Susan Tees (she/they)
IP Director, New Ventures BC
Susan joined New Ventures BC in 2024 to promote intellectual property initiatives in British Columbia, and is a veteran patent agent with experience in Canadian and US patent law and practice. She has over 30 years of experience, including establishing intellectual property portfolios and practices in several Canadian startups, patent preparation and prosecution, and acting as in-house counsel for two IPOs and one merger/acquisition.
Her technical experience includes biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, waste treatment, mobile phone applications, and personal health appliances.
Sessions
IPFEST
IP in focus: building the future of Protected Innovation
Intellectual property remains one of the most strategic — and often least understood — levers for securing growth, attracting investors, and standing out in the market.
This inspiring opening session sets the stage for the day: Why is IP more critical than ever? How is the ecosystem evolving? And what should tomorrow’s entrepreneurs be prioritizing now? See More.