
Navigating IP & International Expansion | Tech & Toast
Join VentureLabs for the first in a series focused on the mechanics and strategy of global expansion.
If your deep-tech venture is eyeing international markets, this session is essential. Learn from IP experts about the hidden challenges that arise when you operate outside Canada. You’ll leave with actionable insights on protecting your intellectual property, understanding enforcement risks, and navigating the challenges and opportunities of foreign jurisdictions.
Who Should Attend
- Deep-tech startups planning to scale internationally in the next 1–3 years
- Companies already operating in foreign markets
- Founders and executives responsible for IP, contracts, or international strategy
- Legal and business advisors supporting ventures expanding globally
Takeaways:
- How to adapt your IP strategy for international operations
- The importance of governing law, liability clauses, and enforcement realities
- Practical guidance to minimize risk and maximize global opportunity
Presenting Speakers:
- Pablo Tseng, Partner (Intellectual Property) at McMillan in Vancouver
- Kurt Kolb, Partner, Perpetual Motion Patents
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Event Details
Navigating IP & International Expansion | Tech & Toast
Date:
March 4 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Location:
SFU VentureLabs (12th floor kitchen)
1200-555 West Hastings Street
Vancouver
BC
Organizer:
SFU VentureLabs
Cost:
Free