Celebrating 10 years

USI’s First Annual Conference

Join us for the USI First Annual Conference, a remarkable event celebrating our 10-year journey! This in-person conference will take place Thursday, October 19, 2023, through Saturday October 21st.

Prepare to be inspired by three days filled with engaging discussions, insightful presentations, and networking opportunities.

Whether you are a long-time member or just starting your journey with USI, this conference offers a unique chance to connect with industry experts, gain valuable insights, and expand your network. It’s an event you don’t want to miss!

Get ready to celebrate our 10-year milestone with us at the USI First Annual Conference. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more updates!

AGENDA

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19TH

CAPITOL HILL; WASHINGTON DC
INTRODUCTIONS AND BREAKFAST BEGINS AT 8 AM (LOCATION TBA)
EVENT STARTS AT 9 AM AND ENDS AT 6 PM

Starting at 9 am, attend meetings with your Lawmakers. Meetings will either be scheduled, or you can walk the halls and attend meetings with other representatives. This is a great opportunity to share your stories with those who can enact change.

Starting at 9 am, attend meetings with your Lawmakers. Meetings will either be scheduled, or you can walk the halls and attend meetings with other representatives. This is a great opportunity to share your stories with those who can enact change.

  • Representative Presentation
  • Innovation Race Movie
  • Special Speaker, TBA

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20TH

USPTO BUILDING; ALEXANDRIA, VA
REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 8 AM
EVENT STARTS AT 9 AM AND ENDS AT 6 PM

Speakers:

  • Paul Morinville
  • Randy Landreneau

Keynote Speaker: Andrei Iancu

Breaking down the detrimental changes to our patent system.

  • eBay vs MercExchange
  • America Invents Act (AIA) and the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB)
  • Alice vs CLS Banks

Speaker: Jeff Parker

Sponsored by

Panelists:

  • Adam Mossoff
  • Robert Sterne
  • Molly Metz

Moderator:

  • Warren Tuttle

Speaker: Thomas Woolsten

Speaker: Jonathan Rogers

Panelists:

  • Steve Daniels
  • Judge Paul Michel
  • Scott McKeown

Moderator:

  • Paul Morinville

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21ST

USPTO BUILDING; ALEXANDRIA, VA
REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 8 AM
EVENT STARTS AT 9 AM AND ENDS AT 3 PM
AWARDS CEREMONY AND DINNER BEGINS AT 6 PM AT THE HOLIDAY INN CARLYLE LOCATION

Speaker:

  • Randy Landreneau

Speaker: Robert Greenspoon

Topic 1: Valuation

  • Matt Moyers

Topic 2: IP-Based Lending

  • Brian Hinman

Sponsored by:

Panelist:

TBD

Moderator: TBD

Panel TBD

Speaker: James Howard

Speakers:

  • Paul Morinville
  • Molly Metz
  • Cliff Maloney

Location: Holiday Inn Carlyle: 2460 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, VA, US

Time: 6 pm

**Agenda is subject to change

Register Today!

For media and press, please reach out to Kassidy at Kassidy@usinventor.org

Further details

Where to Stay:

US Inventor has reserved a limited number of rooms at the Holiday Inn Alexandria-Carlyle Location.

Attendees can reserve a room at a discounted rate. Rooms are reserved on a first-come, first-serve basis. Rooms must be reserved by September 29th, 2023, to receive the discounted rate.

Please use this link to reserve your room: Holiday Inn Hotel Reservation

Further Details:

Event details and updates will be communicated via email and text.

Please contact Kassidy at Kassidy@USInventor.org if you have any questions.

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