Meetup #3 - IP for Innovators: Securing your competitive edge
Date: 20 May, 2025
Location: TBC

Your ideas and innovations are the backbone of your tech business – but how do you protect them? In this third session of Waipā Tech Meetups, we’ll tackle the world of intellectual property (IP) and give you an insight into how to protect your key intangible assets.

We'll be joined by leading IP expert, Kate Wilson, as she breaks down the essentials of IP for tech businesses, covering topics such as identifying valuable IP, strategies for protection, and avoiding common pitfalls. This is a must-attend for any entrepreneur or business owner looking to safeguard the assets that make their business unique.

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What is Waipā Tech Meetups?

This is a brand-new initiative brought to you by Rocketspark, Soda Inc., and the Waipā District Council.

Waipā Tech Meetups is a series of events, designed to bring Waipā-based tech businesses together for insights from local tech experts (or "tech-sperts"). Expect practical tips and techniques, opportunities to network with like-minded businesses, and drinks and nibbles in a casual, welcoming atmosphere.

📍 Who’s it for?
Tech businesses and budding entrepreneurs in the Waipā region.

📅 What’s on offer?

Key note speakers to talk through the latest tech-related skills and trends
Networking opportunities with local businesses
A relaxed environment with refreshments