Podcast: Young and ambitious, the future of IP

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Podcast: Young and ambitious, the future of IP

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In the sixth episode of a podcast series celebrating the tenth anniversary of IP Inclusive, we discuss IP Futures, a network for early-career stage IP professionals


Managing IP is proud to publish the latest episode in a series of podcasts celebrating the tenth anniversary of UK-based diversity network IP Inclusive.

In this episode, the sixth of 10, we discuss IP Inclusive’s ‘IP Futures’ network, which supports those building their career in IP, from early-stage to mid-level. The network typically works with professionals within the first 10 years of entering the profession.

We are joined by Chelsea Chung, a trainee trademark attorney at Finnegan, and Chris Burnett, a partner at Knights and an ally for trainees.

We discuss tips and guidance for young professionals starting in the IP sector, including how they and colleagues can help develop an inclusive community through mentorship opportunities and career growth.

We also delve into some of the early-career challenges.

The podcast series is hosted by Managing IP editor Max Walters, alongside Jodie Bates, a member of the IP Inclusive advisory board and an IT trainer at patent and trademark attorney firm Boult Wade Tennant.

The entire podcast series is also available on the IP Inclusive YouTube channel.

IP Inclusive was set up in 2015 to promote and improve DEI and wellbeing throughout the UK’s IP profession.

It aims to ensure that the UK’s IP profession is open and welcoming to all those with the necessary aptitude, regardless of their age, gender, race, sexuality, religion, physical and cognitive ability, wealth, and background.

Previous episodes in the series have focused on Women in IP, unconscious bias and the ‘Careers in Ideas’ network.

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