Host:Michele KatzFounding PartnerAdvitam IP, LLC – Chicago, USAGuest:Elleson FraenkFounderVision Legalis Advocaten – SurinameWe are pleased to present the final episode of Season 5 of the Women’s IP World Podcast, Episode 8, featuring an insightful conversation with Elleson Fraenk, Founder of Vision Legalis Advocaten in Suriname. Elleson joins our host, Michele Katz, Founding Partner at Advitam IP in the USA, to discuss her journey in intellectual property law, the evolving business landscape in Suriname, and the importance of educating entrepreneurs on the value of protecting their trade marks, insights she further explores in her featured article in the Women’s IP World Annual 2025.In this episode, Elleson introduces listeners to Suriname, one of the world’s greenest, located on the northern coast of South America. She highlights the country’s cultural diversity, eco-conscious tourism sector, and the growing commercial activity surrounding Suriname’s developing oil and gas industry. Through the discussion, she shares how these developments are creating new opportunities for businesses and increasing the importance of intellectual property awareness within the country.A key focus of the conversation is Elleson’s article in the Women’s IP World Annual 2025, How Attorneys in Smaller Countries Can Encourage Small Business Owners to Protect Their Trademarks. Drawing from her practical experience advising entrepreneurs, Elleson explains the importance of educating clients step-by-step about intellectual property, helping them understand the value of their brands, and guiding them through practical trademark protection strategies. Throughout the discussion, Elleson reflects on founding her own firm after years in private practice, driven by her desire to build a people-focused culture and help clients turn their business visions into legally protected realities. Click here to read Elleson’s full articleTune in now to hear Elleson’s perspective on intellectual property practice in Suriname, supporting small business owners, and strengthening IP awareness within emerging and rapidly evolving markets.As the final episode of Season 5, we would like to thank all our listeners and contributors for being part of another inspiring season of the Women’s IP World Podcast. Stay tuned for the upcoming new season alongside the launch of the Women’s IP World Annual 2026.#WomensIPWorldPodcast #WomenInIP #SurinameIP #TrademarkLaw #SmallBusiness #WomenLeadersInIP #GlobalIPCommunity #IntellectualProperty #IPLaw #VisionLegalisAdvocaten

The Women’s IP World Annual 2026 – Audio Version Now AvailableWe are pleased to present the audio version of the Women’s IP World Annual 2026, marking the 7th edition of the publication and reflecting its continued growth and global impact since its launch in 2019. This edition highlights the evolving role of women in shaping the intellectual property landscape across law, innovation, and policy.Women professionals from across jurisdictions share thoughtful and experience-led perspectives on the realities of working within the global IP ecosystem. Through a collection of expert articles and contributions, the publication captures the depth, diversity, and progress of women driving change across the industry.A defining highlight of this edition is the 2nd Edition of the Top 100 Influential Women Leaders in IP Law: Champions of Leadership, Innovation, and Global Influence 2026, recognising individuals making a meaningful impact across legal practice, policy development, mentorship, and industry advancement. The strength and diversity of nominations received reflect the continued progress and influence of women across the IP profession.Contributors featured in this edition represent a global network of professionals whose work continues to challenge norms, shape legal frameworks, and support greater inclusion within the field. Their insights offer both practical perspectives and inspiration for the next generation of IP professionals.We extend our sincere thanks to all contributors for their valuable contributions and to our listeners for their continued engagement.We hope this audio edition provides meaningful insight and encourages continued dialogue across the global intellectual property community.Explore the Women’s IP World Annual 2026 and discover the voices shaping the future of IP.Click for the Digital VersionFor editorial opportunities or enquiries, please contact us at [email protected] or call +44 (0)203 813 0457 or visit www.womensipworld.com#WomensIPWorld #WIPW2026 #WomenInIP #WomenInIPLaw #IntellectualProperty #IPLaw #WomenLeaders #InnovationLeadership #GlobalIP #ThoughtLeadership #WIPWRanking #WomenInInnovation

The IP Tech & Innovation Services Annual – Audio Version Now AvailableWe are pleased to present the audio version of the IP Tech & Innovation Services Annual 2026, marking the inaugural edition of a publication created to reflect the rapidly evolving landscape of innovation, technology, and intellectual property.As intellectual property continues to expand beyond traditional boundaries, it has become central to how ideas are developed, managed, and commercialised within a globally connected economy. The increasing influence of digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and data-driven decision-making is reshaping how intellectual assets are approached across industries and jurisdictions.This edition brings together professionals from across the global IP ecosystem, offering thoughtful and experience-led perspectives on the technologies, tools, and strategies shaping the future of intellectual property. Through expert interviews, feature articles, platform spotlights, and case studies, the publication provides a clear and practical understanding of how innovation is being applied within the IP sector.The Annual also serves as a platform for visibility and connection, enabling law firms, in-house counsel, technology providers, and service organisations to share their work, exchange ideas, and contribute to a more transparent and collaborative global IP environment.We extend our sincere thanks to all contributors whose expertise and insights have made this inaugural edition possible, and to our listeners for their continued engagement.We hope this audio edition provides valuable insight and supports informed decision-making across the evolving intellectual property landscape.Explore the IP Tech & Innovation Services Annual 2026 and discover the innovations shaping the future of IP.Click for the Digital Version For editorial opportunities or enquiries, please contact us at [email protected] or call +44 (0)203 813 0457 or visit www.iptechnovation.com#IPTechAnnual #IPInnovation #IntellectualProperty #LegalTech #AIinIP #IPStrategy #GlobalIP #InnovationLeadership #IPServices #ThoughtLeadership

The Global IP Magazine – INTA Special Edition (Issue 25) Audio Version Now AvailableWe are pleased to present the audio version of the INTA Special Edition of The Global IP Magazine – Issue 25, launched alongside the International Trademark Association (INTA) Annual Meeting in London. This edition reflects the evolving role of intellectual property as a central driver of innovation, commercial strategy, and long-term business value.In this issue, leading professionals from across the global IP landscape share practical and forward-looking perspectives on managing intellectual property in an increasingly complex and interconnected environment. From advancements in artificial intelligence and data-driven decision-making to key considerations in enforcement and portfolio management, the discussions are both timely and grounded in real-world applications.The edition opens with Dr Shweta Singh, Founder and CEO of Ennoble IP, India, who explores the transition from AI-assisted workflows to AI-architected, hybrid-intelligence portfolios. Her insights highlight how AI is enabling more proactive and predictive IP strategies, while reinforcing the importance of human judgment in decision-making.Michele S. Katz, Founding Partner at Advítam IP, LLC, USA, examines trade marks as estate assets, outlining the legal processes surrounding their transfer and the importance of estate planning in preserving brand value and legacy.We also feature Anomi Wanigasekera, Senior Partner, and Sabeera Shariff, Partner of Julius & Creasy, Sri Lanka, who explore the role of intellectual property within the sports industry. Their contribution addresses how IP rights support commercialisation and innovation, while navigating challenges such as piracy and ambush marketing.Alongside these features, the edition includes a broad range of contributions from IP practitioners and industry leaders worldwide, offering deeper insight into the dynamic and evolving global IP ecosystem.We extend our sincere thanks to all contributors for sharing their expertise and to our listeners for their continued engagement.We hope this audio edition provides valuable insight and encourages continued dialogue across the global intellectual property community.Explore the INTA Special Edition and discover perspectives shaping the future of IP.Click for the Digital VersionFor editorial submissions or branding enquiries, please contact us at [email protected] or call +44 (0)203 813 0457 or visit www.globalipmagazine.com.#GlobalIPMagazine #INTA2026 #IPInsights #AIinIP #TrademarkLaw #IPStrategy #Innovation #IntellectualProperty #ThoughtLeadership #GlobalIP

Host:Michele KatzFounding PartnerAdvitam IP, LLC – Chicago, USAGuest:Dr Shweta SinghFounder and CEOEnnoble IP – IndiaWe are excited to continue Season 5 of the Women’s IP World Podcast with Episode 7, featuring an engaging conversation with Dr Shweta Singh, Founder and CEO at Ennoble IP in India. Dr Shweta joins our host, Michele Katz, Founding Partner at Advitam IP based in the USA, as Dr Shweta shares her journey into intellectual property and the strategic thinking that has shaped her career.In this episode, Dr Shweta provides an overview of her background, reflecting on her academic journey from biotechnology to pursuing a doctorate in law and management, and how her passion for non-monotonous, innovation-driven work led her into intellectual property. She also shares the inspiration behind founding Ennoble IP, her focus on promoting IP awareness among startups, universities, and SMEs, and her perspective on building a firm driven by collective effort and purpose.A central focus of the discussion is Dr Shweta’s article in the Women’s IP World Annual 2025, Unlocking the Power of IP Analytics for Strategic Decision Making, where she explains how IP analytics transforms patent and IP data into strategic business insights. Drawing from her expertise, she highlights how organisations can use IP analytics to understand technology trends, assess market opportunities, reduce risk, and support decision-making, while also emphasising the role of generative AI alongside human intelligence and the importance of Higher Education Institutions in driving innovation.Click here to read Dr Shweta Singh’s full article. Tune in now to hear Dr Shweta Singh’s perspective on intellectual property analytics, strategic decision-making, and building an impactful IP practice in an evolving global landscape.#WomensIPWorldPodcast #WomenInIP #EnnobleIP #IndiaIP #IPAnalytics #InnovationStrategy #WomenLeadersInIP #GlobalIPCommunity #IntellectualProperty #IPLaw

Host:Michele KatzFounding PartnerAdvitam IP, LLC – Chicago, USAGuest:Sarah Norkor AnkuGlobal Managing PartnerSN Anku IP Firm – GhanaWe are excited to continue Season 5 of the Women’s IP World Podcast with Episode 6, featuring an engaging conversation with Sarah Norkor Anku, Global Managing Partner at SN Anku IP Firm in Ghana. Sarah joins our host, Michele Katz, Founding Partner at Advitam IP based in the USA, to discuss her journey into intellectual property law, the evolving IP landscape in Ghana, and the practical realities of enforcing IP rights in a developing yet rapidly advancing jurisdiction, insights she shares in her featured article in the Women’s IP World Annual 2025.In this episode, Sarah provides an overview of Ghana, highlighting its stability, growing middle class, and increasing attractiveness for investors. She reflects on how these factors have contributed to a rise in IP awareness and enforcement, while also addressing ongoing challenges such as navigating judicial interpretation, educating stakeholders, and navigating court processes.A central focus of the discussion is Sarah’s article in the Women’s IP World Annual 2025, Enforcing Unregistered Trademarks and Related Trade Dress in Ghana: The ACHOURA Story, where she shares a compelling case study involving trademark refusal and trade dress infringement. Drawing from this real-world example, Sarah outlines the strategic approach her firm adopted, including the use of copyright and unfair competition laws, to successfully protect her client’s rights and achieve a favourable outcome despite initial setbacks.Click here to read Sarah’s full article.Tune in now to hear Sarah’s perspective on practising intellectual property law in Ghana, overcoming enforcement challenges, and building a resilient and impactful IP practice in an evolving global landscape.#WomensIPWorldPodcast #WomenInIP #SNAnkuIPFirm #GhanaIP #TrademarkLaw #TradeDress #WomenLeadersInIP #GlobalIPCommunity #IntellectualProperty #IPLaw

Host:Michele KatzFounding PartnerAdvitam IP, LLC – Chicago, USAGuest:Vanessa Abdul RazakFounder & PartnerAbdel-Razak & Associés – HaitiWe are excited to continue Season 5 of the Women’s IP World Podcast with Episode 5, featuring an engaging conversation with Vanessa Abdul Razak, Founder and Partner of Abdel-Razak & Associés in Haiti. Vanessa joins our host, Michele Katz, Founding Partner at Advitam IP, to discuss the realities of practising intellectual property law in Haiti and the resilience required to support clients and maintain legal services in a complex and evolving environment, insights she shares in her featured article in the Women’s IP World Annual 2025.In this episode, Vanessa reflects on the current political and social challenges in Haiti and how they have shaped the day-to-day work of IP professionals. She shares first-hand insights into navigating disruptions to government services, the relocation of the trademark office, and the practical difficulties surrounding filings and follow-ups, while highlighting the determination of practitioners who continue to ensure clients receive reliable IP protection despite instability.A central focus of the discussion is Vanessa’s article, Leading with Humanity and Purpose, where she explores the balance between technological advancement, automation, and the human values that remain essential in professional life. Drawing from her experience leading a team through difficult circumstances, Vanessa emphasises the importance of empathy, emotional intelligence, and trust in building resilient teams and meaningful professional relationships.Click here to read Vanessa’s full article.Tune in now to hear Vanessa’s perspective on practising intellectual property law in Haiti, navigating uncertainty with resilience, and leading with humanity in an increasingly technology-driven professional world.#WomensIPWorldPodcast #WomenInIP #AdvitamIP #AbdelRazakAssociés #LeadingWithHumanity #WomenLeadersInIP #GlobalIPCommunity #IntellectualProperty #IPLaw #CaribbeanIP

Host:Michele KatzFounding PartnerAdvitam IP, LLC – Chicago, USAGuest: Anomi WanigasekeraSenior Partner & Head of the Intellectual Property DivisionJulius & Creasy, Sri LankaWe are delighted to continue Season 5 of the Women’s IP World Podcast with Episode 4, featuring an engaging conversation with Anomi Wanigasekera, Senior Partner and Head of the Intellectual Property Division at Julius & Creasy, Sri Lanka. Anomi joins our host, Michele Katz, Founding Partner at Advitam IP, to discuss the evolution of intellectual property practice in Sri Lanka and the firm’s remarkable legacy as one of the country’s full-service law firms, founded in 1879.In this episode, Anomi reflects on her four-decade career in intellectual property, including her journey as a long-standing member of Julius & Creasy and the transformation of IP from a largely undeveloped legal subject into a specialised and globally connected practice area. She shares insights into the firm’s history, its role in shaping IP protection in Sri Lanka, and the changing landscape of IP education and professional development for future generations.A central focus of the discussion is Anomi’s featured article in the Women’s IP World Annual 2025, which provides an overview of Sri Lanka’s Online Safety Act. She explains the objectives of the legislation, its role in addressing cybercrime, misinformation, and harmful online content, and the regulatory powers of the Online Safety Commission, while also addressing key concerns and criticisms surrounding freedom of expression and enforcement in a rapidly evolving digital environment.Click here to read Anomi's full article.Tune in now to explore how Sri Lanka is approaching online safety and digital regulation, and to hear Anomi’s perspective on balancing a long and demanding legal career with personal well-being.#WomensIPWorldPodcast #WomenInIP #AdvitamIP #SriLankaIP #OnlineSafetyAct #GlobalIPCommunity #IntellectualProperty #WomenLeadersInIP #IPLaw #JuliusandCreasy

The Global IP Magazine – January 2026 Edition Is Out NowFirstly, we are delighted to welcome you to the first 2026 edition of The Global IP Magazine, marking an important milestone in our journey. From this issue forward, the publication formerly known as The Global IP Matrix Magazine officially transitions to The Global IP Magazine, a rebrand that reflects both our growth and our renewed commitment to delivering authoritative, globally relevant intellectual property insight with clarity, depth, and focus.Since launching in 2018, the publication has become a trusted voice within the international IP community, recognised by leading law firms, in-house counsel, innovators, and service providers worldwide, and consistently ranked first on Google for “intellectual property magazine”. This new identity signals the next phase of our evolution, uniting our editorial mission under a more focused and unified global brand dedicated to capturing the full spectrum of IP innovation, strategy, and industry direction.For this new issue, our cover feature is written by Hady M. Khawand, Founder and CEO of AIP Genius, who explores the future of human-AI collaboration in IP services. His article examines how advanced technologies can strengthen analytical capabilities while enhancing, rather than replacing, human judgement and strategic decision-making, an essential perspective as digital transformation accelerates across the IP sector.From Puerto Rico, Eugenio J. Torres Oyola and Karla-In Encarnación Pak of Ferraiuoli LLC present a topical analysis of the legal realities of dupe culture. Their contribution explores the commercial and legal tensions surrounding lookalike products and trade dress imitation, offering guidance on how brands can protect identity, reputation, and value in an increasingly trend-driven digital marketplace.Turning to copyright, Anomi Wanigasekera and Sabeera Shariff of Julius and Creasy examine a landmark Supreme Court ruling from Sri Lanka involving the works of Clarence Wijewardene. Their article analyses how the judgment clarified economic and moral rights, infringement standards, and available remedies, providing important insight into the future direction of copyright jurisprudence in the region.Alongside these features, this edition includes a wide range of contributions from IP practitioners and industry leaders worldwide, covering trademarks, patents, enforcement, commercial strategy, and innovation.We extend our sincere thanks to our authors for sharing their expertise, and to you, our readers, for being part of this growing global IP community. We hope the conversations sparked by this issue inspire collaboration, innovation, and continued progress across the intellectual property landscape.Explore the January 2026 edition and discover perspectives shaping the future of IP.👉 Click for the Digital VersionFor editorial submissions or branding enquiries, please contact us at [email protected] or call +44 (0)203 813 0457 or visit www.globalipmagazine.com. #GlobalIPMagazine #IP2026 #AIinIP #TrademarkLaw #CopyrightLaw #Innovation #IPStrategy #Enforcement #IntellectualProperty #IPInsights #ThoughtLeadership #IntellectualPropertyMagazine

Host:Michele KatzFounder & CEOAdvitam IP, LLC – Chicago, USAGuest: Adriana BarreraFounder and Managing PartnerBARLAW - Barrera & Asociados, PerúWe are excited to continue Season 5 of the Women’s IP World Podcast with Episode 3, featuring an engaging conversation with Adriana Barrera, Founder and Managing Partner of BARLAW - Barrera & Asociados in Peru. Adriana joins our host, Michele Katz, Founding Partner at Advitam IP, to discuss the dynamic world of non-traditional trademarks and the unique advantages of the IP landscape in the Andean region, insights she shares in her featured article in the Women’s IP World Annual 2025.In this episode, Adriana reflects on her impressive 30-year career in intellectual property, sharing the humorous story of how she first entered the field to avoid traffic jams in Lima! She provides a masterclass on the Andean Community (CAN), explaining how member nations like Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, and Bolivia harmonise their IP laws through "Decisions." Adriana highlights the strategic benefits of this regional alignment, such as the ability to use evidence from one member country to support oppositions or defend against non-use cancellations in another.A key focus of the discussion is the protection of non-traditional trademarks, including motion, sound, and colour marks. Adriana explains why Peru is a global "fast lane" for brand owners, often securing registrations in as little as 5 months. She also sheds light on when "secondary meaning" or acquired distinctiveness is necessary for protection in Latin America.Click here to read Adriana’s full article.Tune in now to learn why global brands are looking to the Andean region as a primary stage for IP protection and to hear Adriana’s inspiring professional mantra: "El cielo es el límite" (The sky is the limit).#WomensIPWorldPodcast #AdvitamIP #BARLAW #WomenInIP #IPLaw #GlobalIPCommunity