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 […]
Strategic Planning
Technical Expert Insights on Strategic Patenting
Whether you are building your portfolio with new patents, looking to enter new markets or looking to monetize, it is critical to have a well thought out strategy. Starting with some basic questions; what’s in our portfolio now? Where do we want IP protection in the future? Where are the markets going? Asking these questions, […]
The Importance of a Multi-Disciplinary Team When Analyzing, Valuing, and Transacting Technology and IP-Rich Companies
Historically, the roles of the appraiser, technologist, and investment banker were separate and unrelated functions in the deal-making process. However, as the global economy continues its decades-long transition from asset-heavy manufacturing to an intellectual property (IP) driven knowledge-based economy, the need for collaboration among these roles has become imperative to the comprehensive analysis of corporate […]