The Go Succeed Start team hosts this 'How to Get a Patent and Why' masterclass, designed to demystify intellectual property (IP) and guide you through the essentials of safeguarding innovation.

In this 90-minute session, you’ll gain a clear understanding of the different types of intellectual property rights - from patents and trademarks to design rights and copyright - and learn how each can help protect your creative and commercial interests.

This masterclass will:

• Break down key IP concepts and the terminology every innovator should know
• Explain what patents cover and how they differ from other forms of IP protection
• Show you how to apply for a patent and what to consider before filing
• Highlight common pitfalls and challenges, so you can avoid costly mistakes
• Share practical insights into when and why patent protection makes strategic sense

Whether you’re developing a new product, refining an invention, or simply want to understand how to secure your competitive edge, this session will equip you with the foundational knowledge to make informed IP decisions.

By the end of the masterclass, you’ll know:

• The main types of IP protection available
• When a patent is the right option for you
  
• How to navigate the patenting process effectively
  
• How to spot and avoid common IP traps

This Go Succeed workshop is open to all individuals in the early stages of their business, throughout Northern Ireland, and is facilitated by Enterprise Northern Ireland.

Registration instructions: This event is free for individuals and will be hosted online via MS Teams.  Please note, your email confirmation, Live Stream link and access code will come from noreply@glistrr.com, please add this to your list of trusted accounts to prevent information landing in your junk folder. 

Accessibility: Should you require any reasonable adjustments for this online masterclass, please get in touch with enievents@enterpriseni.com. 

This workshop is brought to you as part of Go Succeed NI.  Go Succeed represents a significant investment in local entrepreneurs and businesses, funded by the UK Government.