NAPP Membership Town Hall

Description

Join NAPP leadership for an interactive Member Town Hall designed to connect, inform, and engage our growing community of patent practitioners. During this session, NAPP Board members and Committee Chairs will share organizational updates, highlight current initiatives, welcome new members, and discuss the continued growth and direction of the association.

Attendees will learn how to maximize the value of their NAPP membership through networking, education, volunteer opportunities, resources, and committee involvement. The session will also include live polls, member feedback opportunities, and an open Q&A discussion to help shape future programs and priorities.

Whether you are a longtime member or new to NAPP, this Town Hall is an opportunity to hear directly from leadership, connect with fellow members, and contribute your voice to the future of the organization.

Use this FORM to submit discussion topics for the panel in advance.

Learning Objectives

By attending this session, participants will be able to:

• Identify key NAPP initiatives, committee activities, and organizational priorities
• Recognize opportunities to maximize the value of NAPP membership through programs, resources, and engagement
• Understand current trends and growth within the NAPP community
• Explore ways to become more involved through committees, volunteering, networking, and educational offerings
• Provide feedback and input to NAPP leadership through live discussion and polling
• Connect with fellow members and gain insight into how others are leveraging NAPP membership in their professional development

Speakers

Dan Smith, NAPP President and Advocacy Committee Chair

Jennifer Bales, NAPP Secretary and Communication Committee Chair

Kirby Drake, NAPP Director and AMC Committee Chair

Rich Baker, NAPP Past-President and Advocacy Committee

Josh Snider, NAPP PDC Committee Chair

Dan Krueger, NAPP Case Law Committee Chair

Carol Wilhite, NAPP Executive Director, Member Discounts

Panel

Mike Carey, NAPP Treasurer

Anne Fahrni, NAPP Director

Xhavin Sinha, NAPP Director