In the fifth episode of a podcast series celebrating the tenth anniversary of IP Inclusive, we discuss the ‘Careers in Ideas’ network and how to open access to the profession. Managing IP is proud to publish the latest episode in a series of podcasts celebrating the tenth anniversary of UK-based diversity network IP Inclusive. In this episode, the fifth of 10, we discuss IP Inclusive’s ‘Careers in Ideas’ network, which seeks to raise awareness of IP-related careers and open the professi...

In the fourth episode of a podcast series celebrating the tenth anniversary of IP Inclusive, we discuss unconscious bias in the IP workplace and how to address it. Managing IP is proud to publish the latest episode in a series of podcasts celebrating the tenth anniversary of UK-based diversity network IP Inclusive. In this episode, the fourth of 10, we discuss unconscious bias in the IP workplace and explore actionable strategies to address it. The podcast series is hosted by Managing IP edit...

In the third episode of a podcast series celebrating the tenth anniversary of IP Inclusive, we discuss the ‘Women in IP’ network and the current state of diversity within the profession. Managing IP is proud to publish the latest episode in a series of podcasts celebrating the tenth anniversary of UK-based diversity network IP Inclusive. The series is hosted by Managing IP editor Max Walters, alongside Jodie Bates, a member of the IP Inclusive advisory board and an IT trainer at patent ...

Patent searches can be painstakingly detailed, but even the most experienced professionals can miss crucial prior art if they rely on a narrow set of tools. In this Managing IP podcast, produced in collaboration with CAS, Lucy Teixeira Antunes and Matt Garver lift the lid on some of the hidden sources of prior art that have surprised even seasoned intellectual property (IP) specialists – and explain why a multidimensional approach to searching is essential. With a combined four decades of exp...

In the second in a new podcast series celebrating the tenth anniversary of IP Inclusive, we discuss IPause, a network set up to support those experiencing (peri)menopause. Managing IP is proud to publish the second episode in a series of podcasts celebrating the tenth anniversary of UK-based diversity network IP Inclusive. The series is hosted by Managing IP editor Max Walters, alongside Jodie Bates, a member of the IP Inclusive advisory board and an IT trainer at patent and trade...

In the first in a new podcast series celebrating the tenth anniversary of IP Inclusive, we look back at the network’s origins and discuss its mission. Managing IP is proud to publish the first in a series of 10 podcasts celebrating the tenth anniversary of UK-based diversity network IP Inclusive. The series will be hosted by Managing IP editor Max Walters, alongside Jodie Bates, a member of the IP Inclusive advisory board and an IT trainer at patent and trademark attorney firm Boult Wad...

In the latest Managing IP podcast, Paul Peters and Rob Austin of CAS reveal how prior art can emerge from unexpected sources – and why these discoveries can make or break patent strategies. The discussion explores the different stages where prior art plays a crucial role, from early ideation to post-grant opposition. Peters and Austin emphasise the importance of close collaboration between attorneys and intellectual property (IP) searchers to clarify exactly what evidence is needed to support...

Lauren Ross and Melissa Morris of Adams & Adams discuss the strategic opportunities and challenges in protecting non-traditional trademarks across the continent’s diverse legal and regulatory landscape. It is becoming increasingly important to think beyond logos and brand names when considering the strategic potential of trademarks. A podcast sponsored by Adams & Adams explains why marks such as colours, shapes, and sounds can be powerful assets and explores how their protection and e...

We preview Managing IP’s ‘IP Ones to Watch’ list, meet our newest recruit, and look back over the final law firm rankings release of the year. In this episode, the team previews our ‘IP Ones to Watch’ list, which showcases emerging talent in the in-house intellectual property world. The list will be published next month. Editor Max Walters is joined by Sukanya Sarkar, our special projects editor, and Sanjana Mishra, our senior reporter for the Americas and Managing IP’s newest recruit. We giv...

Heli Pihlajamaa, the EPO’s principal director for patent law and procedures, joins us to take stock of the unitary patent following its second anniversary. In this episode, we bring you a unitary patent special. The unitary patent and the associated Unified Patent Court (UPC) went live on June 1 2023. To mark the second anniversary, we caught up with Heli Pihlajamaa, the EPO’s principal director for patent law and procedures, to assess some of the trends so far. Pihlajamaa is responsibl...

IP leaders at Brandsmiths and Bird & Bird, who were on opposing sides at the UK Supreme Court in Iconix v Dream Pairs, unpick the landmark case and its ramifications. In this special episode of the IP Lounge, Ewan Grist, partner at Bird & Bird, and Andy Lee, head of IP at Brandsmiths, join Managing IP editor Max Walters to discuss the Iconix v Dream Pairs trademark case. Brandsmiths acted for Iconix, while Bird & Bird represented Dream Pairs in this closely followed case. The case...

We review the latest batch of IP STARS rankings, analyse a major law firm collaboration following the opening of India’s legal market, and look at why Canadian brands are promoting ‘Canadianness’. In this episode, the team delves into some of the biggest talking points from the last few weeks. Editor Max Walters is joined by Rani Mehta, senior reporter for the Americas, and Sukanya Sarkar, our special projects editor in Asia. We look back at some of our recent coverage, including the pu...

Etienne Sanz de Acedo discusses the association’s three-year plan, what he is looking forward to in San Diego, and why London came calling for 2026. In this episode, Managing IP editor Max Walters is joined by Etienne Sanz de Acedo, CEO of INTA. The INTA chief discusses the association’s newly released strategic plan, unveiled during today’s ceremony at the Annual Meeting in San Diego. We discuss how organisations like INTA should represent trademark professionals as well as other...

Design rights are a powerful – but often overlooked – component of a well-rounded intellectual property portfolio. In an exclusive Managing IP podcast, Tomas Wässingbo, group designs director at the international full-service intellectual property firm Zacco, and Christina Wainikka, intellectual property policy expert at the Confederation of Swedish Enterprise, explain why companies should be paying closer attention to this form of protection. The need is heightened in light of the new EU Des...

Hugues Derème, director general of the Benelux IP Office, unveils his vision for the region, how to improve IP awareness, and use of AI. In this episode, we are joined by Hugues Derème, director general of the Benelux Office for Intellectual Property. Editor Max Walters catches up with Derème to discuss the office’s new strategic plan and his goals to raise IP awareness. In March, the office, which handles trademarks and designs in Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg, unveil...

We look ahead to next month’s EMEA Awards, discussing the recently published shortlists, our research methodology and what makes the Awards special. In this episode, we look ahead to Awards season at Managing IP. Editor Max Walters is joined by research editor Kingsley Egbuonu to discuss next month’s EMEA Awards in London. Kingsley and Max look back on the research methodology for the Awards, reflect on how the Awards have progressed over the last 20 years, and bring you some important ...

We discuss how law firms are using AI, whether remote working has resulted in cost-savings, and what corporate counsel want from their advisers when it comes to DEI. In this episode, the team delves into some of the biggest talking points from the last few weeks. Editor Max Walters is joined by Rani Mehta, senior reporter for the Americas, and Sukanya Sarkar, our special projects editor in Asia. We look back at some of our recent coverage. On the agenda in today’s episode includes...

One of Managing IP’s most influential people in IP for 2024, Hurtado Rivas discusses mental health in the profession, the changing role of a trademark lawyer, and what keeps a Nestlé IP counsel busy. In this episode, we are joined by Myrtha Hurtado Rivas, an in-house counsel at Nestlé, who was featured in Managing IP’s 50 Most Influential People in IP, which was published at the end of 2024. Editor Max Walters catches up with Hurtado Rivas to discuss her work both at Nestlé and externally. H...

Is artificial intelligence revolutionising the intellectual property space? In this podcast episode, sponsored by CAS, we focus on the benefits, opportunities, and challenges of using emerging technologies in IP searching. Kathy Van der Herten, director of product management at CAS, and Don Swartwout, senior technical manager at CAS, joined Managing IP's senior reporter Rani Mehta to discuss: How has AI and other emerging tech played a role in the evolution of the IP searching space? Wha...

We discuss Managing IP’s 50 most influential people in IP list and look back on the biggest talking points in the last month. In this episode, the team delves into some of the biggest talking points from the last few weeks including the release of Managing IP’s 50 most influential people in IP. Editor Max Walters is joined by Rani Mehta, senior reporter for the Americas, and Sukanya Sarkar, our special projects editor in Asia. We begin the episode by looking over some of the names included ...