The I2I seminar series, an initiative of Georgetown’s OTC, aims to enhance engagement, build strategic alliances, and disseminate vital information about translating research breakthroughs into tangible solutions. These events aim to cultivate a dynamic and inclusive environment for entrepreneurship within the GU community and beyond.
Upcoming Seminars:
OTC Seminar Series – I2I – What is a Patent Portfolio and why should you care?
Innovation 2 Impact (I2I) – OTC Seminar Series
Join us as we welcome our speaker, Derrik D. Rowe,a partner in the Washington, D.C., office of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, where his practice focuses on patent prosecution and counseling designed to help clients protect their intellectual property rights. Derrick will lead an insightful seminar designed for researchers, inventors, and graduate students who want to navigate the complex process of developing a patent portfolio to support their entrepreneurial endeavors. Wednesday, September 25th, 2024 – 12 pm to 1:30 pm EDT
OTC Seminar Series – I2I – Introduction to Lean Innovation and the NSF I-Corps Program
Innovation 2 Impact (I2I) – OTC Seminar Series
Join us as we welcome our speaker, Bob Smith, the Director of I-Corps at GW, where he manages the strategic direction of GW’s I-Corps and Global Lean Startup programs. Bob will lead us through the Innovator’s Journey, Lean Startup methodologies, and NSF I-Corps grant program and process. Thursday, July 18th, 2024 – 12 pm to 1:30 pm EDT
OTC Seminar Series – I2I – Communicating with Impact: The Transition from Academia to Business
Innovation 2 Impact (I2I) – OTC Seminar Series
Join us as we welcome our speaker, Otto Pohl, a startup communications strategist who helps entrepreneurs accelerate their impact. If you are considering turning your research into a startup, Otto will lead a fast-paced webinar that will help you tell your story better so you can succeed faster. Thursday, June 20, 2024 – 12 pm to 1 pm EDT
OTC Seminar Series – I2I – Why is Entrepreneurship as American as Apple Pie?
Relaunching the Innovation 2 Impact (I2I) Seminar Series
Join us as we welcome our speaker, Elena Koustova (OTIPI/NIDA), who will share insights on the critical role of entrepreneurship in realizing scientific discoveries. With over 25 years of experience in translational research, Elena will underscore how scientific breakthroughs can only reach their full potential through active execution. Wednesday, May 29, 2024 – 11:30 am to 1:30 pm EDT
