This is the first in a series of virtual member-benefit events designed to provide 'bite size' education on a range of practical business and leadership development topics. During this session, Joan Simunic, PhD, J.D. - an attorney with extensive experience in intellectual property law including patent prosecution, trademark prosecution, freedom to practice analyses, non-infringement analyses, intellectual property licensing, complex joint development contract negotiation, patent infringement litigation support, and M&A due diligence analyses. Will talk about issues to consider and ways to identify intellectual property issues that might arise in food and hospitality businesses, how to spot potential IP problems and when to seek legal support.

You'll be provided with the Zoom link when you RSVP. While this event is for LDKY members, a limited number of member guests will be permitted with prior approval. E-mail Melissa Richards-Person at admin@getathirdarm.com or lesdamesky@gmail.com with guest name, guest food, restaurant or hospitality industry affiliation. Guests will be asked to make a $5 donation to Les Dames Kentucky's philanthropy