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Meet Abdullah
Abdullah Zaid Tareq is the Public Relations Director at Tariq for Intellectual Property (TARIQ IP), an established Iraqi intellectual property firm with a history dating back to 1959. He is also a PhD researcher in law at the University of Szeged, Hungary. His professional interests focus on intellectual property protection, trademark law, international IP practices, and the evolving relationship between law and emerging technologies. His academic research examines the legal implications of blockchain technology, with particular emphasis on European Union initiatives, digital governance, and the potential application of blockchain-based solutions to trademark administration and intellectual property protection. Combining practical experience in intellectual property management with academic legal research, Abdullah is particularly interested in how technological innovation can enhance transparency, efficiency, and legal certainty within trademark registration and protection systems.
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Abdullah Zaid Tareq
Public Relations Director | PhD Researcher in Law · Tariq for Intellectual Property
Iraq
Abdullah Zaid Tareq is the Public Relations Director at Tariq for Intellectual Property (TARIQ IP), an established Iraqi intellectual property firm with a history dating back to 1959. He is also a PhD researcher in law at the University of Szeged, Hungary. His professional interests focus on intellectual property protection, trademark law, international IP practices, and the evolving relationship between law and emerging technologies. His academic research examines the legal implications of blockchain technology, with particular emphasis on European Union initiatives, digital governance, and the potential application of blockchain-based solutions to trademark administration and intellectual property protection. Combining practical experience in intellectual property management with academic legal research, Abdullah is particularly interested in how technological innovation can enhance transparency, efficiency, and legal certainty within trademark registration and protection systems.
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Meet Bitika
Ms. Bitika Sharma is a Senior Partner at Singh & Singh Law Firm LLP, bringing nearly two decades of distinguished experience in Intellectual Property Law. Leveraging her background as a science graduate from Delhi University (B.Sc., 1997–2001) alongside her legal education (LL.B., Delhi University, 2001–2004), she offers deep expertise across Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, Designs, and Data Protection. She specializes in Biotech and Life Sciences patent litigation, general trademark disputes,and high-stakes regulatory issues surrounding drugs and insecticides. Her core practice encompasses managing patent and trademark prosecution, rendering Freedom to Operate (FTO) advisory, and providing clear opinions on patentability and licensing frameworks in India. A seasoned advocate, Ms. Sharma regularly appears before the courts across the country as well as Indian Patent and Trademark Offices. Her rare combination of scientific acumen and extensive courtroom experience makes her a trusted advisor in complex technology- driven litigation and regulatory compliance matters.
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Bitika Sharma
Senior Partner · Singh and Singh Law Firm
India
Ms. Bitika Sharma is a Senior Partner at Singh & Singh Law Firm LLP, bringing nearly two decades of distinguished experience in Intellectual Property Law. Leveraging her background as a science graduate from Delhi University (B.Sc., 1997–2001) alongside her legal education (LL.B., Delhi University, 2001–2004), she offers deep expertise across Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, Designs, and Data Protection. She specializes in Biotech and Life Sciences patent litigation, general trademark disputes,and high-stakes regulatory issues surrounding drugs and insecticides. Her core practice encompasses managing patent and trademark prosecution, rendering Freedom to Operate (FTO) advisory, and providing clear opinions on patentability and licensing frameworks in India. A seasoned advocate, Ms. Sharma regularly appears before the courts across the country as well as Indian Patent and Trademark Offices. Her rare combination of scientific acumen and extensive courtroom experience makes her a trusted advisor in complex technology- driven litigation and regulatory compliance matters.
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Meet Vrinda
Vrinda Pathak is a Partner at Singh & Singh Law Firm LLP. A graduate of National Law University Odisha (B.A. LL.B., 2012–2017), she has over nine years of experience in intellectual property disputes, with a robust practice spanning patent, trademark, and design litigation. Vrinda has been instrumental in handling some of India’s most high-profile pharmaceutical patent litigations involving critical lifesaving drugs, including Dapagliflozin, Linagliptin, Pertuzumab, Nivolumab, and Semaglutide. In her role as Partner, she leads a specialized team, overseeing complex drafting, managing court filings, and regularly appearing before judicial forums. She actively collaborates with Senior Advocates for key court appearances and prepares detailed written submissions and strategic legal notes to ensure comprehensive representation for her clients.
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Vrinda Pathak
Partner · Singh and Singh Law Firm
India
Vrinda Pathak is a Partner at Singh & Singh Law Firm LLP. A graduate of National Law University Odisha (B.A. LL.B., 2012–2017), she has over nine years of experience in intellectual property disputes, with a robust practice spanning patent, trademark, and design litigation. Vrinda has been instrumental in handling some of India’s most high-profile pharmaceutical patent litigations involving critical lifesaving drugs, including Dapagliflozin, Linagliptin, Pertuzumab, Nivolumab, and Semaglutide. In her role as Partner, she leads a specialized team, overseeing complex drafting, managing court filings, and regularly appearing before judicial forums. She actively collaborates with Senior Advocates for key court appearances and prepares detailed written submissions and strategic legal notes to ensure comprehensive representation for her clients.
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Meet Bassel
IP & TMT Attorney · Saad Sarhan for Intellectual Property
1 session on the agenda
Bassel Magdy Yusef Sayed
IP & TMT Attorney · Saad Sarhan for Intellectual Property
Egypt
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Meet Nikita
Head of Intellectual Property and Data Protection · White Square
1 session on the agenda
Nikita Ayrapetov
Head of Intellectual Property and Data Protection · White Square
United Arab Emirates
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Meet Shardul
Shardul R. Chouhan is an Indian Patent Attorney, Advocate, and Registered Trademark & Design Agent. He holds a B.Tech. in Electronics & Communication, an MBA in Marketing, and an LL.B. (Hons.) in Intellectual Property Law. With extensive experience in international and domestic patent prosecution, opposition proceedings, and IP enforcement, he specializes in high-technology domains including 3GPP 5G NR telecommunications, artificial intelligence, video compression, spintronic devices, and power electronics.
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Shardul Chouhan
Patent Attorney · Independent Lawyer
India
Shardul R. Chouhan is an Indian Patent Attorney, Advocate, and Registered Trademark & Design Agent. He holds a B.Tech. in Electronics & Communication, an MBA in Marketing, and an LL.B. (Hons.) in Intellectual Property Law. With extensive experience in international and domestic patent prosecution, opposition proceedings, and IP enforcement, he specializes in high-technology domains including 3GPP 5G NR telecommunications, artificial intelligence, video compression, spintronic devices, and power electronics.
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Meet MELANIE
Melanie’s practice focuses on the acquisition, protection, licensing, exploitation and sale of intangible assets for major brands and individual talent. Clients laud her as “super responsive” and trust her ”sharp business acumen” and strategic guidance. Melanie’s unmatched experience in the fashion, luxury and retail sectors has been recognized by industry leaders, including the Los Angeles Times, which named her a “Beauty & Fashion Business Visionary” in 2024 and 2025. Melanie leads the firm’s Luxury Brands group, which in its inaugural year earned Loeb recognition from the Luxury Law Alliance as the Best New Luxury Law Firm. Melanie’s practice extends across entertainment, talent, media and esports. Athletes, creators and brands consistently rely on Melanie for her expert guidance on intellectual property matters, particularly in the context of mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and other high-stakes commercial transactions. She provides invaluable counsel on licensing, influencer engagements, collaborations, sponsorship and endorsement deals.
MELANIE HOWARD
PARTNER · Loeb & Loeb LLP
United States
Melanie’s practice focuses on the acquisition, protection, licensing, exploitation and sale of intangible assets for major brands and individual talent. Clients laud her as “super responsive” and trust her ”sharp business acumen” and strategic guidance. Melanie’s unmatched experience in the fashion, luxury and retail sectors has been recognized by industry leaders, including the Los Angeles Times, which named her a “Beauty & Fashion Business Visionary” in 2024 and 2025. Melanie leads the firm’s Luxury Brands group, which in its inaugural year earned Loeb recognition from the Luxury Law Alliance as the Best New Luxury Law Firm. Melanie’s practice extends across entertainment, talent, media and esports. Athletes, creators and brands consistently rely on Melanie for her expert guidance on intellectual property matters, particularly in the context of mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and other high-stakes commercial transactions. She provides invaluable counsel on licensing, influencer engagements, collaborations, sponsorship and endorsement deals.
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Meet Peter
Partner · ARNOLD RUESS
Peter Ruess
Partner · ARNOLD RUESS
Germany
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Meet Liat
Adv. Galily‑Perel is the Managing Partner of Perel Law Office in Israel, Head of the Intellectual Property Legal Clinic at the College of Law and Business, and an academic lecturer in intellectual property at Shenkar College. She advises on all major areas of intellectual property law, including patents, trademarks, designs, copyrights, and trade secrets, both in Israel and internationally. Her practice encompasses commercial and litigation‑related aspects of IP protection, with extensive experience representing clients before the Israeli Patent Office and coordinating proceedings with foreign patent offices worldwide. She also drafts and negotiates a wide range of IP agreements. In addition to her legal practice, Adv. Galily‑Perel regularly lectures at academic institutions in Israel and abroad, focusing on diverse and evolving aspects of intellectual property law.
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Liat Galily-Perel
Attorney · Perel –Law Office
Israel
Adv. Galily‑Perel is the Managing Partner of Perel Law Office in Israel, Head of the Intellectual Property Legal Clinic at the College of Law and Business, and an academic lecturer in intellectual property at Shenkar College. She advises on all major areas of intellectual property law, including patents, trademarks, designs, copyrights, and trade secrets, both in Israel and internationally. Her practice encompasses commercial and litigation‑related aspects of IP protection, with extensive experience representing clients before the Israeli Patent Office and coordinating proceedings with foreign patent offices worldwide. She also drafts and negotiates a wide range of IP agreements. In addition to her legal practice, Adv. Galily‑Perel regularly lectures at academic institutions in Israel and abroad, focusing on diverse and evolving aspects of intellectual property law.
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Meet RRajesh
RRajesh (RAAJ) Jagaasiia is a results-oriented legal professional with over 35 years of experience in IPR enforcement and general law, including more than 20 years of professional experience in the UAE. He has extensive hands-on experience in civil and criminal litigation, contract drafting, legal enforcement, and regulatory matters in Dubai. His expertise includes cross-border enforcement, international recoveries, and counterfeit enforcement, with successful experience handling matters across China, Indonesia, Ukraine, and India. Rajesh is skilled in strategic legal planning, drafting, negotiations, and dispute resolution, with a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and legal procedures. He has also worked extensively in multicultural environments and brings strong communication and problem-solving skills to complex legal matters. He was formerly registered as a Foreign Lawyer with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), England, UK.
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RRajesh (RAAJ) Jagaasiia
Managing Partner · RIGHT JUST-IS LAWYERS AND CONSULTANTS LLP
United Arab Emirates
RRajesh (RAAJ) Jagaasiia is a results-oriented legal professional with over 35 years of experience in IPR enforcement and general law, including more than 20 years of professional experience in the UAE. He has extensive hands-on experience in civil and criminal litigation, contract drafting, legal enforcement, and regulatory matters in Dubai. His expertise includes cross-border enforcement, international recoveries, and counterfeit enforcement, with successful experience handling matters across China, Indonesia, Ukraine, and India. Rajesh is skilled in strategic legal planning, drafting, negotiations, and dispute resolution, with a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and legal procedures. He has also worked extensively in multicultural environments and brings strong communication and problem-solving skills to complex legal matters. He was formerly registered as a Foreign Lawyer with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), England, UK.
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Meet Dr
Dr. Shikha Tejswi is a prominent IP attorney and registered Patent Agent in India, renowned for her expertise of 20+ years in patent drafting, filing and prosecution of patent applications in India and cross-border IP strategy. She is the founder and principal attorney of Tejswi IP, a firm she started in 2021, dedicated to Intellectual Property Services. She is a recipient of “IP Practitioner of the year award-2026” at Global Legal Association Summit 2026, Kuala-Lumpur. She holds a PhD in Chemistry, LLB., Postgraduate Diploma in IPR Law, and WIPO certificate courses. She also holds her patent in organic chemistry No. 314397 and has contributed to scientific publications. She is also a poet and authored some books on poetry both in Hindi and English. Recently she has delivered a lecture on “Strategic Patent Drafting” at CSIR-IIP, Dehradun. Tejswi IP specializes in patents across chemical/pharma, electronics, mechanical and software fields, etc, alongside trademarks, designs, copyrights, and geographical indications. The firm aims to make IP services accessible and affordable for Indian innovators, and startups/ small entity/educational universities. We have a team of skilled and experienced patent attorneys in different subject areas. In the last 4 years, we have filed around 150 patent applications viz., ordinary, conventional and PCT national phase applications, PCT applications, some are in prosecution stage, 70 trademark applications, 50 design applications and 5 copyright applications for both Indian and foreign applicants. Membership: AIPPI, APAA, IIPLA, GLA.
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Dr Shikha Tejswi
Founder · TEJSWI IP
India
Dr. Shikha Tejswi is a prominent IP attorney and registered Patent Agent in India, renowned for her expertise of 20+ years in patent drafting, filing and prosecution of patent applications in India and cross-border IP strategy. She is the founder and principal attorney of Tejswi IP, a firm she started in 2021, dedicated to Intellectual Property Services. She is a recipient of “IP Practitioner of the year award-2026” at Global Legal Association Summit 2026, Kuala-Lumpur. She holds a PhD in Chemistry, LLB., Postgraduate Diploma in IPR Law, and WIPO certificate courses. She also holds her patent in organic chemistry No. 314397 and has contributed to scientific publications. She is also a poet and authored some books on poetry both in Hindi and English. Recently she has delivered a lecture on “Strategic Patent Drafting” at CSIR-IIP, Dehradun. Tejswi IP specializes in patents across chemical/pharma, electronics, mechanical and software fields, etc, alongside trademarks, designs, copyrights, and geographical indications. The firm aims to make IP services accessible and affordable for Indian innovators, and startups/ small entity/educational universities. We have a team of skilled and experienced patent attorneys in different subject areas. In the last 4 years, we have filed around 150 patent applications viz., ordinary, conventional and PCT national phase applications, PCT applications, some are in prosecution stage, 70 trademark applications, 50 design applications and 5 copyright applications for both Indian and foreign applicants. Membership: AIPPI, APAA, IIPLA, GLA.
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Meet Soiab
Head of Legal Department · Sharaf Group
Soiab Khan
Head of Legal Department · Sharaf Group
United Arab Emirates
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Meet Ahmed
Legal Architect · Governance Strategist
Ahmed Zaki
Legal Architect · Governance Strategist
United Arab Emirates
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RK
Meet Rima
Senior Partner · Zaki Kamal Law Firm
1 session on the agenda
Rima Kamal
Senior Partner · Zaki Kamal Law Firm
United Arab Emirates
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Meet Espoir
CEO & Founder · MIBTACH
1 session on the agenda
Espoir Lufuma
CEO & Founder · MIBTACH
Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Meet Beatriz
Head of Global Data Privacy · NEC Corporation
1 session on the agenda
Beatriz Ruiz-Beato
Head of Global Data Privacy · NEC Corporation
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Meet Vinay
Co-Founder and Director · Mavendoer Group
1 session on the agenda
Vinay Bharadwaj
Co-Founder and Director · Mavendoer Group
Singapore
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MB
Meet Mahdi
Founder · MBZ Compliance
1 session on the agenda
Mahdi Barkabian Zanjani
Founder · MBZ Compliance
Netherlands
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MM
Meet Mehrdad
Global Senior Legal Counsel · SLB
1 session on the agenda
Mehrdad Molaei
Global Senior Legal Counsel · SLB
United Arab Emirates
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Meet Isha
Founder · Trayambak
Isha Sharma
Founder · Trayambak
India
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Meet Vivek
Vivek Doulatani is the Founder and CEO of Blu Halo, an IP strategy firm focused on building business-aligned intellectual property functions for technology companies. He works with founders, engineering teams, and leadership to integrate IP into product development, business strategy, and market expansion. With over 15 years of experience in intellectual property, Vivek has led the development of IP functions for startups and growth-stage companies across sectors such as mobility (land, air and space), energy, AI, and deep technology. His work focuses on moving beyond transactional patent filing toward building structured, globally aligned IP portfolios that support monetization, partnerships, and long-term competitive positioning. He works closely with startups to embed IP early in their journey—helping them avoid common pitfalls, align IP with product and business decisions, and build assets that directly influence valuation and scalability. As part of this, he applies structured innovation methodologies such as TRIZ and design for patentability (DFP) to enable engineering teams to identify high-value inventions and translate them into strong, defensible IP. Vivek brings a dual perspective as both an inventor and an IP professional. He has filed over 18 patents, with multiple grants, and understands firsthand how ideas evolve from concept to protected innovation. This allows him to effectively bridge the gap between inventors and IP strategy, embedding IP thinking directly into product development workflows. He is also an active investor in technology ventures, bringing a capital allocation lens to IP. His approach aligns IP strategy with investor expectations, diligence requirements, and long-term value creation. Vivek is recognized in the IAM Strategy 300 Global Leaders list (2025 and 2026) and was previously named among IAM’s Top 50 Emerging IP Players. He is a frequent speaker and contributor on IP strategy and innovation-led growth. He has a Masters in Space & Telecommunication Law, Masters in Intellectual Property Law, Masters in Automotive Engineering, and a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering.
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Vivek Doulatani
Founder & CEO · Blu Halo
India
Vivek Doulatani is the Founder and CEO of Blu Halo, an IP strategy firm focused on building business-aligned intellectual property functions for technology companies. He works with founders, engineering teams, and leadership to integrate IP into product development, business strategy, and market expansion. With over 15 years of experience in intellectual property, Vivek has led the development of IP functions for startups and growth-stage companies across sectors such as mobility (land, air and space), energy, AI, and deep technology. His work focuses on moving beyond transactional patent filing toward building structured, globally aligned IP portfolios that support monetization, partnerships, and long-term competitive positioning. He works closely with startups to embed IP early in their journey—helping them avoid common pitfalls, align IP with product and business decisions, and build assets that directly influence valuation and scalability. As part of this, he applies structured innovation methodologies such as TRIZ and design for patentability (DFP) to enable engineering teams to identify high-value inventions and translate them into strong, defensible IP. Vivek brings a dual perspective as both an inventor and an IP professional. He has filed over 18 patents, with multiple grants, and understands firsthand how ideas evolve from concept to protected innovation. This allows him to effectively bridge the gap between inventors and IP strategy, embedding IP thinking directly into product development workflows. He is also an active investor in technology ventures, bringing a capital allocation lens to IP. His approach aligns IP strategy with investor expectations, diligence requirements, and long-term value creation. Vivek is recognized in the IAM Strategy 300 Global Leaders list (2025 and 2026) and was previously named among IAM’s Top 50 Emerging IP Players. He is a frequent speaker and contributor on IP strategy and innovation-led growth. He has a Masters in Space & Telecommunication Law, Masters in Intellectual Property Law, Masters in Automotive Engineering, and a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering.
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Meet Amol
Dr. Amol Mahulkar is a dynamic leader and strategist at the intersection of technology, innovation, and intellectual property. Currently serving as the Head of Intellectual Property Services at Airbus (India), he plays a critical role in transforming raw ideas into the technologies that shape the future of aerospace. With a distinguished career spanning major global organizations including Airbus, Honeywell, BIRAC, and General Electric, Dr. Mahulkar brings extensive experience in supporting innovators, startups, and R&D teams. His expertise lies in leveraging intellectual property not merely as a protective measure, but as a strategic enabler for business growth and sustainable innovation. A passionate advocate for collaborative leadership and social innovation, Dr. Mahulkar is dedicated to empowering the next generation of inventors. He frequently shares his insights on how IP can drive technological advancement and create lasting impact, most recently taking the stage to deliver a TEDx talk titled "Enabling Dreams to Fly," where he discussed bridging the gap between concept and world-changing technology. At this conference, Dr. Mahulkar will draw on his deep industry knowledge to explore the strategic role of intellectual property in today's fast-paced innovation landscape. Attendees can expect actionable insights on how to build, manage, and leverage IP portfolios to foster collaboration, drive sustainability, and accelerate business success.
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Amol Mahulkar
Head of Intellectual Property Services · Airbus
India
Dr. Amol Mahulkar is a dynamic leader and strategist at the intersection of technology, innovation, and intellectual property. Currently serving as the Head of Intellectual Property Services at Airbus (India), he plays a critical role in transforming raw ideas into the technologies that shape the future of aerospace. With a distinguished career spanning major global organizations including Airbus, Honeywell, BIRAC, and General Electric, Dr. Mahulkar brings extensive experience in supporting innovators, startups, and R&D teams. His expertise lies in leveraging intellectual property not merely as a protective measure, but as a strategic enabler for business growth and sustainable innovation. A passionate advocate for collaborative leadership and social innovation, Dr. Mahulkar is dedicated to empowering the next generation of inventors. He frequently shares his insights on how IP can drive technological advancement and create lasting impact, most recently taking the stage to deliver a TEDx talk titled "Enabling Dreams to Fly," where he discussed bridging the gap between concept and world-changing technology. At this conference, Dr. Mahulkar will draw on his deep industry knowledge to explore the strategic role of intellectual property in today's fast-paced innovation landscape. Attendees can expect actionable insights on how to build, manage, and leverage IP portfolios to foster collaboration, drive sustainability, and accelerate business success.
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AS
Meet Amira
Founder & CEO · Time Guardian | Athar Finance
1 session on the agenda
Amira Soliman
Founder & CEO · Time Guardian | Athar Finance
United Arab Emirates
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DT
Meet Dr.
Group Legal Director Data privacy and protection · e&
1 session on the agenda
Dr. Thouraya MATHLOUTHI
Group Legal Director Data privacy and protection · e&
United Arab Emirates
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AB
Meet Aishani
Vice President and Senior Lawyer · Greenback Capital Limited
1 session on the agenda
Aishani Bidani
Vice President and Senior Lawyer · Greenback Capital Limited
United Arab Emirates
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DK
Meet Dema
Legal Counsel & Founder · DeMark IP
1 session on the agenda
Dema Khafaji
Legal Counsel & Founder · DeMark IP
United Arab Emirates
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AP
Meet Adam
European Patent attorney · Kancelaria EUPATENT.PL
1 session on the agenda
Adam Pawłowski
European Patent attorney · Kancelaria EUPATENT.PL
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PS
Meet Pavel
EPAM Law
1 session on the agenda
Pavel Sadovskiy
EPAM Law
Russia
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