Building a robust IP program requires successful engagement and working relationships with inventors and research organizations. Panelists will offer strategies and practices to engage and incentivize inventors to increase patent filings and protect intellectual property. They will share tips for working within R&D culture to define innovation, identify and document patentable inventions and enlist inventor support and collaboration in protecting the company in the context of third-party engagements. Materials will include sample presentations and training materials for educating research organizations.