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0612-001 GSU WOW: Trading Up: The Basics of Trademark, Copyright, and Intellectual Property Protections

WOW: Trading Up: The Basics of Trademark, Copyright, and Intellectual Property Protections

DATE
Wednesday, October 23rd
COST
$ 29.00
FORMAT
Webinar
TOPIC
Managing a Business

ABOUT THIS PROGRAM

Whether you’re an inventor, an entrepreneur, an artist, or simply someone that has created a better mousetrap, this course will provide you with valuable insights and understanding of the important process of protecting your intellectual property.

Why would you leave your creations, your processes, or your intellectual assets open to theft? We will take an introductory look at patents, trademarks, copyrights, licenses and trade secrets so that you can better protect you and your business' knowledge assets.

We look forward to embarking on this intellectual journey with you.

Starts in 4 weeks!

LEARN HOW TO:

  • Identify the differences between trademark, copyright, and patents.
  • Evaluate what can be protected under the law. 
  • Be introduced to the different government agencies involved in protecting intellectual property.
  • Learn about steps necessary to make securing your intellectual property easier and more efficient.
  • Discover what information is needed for the process of licensing and enforcing ownership of your intellectual property.

PROGRAM DETAILS

Wednesday, October 23, 2024
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

Cost: $29.00
Webinar

This is a Zoom webinar. Upon registration, you will receive your Zoom link via email. 

PROGRAM INSTRUCTORS

Margaret Ryder

Margaret Ryder is a Business Consultant at the UGA SBDC in Gainesville. Earning her JD in 1994, she ran her own law practice for 20 years working with small business owners in business creation, real estate, and contracts. She retired from practicing law in 2018 and dedicated herself to teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in business law, managerial ethics, and human resource management at private universities. She has published various business articles. The completion of her Doctor of Business Administration in 2020 and General Civil Mediation Training 2021 allows her to bring a comprehensive approach to clients.

Hosting Center: UGA Small Business Development Center at Georgia State University
A Public Service and Outreach unit of the University of Georgia, funded through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All programs of the UGA SBDC are open to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Alicia Johnson at [email protected] or call 404-413-7830