We are thrilled to share the exciting news that Ms. Jennifer Che, our President and Managing Director, has been once again recognized on the IAM Strategy 300: The World's Leading IP Strategists of the year for 2025.


The IAM Strategy 300 is a guide to the pioneers in the industry. It recognizes individuals who are “leading the way in developing and implementing strategies that maximize the value of IP portfolios.” Individuals are nominated by the community, and only those identified by market sources for their “exceptional skill sets and profound insights into patent matters” are featured in the IAM Strategy 300. Jennifer's inclusion on this list underscores her outstanding credentials and unique strengths.


With a robust 20-year career as a scientist, patent attorney, and executive, Jennifer has helped numerous companies, institutions, inventors, and start-ups devise effective global intellectual property (IP) strategies. She excels at crafting integrated IP solutions that involve technical, regulatory, and long-range business needs. Jennifer's extensive experience in the U.S. and Greater China gives her a distinctive strategic eye for navigating complex cross-border IP challenges.


Jennifer is a highly regarded speaker and regularly gives talks in Hong Kong, Mainland China, the US, and around the world. She is also the founder and a frequent author of the blog chinapatentstrategy.com.
Please join us in congratulating Jennifer on this well-deserved recognition. Her expertise and dedication to her work make her an invaluable asset to our team and our clients.

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