An Introduction to Intellectual Property for Your Business

This collaborative interactive one-day workshop will provide effective tools and techniques to support your IP initiatives 

This workshop is suitable for those who are beginners to IP and for those looking to refresh their skills on the topic.

Do you know the difference between a patent and a design?  Between copyright protection and a trade mark registration?  Do you understand the dos and don’ts when considering making use of these rights? 

In this interactive session, we will empower you with knowledge of at least the basics, and challenge and address any misconceptions that may be lurking.

 Join us for a guide through the world of Intellectual Property (IP) – from application through to commercialisation - to get the facts and understand the benefits to your business. 

Attendees will be able to gain clarity in relation to

• Knowledge of the different types of IP rights that exist, including how they differ and how they can be used in a complementary manner.
• An understanding of the processes involved in obtaining and maintaining the rights.
• The value of the rights to a business, including ways in which the rights can be used.

Meet the speakers

Aimee Cawley

Partner – Patent Attorney, Marks & Clerk LLP

Aimee undertakes work in both the chemical and mechanical fields. Her predominant practice areas include: chemical engineering, in particular relating to petrochemicals, and renewable energy; inventions relying on physical and inorganic chemistry, such as energy storage devices, dental compositions, catalysis, indicators materials, and materials processing technology.

Aimee also has experience of inventions in the residential and commercial construction sector, pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and equipment, and medical and surgical devices, as well as glass-related inventions, having previously trained and practised in the Intellectual Property department of Pilkington Group Limited

Aimee brings almost 20 years of experience in drafting, filing and prosecuting UK, European and International patent applications for a range of clients from SMEs to universities to listed companies, and is readily able to understand and work with their differing business needs. She is also able to advise on issues relating to infringement and validity of third party patents, including preparation of opposition cases and attendance at hearings before the European Patent Office.

Aimee joined Marks & Clerk in 2009 and became a partner in 2013. Aimee graduated from the University of Oxford in 2001 with an MChem in Chemistry.

Graeme Murray

Senior Associate – Trade Mark & Designs Attorney, Marks & Clerk LLP

Graeme Murray has years of experience in advising individuals, companies and organisations from a diverse range of industries and professions on the selection, protection and exploitation of their brands and designs.

Graeme has a particular interest in the creative industries sector and is a member of Marks & Clerk’s Creative Industries group. Graeme has acted for a broad range of clients within the sector, including TV production companies, design agencies, and musicians.

Graeme graduated from the University of Sheffield in 2005 with an LLB (Hons) in European, International and Comparative Law. His degree included a semester at the University of Utrecht in The Netherlands. Graeme was awarded a Distinction in the postgraduate diploma in Legal Practice in 2009 and entered the trade mark profession in the same year.

In June 2011 he completed a post graduate certificate in Trade Mark Law and Practice at Queen Mary College, University of London. In June 2012 he qualified as a Trade Mark Attorney having completed The Professional Certificate in Trade Mark Practice at Nottingham Law School.

Graeme practised at the North West office of another firm of Trade Mark Attorneys before joining Marks & Clerk in 2019.

As this workshop is fully-funded, businesses are subject to funders' eligibility criteria. Please keep an eye out for communication from our Enquiry team at GM Business Growth Hub who will discuss your eligibility and complete paperwork. If your place is confirmed, you will receive an email from us with further details.

Trading in Greater Manchester
Sole trader, micro business, small and medium-sized enterprise, or large business
Social enterprises where these engage in economic activity.

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