Undersecretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property, Mr. David Kappos is coming to town again.  He would like to converse with small businesses and startups regarding the US Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) and hear their experiences and struggles with the Office.

This is a unique opportunity to speak directly with the head of the USPTO.  We have already seen Mr. Kappos take suggestions received from these types of meetings and implement them at the USPTO.  He truly appreciates and uses the feedback.

If you are a part of a small business or start-up using the US patent or trademark system, or considering using the US patent or trademark system, this is a wonderful forum to let the head of the organization hear your concerns and answer your questions.

Now to the details:

• Intended Audience: Small businesses and start-up companies using or interested in using the US Patent and Trademark Office to secure intellectual property rights.


• Who: Mr. David Kappos – The Undersecretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property (the head of the United States Patent and Trademark Office)


• What: Mr. Kappos would like to discuss the USPTO with small businesses and startups.  Note: this will not be a prepared speech – Mr. Kappos truly wants to hear and discuss how the USPTO is working or not-working for you and how you believe it can be made better.


• When: Saturday, March 12th, 3:00 – 5:00 PM


• Where: IC2 Institute’s Global Classroom, 2815 San Gabriel St., Austin, TX 78705