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Join our seasoned YMC members for a relaxed and informal session with tips on how to make the most of your LESI Annual Conference.
Designed especially for first timers, we’ll answer all your FAQs in a fun and interactive session – featuring present and incoming LESI YMC leadership, as well as LES B&I YMC who are “on the ground” for Dublin planning.
Topics will include:
- – how to get access to panels and workshops;
- – YMC events planned during the conference;
- – how to connect with other young members during the conference; and
- – (personal recommendations on) the best bits of Dublin.
SPEAKERS:
Giacomo Garbagnati, Studio Legale Garbagnati (LES Italy)
Jayde Wood, Gowling WLG (LES USA-Canada)
Anna Toh, Amica Law (LES Singapore)
Nicolas Le Pays du Teilleul, Le Pays du Teilleul Avocats (LES France)
VIEW SPEAKER BIOS HERE
MODERATORS:
Dave Holt, Potter Clarkson (LES Britain & Ireland)
Rose Smalley-Gordon, Womble Bond Dickinson (LES Britain & Ireland)
This session is part of 3 ‘Countdown to Conference – LESI 2026 Primers’ webinars. Details on the other sessions can be found below:
Practical Lessons on SEPs (24 March)
Insights into IP Valuation (7 April)
Join for 1 or for all 3!
LES Member – FREE
Non Member – £20 each OR £50 for all 3
REGISTER ONLINE HERE
REGISTER MANUALLY HERE
IP strategy, finance and value will be a key theme of the LESI 2026 Annual Conference in Dublin.
LES B&I is pleased to welcome Mike Pellegrino – renowned valuation expert and principal of Pellegrino & Associates – to deliver a primer webinar that cuts through the jargon and explains what truly matters in IP valuation.
In this accessible introduction, Mike will walk attendees through the core approaches, common pitfalls, and key indicators decision-makers rely on when assessing the worth of patents, data assets, software, and emerging technologies.
No prior knowledge of IP valuation is required for attending the webinar.
SPEAKER: Mike Pellegrino, Pellegrino & Associates
Mike Pellegrino is the Founder and President of Pellegrino & Associates, LLC (P&A), a boutique intellectual property (IP) valuation firm. He has significant experience valuing patents and other forms of intellectual property, establishing royalty rates, and evaluating businesses. His company engagements number more than 400 for more than 200 clients. He is the author of first and second editions of BVR’s Guide to Intellectual Property Valuation. In addition, his finance-and software-related articles appear in internationally and nationally recognized outlets, such as IAM Magazine, CFO Magazine, MSNBC.com, FoxNews.com, and others. Mike has had the pleasure of teaching thousands of people about valuations. In addition to speaking engagements, Mike teaches webinars regarding valuation and related topics.
In addition to his valuation expertise, Mike developed a state-of-the-art patent analytics tool that provides key insights and intelligence into the patent landscape. This system removes information asymmetry rampant in the patent marketplace by consolidating millions of disparate records into a user-friendly database.
His educational background includes a Bachelor’s degree in computer science from Indiana Institute of Technology and a Master’s degree in business administration from Ball State University. He also completed additional accounting coursework sufficient to fulfill the academic requirements for an undergraduate accounting degree.
Moderator: Karl Barnfather, Barnfather IP
This session is part of 3 ‘Countdown to Conference – LESI 2026 Primers’ webinars. Details on the other sessions can be found below:
Practical Lessons on SEPs (24 March)
Making the Most of Your Conference (16 April)
Join for 1 or for all 3!
LES Member – FREE
Non Member – £20 each OR £50 for all 3
REGISTER ONLINE HERE
REGISTER MANUALLY HERE
Standard Essential Patents (or SEPs) are a core feature of the LESI 2026 Annual Conference in Dublin.
Get to grips with SEPs with LES B&I’s primer webinar delivered by Robert Pocknell, Solicitor at Keystone Law.
The session will cover what makes SEPs special and unique, updates on recent SEP case law, and practical tips for dealing with SEPs in IP audits and due diligence, including:
- – managing supply chain disruptions;
- – negotiating warranties, indemnities and limitations on liability; and
- – dealing with insurance (coverage and disclosure requirements)
Some prior knowledge of SEPs will be useful but not essential for attending the webinar.
SPEAKER: Robert Pocknell, Keystone Law
Robert is a solicitor at Keystone Law; he is also CEO of N&M Consultancy, who advised ETSI on the setting up and implementation of the original 1994 ETSI IPR Policy. Robert has advised small and large companies, from SME’s to multinationals and across multiple industry sectors from energy to medtech, on patent licensing in the wireless industry for more than 25 years. He is a founder and director of the Fair Standards Alliance, an industry organisation advocating for fairer and more transparent SEP licensing practices.
Moderator: Karl Barnfather, Barnfather IP
This session is part of 3 ‘Countdown to Conference’ webinars. Details on the other sessions can be found below:
Insights into IP Valuation (7 April)
Making the Most of Your Conference (16 April)
Join for 1 or for all 3!
LES Member – FREE
Non Member – £20 each OR £50 for all 3
REGISTER ONLINE HERE
REGISTER MANUALLY HERE
POSTPONED – NEW DATE/FORMAT TO BE CONFIRMED.
Delivered jointly by LES B&I (Licensing Executives Society, Britain and Ireland) and KEUK (Knowledge Exchange UK), this one-day course is essential for understanding how to successfully engage with, and licence technology from, universities. Our practical course equips delegates with the skills and confidence to structure deals effectively, empowering them to negotiate key terms in diverse agreements.
VIEW THE PROGRAMME HERE
Core content
- -Gain insight into how Universities and their Technology Transfer Offices (TTOs) work
- -Learn how to identify technology at Unis
- -Understand the drivers for university IP licensing and tips for negotiating key terms in an IP licence
- -Explore the funding and incentives available to support successful collaborative partnerships with universities.
Learning Objective content
- Understanding legal frameworks and regulatory consideration
- Identify what a University want from a deal
- Knowing the role of Tech transfer Office and key stakeholders
- Knowing how to search for technologies and the range of collaboration approaches
- Understand how to negotiate the terms of a licence agreement
- Identify sources of funding for collaboration
Who is this for?
This course is ideal for all those interested in understanding better licensing of IP from the universities and how to engage with the university sector including:
- -Licensing executives in industry
- -Professional IP Practitioners
- -New entrants to the university knowledge exchange /innovation system
- -Student entrepreneurs
A basic understanding on IP is beneficial.
Speakers:
- –Phil Clare – CEO, Queen Mary Innovation Ltd
- –Rebeca Santamaria-Fernandez – Senior Director – Business & Corporate Development, Google DeepMind
- –Hayley Francies – Director – Genomic Sciences, GSK
- –Professor Andrew Livingston – CEO, Exactmer Ltd & Vice Principle Research Innovation, Queen Mary University
Moderators:
- –Paul Maclennan – Partner, Anderson Law LLP
- –Samantha Williams – Senior Licensing Manager, Trinity College Dublin
If you are interested in receiving details on the new date, please contact les@northernnetworking.co.uk
Join us for the first LES B&I networking event of 2026 on the 15th of January!
Gather with other licensing professionals to hear from Laura Wright and Rebecca Keating, barristers of 4 Pump Court and authors of ‘A Practical Guide to Quantum Computing and the Law’.
Laura and Rebecca will provide an introduction to quantum computing and the challenges and opportunities it presents. Topics will include:
- • the current state of quantum technology
- ○its implications for contract law (and licensing)
- • intellectual property
- • data protection
- • how to prepare for and navigate disputes that may arise in this rapidly evolving field.
Drawing on lessons from recent developments, the discussion will focus on how to stay ahead in this transformative area of technology.
We’ll then open the floor to questions from attendees, moderated by LES B&I member, David Holt (Partner, Potter Clarkson), before enjoying drinks and canapes together.
As the session will include an introduction, no prior knowledge of quantum computing is required!
Read about the speakers biographies here
Read about the speakers and their published book here.
REGISTER ONLINE HERE
REGISTER MANUALLY HERE
Thank you to Womble Bond Dickinson for kindly hosting!
Gavin Hyde-Blake from Eccora will discuss the role of the investigator in acquiring, securing, licensing and protecting intellectual property.
Including:
- The benefits of using an IP investigator – for the IP professional, licensee and licensor
- How to get the best out of an investigator
Gavin Hyde-Blake is an investigator who began working in intellectual property over 25 years ago. He has investigated all types of IP and worked directly and indirectly with everything from several of the world’s biggest brand owners to start-ups. He has investigated IP infringements, piracy and counterfeiting around the world in almost every industrial sector.
Gavin is the Managing Director of Eccora, a boutique investigation company that specialises in assisting IP professionals in the establishment, development, management and protection of Intellectual Property Rights.
LES Member – £40
LES Member Guest (must register with member) – £45
Non Member – £50
Group booking discounts available upon request to the LES B&I Admin Office
Pricing includes light food and drinks.
REGISTER ONLINE HERE
REGISTER MANUALLY HERE
We are happy to share the details of the first international edition of CLP’s Community Engagement Series, which will dive into the topic of professional growth in the world of intellectual property licensing and business development. These events have been held across the US, and this will be the first international event. Event details are included below and at the registration website. We also encourage you to forward this information to your colleagues.
Certified Licensing Professionals, Inc., and sponsor Meunier Carlin & Curfman, IP Law, with the support of the Licensing Executives Society Britain and Ireland, warmly invite you to join us for an evening of excellent networking and professional growth at this central London event on the evening of Tuesday, 28 October 2025. Whether you are starting your career in intellectual property licensing or looking to take it to the next level, this dynamic evening promises real-world insights, expert guidance, and meaningful connections.
Event Highlights:
Fireside Chat: Gain leading insights and enjoy an engaging fireside chat moderated by Fiona Nicolson with panelists:
- Hayley French – CEO, Domainex Limited; Venture Partner, Vesalius Biocapital; Chair, Octiocor Limited
- Anji Miller – Senior Academic Engagement Partner, LifeArc; Director of LifeArc Fellowship Programmes; CLP Board of Governors Secretary; Chair, LES Life Science Committee
- Donna Hackett – Head of Business Development, Francis Crick Institute; Director, KDH BioManagement Ltd
Networking That Matters: Take part in a vibrant networking reception with fellow professionals from academia, industry, and beyond. Whether you’re a newcomer or a veteran in licensing, this is your chance to connect, exchange ideas, and expand your professional circle.
Why Attend?
Expand Your Network: Build lasting relationships with industry and academic thought leaders and peers.
Career Growth: Learn more about success in licensing and actionable strategies to elevate your licensing career your career.
Complimentary Event: The event is FREE to join—thanks to the generous sponsor, Meunier Carlin & Curfman.
Reserve Your Spot!
Space is limited—secure your place today. Open the door to new opportunities in IP licensing. Let’s unlock the future together—see you there!
We are thrilled to be hosting the LESI 2026 Annual Conference in Dublin!
Preparations are already well underway, and we look forward to welcoming many of you to this exciting event in April.
To give you an early glimpse of what is in store, we invite you to join our webinar on Wednesday (15 October) at 1:00 p.m. (UK time). During the session, we will share details about the speaker programme, social events, and pre and post-conference tours.
The call for proposals is open and we will also talk about what we are looking for and the submission process.
REGISTER HERE!
IP Valuation isn’t a dark art, the way to approach it is to use sound methodology and a deep understanding of technology, its place in the market and the associated IP. The talk will cover:
- -The when and the why of IP valuation
- -Three main methodologies
- -Sharing value in IP transactions
- -Getting to deal terms
SPEAKER: Andrew Tingey – Director Licensing & IP Transactions, Symbiosis IP (part of Gateley)
Andrew Tingey is a leading IP strategist with over 20 years’ experience in a variety of commercial roles centred around licensing and other IP-based transactions, having been nominated for the “IAM300 Global Leaders” list of the world’s leading IP strategists for four consecutive years.
Andrew holds a first-class honours degree in Biochemistry from the University of York, a PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Leicester, and a triple-accredited MBA from the Open University Business School. Andrew has also held Certified Licensing Professional accreditation since 2012.
Andrew has a real “hands-on” experience of dealmaking in hundreds of IP-based transactions from the perspectives of big corporate, venture capital and top-tier technology transfer offices. Andrew has successfully completed several IP transaction projects for clients in multiple sectors, including in and out licensing, with an emphasis on valuation and determination of acceptable deal terms.
Andrew was previously a Principal Consultant and Director at IP Pragmatics (now Wellspring), and Head of Commercialisation for Imperial College London, overseeing the formation of dozens of start-up companies and the completion of over 300 licence agreements. He has also held roles as Senior Director, Licensing & IP Strategy at Eagle Genomics and Director of Licensing at Royal DSM NV.
LES Member – £35
LES Member Guest (must register with member) – £40
Non Member – £45
Group booking discounts available upon request to the LES B&I Admin Office
Pricing includes light food and drinks.
REGISTER ONLINE HERE
REGISTER MANUALLY HERE
Explore the critical aspects of “exclusivity” in licensing agreements with our focused training session designed for licensing professionals. This session will delve into the nuances of exclusive, non-exclusive, and sole licences – looking particularly at what “exclusivity” means, how it works for licensing parties, and how you can manage “exclusivity” within your licensing portfolio in order to best support your commercial goals.
Key Highlights:
- – Types of Exclusivity: Understand the differences between exclusive, non-exclusive, and sole licenses and their implications under English law.
- – Strategic Considerations: Learn how to strategically negotiate exclusivity terms, in particular, in the context of specific IP rights.
- – Risk and Reward: Assess the potential risks and benefits associated with different exclusivity arrangements and how to best manage these for your business.
Join us to enhance your expertise in crafting and managing licensing agreements with a focus on exclusivity, ensuring optimal outcomes for your organisation.
SPEAKERS; ROSE SMALLEY-GORDON AND DAVE HOLT
Read about our speakers here
This session is part of 3 ‘Lunch & Learn’ webinars. Details on the other sessions can be found below:
Introduction to Intellectual Property Due Diligence (2 June)
Introduction to Licensing Due Diligence (30 June)
Join for 1 or for all 3!