Harnessing IP – Getting it right from the get-go; a workshop with Jessica Bent, Keystone Law
BCI Workshop
When you’re running a busy agency, or if you’re a freelancer getting engaged on projects, you might not be thinking about intellectual property. Many people don’t, but harnessing your intellectual property (IP) from the get-go is important for monetising it – and to steer clear of legal risks such as intellectual property breach or contract breach.
This session will look at how different IP rights come into existence, who owns them automatically, what rights to use might exist and how best to govern matters with contractual frameworks. It will look closely at using contractors and employees, with real life case studies, highlighting how lost opportunities can easily arise. IP collaborations will be un-picked, identifying what went wrong at the start, and how that can be put right.
In the context of ownership, the implications of AI will be discussed so you know how to deploy it to your best advantage.
This session will equip you with an understanding of what IP you might develop, whether in a business context or as a freelancer. With real life case studies, it will help you navigate what you need to do from the get-go to maximise the value of your IP assets, and avoid pitfalls.
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You’ll be able to spot your IP and that of others, work out how best to manage that situation so that you can better maximise and monetise the life blood of your business. As a freelancer, you’ll gain a better understanding of key IP rights and what you need to look out for when working with businesses.
This session will be useful for any creative business to ensure they are aware of the intellectual property and legal issues when using freelancers, suppliers or collaborating with others. It will equally be useful for individuals that are freelancers in the creative industries.
Jessica is an intellectual property and technology specialist and Partner at Keystone Law. She deals with IP, technology and contracts for creative and tech businesses .
Jessica’s experience includes advising businesses on all types of IP and IT contracts such as rights agreements, licensing, R&D and collaborations as well as data protection issues.
Her expertise on IP matters includes brand management and trade mark registrations, copyright matters including clearance and advice on infringement, patents and know-how including R&D and collaboration agreements.
Jessica regularly delivers workshops and lectures to businesses and universities on IP and technology matters.
Bristol Creative Industries is the membership network that supports the region's creative sector to learn, grow and connect, driven by the common belief that we can achieve more collectively than alone.
From accidental manager to confident leader: a workshop with Fi Craig
9.30am
-1pm
adm-Indicia, 40 Queen Square, Bristol, BS1 4QP
BCI Workshop
Accidental managers are usually first-time people managers who’ve been thrown in at the deep end – still doing their old job while figuring out how to manage people through trial and error.
If someone on your team has just stepped into management, they’re probably juggling people and projects, wearing two hats, and figuring it out as they go. That’s exactly why this Accidental Managers half-day workshop exists.
Join Fi Craig to feel confident leading people, define your own version of good management, and gain practical frameworks to guide you as you figure the rest out. Gain confidence and simple tools to start leading a team effectively straight away.
EntreConf 2026 – Day 1
9:00
-17:00
Watershed, Canon's Road, Bristol, UK
Conference
EntreConf is back for two days across June 17-18 2026 at The Watershed with a whole host of fresh inspiration and for entrepreneurs, scale-ups and established businesses alike.
Bristol Creative Industries Members’ Lunch
12.30pm
-2.30pm
The Square Club, 15 Berkeley Square, Bristol, BS8 1HB
BCI Networking
The BCI members’ lunch is an opportunity for a small group of members to connect and exchange information about their businesses. The BCI team chair and host the session which is open to all current members.
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