Invention-Con SF: Innovation & Funding (Founders Bay x USPTO)

​Join us for Invention-Con San Francisco, CA, hosted by Founders Bay and the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). This exciting event is designed for inventors, creators, and entrepreneurs who want to learn, connect, and grow. Whether you're just starting or looking to take your ideas to the next level, this event is for you.

​Agenda

​4:00 – 4:45 PM -Registration, Networking, and Resource Tables
Meet other attendees and explore resources to help you with your journey.

​5:00 PM - Welcome & Introduction
Speaker: Mariane Bekker, Founder of Women Founders Bay

​5:10 – 6:00 PM - Intellectual Property Basics
Learn the essentials of protecting your ideas.
Speakers: Christine Nelson (USPTO) and Deepak Dashairya (USPTO)

​6:00 – 6:40 PM - 1:1 Discussion: Practical Strategies for Using Intellectual Property

Moderator: Mary Fuller, USPTO

​6:40 – 6:50 PM - Networking/Break

​6:50 – 7:30 PM - Funding Sources for Startups
Learn about ways to fund your startup from a panel of experts.
Moderator: Mariane Bekker
Panelists: Ron Gelphman (Small Business Development Center), representatives from FedTech and SBA San Francisco

​7:30 – 8:30 PM- Closeout/Networking Reception
Wrap up the day with more networking and connections.