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SUMMARY:Protecting Your Big Idea: Patent Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered if your Big Idea can be patented? Learn more about patents\, the patent application process\, and patent strategies for entrepreneurs and small businesses with Patent Agent Stosch Sabo. Whether you’re preparing to launch a new business or exploring a patent strategy for an established business\, this workshop will provide insight into the costs\, timelines\, benefits\, limitations\, and strategies related to patents. \nJoin us at the NIACC Pappajohn Center for this free in-person workshop that will help you learn how to protect your Big Idea. \nWho Should Attend?\n- Innovators\, inventors\, and entrepreneurs of product-based businesses\n- Anyone interested in better understanding how patents may play a role in your business\, now or in the future \nSpace is Limited. Registration is required. Register now at https://pappajohncenter.zohobackstage.com/Patent-Workshop \nFeatured Speaker: Stosch Stabo\, Lead Patent Agent.\nStosch Sabo has drafted/prosecuted 400+ patents to issuance in his 10+ years as a Lead Patent Agent at IBM. Prior to joining IBM\, Stosch was an engineer for several years where he was an inventor on multiple patent applications. He graduated Magna Cum Laude with dual degrees in Composite Materials Engineering and English from Winona State University. He lives in Mason City with his wife and two young kids. \n
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/protecting-your-big-idea-patent-workshop/
LOCATION:Pappajohn Center #117\, 500 College Dr\, Mason City\, IA\, 50401\, United States
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