Today, Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held released The Business of Brand Value: A Practical Guide, providing actionable understanding of the drivers of brand value. The Business of Brand Value: A Practical Guide, provides a comprehensive framework for understanding, measuring, and monetizing brand value. Motivated by inconsistencies across existing brand valuation guidance, the report […]
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Former FDA Economist Dr. Nikki Tavasoli Joins Ocean Tomo, a Part of J.S. Held
I am pleased to announce today that former FDA Economist Dr. Nikki Tavasoli, PhD, has joined Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held. Dr. Tavasoli is an economist specializing in the application of econometric modeling, machine learning, and causal inference to high-stakes regulatory matters. Dr. Tavasoli’s Expertise With experience at the U.S. Food and Drug […]
Protecting Intellectual Property Through AI Governance Frameworks
AI systems are composed of three foundational components: data, compute, and algorithms. As we discuss in AI as IP™, among the three foundational components of AI, data often stands out as the most fundamental and valuable. High-quality, relevant, and contemporaneous data can significantly reduce reliance on complex algorithms and expensive computer resources. In many cases, data […]
AI as IP™: A Framework for Boards, Executives, and Investors
This article is the second installment in our three-part series, Artificial Intelligence as Intellectual Property or “AI as IP™”, which explores how artificial intelligence assets should be treated as a form of intellectual property and enterprise capital. The first article, “A Strategic Framework for the Legal Profession”, explored the legal foundations for recognizing and protecting […]
Increasing Exit Multiples: IP and AI Asset Management in M&A Transactions
| The article was originally published in The M&A Journal, Vol. 24 No. 8. The protection and management of intellectual property (IP) assets and artificial intelligence (AI) resources during company sale processes have evolved from ancillary considerations to critical value drivers that can significantly influence EBITDA valuation multiples and overall transaction success. As we […]
The Role that Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and Public Perception Play in Mitigating Concerns of Investors in the Nuclear Space
Introduction One of the key drivers for the development of next-generation nuclear fission reactors—such as small modular reactors (SMRs) and micro-reactors—is the influx of capital from investors. However, some investors have been concerned. Georgia’s Vogtle, the last commercial nuclear reactor in the US, cost over $30 billion and taken decades to complete, plagued by budget […]
IP License Strategy & Optimization – The Practical Crash Course
In today’s competitive innovation economy, optimizing intellectual property and intangible asset (IP) licenses is crucial for maximizing value and ensuring sustainable growth for businesses of all shapes and sizes. When done strategically and properly, licensing can be a powerful tool for companies to unlock and optimize the value of their IP assets through collaborative innovation […]
Ocean Tomo, a Part of J.S. Held Experts Recognized Among World’s Leading Intellectual Property Strategists
Nine experts from Ocean Tomo are recognized among the World’s Leading Intellectual Property (IP) Strategists. The IAM Strategy 300 is a guide to the pioneers in the IP industry, recognizing those who innovatively create and implement strategies that support IP as a critical business asset. What sets Ocean Tomo apart is our integrated four corridors […]