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The following workshops are being offered in conjunction with the PIUG 2025 Annual Conference. You must register for each workshop you wish to attend. This can be done when registering for the conference itself or afterwards. Virtual registrants will need the Meeting App as well, which will be available next month in order to attend the workshops. The app will only be accessible to conference registrants. Therefore, the workshops listed below are for conference registrants only. The workshop schedule will change as more information is provided by hosts and more workshops are requested. The PIUG Course in the Edison D will be streamed live as well as being recorded for later viewing. The PIUG Course listed is for anyone and is not restricted to conference registrants so the App is not necessary to attend it. Sunday, May 4 - PIUG Course
Monday, May 6
Tuesday, May 6
Wednesday, May 7 - Workshop Day
Workshop Abstracts and Biographies PIUG Course- Essential Patent Search Techniques For IP Professionals John Zabilski, Chair of the PIUG Education Committee Abstract It’s known by several names including Freedom to Practice or a clearance search. Without Freedom to Operate you may not be able to make, use or sell your invention. An FTO search looks for in-force patents in a geographic area of interest to avoid potential infringement. Discover what is required to complete a comprehensive search and identify what is still legally protected to better inform business decisions. This course provides understanding of the fundamental concepts of FTO, identifies essential resources for finding FTO and includes search examples demonstrating suggested approaches for FTO searches. Also learn how to utilize freely accessible resources to determine what is legally in-force such as INPADOC and national patent office registers as well as vendor-based alternatives. Whether you are new to performing FTO searches or more experienced, this course provides focused techniques that save your time and make you more effective in achieving accurate results. Available live in-person/virtually online or access on-demand afterwards! Biography Previously John held several positions for over 40 years at Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS), a division of the American Chemical Society (ACS, including indexing (database building), development (database creation), training and consulting on how to search for patent information. John has provided onsite and online training in the agrochemical, biotech, chemical, pharma and polymer areas for many organizations including 3M, AbbVie, Corteva, Dow, Eli Lilly, Lubrizol, P&G, Pfizer and multiple universities. Some of his personal milestones include training at 10 patent offices around the world, contributing to presentations for the WIPO Technology Innovation Support Centers (TISC), and presenting at AALL, ACS, PIUG, SLA and world online meetings including the China Patent Annual Conference in Beijing. John is a Registered U.S. Patent Agent and a Qualified Patent Information Professional (QPIP). Return to TopMastering Patent Research: Advanced Search Strategies and Practical Tips for Optimal Results Andrew Klein, Principal Solution Consultant, Minesoft Abstract In today’s rapidly evolving IP industry, leveraging patent analytics and competitive intelligence is essential for making informed strategic decisions. This session will explore how AI tools, custom workflows, and integrated data sources can enhance search and analysis, making them more efficient and targeted. Discover tips and tricks to refine your focus using data and unique workflow solutions, to streamline your research processes and uncover critical insights while minimizing unnecessary complexity. Biography As Principal Solution Consultant at Minesoft, Andrew helps corporations and law firms use patent information and analysis to meet their IP goals, innovate faster, and save time and money in the process. He leverages his experience and expertise as a former librarian and patent searcher to help streamline workflows, discuss best practices, and simplify complicated tasks related to prior art, FTO/clearance, company portfolios, due diligence, technology landscaping, competitive intelligence, business development, litigation support, and more. He looks forward to speaking with you about how Minesoft products and services can solve your patent data problems. Return to TopBuilding integrated IP Reports and Visualizations John Willmore, VP< Product Development, BizInt Solutions, Inc. Abstract A look at the benefits and challenges of different techniques for integrating IP search results into reports and visualizations. This workshop will look at unique content from different IP databases, and explore how to leverage this content with the BizInt Smart Data Integrator. Biography John Willmore is Vice President, Product Development, for BizInt Solutions, Inc. and manages the development of all aspects of the BizInt Solutions product line. John has over 30 years of experience in processing, analyzing and integrating patent and drug pipeline information, and has worked closely with patent and drug pipeline publishers over that period. He was the head of the TRW Smart Charts team at TRW, Inc. and along with Diane Webb, founded BizInt Solutions in 1996. John spends his free time doing woodworking, playing amateur ice hockey, and competing with the dogs. He is an American Kennel Club judge for earthdog, dachshund field trials, and agility. Return to Top |
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