Gloves Off: Patent Realities for Life Science Companies April 29

Building a strong patent portfolio in the life sciences industry isn’t just about innovation—it’s about strategy, timing, and making tough financial decisions. Gloves Off: Patent Realities for Life Science Companies is a candid, no-nonsense workshop designed to give founders and innovators a clear view of what it really takes to protect intellectual property in this space.

This session dives into the true costs of patenting—from initial filings to multi-jurisdictional prosecution—and unpacks realistic timelines that often stretch 3–7+ years. Attendees will gain practical insight into how to prioritize filings when budgets are tight, when it may actually make sense not to patent, and how to leverage alternative strategies such as trade secrets.

Whether you’re building your first IP strategy or reassessing your current approach, this workshop will help you make smarter, more informed decisions with limited resources.

Speaker:

David Nauman
Patent Agent, Partner, BLG

David Nauman is a registerd patent agent in Canada and the US, specializing in patent protection strategy for clients in the life sciences and manufacturing sectors. He advises corporate, government, and academic organizations on building and managing patent portfolios, with expertise in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, chemistry, and oil and gas.

He brings hands-on research experience from his time at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario and a biotechnology startup, with a scientific background in synthetic organic chemistry, molecular and cellular biology, and cell surface remodeling.