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2025: Fearless IP Finds Its Place in Making World-Class IP Monetisation Tangible
In 2025, our founder Sonja London was able to dedicate her focus to building Fearless IP and bringing her decades of in-house experience to companies ready to take their IP assets to another level.
This year, Fearless IP established its place in the world of IP strategy and licensing.
Technology Licensing vs Patent Licensing: What’s the Difference?
When companies talk about licensing, the terms technology licensing and patent licensing often get blurred together. Both are about giving another party the right to use something valuable, but they operate in very different ways.
Understanding the difference is not just a legal detail. It can define whether a licensing strategy works, whether it brings in meaningful revenue, and whether the licensee can actually use what they have paid for.
Making Licensing Tangible – What Makes Technology Licensable?
Not every technology can, or should, be licensed. But when licensing is on the table, one key question always comes up: Is this technology actually licensable?
In this article I go through what traits can make technology licensable in the first place. It’s not just about how good your invention is. It’s about how complete, protected, usable, and relevant it is—for someone else.
What a Global Telco Learned About SEP Value – And What You Can Too
Intellectual property is a critical lever for competitive advantage and long-term value creation. Yet, even enterprises with substantial R&D legacies frequently fail to extract the full economic potential of their portfolios. Standard Essential Patents illustrate this challenge. These assets, fundamental to industry standards, may remain underexploited, their licensing value hidden by complexity and inattention.
This blog examines the case of a global telecommunications leader that systematically activated dormant SEP assets.
When to License Technology or Patents – Strike When Your IP Is Hot
One of the most common triggers is that something of value was developed, but is no longer used internally. Think of technologies tied to discontinued products, or tools developed for internal use that others might find useful. These assets just sit there, protected by IP, costing money to maintain, yet creating no value.
That's your signal. But it’s not the only one.
Building the Future of LESI Together!
As we approach the end of my presidency, it is time to reflect on our collective achievements and set our sights on the future we are building—together. This year has been nothing short of transformational—for LESI as an organization, and for me personally.
Driving Industry of Innovation: How LESI Creates Opportunities for Technology and IP-Heavy Sectors
In industries where intellectual property (IP) and technology are the lifeblood of innovations such as high-tech, pharmaceuticals, automotive, IoT, electronics, chemicals, and energy—the effective management and strategic use of IP assets can make or break success. The Licensing Executives Society International (LESI) has long recognized this and is committed to empowering these industries through its global network, professional development opportunities, and thought leadership.
Power of LES Committees – Why They Are Remarkable and Why Should You Join?
Are you curious about how global innovation thrives? Ever wonder who shapes the frameworks and conversations that drive intellectual property (IP) forward? Let’s talk about LES Committees, the backbone of Licensing Executives Society International (LESI). These dynamic groups are more than committees; they are communities of passionate professionals reshaping the way we think about IP, licensing, and technology.
Building Connections and Expertise: How LESI Helps IP Professionals Succeed Globally
In today’s fast-changing global economy, the effective management and commercialization of intellectual property (IP) is more important than ever. The Licensing Executives Society International (LESI) plays a leading role in this space, providing valuable resources and opportunities for its members. LESI’s mission is clear: “to enable a global, collaborative, and generous community, advancing the commercialization of intellectual assets to bring creativity and innovation to the market, improving lives everywhere.”
President’s Message to LESI Global News
I am excited to share the remarkable progress we have made together as a global community and highlight the path ahead. This year has been demonstrating the power of collaboration and living through our Vision and Mission. I want to celebrate the achievements we’ve accomplished so far while reinforcing the priorities that will drive us toward a successful conclusion of this term.