Mentors

Intellectual Property Ontario (IPON) clients have the opportunity to be matched with mentors who range from scaling successful start-ups, to managing research and development for Fortune 500 companies. With lived IP and commercialization experience, they are familiar with the challenges and opportunities that our clients face in their unique IP journeys.

Coupled with our IP education, IPON’s mentorship program brings tailored leadership and guidance for our clients as they develop IP strategies and secure strong market positions. Check out this month’s featured mentors below!

Chris Adams

Managing Director, Adams Hamilton 

Stephen Robert Bacso

President, Waterloo Analytics

Leonora Hoicka

Retired IBM Intellectual Property Law Executive

Ryan Burgio

Managing Partner, Stryve Digital Marketing

Michael A. Pierantozzi

Founder / Principal Consultant, Andiamo Associates

Avi Pollock

President, Avi Pollock Ventures