This Week
October 2
Federal trademark searching: Basics 2 p.m. ET This webinar will introduce you to federal trademark searching and the fundamental mechanics of using the new trademark search system.
October 3
Roundtable: Future strategies in anti-counterfeiting and anti-piracy 10 a.m. ET In this roundtable, the USPTO will obtain insights from businesses, intellectual property (IP) rights holders, and other stakeholders regarding anti-counterfeiting and anti-piracy trends and strategies.
Learn how to make a smooth transition to Patent Center 1 p.m. ET This free training session will demonstrate how to access publicly available patent applications, patent publications, and patents using Patent Center.
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.
October 4
Mexico IP series - Expanding your market: Enforcement 2 p.m. ET During this training, you will learn the best approach for enforcing your intellectual property (IP) in this market, whether you are new to or currently selling in the Mexican market.
October 5
One-day trademarks boot camp 9 a.m. MT This in-person, single-day workshop will explore what trademarks are, the benefits of federal trademark registration, and the basics of the registration process.
Intellectual Property Basics and Helpful Resources noon ET Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from USPTO experts about intellectual property (IP) basics and potential ways to protect your innovation as you transition from idea to product.
Next Week
October 10
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.
October 11
Patent Pro Bono Program: Pathways to inclusive innovation 12:30 p.m. ET Leaders in the intellectual property (IP) and small-business community will share their stories and tips on how to protect your IP via patents and trademarks.
Expanding your market: Learn about the Mexican Institute of Industrial Property 2 p.m. ET During this training, you will hear from the Divisional Director of Intellectual Property Protection about the Mexican Institute of Industrial Property (IMPI), and protecting and enforcing intellectual property (IP) before the IMPI.
LEAP to Chambers - Denver 2 p.m. MT LEAP to Chambers provides LEAP-eligible practitioners (LEAPers) an insider perspective on practicing before PTAB.
October 12
The Path to a Patent, Part I: IP Basics 2 p.m. ET USPTO experts provide an overview of the different types of intellectual property (IP) that includes patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and copyrights as well as an introduction to the patent process.
Hispanic Americans impacting society through innovation and entrepreneurship 2 p.m. ET Come learn about the economic impact and entrepreneurial contributions of Hispanic Americans, and get tips on developing and protecting an impactful idea.
October 13
Strategies for protecting intellectual property in China: What San Diego businesses need to know 8:30 a.m. PT At this program, experts will share how U.S. rights holders can protect and enforce their intellectual property (IP) in China and the U.S.
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