USPTO events for the weeks of October 9 - October 20

Published on: 10/10/2023 9:32 AM

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USPTO Events

This 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

Entrepreneurship Essentials Roadshow and Resource Fair for military community members 9:30 a.m. PT
Join us in cooperation with Camp Pendelton's Family Member Employment Assistance Program (FMEAP) and the SoCal Veterans Business Outreach Center to learn about starting your own business.

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

Entrepreneurship Essentials Roadshow and Resource Fair for military community members 9:30 a.m. PT
Join us in cooperation with Fleet and Family Support Center San Diego and the SoCal Veterans Business Outreach Center to learn about starting your own business.

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.

Next week

October 16

Federal trademark searching: Advanced techniques 2 p.m. ET
This webinar will introduce attendees to the upper-level mechanics of trademark searching with the new trademark search tool.

October 17

Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 3: Searching 2 p.m. ET
This event is a must for any small business or new entrepreneur learning to navigate trademarks for the first time. In this module, we’ll cover important principles related to searching the USPTO's trademark database.

October 18

Women Entrepreneurs: Protect and promote your brand 11 a.m. CT
Breaking through barriers, these successful women have fostered ideas into prosperous ventures making a lasting impact.

October 19

Learn how to make a smooth transition to Patent Center 11 a.m. ET
Each session includes a demo on the features of Patent Center.

One-day patents boot camp 9 a.m. PT
This free, one-day patents workshop covers tools, techniques, and resources to understand the patent application process.

The Path to a Patent, Part II: Drafting provisional patent applications 2 p.m. ET
USPTO experts will discuss the key differences between provisional and nonprovisional patent applications, filing requirements and fees, the different ways to file a provisional application, and more.

October 20

One-day trademarks boot camp 9 a.m. PT
This free, one-day trademarks workshop explores what trademarks are, the benefits of federal trademark registration, and the basics of the registration process.


Looking for more? View all upcoming events on the USPTO website.


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