
The Path to a Patent, Part VI: Learn how to protect your IP abroad Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
7
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
9
Patent Pro Bono Program: Pathways to inclusive innovation Minneapolis, MN US
9:00 a.m. CT
9
The Path to a Patent, Part VII: How to file a patent application using Patent Center Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
9
Getting started with the Patent Public Search tool: An overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
9
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
10
Patent Public Search tool: Advanced tips for frequent searchers Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
13
Fundamentos de la propiedad intelectual Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
13
Intellectual property fundamentals Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
14
Recursos útiles para inventores, innovadores y emprendedores Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
14
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
14
Resources for inventors, innovators, and entrepreneurs Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
15
Fundamentos básicos de las patentes Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
15
2023 Women’s Entrepreneurship Symposium, part two: Finding mentors and opportunities
2:00 p.m. ET
15
Patent basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
15
Successful Inventing: What's in a royalty Virtual
4:00 p.m. PT
16
USPTO-FDA Cross-Training - March 16, 2023
9:00 a.m. ET
16
Fundamentos básicos de las marcas registradas Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
16
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
16
The Path to a Patent, Part VIII: Common mistakes and post-filing support Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
16
Trademark basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
16
National Medal of Technology and Innovation webinar 2023 Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
17
Aprenda cómo proteger su tecnología en el extranjero Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
17
Learn how to protect your technology abroad Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
20
Become a Patent Examiner Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
21
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
23
One-day trademarks boot camp London, KY US
9:00 a.m. ET
23
China IP Road Show in Minnesota: Strategies for protecting intellectual property in China Minneapolis, MN US
8:30 a.m. CT
23
PTAB Inventor Hour - Episode 16 Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
23
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
28
Attend the Biotechnology, Chemical, and Pharmaceutical (BCP) Partnership Meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
10:00 a.m. ET
28
Entrepreneurship Essentials Workshop and Resource Fair Virtual and
MacDill AFB, FL US
10:00 a.m. ET
28
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
28
Overview of common failure-to-function refusals Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
28
Search like an examiner with Patents Public Search Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
28
Inspiring children to innovate for success: Lucie Howell and The Henry Ford museum Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
29
2023 Women’s Entrepreneurship Symposium, part three: Technology and funding
2:00 p.m. ET
29
K-12 education office hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
30
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
April 2023
4
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 1: Fundamentals Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
4
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
5
Intellectual Property (IP) strategy is a business strategy Virtual
9:00 a.m. PT
6
Intellectual Property Basics and Helpful Resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
6
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
6
The Path to a Patent, Part I: IP basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
11
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 2: Registration process overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
11
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
12
Become a design patent examiner Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
12
Noche de Ciencias “Night of Science” STEM event Alexandria, VA US
5:30 p.m. ET
13
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
13
The Path to a Patent, Part II: Drafting provisional patent applications Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
14
2023 National Patent Application Drafting Competition national round Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
17
Become a Patent Examiner Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
18
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course
12:00 p.m. ET
18
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
18
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 3: Searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
19
Strategies for protecting intellectual property in China: What Nebraska businesses need to know Omaha, NE US
8:30 a.m. CT
19
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course
12:00 p.m. ET
19
Entrepreneur Support Network of Charlottesville Virtual
4:45 p.m. ET
20
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course
12:00 p.m. ET
20
The Path to a Patent, Part III: Patent searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
20
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
21
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course
12:00 p.m. ET
21
One-day trademarks boot camp Roseville, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
22
Successful Inventing: Product development Virtual and
San Jose, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
24
One-day trademarks boot camp Gonzales, LA US
9:00 a.m. CT
25
One-day patents boot camp Gonzales, LA US
9:00 a.m. CT
25
AI Inventorship Listening Session - East Coast Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
10:30 a.m. ET
25
Intellectual Property (IP) strategy is a business strategy Virtual
1:30 p.m. ET
25
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 4: Application requirements Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
25
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
25
Celebrating World Intellectual Property Day: The value of her IP Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
26
MentorshIP: The secret sauce for women entrepreneurs Alexandria, VA US
12:00 p.m. ET
26
Intellectual Property (IP) strategy is a business strategy Virtual
11:00 a.m. PT
26
K-12 education office hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
26
World Intellectual Property (IP) Day 2023 – Capitol Hill Washington, DC US
4:30 p.m. ET
27
PTAB Inventor Hour - Episode 17 Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
27
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
27
Trademark scams: How to avoid them and what to do if you get fooled
2:00 p.m. ET
28
Trademark Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
1:00 p.m. ET
May 2023
2
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
2
Innovation to impact: USPTO resources for K-12 and university outreach Virtual
12:00 p.m. CT
2
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 5: Application filing walk-through Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
3
One-day patents boot camp Chico, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
4
Attend the 16th annual Design Day Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
10:00 a.m. ET
4
Standard essential patent (SEP)/FRAND disputes: How SMEs can utilize mediation
11:30 a.m. ET
4
One-day trademarks boot camp Chico, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
4
Intellectual Property Basics and Helpful Resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
4
The Path to a Patent, Part IV: Learn how to draft a patent application Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
4
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
5
One-day patents boot camp Roseville, CA US
9:00 a.m. PT
5
PTAB LEAP: Preparing for your ex parte appeal oral argument
12:00 p.m. ET
5
Las Vegas World IP Day Las Vegas, NV US
10:00 a.m. PT
8
AI Inventorship Listening Session - West Coast Virtual and
Stanford, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
9
Learn about the Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for AIA Proceedings before the PTAB
12:00 p.m. ET
9
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 6: Responding to an office action Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
9
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
10
Invention-Con 2023: Building tomorrow's innovation Alexandria, VA US
12:00 p.m. ET
11
China IP: Quarterly legislation and case law update
10:00 a.m. ET
11
Invention-Con 2023: Building tomorrow's innovation Alexandria, VA US
12:00 p.m. ET
11
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
12
Invention-Con 2023: Building tomorrow's innovation Alexandria, VA US
12:00 p.m. ET
12
PTAB LEAP: Appeal mock oral argument practicum
1:00 p.m. ET
15
Become a Patent Examiner Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
16
Learn the fundamentals of the patent application process
9:00 a.m. ET
16
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
16
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 7: Keeping your registration alive Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
17
Learn the fundamentals of the patent application process
9:00 a.m. ET
17
Green Energy Innovation Expo Alexandria, VA US
9:00 a.m. ET
17
Learn intellectual property basics with the USPTO Virtual
11:00 a.m. CT
17
Fundamentos de las marcas registradas Virtual
9:00 a.m. PT
17
Successful Inventing: The corporate licensing process Virtual
4:00 p.m. PT
18
Learn the fundamentals of the patent application process
9:00 a.m. ET
18
Patent Public Advisory Committee executive session
9:00 a.m. ET
18
Become a design patent examiner Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
18
Patent Public Advisory Committee fee setting hearing Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
1:00 p.m. ET
18
The Path to a Patent, Part V: Understanding the role of claims in a patent application Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
18
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
19
Patent Public Advisory Committee executive session
9:00 a.m. ET
19
PTAB LEAP: Appeal oral argument "encore"
12:00 p.m. ET
22
Fundamentos de la propiedad intelectual Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
22
Intellectual property fundamentals Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
23
Recursos útiles para inventores, innovadores y emprendedores Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
23
Resources for inventors, innovators, and entrepreneurs Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
23
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 8: Question-and-answer panel Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
23
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
24
Fundamentos básicos de las patentes Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
24
#WEWednesday – Funding your startup: What investors are looking for and what women entrepreneurs need to know Berkeley, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
24
Patent basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
25
Demystifying patents and trademarks Indianapolis, IN US
10:30 a.m. ET
25
Fundamentos básicos de las marcas registradas Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
25
PTAB Inventor Hour - Episode 18 Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
25
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
25
Trademark basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
25
The Path to a Patent, Part VI: Learn how to protect your IP abroad Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
25
Getting Started with Patent Public Search Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
26
Aprenda cómo proteger su tecnología en el extranjero Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
26
Learn how to protect your technology abroad Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
26
Patent Public Search: Tips for Frequent Searchers Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
30
Invention education in practice Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
31
Learn how to protect your IP abroad with the USPTO Virtual
11:00 a.m. CT
31
K-12 education office hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
31
2023 Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program: Inspiration for innovation
3:00 p.m. ET
June 2023
1
Intellectual Property Basics and Helpful Resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
1
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
1
The Path to a Patent, Part VII: How to file a patent application using Patent Center Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
5
Trademark Public Advisory Committee fee setting hearing Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
1:00 p.m. ET
5
USPTO Study on Patent Pro Bono Program: Listening Session for Inventors Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
5:30 p.m. ET
6
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
7
USPTO Study on Patent Pro Bono Program: Listening Session for Patent Lawyers and Agents Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
1:00 p.m. ET
8
The Path to a Patent, Part VIII: Common mistakes and post-filing support Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
8
Rescheduled for August 3: Proud Innovation 2023 Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
9
Entrepreneurship Essentials Workshop and Resource Fair Virtual and
Honolulu, HI US
10:00 a.m. HT
13
Sustainable innovation dialogue: Exploring the relationship between IP and climate change innovation Honolulu, HI US
8:30 a.m. HT
14
#WEWednesday – From Problem to Market: How Two Women Are Addressing Global Challenges Virtual and
Honolulu, HI US
8:00 a.m. HT
14
Successful Inventing: Early-stage funding Virtual
4:00 p.m. PT
15
China IP Road Show in Texas: Strategies for protecting intellectual property in China Dallas, TX US
8:30 a.m. CT
15
Learn about the Request for Comments Regarding Motion to Amend Practice before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board
12:00 p.m. ET
15
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
15
Getting Started with Patent Public Search Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
16
Trademark basics: What every small business should know now, not later Virtual and
San Jose, CA US
11:00 a.m. PT
16
Patent Public Search: Tips for Frequent Searchers Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
20
Become a Patent Examiner Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
21
August 3: Proud Innovation 2023 Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
22
PTAB Inventor Hour - Episode 19
12:00 p.m. ET
27
Learn how to conduct a patent search at the USPTO Texas Regional Office Dallas, TX US
10:00 a.m. CT
27
Navigating the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board appeals process
2:00 p.m. ET
27
Breaking barriers to STEM careers for kids with disabilities Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
28
Design Webinar Series: Implementing design patents into a business strategy Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
28
K-12 education office hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
29
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
July 2023
6
Intellectual Property Basics and Helpful Resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
11
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 1: Fundamentals Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
11
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
12
Design Webinar Series: Implementing design patents into a business strategy Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
13
The Path to a Patent, Part I: IP basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
18
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 2: Registration process overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
19
Successful Inventing: Preliminary marketing and advertising Virtual
4:00 p.m. PT
20
Learn about handling issues that typically arise during an AIA proceeding before the PTAB
12:00 p.m. ET
20
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
20
The Path to a Patent, Part II: Drafting provisional patent applications Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
24
Getting Started with Patent Public Search Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
25
Attend the virtual Technology Center 2600 Customer Partnership Meeting Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
25
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 3: Searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
25
Patent Public Search: Tips for Frequent Searchers Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
25
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
27
PTAB Inventor Hour - Episode 20
12:00 p.m. ET
27
The Path to a Patent, Part III: Patent searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
28
Entrepreneurship Essentials Workshop and Resource Fair Hanscom, MA US
11:30 a.m. ET
31
USPTO-FDA Cross-Training - July 31, 2023
1:00 p.m. ET
August 2023
1
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 4: Application requirements Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
1
Learn how to make a smooth transition to Patent Center Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
2
Stakeholder listening session: U.S. intellectual property priorities abroad Seattle, WA US
3:00 p.m. PT
3
Intellectual Property Basics and Helpful Resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
3
The Path to a Patent, Part IV: Learn how to draft a patent application Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
3
Proud Innovation 2023 Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
8
SOaR presents -- How to use Patent Public Search tool (PPUBS) to search like an examiner Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
8
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 5: Application filing walk-through Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
8
Southeast Asia IP Roadshow 2023 Virtual
7:00 p.m. ET
9
Trademark Public Advisory Committee executive session
9:00 a.m. ET
9
#WEWednesday – Women's Entrepreneurship Series: Educating the next generation of innovators Wilmington, DE US
12:00 p.m. ET
9
Design Webinar Series: Implementing design patents into a business strategy Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
10
Learn how to make a smooth transition to Patent Center Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
10
The Path to a Patent, Part V: Understanding the role of claims in a patent application Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
11
Trademark Public Advisory Committee executive session
9:00 a.m. ET
11
Trademark Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
11:00 a.m. ET
15
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 6: Responding to an office action Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
17
Learn about the Revised Interim Director Review, Delegated Rehearing Panel, and Appeals Review Panel Processes at the PTAB
12:00 p.m. ET
17
Learn how to make a smooth transition to Patent Center Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
17
The Path to a Patent, Part VI: Learn how to protect your IP abroad Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
21
Fundamentos de la propiedad intelectual Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
21
Intellectual property fundamentals Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
22
Recursos útiles para inventores, innovadores y emprendedores Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
22
Inventors: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
22
Resources for inventors, innovators, and entrepreneurs Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
22
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 7: Keeping your registration alive Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
23
Inventors: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
23
Fundamentos básicos de las patentes Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
23
Patent basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
24
Inventors: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
24
Fundamentos básicos de las marcas registradas Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
24
PTAB Inventor Hour - Episode 21
12:00 p.m. ET
24
Trademark basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
24
The Path to a Patent, Part VII: How to file a patent application using Patent Center Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
24
Learn how to make a smooth transition to Patent Center Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
25
Inventors: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
25
Aprenda cómo proteger su tecnología en el extranjero Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
25
Learn how to protect your technology abroad Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
29
Learn how to conduct a patent search at the USPTO Texas Regional Office Dallas, TX US
10:00 a.m. CT
29
Learn how to make a smooth transition to Patent Center Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
29
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 8: Question-and-answer panel Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
29
Back to School with Invention Education Virtual
6:00 p.m. ET
30
K-12 education office hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
31
Trademark basics: What every small business should know now, not later Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
31
Getting started with Patent Public Search Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
September 2023
6
Empowering Minds: Women entrepreneurs two-step through funding and mentorship to the beat of intellectual property (IP) Virtual and
Nashville, TN US
12:00 p.m. CT
7
USPTO PTAB/TTAB Stadium Tour – Live at NCCU Durham, NC US
10:00 a.m. ET
7
Attend the Biotechnology, Chemical, and Pharmaceutical (BCP) Customer Partnership Meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
10:00 a.m. ET
7
Intellectual Property Basics and Helpful Resources Virtual
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Entrepreneurship Essentials Workshop and Resource Fair Fort Campbell, TN US
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The Path to a Patent, Part VIII: Common mistakes and post-filing support Virtual
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POSTPONED - Birds of a feather invent together: Learn how two local men in chicken suits got their invention to the marketplace when Invention-Con comes to Akron Akron, OH US
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Join an interactive discussion of Business Methods Virtual
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Expanding your market: Trademarks Virtual
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Learn how to make a smooth transition to Patent Center Virtual
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Demo of the new trademark search system  Virtual
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Learn how to make a smooth transition to Patent Center Virtual
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Leveraging design protections for small and medium-sized businesses workshop Detroit, MI US
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Transitioning from TESS to new search
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Public listening session: Innovating ideas on standards and intellectual property Alexandria, VA US
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SOaR presents: Hague applications for international design protection Virtual
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Expanding your market: Patent protection Virtual
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PTAB Boardside Chat: In-house Counsel Perspectives on AIA Trial Proceedings
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Getting started with Patent Public Search Virtual
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Demo of the new trademark search system Virtual
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First-Time Filer Expedited Examination Pilot Program webinar Virtual
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Deadline extended: Trademark public listening session on changes to duration of attorney recognition Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
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Invention education propels learning and student opportunities outside of the classroom Virtual
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AI/ET Partnership Series #4: AI tools and data Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
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SOaR Joint Voices: Featuring three-step approach to filing a patent without an attorney and the USPTO Midwest Regional Office Virtual
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K-12 education office hours Virtual
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28
Entrepreneurship Essentials Workshop and Resource Fair Rota, AE US
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PTAB Inventor Hour - Episode 22
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Learn how to make a smooth transition to Patent Center Virtual
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Demo of the new trademark search system Virtual
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Federal trademark searching: Basics
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Learn how to make a smooth transition to Patent Center Virtual
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Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 1: Fundamentals Virtual
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4
Expanding your market: Enforcement Virtual
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One-day trademarks boot camp Montrose, CO US
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Intellectual Property Basics and Helpful Resources Virtual
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Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 2: Registration process overview Virtual
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Patent Pro Bono Program: Pathways to inclusive innovation Alexandria, VA US
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Entrepreneurship Essentials Roadshow and Resource Fair Oceanside, CA US
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Expanding your market: Learn about the Mexican Institute of Industrial Property Virtual
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11
LEAP to Chambers – Denver Denver, CO US
2:00 p.m. MT
12
Entrepreneurship Essentials Roadshow and Resource Fair San Diego, CA US
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12
The Path to a Patent, Part I: IP basics Virtual
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12
Hispanic Americans impacting society through innovation and entrepreneurship Virtual
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13
Strategies for protecting intellectual property in China: What San Diego businesses need to know San Diego, CA US
8:30 a.m. PT
16
Federal trademark searching: advanced techniques
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17
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 3: Searching Virtual
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18
Women Entrepreneurs: Protect and promote your brand Virtual and
Evanston, IL US
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19
Learn how to make a smooth transition to Patent Center Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
19
One-day patents boot camp Sacramento, CA US
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19
The Path to a Patent, Part II: Drafting provisional patent applications Virtual
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19
Trademark Public Advisory Committee executive session
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19
Fashion, Beauty, and Intellectual Property: What would you wear – or not? Virtual
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20
One-day trademarks boot camp Sacramento, CA US
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24
Learn the fundamentals of the patent application process Virtual
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A day in the life of a USPTO patent examiner Virtual
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24
Learn how to make a smooth transition to Patent Center Virtual
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24
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 4: Application requirements Virtual
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24
Expanding your market: Copyright protection - RESCHEDULED Virtual
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25
Learn the fundamentals of the patent application process Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
26
Learn the fundamentals of the patent application process Virtual
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26
PTAB Inventor Hour - Episode 23
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26
The Path to a Patent, Part III: Patent searching Virtual
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26
Getting started with Patent Public Search Virtual
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27
LEAP to Law School—Texas A&M Law School Fort Worth, TX US
10:00 a.m. CT
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2024 National Patent Application Drafting Competition overview webinar Virtual
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27
2024 National Patent Application Drafting Competition overview webinar Virtual
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30
Strategies for protecting and enforcing intellectual property regarding China: What Green Bay and Wisconsin businesses need to know Green Bay, WI US
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31
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 5: Application filing walk-through Virtual
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Trademark Public Advisory Committee executive session
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1
K-12 education office hours Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
2
One-day patents boot camp Shreveport, LA US
9:00 a.m. CT
2
Intellectual Property Basics and Helpful Resources Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
2
Learn how to make a smooth transition to Patent Center Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
2
The Path to a Patent, Part IV: Learn how to draft a patent application Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
3
One-day trademarks boot camp Shreveport, LA US
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3
Trademark Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
11:00 a.m. ET
3
Intellectual property basics for National Veterans Small Business Week Virtual
11:00 a.m. CT
7
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 6: Responding to an office action Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
8
One-day patents boot camp Carbondale, IL US
9:00 a.m. CT
8
Spirits and Intellectual Property: Bourbon Virtual and
Louisville, KY US
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The Path to a Patent, Part V: Understanding the role of claims in a patent application Virtual
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14
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course
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Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 7: Keeping your registration alive Virtual
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14
SOaR webinar: Hague applications for international design protection Virtual
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15
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course
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15
A fireside chat with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
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16
One-day patents boot camp Morehead, KY US
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16
China IP: Legislation and case law update
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Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course
12:00 p.m. ET
16
Learn about recent updates to internal decision circulation and review procedures at the PTAB
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16
The Path to a Patent, Part VI: Learn how to protect your IP abroad Virtual
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16
Getting started with Patent Public Search Virtual
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17
Agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course
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Invest in HER: Empowering women’s ventures Virtual and
New Orleans, LA US
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One-day trademarks boot camp Chicago, IL US
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21
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 8: Question-and-answer panel Virtual
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Empowering Innovations: Celebrating Hispanic pioneers in education and invention Virtual
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K-12 education office hours Virtual
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Roundtable discussion: Tribes, intellectual property, and consumer protection Alexandria, VA US
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Patent Public Advisory Committee public meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
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30
The Path to a Patent, Part VII: How to file a patent application using Patent Center Virtual
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Fashion, Beauty, and Intellectual Property: Fashion law and social justice inclusion in IP Virtual
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Learn how to conduct a patent search at the USPTO Texas Regional Office Dallas, TX US
10:00 a.m. CT
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Intellectual Property Basics and Helpful Resources Virtual
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The Path to a Patent, Part VIII: Common mistakes and post-filing support Virtual
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Ex Parte Appeal Roadshows - Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA US
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11
A day in the life of a USPTO patent examiner Virtual
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12
17th annual USPTO-GIPC IP attaché roundtable Washington, DC US
8:30 a.m. ET
12
Navigating the Madrid Protocol: USPTO as office of origin Virtual
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Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
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13
SOaR Joint Voices: Learn the three-step approach to filing a patent without an attorney and what the USPTO Midwest Regional Office can do for you Virtual
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14
2023 Veterans Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Virtual
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14
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
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14
Getting started with Patent Public Search Virtual
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20
Patents for librarians Virtual
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January 2024
9
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 1: Fundamentals Virtual
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10
Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
10
Women's Entrepreneurship Series: Leading women leading change Las Vegas, NV US
2:00 p.m. PT
11
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
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11
The Path to a Patent, Part I: IP basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
16
A fireside chat with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
16
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 2: Registration process overview Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
16
Trademarks for librarians Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
17
Patents for librarians Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
18
Learn about handling issues that typically arise during an AIA proceeding before the PTAB
12:00 p.m. ET
18
The Path to a Patent, Part II: Drafting provisional patent applications Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
23
Learn the fundamentals of the patent application process Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
23
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 3: Searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
23
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
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24
Learn the fundamentals of the patent application process Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
24
Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
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25
Learn the fundamentals of the patent application process Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
25
PTAB Inventor Hour - Episode 24
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25
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
25
The Path to a Patent, Part III: Patent searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
25
Getting started with Patent Public Search Virtual
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30
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
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30
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 4: Application requirements Virtual
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30
Learn about the USPTO's National Summer Teacher Institute on Innovation Virtual
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31
Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
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February 2024
1
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
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1
Ex Parte Appeal Roadshows - Austin, Texas Austin, TX US
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1
The Path to a Patent, Part IV: Learn how to draft a patent application Virtual
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6
Learn how to conduct a patent search at the USPTO Texas Regional Office Dallas, TX US
10:00 a.m. CT
6
A day in the life of a USPTO patent examiner Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
6
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 5: Application filing walk-through Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
6
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
8
One-day trademarks boot camp Carbondale, IL US
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8
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
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Federal trademark searching: Getting started Virtual
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Federal trademark searching: Field tag searching Virtual
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Federal trademark searching: Field tag searching with regular expressions Virtual
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International agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
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13
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
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13
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 6: Responding to an office action Virtual
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14
International agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
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Federal trademark searching: Getting started Virtual
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Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
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Federal trademark searching: Field tag searching Virtual
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14
Federal trademark searching: Field tag searching with regular expressions Virtual
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15
International agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
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15
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
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15
The Path to a Patent, Part V: Understanding the role of claims in a patent application Virtual
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16
International agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course Virtual
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16
Federal trademark searching: Getting started Virtual
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16
Federal trademark searching: Field tag searching Virtual
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16
Federal trademark searching: Field tag searching with regular expressions Virtual
4:00 p.m. ET
20
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 7: Keeping your registration alive Virtual
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20
Trademarks for librarians Virtual
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21
One-day trademarks boot camp Towson, MD US
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21
Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
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21
Patents for librarians Virtual
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21
Women's Entrepreneurship Series – Leading with purpose: Women making a difference St. Louis, MO US
5:00 p.m. CT
22
PTAB Inventor Hour – Episode 25
12:00 p.m. ET
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The Path to a Patent, Part VI: Learn how to protect your IP abroad Virtual
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22
2024 Black Innovation and Entrepreneurship program: Innovate, elevate, and empower St. Louis, MO US
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27
Learn how to assess the strengths and weaknesses of a potential patent application Virtual
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27
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
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27
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 8: Question-and-answer panel Virtual
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27
Foster a culture of creativity in the classroom with invention and intellectual property education Virtual
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28
Learn how to assess the strengths and weaknesses of a potential patent application Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
28
One-day trademarks boot camp Hammond, LA US
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28
Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
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29
Ex Parte Appeal Roadshows - Atlanta Atlanta, GA US
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29
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
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29
The Path to a Patent, Part VII: How to file a patent application using Patent Center Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
29
Getting started with Patent Public Search Virtual
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29
Fashion, Beauty, and Intellectual Property: Trademarks Virtual
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March 2024
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Attend the Public Engagement Partnership meeting Alexandria, VA US
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Federal trademark searching: Overview Virtual
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Inventorship guidance for AI-assisted inventions webinar Virtual
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Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
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Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
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Women's Entrepreneurship - Global initiatives and opportunities for women Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
1:45 p.m. ET
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The Path to a Patent, Part VIII: Common mistakes and post-filing support Virtual
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Fundamentos de la propiedad intelectual Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
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Recursos útiles para inventores, innovadores y emprendedores Virtual
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National Medal of Technology and Innovation Webinar 2024 Virtual
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Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
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Fundamentos básicos de las patentes Virtual
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14
One-day trademarks boot camp Princess Anne, MD US
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Fundamentos básicos de las marcas registradas Virtual
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Formerly Incarcerated Innovation and Entrepreneurship program: Overcoming challenge with innovation Virtual
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Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
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Aprenda cómo proteger su tecnología en el extranjero Virtual
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Federal trademark searching: Overview Virtual
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16
Entrepreneurship Essentials Roadshow and Resource Fair Fort Buchanan, PR US
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Feria de Recursos Esenciales para Emprendedores
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Learn the fundamentals of the patent application process Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
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Attend the Biotechnology, Chemical, and Pharmaceutical (BCP) Customer Partnership Meeting Virtual and
Alexandria, VA US
12:00 p.m. ET
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Patents for librarians Virtual
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19
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
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19
Trademark practitioners: Avoid attorney scams and bad behavior Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
20
Learn the fundamentals of the patent application process Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
20
Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
20
Trademarks for librarians Virtual
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21
Learn the fundamentals of the patent application process Virtual
9:00 a.m. ET
21
Learn about hearings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
21
Igniting innovation: Empowering students through STEAM Virtual
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21
Getting started with Patent Public Search Virtual
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26
Strategies for protecting and enforcing intellectual property in China: What Illinois businesses need to know Chicago, IL US
8:30 a.m. CT
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Learn how to conduct a patent search at the USPTO Texas Regional Office Dallas, TX US
10:00 a.m. CT
26
SOaR presents -- How to use Patent Public Search tool (PPUBS) to search like an examiner Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
27
Public Symposium on AI and IP Los Angeles, CA US
10:00 a.m. PT
27
2024 Women’s Entrepreneurship Symposium: Understanding the global impact of women in IP Virtual
1:00 p.m. ET
28
USPTO PTAB/TTAB Stadium Tour – Live at Southern University Baton Rouge, LA US
10:00 a.m. CT
28
A day in the life of a USPTO patent examiner Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
28
PTAB Inventor Hour – Episode 26 Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
28
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
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Federal trademark searching: Overview Virtual
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April 2024
2
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 1: Fundamentals Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
3
Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
4
One-day patents boot camp Bowling Green, KY US
9:00 a.m. CT
4
Ex Parte Appeal Roadshows - Indianapolis, Indiana Indianapolis, IN US
1:00 p.m. ET
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The Path to a Patent, Part I: IP basics Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
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One-day trademarks boot camp Bowling Green, KY US
9:00 a.m. CT
9
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 2: Registration process overview Virtual
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Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
11
The Path to a Patent, Part II: Drafting provisional patent applications Virtual
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11
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
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12
Patent Pro Bono Program: Pathways to Inclusive Innovation Atlanta, GA US
9:00 a.m. ET
12
Federal trademark searching: Overview Virtual
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16
SOaR webinar: Federal Circuit decision case studies impacting design application examination Virtual
11:00 a.m. ET
16
Attend the Technology Center 2600 Customer Partnership Meeting
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Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 3: Searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
17
A fireside chat with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
17
SOaR webinar: Federal Circuit decision case studies impacting design application examination Virtual
3:00 p.m. ET
18
One-day patents boot camp Frostburg, MD US
9:00 a.m. ET
18
The Path to a Patent, Part III: Patent searching Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
23
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 4: Application requirements Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
24
Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET
25
The Path to a Patent, Part IV: Learn how to draft a patent application Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
25
Attend DOCX filing training Virtual
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26
Federal trademark searching: Overview Virtual
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Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 5: Application filing walk-through Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
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Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
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Trademark basics: Learn the fundamentals Virtual
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2
One-day trademarks boot camp Frostburg, MD US
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2
Ex Parte Appeal Roadshows - Philadelphia Philadelphia, PA US
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Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 6: Responding to an office action Virtual
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Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
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The Path to a Patent, Part V: Understanding the role of claims in a patent application Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
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PTAB LEAP: AIA mock oral argument practicum
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Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 7: Keeping your registration alive Virtual
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A day in the life of a USPTO patent examiner Virtual
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The Path to a Patent, Part VI: Learn how to protect your IP abroad Virtual
2:00 p.m. ET
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Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 8: Question-and-answer panel Virtual
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Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
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Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
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Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
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Trademark basics: Learn the fundamentals Virtual
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One-day patents boot camp Hammond, LA US
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The Path to a Patent, Part VII: How to file a patent application using Patent Center Virtual
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Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
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The Path to a Patent, Part VIII: Common mistakes and post-filing support Virtual
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A fireside chat with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
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Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners Virtual
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July 2024
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A day in the life of a USPTO patent examiner Virtual
12:00 p.m. ET