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Proud to Represent Firstboard.io at Davos 2026 đ
Iâm honored to be joining the Firstboard.io delegation in Davos this month, representing a community of technology leaders working to shape a more inclusive, innovative, and sustainable future. As a founder, board advisor, and IP strategist, I spend much of my time at the intersection of law and technologyâtranslating complex innovation and regulatory challenges into actionable strategies for growth. The theme of this yearâs World Economic ForumâA Spirit of Dialogueâcouldnât
Jan 162 min read
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Women Shaping the Future of Global Leadership
A Spirit of Dialogue in Action At Davos 2026, conversations about responsible leadership and global cooperation arenât just happening on center stageâtheyâre being shaped in spaces like the WIN Lounge, a global platform hosted by the Women Inspiring Network . This year, Iâm honored to be invited to speak at the WIN Lounge on âFuture of Capital: Funding inclusive innovation and purpose-led ventures,â on January 22, at the WIN Lounge . The invitation is personal, but the purpos
Jan 153 min read
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You Can Learn Patent DraftingâBut Strategy Needs Experience
The WIPO Patent Drafting Manual is an essential resource. But patents alone donât fully protect ideasâstrategy does. Strong patents donât just protect innovationâthey shape how innovation scales. Thatâs why a well-written patent isnât just legal paperwork. Itâs a strategic asset. For founders, general counsel, and technical teams looking to deepen their understanding of patent fundamentals, the WIPO Patent Drafting Manual  remains one of the most comprehensive global resource
Nov 19, 20252 min read
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Sovereign AI and the New Data Divide
I will be attending the World Economic Forum in Davos this January, where  Firstboard.io  is convening conversations at the intersection of governance, innovation, and inclusive leadership. As part of this article series leading up to the Annual Meeting, Iâm exploring the questions and tensions boards must navigate as artificial intelligence reshapes the global economy. This week: Sovereign AI and the emerging data divide. AI Is BorderlessâBut the Future of Data Isnât Artif
Nov 12, 20253 min read
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IP Without Borders: Protecting Innovation in a Fractured Global System
Iâll be attending the World Economic Forum in Davos this January, where Firstboard.io  is hosting a private gathering of global technology and governance leaders to explore how boardrooms can shape a safer, more inclusive AI future. As part of this thought leadership series, Iâm exploring the legal challenges and board-level responsibilities emerging from todayâs global innovation landscape. Innovation Doesnât Respect BordersâBut IP Laws Still Do We live in a paradox: innovat
Nov 6, 20253 min read
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Enabling Innovation through Public-Private Dialogue
Iâll be attending the World Economic Forum in Davos this January, where Firstboard.io is hosting conversations at the intersection of governance, innovation, and inclusive leadership. In the lead-up to the event, Iâm sharing a series of articles exploring how boards can play a catalytic role in shaping our AI-powered futureâstarting with one of the most essential enablers of global progress: public-private dialogue. Innovation doesnât happen in isolation. It emerges from fr
Nov 1, 20252 min read
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Enabling Innovation: How Boards Can Manage Risk and Growth
Innovation is no longer optional for companies that want to lead, scale, or survive in todayâs market. But for many boards, the idea of overseeing innovation raises more concerns than excitement. New initiatives often arrive bundled with uncertainty, speed, and a lack of precedentânot precisely the ingredients most directors look for when fulfilling fiduciary duties. But hereâs the paradox: in avoiding innovation risk, boards may be inviting something far worseâstrategic stag
Oct 20, 20252 min read
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Global IP Strategy for Multinational Boards
What directors need to know to safeguard innovation and growth across borders Why Global IP Strategy Deserves a Spot on the Board Agenda When a company grows across bordersâthrough acquisition, new markets, or research hubsâits intellectual property strategy must evolve just as quickly. Yet many boards still approach IP as a jurisdiction-by-jurisdiction issue, or worse, as a function of contracts alone. In todayâs interconnected world, that approach creates risk. IP laws vary
Oct 15, 20252 min read
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Board Oversight in AI-Driven Companies
Generative AI has moved from labs and pilot programs to core business strategy. Boards of directorsâwhether in tech, healthcare, finance,...
Oct 9, 20253 min read
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Reputation at Risk: IP Lessons for Todayâs Boards
Intellectual property issues used to be buried in licensing agreements, legal memos, and back-office negotiations. Today, theyâre...
Oct 1, 20252 min read
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Spotlighting Founders Who Are Building Whatâs Next
This past Friday, the Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs (HAE) community gathered at Harvard Medical Schoolâs Martin Conference Center for an...
Sep 21, 20252 min read
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When to Involve Legal Counsel at the Board Level
One of the most common questions I hear from board members and executives is: âAt what point should we loop in legal?â Too early, and...
Sep 9, 20253 min read
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What Boards Need to Know About IP Risk in Strategic Partnerships
In an era of rapid innovation and global collaboration, strategic partnerships are more crucial than ever for business growth. Whether...
Sep 9, 20253 min read
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Landmark AI Copyright Ruling: What Bartz v. Anthropic Means for Creators and Innovators
A pivotal federal court decision in  Bartz v. Anthropic  is reshaping our understanding of AI, training data, and copyright law. At its...
Sep 9, 20253 min read
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Cross-Border IP Strategies for Global Startups
Protecting Innovation Across the U.S.âIndia Corridor For startups with global ambitions, protecting innovation doesnât stop at home. In...
Sep 9, 20253 min read
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AI for Good: Navigating the Legal Challenges of Ethical AI
As both a startup advisor and an angel investor focused on ethical innovation, Iâm often in the room when founders wrestle with tough...
Sep 9, 20253 min read
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Artificial Intelligence and Intellectual Property: Navigating the Legal Grey Zones
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to advance at a breathtaking pace, the legal frameworks that govern intellectual property (IP)...
Aug 19, 20253 min read
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Navigating Patent Prosecution in Emerging Technologies: Securing IP Rights in AI, AR/VR, and Clean Tech
In todayâs rapidly evolving innovation landscape, emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), Augmented and Virtual Reality...
Aug 19, 20253 min read
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Cross-Border IP Strategies for Global Startups
Protecting Innovation Across the U.S.âIndia Corridor For startups with global ambitions, protecting innovation doesnât stop at home. In...
Jun 30, 20253 min read
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What A U.S.âIndia Trade Agreement Could Mean for Cross-Border IP Strategy and Tech Innovation
As the U.S. and India move closer to finalizing a comprehensive bilateral trade agreement, the global business and legal communities are...
Jun 22, 20253 min read
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