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    Drive Strategy, Maximize Value, and Master the Future of IP Management

     

    March 2-3, 2027 | Union League Club, Chicago


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    Connecting the global IP community in the heart of the Midwest across dedicated Patent and Trademark tracks.

     250+ Attendees 

     40+ Speakers 

     2 Dedicated Tracks 

    The global IP landscape continues to face a period of profound disruption. With the continued acceleration of generative and agentic AI, legal departments face complex challenges around patent validity, trade secret governance, and brand protection. AI also poses significant internal pressure as senior IP leaders face tighter budgets and headcount pressure while facing increasingly complex challenges. In this environment, it has become more important than ever for IP to act as a strategic business partner rather than a filing function. 

    The World IP Review Summit returns to Chicago for its fifth edition in 2027, bringing together IP owners and key stakeholders for an event that has been acclaimed for its interactive discussion on the most important topics affecting IP counsel today. We’ll discuss the biggest issues impacting IP strategy, litigation, trademark and patent prosecution, trade secrets and IP portfolio management across two days. 

    • Bigger and better than ever: WIPR Summit in 2027 will welcome 250 attendees across two days of groundbreaking content!
    • More speakers across 2 tracks: For the first time ever, we'll have two tracks of content focussing on the biggest issues facing patent and trademark attorneys.


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    Why Attend WIPR Summit in 2027

    1 Dual-Track Agenda

    Tailor your learning experience between a dedicated Patent Track (prosecution, litigation, AI integration) and a dedicated Trademark & Brand Protection Track (enforcement, clearance, global strategy).

    2 Embedded in a Powerhouse IP Hub

    Now located in the heart of Chicago—one of North America’s top legal and industrial markets—leveraging deep local expertise across manufacturing, tech, automotive, life sciences, and quantum.

    3 Advisory Board Curated Content

    Built by in-house leaders for in-house leaders to address genuine operational and legal hurdles.

    4 Unrivalled Networking ROI

    A 50:50 in-house to outside counsel ratio guarantees high-value conversations with peers from Fortune 500 companies, startups, and top solution providers. 

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    Meet our speakers from 2026!

    Our 2027 speakers will be announced shortly.

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    Stephen Sheldon
    Chief IP Counsel
    Koch Capabilities
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    Osiri Ndukwe
    Senior Manager, IP and Trade Compliance
    Groq LLC
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    Adam Kelly
    Partner
    Venable LLP
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    Elaine A Drager
    Lead Counsel, TAO Bell Labs & CTO
    Nokia
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    David Lee
    Senior Director, Global Licensing and Cultural Marketing
    MARS Snacking
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    William Mansfield
    Director of Intellectual Property
    ABRO Industries, Inc.

    HEAR FROM OUR ATTENDEES!

    “This was a very well-run event. The speaker lineup and panel discussions were great. The attendees were very engaged. The atmosphere was casual enough to encourage networking. I would highly recommend WIPR Summit.”
    – Michael Stimson, Counsel and VP of IP, Sun World International
    “Great group of people, good networking opportunities, and interesting content.”
    – Megan New, Partner,Barnes & Thornburg
    “The quality of the speakers and programming was excellent.”
    – Susan Meyer, Partner, UB Greensfelder
    “As always a great forum for engaging conversation with in-house and firm lawyers about what is moving the IP industry, and what matters today.”
    – ScottGarnick, Head of Legal Transactions, Here Technologies
    “Enjoyed this excellent conference, the quality of discussions and the engagement of participants.”
    – Ksenia Takhistova, Chief Legal Officer, LCM Biosensor Technologies
    “Great event. Great group of attendees. Nice variety of programming on timely issues.”
    – Jeff Wakolbinger, Partner, BCLP

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    Attending companies at WIPR Summit in 2026 included:

    Connect with industry leaders from some of the most innovative companies across the globe

    This event provides a comprehensive platform for the most innovative IP owners in the industry to address the challenges they face and explore solutions. By bringing together experts, legal professionals, and representatives from various sectors, we offer a unique opportunity to exchange knowledge, share best practices, and forge valuable connections. Our events feature senior leaders from:



    Decision-makers with the following job titles 

    attend our WIPR Summit conferences:


    Associate General 
    Counsel

    Director 
    of IP
    Manager
    of Patent Licensing
    Director 
    of Open 
    Source

    Chief
    Legal  Officer

    Director
    of IP 
    Investments

    Director 
    of Licensing

    Head of 
    Product & 
    IP Legal

    General 
    Counsel

    Director 
    of  Produce  IP

    Legal Director 
    of IP

    IP Strategy Counsel

    Legal 
    Director

    Head of 
    IP 
    Manager of 
    IP
    Head of 
    Patents

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    Need help? Contact our team today!

    Speaking:

    David Barton

    Senior Conference Producer
    Email: dbarton@newtonmedia.co.uk 

    Sponsorship:

    Ayo Fagbohun

    Senior Business Development Manager - Events 

    Email: afagbohun@newtonmedia.co.uk

    Registration:

    Rochelle Clarke
    Client Engagement Manager

    Email: rclarke@newtonmedia.co.uk

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