Intellectual Property Department and Patent & Trade Secrets Litigation Co- Chair, Barbara Fiacco, will speak on the panel, “Patent Strategy That Works in the Real World,” at NEHEN’s May Member Meeting. In today’s environment, IP strategy directly impacts valuation, funding, and exit outcomes. Rising costs, increased scrutiny, and real-world enforcement challenges are forcing companies to rethink how they manage and invest in their patent portfolios. Join NEHEN for a practical, in-the-trenches discussion on what actually works in today’s IP landscape.
The discussion will cover:
- How leading companies prioritize patent investments in capital-constrained environments
- Where IP strategy most directly impacts fundraising and valuation
- How to navigate validity challenges and enforcement risk
- Best practices for managing outside counsel and internal IP resources
- What investors and operators look for in a defensible patent strategy
The panel brings together experienced leaders across patent services, entrepreneurship, and IP investment to share real-world insights and actionable guidance.
