Countdown to Food Summit!
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Event Name
Protect Your Story: Food, Culture, and IP Summit
Organizer(s)
Michelson Institute for Intellectual Property
in partnership with the Los Angeles Food Policy Council
Location
Destination Crenshaw, Los Angeles
5444 Crenshaw Blvd #100, Los Angeles, CA 90043
Date and Time
Date: November 7th
Event Time
11 AM to 4 PM- Main Event Agenda
4 PM to 6 PM- Social Hour
Booth Setup Time (subject to change):
Starts at 8 AM on November 7th
This is when the organizers will begin setting up the venue, ensuring everything is ready before attendees arrive.
Attendance Estimation: 150-300 people, rotating through the day
For questions: email Whitley at [email protected].
Event Overview: Explore the Intersection of IP, Culture, and Food: The event aims to highlight how intellectual property can be applied in the culinary world, particularly through the stories of immigrant communities.
Highlight Immigrant Success Stories: The summit will showcase how traditional recipes can be transformed into successful businesses through the protection of IP.
Discuss Community Impact: It will address how IP can affect diverse culinary communities in Los Angeles, particularly in relation to immigrant populations.
Keynote Speaker:
*To be announced*
A prominent figure will deliver a keynote address, setting the tone for the event and addressing key themes related to food and IP.
Panels:
Storytelling through Food:
Panelists (To Be Announced). IP in Food and Culture: This panel will explore how food narratives are tied to intellectual property rights.
Evolution of the Food Industry:
Panelists (To Be Announced). Food and Tech: A discussion on how technology is changing the food industry, including potential partnerships with companies like Sweetgreen and Everytable.
Protecting Your Stories: Panelists (To Be Announced). IP Enforcement: This panel will focus on the importance of enforcing intellectual property rights to protect culinary stories and innovations.
Happy Hour Details:
Networking Event: Attendees will have the opportunity to network while enjoying food from 2-3 local vendors, fostering connections within the community.
Organizers