The spotlight on high-profile cases and tales of espionage have drawn the attention of the C-suite to the importance of Trade Secrets. Virtual workforces, layoffs, economic changes, and foreign attacks on IT infrastructure have heightened the challenge of safeguarding trade secrets. Many companies need to thoroughly evaluate and implement a well-structured Trade Secrets initiative to secure their most valuable assets. How can breaches be prevented, and what actions can be taken if a breach occurs?

This panel will explore:
• Current state of the Trade Secrets landscape: risks posed by cyber-attacks, employees working from home, exiting employees, global expansion, and reduced patenting activity
• Analysis of DTSA and current case law
• Effective training and policies that go beyond compliance
• Managing damages in the event of a breach
• Strategies to prepare for economic uncertainty and future threats

Speakers:
Kim Jessum, Associate General Counsel, Chief IP Counsel U.S. & Secretary, Heraeus
Kenneth Corsello, US Trade Secret Counsel, IBM Corporation
Joseph Bonassar, General Counsel, Global, Dymax Corporation
Pejman F. Sharifi, Partner, Fox Rothschild LLP