Take practical steps to navigate market turbulence and harness the next generation of AI to drive innovation
March 10 -11, 2026 | Hilton Doubletree, Chicago
250+ Attendees
40+ Speakers
15+ Hours
WIPR Summit returns to Chicago for 2026, bringing together IP owners and key stakeholders for an event that provides a platform to share case studies and tactics on how they have addressed the biggest challenges facing the industry today. Join Fortune 100 companies and innovative startups as they share blueprints for success and lessons learned in developing a winning IP strategy.
You'll leave WIPR Summit with a blueprint for how to address key issues and overcome pain-points facing the industry as speakers and panellists dive deep into how they leverage and protect their IP across their organization and externally.
Core themes to be covered at this event
Navigating the uncertain waters of AI:
Discover the benefits and pitfalls of using AI in practice, and how to move past AI 101.
Having an impact in your business:
Learn how to deliver actionable advice to C-level and beyond.
Monetization:
Learn best practices on effective licensing and other strategies to deliver business value from IP
International uncertainty:
Hear case study examples of how IP owners are responding to the changing market in China, the EU, and emerging markets to develop an international IP strategy
Evolving IP protection strategies:
Navigate the regulatory and policy landscape affecting IP owners in the US, and the outlook from USPTO
Diversity & Inclusion:
Discuss the latest developments in DEI policy and see a playbook for delivering impact in your organization
Our speakers so far for 2026 edition of World IP Review include:
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:.png)
Decision-makers with the following job titles attend our WIPR Summit conferences: |
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Associate General
Counsel |
Director
of IP |
Manager
of Patent Licensing |
Director
of Open Source |
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Chief
Legal Officer |
Director
of IP Investments |
Director |
Head of
Product & IP Legal |
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General
Counsel |
Director
of Produce IP |
Legal Director |
IP Strategy Counsel |
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Legal
Director |
Head of
IP |
Manager of
IP |
Head of
Patents |
Attending companies at WIPR Summit conferences include :
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Need help? Contact our team today!
SPEAKING:
David Barton
Senior Conference Producer
Email: dbarton@newtonmedia.co.uk
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