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IP8 will participate in the 12th Annual IP Dealmakers Forum, held November 5–7, 2025, in Austin, Texas. Recognized as the gold standard for IP industry events, the Forum brings together leading executives, investors, and innovators, shaping the future of IP transactions. IP8 will showcase its AI-driven IP surveillance platform that delivers claim-by-claim, source-verified Evidence of Use reports to accelerate licensing and enforcement strategies. Attendees will gain insights into how continuous IP intelligence helps identify high confidence leads, strengthen portfolios, and drive monetization. Meet the IP8 team in Austin to see how AI is redefining IP strategy, value creation, and deal flow. 

February 8–11, 2026

AUTM Annual Meeting 2026

Seattle Convention Center – Arch
Seattle, Washington, USA

The AUTM Annual Meeting 2026, the flagship global event of the Association of University Technology Managers, brings together the world’s leading technology transfer and commercialization professionals. 

Recognized as the most influential gathering in academic innovation and tech transfer, the Annual Meeting serves as a central forum for universities, research institutions, government labs, startups, corporates, and service providers to exchange insights, build partnerships, and advance research commercialization. 

Gain Insights On 

  • Modern Technology Transfer Practices 
    Proven strategies for managing, licensing, and commercializing academic and institutional IP. 
  • Industry Partnerships & Deal Structuring 
    Building sustainable collaborations between universities, startups, corporates, and investors. 
  • Startup Creation & Spin-Out Success 
    Best practices for venture creation, founder engagement, and early-stage company growth. 
  • Policy, Compliance & IP Strategy 
    Navigating evolving legal, regulatory, and institutional frameworks impacting tech transfer. 

Why Attend 

  • Learn from 80+ educational sessions led by global experts in technology transfer and commercialization 
  • Connect with hundreds of innovation leaders from universities, research institutes, industry, and government 
  • Participate in high-value networking and deal-making conversations that move research toward real-world impact 
  • Access specialized courses and workshops, including options eligible for Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credit 
  • Engage both onsite and virtually through AUTM Connect, enabling meeting scheduling and year-round collaboration 

Who Should Attend 

  • University & Research Institution Technology Transfer Offices 
  • Corporate Innovation & Business Development Teams 
  • Startup Founders & Entrepreneurs 
  • IP & Legal Professionals 
  • Investors, Advisors & Commercialization Service Providers 

Connect with IP8 at the event and discuss how continuous IP surveillance and evidence-grade analytics can reshape your IP strategy from early opportunity identification to licensing and commercialization decisions.