Come and be a part of a full day dedicated to workshops, networking, and valuable resources aimed at supporting small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs in launching, growing, and flourishing. We have curated a diverse lineup of speakers who will lead engaging sessions filled with invaluable tips and insights that are essential for every entrepreneur on their journey to building a successful business. This event is FREE, but advance registration is required.
Management Session
Start-Up/Pre-Venture Track
This panel will provide small business owners with a practical introduction to trademark fundamentals and why brand protection matters from day one. Panelists will cover what trademarks are, why they matter, and how businesses can protect names, logos, and slogans while avoiding costly missteps. Attendees will leave with practical insights to help safeguard their brand as it grows.
Sponsor Remarks: Erica Miles, Senior Vice President and Executive Director for Public Affairs, Wells Fargo
Moderator: Antonio “Tony” Vann - Assistant General Counsel, Intellectual Property, Wells Fargo
Panelists:
RiKaleigh Omosheyin, Associate, K&L Gates LLP
Aylissa Ritterhof, Associate, K&L Gates LLP
Carla Clements, Trademark, Copyright, Advertising and Brand Marketing Counsel, Wells Fargo
Erica serves as an Executive Director at Wells Fargo, building relationships with national...Read more
Antonio Vann serves as Assistant General Counsel and Vice President on the Trademark, Copyright...Read more
RiKaleigh Omosheyin is an Associate at K&L Gates LLP and a member of the firm’s Intellectual...Read more
Aylissa Ritterhoff is an intellectual property attorney who helps companies protect and maximize...Read more
Carla H. Clements is an accomplished intellectual property attorney with more than a decade of...Read more
