National Conference on Intellectual Property for National Growth
The National Conference on Intellectual Property for National Growth was organized by Surana & Surana International Attorneys in association with the Intellectual Property Bar of India Trust, with support from the Hindustan Chamber of Commerce and the Tamil Chamber of Commerce. The event aimed to educate corporations on various government schemes for MSMEs, practices of the Indian Patent and Trademark Office, and effective approaches to IP filing and enforcement.
Key topics covered during the conference included strategies for intellectual property protection, monetization of IP assets, and the importance of brand management. Sessions featured discussions on the significance of innovation and patenting for startups and growing companies, as well as the territorial nature of trademark laws and the necessity for country-specific rights management.
The conference featured notable speakers such as Dr. Vinod Surana, Managing Partner & CEO of Surana & Surana International Attorneys; Mr. C N Shashidhara, Joint Controller at the Indian Patent Office; and Ms. R Sindhuja, Trade Mark Examiner at the Indian Trade Mark Registry. These experts provided valuable insights into the creation, protection, and enforcement of intellectual property rights.
This event was particularly beneficial for corporate leaders, legal professionals, and entrepreneurs seeking to enhance their understanding of intellectual property strategies to foster business growth and innovation.
Speakers(10)
Dr. Vinod Surana
Managing Partner & CEO at Surana & Surana International Attorneys
Dr. Vinod Surana is the Managing Partner & CEO of Surana & Surana International Attorneys, emphasizing the importance of intellectual property rights as a geopolitical tool.
Mr. C N Shashidhara
Joint Controller at Indian Patent Office
Mr. C N Shashidhara, Joint Controller at the Indian Patent Office, focuses on supporting startups and small industries in protecting their inventions.
Mr. Chozha Nachiyar Rajasekhar
President at Tamil Chamber of Commerce
Mr. Chozha Nachiyar Rajasekhar, President of the Tamil Chamber of Commerce, emphasized the importance of IP protection for corporate growth.
Mr. K. Suresh
President at Hindustan Chamber of Commerce
Mr. K. Suresh, President of the Hindustan Chamber of Commerce, highlighted the territorial nature of IPR and its role in fostering innovation.
Mr. N Surya Senthil
Head – IP Litigation at Surana & Surana International Attorneys
Mr. N Surya Senthil, Head of IP Litigation at Surana & Surana International Attorneys, emphasizes the importance of filing IP infringement cases to protect rights.
Ms. Deepalakshmi Vadivelan
General Counsel & Vice President – Legal at Quess Corp Limited
Ms. Deepalakshmi Vadivelan, General Counsel & Vice President – Legal at Quess Corp Limited, highlights the territorial principle of trademark law.
Ms. Lakshmidevi Somanath
Head – IP Practice at Surana & Surana International Attorneys
Ms. Lakshmidevi Somanath, Head of IP Practice at Surana & Surana International Attorneys, discusses the importance of protecting and monetizing inventions.
Ms. Preethi Kitchappa
Head-Legal at TVS Supply Chain Solutions
Ms. Preethi Kitchappa, Head-Legal at TVS Supply Chain Solutions, differentiates between brands and branding, emphasizing consumer recall.
Ms. R Sindhuja
Trade Mark Examiner at Indian Trade Mark Registry
Ms. R Sindhuja, Trade Mark Examiner at the Indian Trade Mark Registry, advises clients on proclaiming their trademarks before seeking protection.
Prof. Dr. Satyendra Patnaik
Head - Amity Innovation Incubator & Professor at Amity University
Prof. Dr. Satyendra Patnaik, Head of Amity Innovation Incubator and Professor at Amity University, underscores the importance of innovation and patenting for startups.
Event Details
- Date
- May 5, 2022
- Location
- 🇮🇳 Chennai, India
- Audience
- Corporate leaders, legal professionals, entrepreneurs