The U.S. patent system provides a pathway for individuals and businesses to develop groundbreaking solutions that drive critical industries forward. Small business owners, like ACT | The App Association members, are among the many technology developers who strengthen the U.S. patent system by leveraging it to bring new solutions to market. Unfortunately, this system has seen abuse from entities that enforce weak, invalid, or non-practiced patents to profit from and deplete the U.S. innovation economy.
That is why we’re excited to host Patent Quality Week 2024, a collaborative effort by industry leaders to spotlight the importance of a well-balanced, competitive, and healthy U.S. patent system. During our core event, we’ll explore key issues surrounding patent quality, focusing on how a strong and balanced patent system is key to fostering innovation, empowering small businesses, and maintaining healthy competition in the U.S. innovation economy. Learn more about our events and RSVP below.
Our core event for Patent Quality Week will be held on September 12 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Sonoma Restaurant and Wine Bar in Washington, DC. The event will conclude with a reception to celebrate the United States and its commitment to high-quality patents.
This event will feature a keynote address by USPTO Deputy Commissioner for Patents Charles Kim, followed by a panel discussion on critical issues that intersect emerging artificial intelligence (AI) and the U.S. patent system. Our esteemed panelists include:
Alex Moss, Executive Director, Public Interest Patent Law Institute
Johnathan Stroud, General Counsel, Unified Patents
Matthew H. Horton, Senior Counsel, Foley & Lardner LLP
Laura Sheridan, Head of Patent Policy, Google
Register: Here
October 16: Patent Quality Week: Professional Networking Happy Hour
ACT | The App Association’s second event celebrating Patent Quality Week 2024 will be held at the American University Washington College of Law (AUWCL) on October 16 from 4 to 7 p.m. Join us for our Patent Professional Networking Happy Hour for food, drinks, and to connect with leading academics, experts, practitioners, and the next generation of patent trailblazers! Attendees will be able to participate in a fireside chat centered around practical applications and tips for success as future professionals in the world of patent law.
Josh Landau, Adjunct Associate Professor of Law, American University Washington College of Law and Senior Counsel, Innovation Policy, Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA)
We invite all law students in the D.C. area to participate and all patent educators, experts, and practitioners to meet the next generation of patent trailblazers!
Register: Here
Please reach out to [email protected] if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you there!