This Week
July 11
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 1: Fundamentals 2 p.m. ET In this first module of our eight-part virtual Trademark Basics Boot Camp, we’ll focus on trademark protection in the United States.
Attend DOCX filing training 2 p.m. ET Join us to learn how to file patent-related documents in DOCX format using Patent Center. You'll hear from experts on the USPTO eCommerce Modernization (eMod) team, who will provide demonstrations and answer your questions.
July 12
Design Webinar Series: Implementing design patents into a business strategy 1 p.m. ET In this second session of the 2023 Design Webinar Series, we'll discuss the USPTO's perspective on leveraging design patents and the applications process from filing to grant.
July 13
The Path to a Patent, Part I: IP basics 2 p.m. ET In part one of this eight-part recurring series, you'll learn about the different types of intellectual property (IP), the patenting process from start to finish, and how to weigh the costs and benefits of hiring a patent attorney.
Next Week
July 18
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 2: Registration process overview 2 p.m. ET In this second module of our eight-part virtual Trademark Basics Boot Camp, we'll focus on the overall trademark registration process, from filing to registration. Understanding the process is critical to avoid missing any filing deadlines, which could jeopardize your application or registration.
July 19
Successful Inventing: Preliminary marketing and advertising 4 p.m. ET Are you new to the invention process? Don't miss this session of our Successful Inventing series, which brings together a panel of marketing and invention experts to discuss finding customers, distributing your products, and right-sizing your advertising budget.
July 20
Attend DOCX filing training 1 p.m. ET Join us to learn how to file patent-related documents in DOCX format using Patent Center. You'll hear from experts on the USPTO eCommerce Modernization (eMod) team, who will provide demonstrations and answer your questions.
The Path to a Patent, Part II: Drafting provisional patent applications 2 p.m. ET In part two of this eight-part recurring series, you'll learn the key differences between provisional and nonprovisional patent applications, filing requirements and fees, the different ways to file a provisional application, and more.
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