As part of its ongoing commitment to support innovation-driven entrepreneurship, the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is launching a One-Day IP Workshop for Startups, to be held during VivaTech 2025 in Paris.
This initiative offers 10 selected innovative startups the opportunity to participate in tailored, one-on-one IP strategy sessions with WIPO and IP experts, based on their own WIPO IP Diagnostics Report.
What Startups Will Gain:
- A 30–45-minute private session with a team of WIPO and IP specialists
- Personalized insights based on each startup’s WIPO IP Diagnostics Report
- Tools and strategies to develop an IP roadmap aligned with their business goals
- Access to WIPO’s IP for Business tools and resources
- WIPO will cover the VivaTech entrance fee
Who Can Apply:
- Startups with an innovative product/service
- Willing to complete a short WIPO IP Diagnostics process
- committed to integrating IP into their business strategy
- With a confirmed representative in Paris during VivaTech 2025*
*This is an in-person workshop and selected participants are expected to be onsite during VivaTech in Paris.
How It Works:
Selected startups will:
1. Attend a virtual onboarding session introducing WIPO IP Diagnostics
2. Generate WIPO IP Diagnostics reports
3. Receive a scheduled, in-person consultation with WIPO and IP experts at VivaTech
4. Leave with practical advice and a tailored assessment to guide their IP journey
How to Apply:
Startups interested in participating must apply by May 23, 2025. Selection will be made on a first-come, first-served basis, with only 10 slots available.