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Datum
16 November 2023 15:00–19:00
Location
Culliganlaan 5, 1831 Machelen, België
Event type
Member events & trainings
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Unlocking value through Intellectual Property

Member events & trainings

Brantsandpatents is honored to invite you to an exclusive seminar, focusing on the integral role of Intellectual Property (IP) in venture capital & private equity investments.

The crucial role of intellectual property (IP) assets in supporting many of today's companies is widely recognized. When effectively managed, IP, which includes patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and copyrights, can be a source of profit and provide significant returns for owners, compared to other asset types.

 

Currently, IP assets seem to be providing more value to companies than any other assets. In 1975, only 17 percent of the market value of S&P 500 companies came from intangible assets; by 2010, this number had risen to 80 percent. According to Ocean Tomo, the implied intangible asset value of the S&P 500 was 90 percent by July 2020. This trend holds for the S&P Europe 350 index as well, albeit to a lesser extent, with an increase from 71% in 2015 to 74% in 2020.

 

In this seminar, we will explore the impact of good IP due diligence on the valuation of investments. You will gain insights into how a robust IP strategy can shield investments from legal and financial adversities, and how a sound IP strategy may help establish and enhance partnerships and collaborations for your portfolio companies.

Speakers

  • Johan Brants, founder and CEO of Brantsandpatents

  • Ruth Melkebeke, Director at PWC

  • Michiel Avontuur, CEO of Balak Coatings

  • Ellen Crabbe, partner at brantsandpatents

  • Philippe De Backer, former secretary of State and currently partner at Newton Biocapital

  • Alexander De Croo, Prime Minister of Belgium, founder of Darts-IP

  

Who should attend

Venture capitalists, investors and business angels who wish to learn more about protecting and unlocking value through Intellectual Property

 

Why attend

  • In-depth Knowledge Acquisition: Immerse yourself in valuable insights provided by seasoned IP professionals.

  • Networking Opportunities: Engage with a network of other venture capitalists.

  • Customized Content: Benefit from sessions tailored specifically for venture capitalists.

  • Interactive Q&A Sessions: Address your IP-related queries with our experts.

 

In appreciation of your participation, all attendees will be entitled to a complimentary IP consultation session with experts of brantsandpatents for their portfolio companies.

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