Ben Searle
Director of IP at HP, Inc.
Ben Searle is a director of intellectual property at HP Inc. and supports HP’s printing, microfluidics, and incubation businesses. In this role, Ben leads a worldwide team of IP professionals responsible for managing HP’s patent portfolio and advising on a wide range of IP issues including patent rights, trade secrets, funding agreements, joint development agreements, and license agreements. Prior to joining HP, Ben spent several years in private practice where he primarily focused on patent preparation, prosecution, and litigation. Ben is active in the IP community and currently serves as the Co-Chair of the IPO United States Patent Office Practice Committee.