Do think carefully about what intellectual property expenditure is essential at the very early stages, and what can (or should) wait. The spend on intellectual property protection at the outset needs consideration and budgeting. Full protection may not be necessary until you are closer to generating a revenue stream or you are, at least, further […]
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IP considerations when “Pitching” for investment
Omnio stroller entrepreneurs say IP ‘vital’ to investment success When Markus and Samantha Warwick came up with the idea for a wearable stroller, they could never have imagined just how successful it would become. The Ebbw Vale couple conceived the concept for a portable stroller, which could be easily folded up into a rucksack and […]
Eight reasons why you should consider investing in the protection of your IP
Do I have IP in my business? January 2018
Many entrepreneurs, and even established companies, are surprised to hear that they have (or could secure) intellectual property. What is intellectual property (IP), you might ask? Well, IP is a term used to describe ‘creations of the mind’ such as inventions, logos, images, literary works, art and music. There […]
University of Worcester establishes new relationship with Wynne-Jones
Wynne-Jones IP is a long established firm of Chartered and European Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys, based in London, Cardiff, Cheltenham and Telford. Our attorneys have extensive experience in Trade Marks, Designs, Patents, IP Strategy, IP Renewals, all aspects of IP licensing and enforcement, and IP audits. We are modern and progressive in our business […]
I-COM Data Startup Challenge
For the 5th edition of I-COM Data Startup Challenge, Unilever are supporting the Challenge; with a prize of US$50,000 to fund a pilot programme, and a pass to the Cannes Lions Festival as part of Unilever’s delegation. Partners include StartUp Britain, Centre for Entrepreneurs, The Engine Shed, FundSurfer.com, Qapitol.com, Dotforge Accelerator, Seedrs, the Open Data […]
NACUE Student Enterprise Conference 2016
Whooo!! What a wonderful weekend at the annual @NACUE Student Enterprise Conference at University College London!! 😀 As the train steadily approached the hustle and bustle of the metropolitan hub for innovation – of course being London – I eagerly waited in anticipation for the train doors to open. It may sound sad that I […]
Cyber Security for small businesses – FREE breakfast networking session
Is your business is trading safely online? Meet industry specialists and at The Hive on 23 February from 7:30 onwards – breakfast will be served and you can discuss any cyber issues you may have and discover potential funding pots. Register through the link, or contact Luke Rawlings via The Hive admin team for more details
HMRC Tax Guide
HMRC is the UK’s tax and customs authority, responsible for making sure that the money is available to fund the UK’s public services and for helping families and individuals with targeted financial support. This tool should help you plan you startup tax issues. The government is committed to reducing burdens for taxpayers and building […]
IP matters! A tool to learn more …
Whether you design, invent, write, perform or research, IP matters! A student today came along with a great start-up idea, but he’d been discussing it with mates, friends and other business contacts – what’s to stop any of them taking over the idea as their own? The Intellectual Property Office website has a great IP […]