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Trademarks, Patents and Design Protection presented by Toni Sims -  Iprima.

Thursday 11 March 2010   9am-1pm

This workshop sets out to be a practical plain English session, where questions are encouraged.  The goal is to make new and existing businesses aware of the specific issues they need to know about, and the options available to help them survive and grow.

In this workshop we will look at Intellectual Property Issues businesses are likely to encounter:

  • at startup
  • when expanding the business, and
  • during day to day running.

While the workshop will be tailored to those attending, some of the specific issues covered include:

  • Choosing a trading name or brand
  • Who Owns the Rights?
  • IP Strategies Allowing Your Business to Grow
  • IP as a Business Tool
  • Recognising your IP as a valuable workable asset

The presenter, Toni Sims, is a registered Patent Attorney with over 20 years experience.  During this time she has performed work from individuals through to multi-nationals, both in NZ and overseas.  These days she prefers to focus on the specific challenges which face small to medium businesses in New Zealand, and consequently well aware of the issues they face.  Further details can be found at www.iprima.biz

All attendees qualify for a personal coaching session with the presenter. Bookings can be made after the workshop.

Fully funded by New Zealand Trade and Enterprise.

To register please contact Robyn Robertson on Ph (07) 959 1623 or robyn@opportunityhamilton.co.nz

 

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 Hamilton is located close to both of New Zealand’s major ports at Auckland and Tauranga.  Three tertiary institutions, - The University of Waikato, Wintec and Te Wananga o Aotearoa are located in Hamilton.  The University of Waikato generates three percent of the region’s total revenue and nearly $1 billion for the New Zealand economy as a whole.  Hamilton is a student city, with more than 46,000 people in tertiary study.  The ultra fast broadband rollout has begun in Hamilton. It is expected to boost economic growth by 1.3%.  Hamilton's $68.4 million Claudelands Convention and Exhibition Centre includes a 5,000-capacity multipurpose indoor arena, 1,500-capacity conference centre and upgraded exhibition facilities.   Hamilton is the second fastest growing population centre in New Zealand behind Auckland.  Hamilton is New Zealand’s largest inland city, and fourth largest urban area.  Hamilton is on the main tourist route between Auckland and Taupo. Hamilton is the heart of the Waikato.  Hamilton has a land area of 98.6 km2 (New Zealand's smallest city in terms of land area).  The average age in Hamilton is 31.3 years compared to 35.9 years nationally.  Hamilton has a youthful population - around half of residents are under 30 years old.  Research and development plays an important part in Hamilton's economy - the city is home to more than 100 PhD scientists  Hamilton is known as New Zealand's science capital and is an ideal place to become involved with forward-thinking innovators.  Hamilton's sister cities are Sacramento, USA, Saitama, Japan and Wuxi in People's Republic of China.  Hamilton's location in New Zealand's growth triangle - Auckland, Waikato and Bay of Plenty - make it a hotbed of economic growth.  The website www.investwaikato.com matches global investors, suppliers or partners with Waikato business owners looking for connections.  Dairy farming is at the heart of the region, with today's agricultural developments centred on high-tech innovations within the biotechnology, new foods, sensor and software sectors.  The World Bank's Ease of Business Survey 2011 ranked New Zealand an impressive third of 138 OECD economies and first for both starting a business and protecting investors.  Waikato is known for equine excellence, with the highest number of horses per region in New Zealand.  Most horses bred in the region are for export, with thoroughbred horse exports totaling about $160 million annually.