Intellectual Property (IP) Basics | Houston Center SBDC

Are you interested in learning about intellectual property (IP) basics? Join us for an interactive session and hear from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). In this workshop, you will be provided with an overview of the different types of IP (patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and copyrights) and learn the importance of understanding each type for your business.

Highlights:

• An overview of intellectual property types: patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets
• Why innovators and entrepreneurs should consider protecting their IP
• Local resources and assistance available through the USPTO and other agencies

This session is intended for entrepreneurs, inventors, and small business owners who want to learn the basics of intellectual property and how it can help protect their business ideas, products, brands, and creative work.

Speaker:

      Reynaldo D. Vasquez, Regional Outreach Officer, USPTO Southwest Office

Reynaldo Vasquez leads stakeholder engagement, outreach, IP education, and talent development initiatives across Kansas, Missouri, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. He brings extensive federal service experience with the SBA, ICE, and the U.S. Army/National Guard, along with a background in business management, entrepreneurship development, real estate management, and commercial and international trade financing.

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Please Note:

• Each person attending an event must have their own account. Multiple people may not register under one account.
• The SBDC reserves the right to cancel a class for insufficient enrollment, weather emergencies, and other unforeseen circumstances. Should a cancellation occur, we will use the email you provided to contact you.
• Preregistration is highly recommended. If an event is canceled or postponed and you have not preregistered, we will not be able to contact you.
• If you choose to register at the door, you will need your mobile device to complete your registration otherwise you will not be allowed to attend.
• Satisfactory meeting room temperatures are difficult to maintain. Always bring a sweater or jacket to ensure comfort.
• No children under the age of 16 are allowed in the workshop.
• Only service animals allowed - If you need to bring a service animal with you to a workshop please contact us ahead of time.
• Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact the UH SBDC at (713) 752-8488 for accommodations, or if you have questions about this class.