The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Southwest Regional Outreach Office has been instrumental in assisting American inventors and small businesses, fostering innovation throughout the region, and contributing to the local and national economy. From providing patent and trademark services to conducting outreach programs, the office has played a vital role in advancing the interests of the Southwest region.
This special event will take place in person at the Arts District Mansion in Dallas, Texas, on Monday, May 11, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. CT. The event marks 10 years of supporting inventors and entrepreneurs in the Southwest region, in collaboration with the Dallas Bar Association Intellectual Property Section. Industry professionals will discuss the impact of intellectual property and participate in an afternoon filled with insightful talks and interactive sessions as we celebrate this important milestone. This event coincides with the USPTO’s celebration of America’s 250th anniversary and highlights the important role of intellectual property in the country’s growth.
Featured speakers include:
- John A. Squires, USPTO Director
- Andrei Iancu, former USPTO Director
- Laura Peter, former USPTO Deputy Director
- Hope Shimabuku, Director, USPTO Southwest Regional Outreach Office
- Dr. Julio Palmaz, Inventor of the balloon-expandable stent and owner of the PALMAZ® mark
Please register below to attend this in-person event.
Agenda
(Subject to change. All times Central Time)
| Topic |
|---|
| Opening remarks |
| Networking and lunch (self-serve buffet; each person pays for themself) |
| Welcome remarks |
| Unveiling of Inventor Card Dr. Julio C. Palmaz |
| Remarks by Dr. Julio Palmaz |
| A keynote Fireside Chat with Director John Squires |
| Former USPTO Director Andrei Iancu A250 remarks |
| Remarks from local representatives of the Dallas Bar Association |
| Remarks from Rice University Rice Center for Engineering Leadership |
| Closing remarks |
Additional Information
For any questions or concerns please contact the Southwest Regional Outreach Office at southwest@uspto.gov.
Accessibility accommodation
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please submit your request to the contact information listed above.