Making Your IP Appealing to Investors
Making intellectual property (IP) appealing to investors requires more than owning patents. Investors want confidence that your IP is strong, enforceable, well-managed, and aligned with your business strategy.
In this practical webinar, IP attorneys John Harmon and John Hovestadt of Wolf Greenfield will outline concrete steps companies can take to strengthen their IP position and present it credibly during investor discussions, diligence, and fundraising.
FORGE is proud to host this session for startups and product innovators, focusing on real-world IP issues that can either build investor confidence or quietly derail fundraising and growth.
What you’ll learn
- How to ensure clear ownership and control of intellectual property
- Strategies for building robust patent portfolios and protecting trade secrets
- Common IP formalities and compliance pitfalls that can undermine valuation or raise red flags during diligence
Event details
📅 February 25
🕥 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM (ET)
💻 Online event
Who should attend
Startup founders, product innovators, executives, engineers, and business leaders preparing for fundraising, partnerships, or acquisition discussions where IP plays a critical role.
About the speakers
John Harmon provides comprehensive intellectual property counseling to clients across industry and academia, ranging from venture-backed startups to large corporations and research institutions. His practice includes patent prosecution, product clearance and freedom-to-operate analysis, diligence, licensing and agreements, and broader IP strategy. John has worked across a wide range of technologies, including medical devices, additive manufacturing, robotics, materials science, battery systems, and renewable energy. He helps organizations align IP strategy with business objectives, investor expectations, and long-term growth.
John Hovestadt is an associate at Wolf Greenfield, where his practice focuses on patent prosecution and strategic IP counseling in the mechanical arts. He has particular experience with materials, plastics, and aerospace technologies, and works closely with clients to secure and manage patent protection for innovative products and manufacturing processes. John advises companies on patentability, portfolio development, and IP strategy that supports commercialization and overall business goals.
Whether you are preparing for your first investor pitch or navigating later-stage diligence, this webinar will help you understand how investors evaluate IP and how to position yours for maximum impact.