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Volunteers of the Say No to Drugs Association of Brussels bring the truth about crack and other harmful substances to the Percusounds Festival August 25-27 at Place de la Monnaie in the heart of Brussels.

Volunteers of the Say No to Drugs Association of Brussels bring the truth about crack and other harmful substances to the Percusounds Festival August 25-27 at Place de la Monnaie in the heart of Brussels.

Sharing vital information about crack cocaine to help counter the rising use of this dangerous drug

Sharing vital information about crack cocaine to help counter the rising use of this dangerous drug

Volunteers of Say No to Drugs Brussels know the value of drug prevention and are eager to share it with other concerned individuals and groups to counter the use of crack cocaine in the city.

Volunteers of Say No to Drugs Brussels know the value of drug prevention and are eager to share it with other concerned individuals and groups to counter the use of crack cocaine in the city.

Sharing vital information with visitors to the Say No to Drugs booth

Sharing vital information with visitors to the Say No to Drugs booth

Drug prevention is more vital in Brussels than ever before, says Say No to Drugs Association, a nonprofit sponsored by the Churches of Scientology.

BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, September 6, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — The use of crack has exploded in Brussels over the past few years, especially among the homeless. And dealers, seeking new customers, hang out around local schools to lure kids into its use. The fact is, however, that those experimenting with this substance can become addicted the first time they try it.

Say No to Drugs President Julie Delvaux says the importance of drug prevention is still grossly underestimated. “It is vital to inform young people, parents and teachers about the truth about drugs,” she says.

To reach out to youth before the dealers do, the Say No to Drugs Association of Brussels brought their drug education and prevention initiative to the popular Percusounds Festival in the heart of Brussels August 25-27, sharing the unvarnished truth about drugs with those attending.

New police data released by the Belgian Ministry of the Interior shows that the Brussels neighborhood of Saint-Gilles has become a hotspot for crime. And according to a recent article in Politico, “survey data from Transit, a local help center and shelter for people with drug and alcohol addiction, found that crack was the most consumed substance among hard drug takers in 2022, used by 67 percent of people surveyed.”

Crack is the crystal form of cocaine. According to the Foundation for a Drug-Free World’s Truth About Cocaine booklet, crack is not only the drug’s most potent form, it is also the riskiest.

The Say No to Drugs Association distributes information kits containing 14 booklets on the most commonly abused substances, from crack and cocaine to heroin, marijuana and prescription drugs.

Throughout the weekend, the Say No to Drugs festival booth was filled with parents, children and teens, social workers, teachers and representatives of other nonprofits asking for more information, wishing to partner with the association, and taking materials to use in their own drug-prevention activities.

Volunteers handed out more than 10,000 Truth About Drugs booklets over the weekend.

Active in Belgium for more than 20 years, the Say No to Drugs Association, sponsored by the Church of Scientology, is the Brussels chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World.

Contact Julie Delvaux for more information on Say No to Drugs Brussels, at [email protected] or [email protected].

For those wishing to learn how they can help their communities stem the tide of drug use and addiction, Scientology Network features episodes of the original series Voices for Humanity showcasing drug prevention activists who use the Truth About Drugs campaign. Scientology Network is available on DIRECTV Channel 320, DIRECTV STREAM, AT&T U-verse and can be streamed at www.Scientology.tv, on mobile apps and via the Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV platforms. The network has been viewed in 240 countries and territories worldwide in 17 languages, satisfying the curiosity of people about the Scientology religion, Founder L. Ron Hubbard, the religion’s beliefs and practices, and the humanitarian and social betterment programs the Church supports.

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Get in the Game Sports Career Conference

Get in the Game Sports Career Conference presented by SBRnet

Get in the Game Sports Career Conference presented by First and Pen

SBRnet and First and Pen are excited to announce the Get in the Game sports career conference for students of color at HBCU’s and colleges and universities.

BALTIMORE, MD, USA, September 5, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — To introduce and connect diverse talent within the sports business, First and Pen and SBRnet are launching a sports business conference, Get in the Game.

The inaugural event will take place October 6th-8th, 2023 at the Sheraton Inner Harbor in Baltimore, MD, and bring together students of color from HBCUs and surrounding institutions to introduce them to the various career pathways and experiences in the sports industry.
“Our goal is to educate students about the large number of career options that exist in sports and connect companies with talented young men and women of color who will help them forge future success across their businesses,” said First and Pen founder Yussuf Khan. “As an industry veteran, an entrepreneur, and educator, I understand the needs and goals of the industry, the opportunities it presents, and the talent, vision, and success that young people of color can bring when doors are opened.”

Get in the Game is a three-day conference and career expo that will directly connect students with industry leaders and recruiters, as well as provide insight, education, and direct interaction with business practices, strategies, and operations across the industry.
And Baltimore is the perfect city to host it.
“We’re excited to bring Get in The Game to Baltimore,” said Khan. “The area is home to four historic HBCUs and the city is driving distance from other universities and colleges.”

The event will feature a wide range of companies representing the retail, media, professional, and collegiate sports industries. Confirmed presenting sponsors include Dick’s Sporting Goods, On Running, ASICS, Clarks, Sodexo Live, The Advertising Council, The Baltimore Ravens, Detroit Tigers, Detroit Red Wings and Under Armour. The sponsors represent the wide spectrum of careers in the sports business: retail, hospitality, brands, marketing, and team sports.
“Our goal is to showcase the range of career options in sports that are open to students of color,” said Mark Sullivan, a managing partner of SBRnet, which provides data and other sports business resources to more than 260 colleges and universities.
Get in the Game will feature three main components:
• An educational conference where students will learn about the business and what companies are seeking in candidates.
• A career expo where students can meet directly with talent acquisition executives.
• A series of experiential field trips where students will travel to local sports businesses to learn first-hand how the sports industry operates.
For more information, including registration, travel, the full agenda, and more, please visit https://getinthegameconference.net/GITG/Home.aspx

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About First and Pen: First And Pen informs, inspires, and connects through voices of color in sports. The publisher is the sports media vertical from The Khanate Group; a media, tech, and eCommerce company fully committed to supporting and investing in underserved and overlooked communities, individuals, and voices of color.
Company CEO Yussuf Khan has over two decades of experience in sports and multicultural media. After beginning his career at ESPN, he invested the last 18 years of his career in start-up ventures, building a successful track record at companies such as CSTV (now CBS Sports Network), Interactive One (now Urban One), Big Lead Sports and The Shadow League. The media veteran has a unique and diverse career path with a long history in the fields of multimedia sales, marketing, communications, journalism, and content creation.
About SBRnet: SBRnet is a comprehensive online data platform of nationwide sports marketing analytics, using syndicated and custom proprietary sports fan information for professional and college sports, consumer research, industry reports, and licensed industry articles. Since 2020, SBRnet has been owned by Neil Schwartz and Mark Sullivan. Schwartz is a 20-year veteran of sports data with stints at Nielsen and SportscanInfo.
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PowerPatent participates in Unlocking Patent Drafting Excellence: The Radical Robot Patent Drafting Workshop EP-Style Edition with Martin Schweiger and Bao Tran

PowerPatent’s approach to addressing the unique requirements of patent applications is rooted in its sophisticated AI technology combined with an understanding of the complexities inherent in patents.”

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INNSBRUCK, AUSTRIA, September 1, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — The Radical Robot Patent Drafting Workshop is back, and this time it’s taking on an EP-Style Edition. On September 2, 2023, innovation enthusiasts, patent professionals, and legal minds will convene for a dynamic event where cutting-edge ideas meet expert insights. This workshop is a must-attend for those seeking to master the art of patent drafting and intellectual property strategies. Please register here https://ip-lawyer-tools.com/robot-patent-drafting-workshop-sep-2023/

PowerPatent will showcase its latest generative AI technology at the event. In an age where innovation is the driving force, securing intellectual property rights is crucial. The Radical Robot Patent Drafting Workshop provides a unique platform for individuals to harness the power of the latest tools, techniques, and expertise in the field. This edition, featuring IP lawyer tools curated by the renowned Martin Schweiger, promises an enriching experience for attendees. The event showcases AI patent drafting tools that
*triple patent drafting speed
*produce a good patent application draft in one single work day
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*know which horse to ride – you must find out which one of the many patent drafting robots is usable for you
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*do 4 times more drafting work in the same time frame
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*do work with zero mistakes, zero typos, and zero formal mistakes
*avoid drafting without antecedent basis or using 2 or more terms for the same element in the same draft
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With all these, robot patent drafting can help you right away. Workshop Highlights:

EP-Style Excellence: Dive deep into the intricacies of patent drafting with a focus on European Patent (EP) style. Learn how to craft compelling patent applications that align with the rigorous EP requirements.

Mastering IP Strategies: Martin Schweiger, a seasoned IP lawyer with a proven track record, will share his insights on effective intellectual property strategies. Gain a competitive edge in navigating the evolving IP landscape.

Interactive Sessions: Engage in interactive sessions led by industry experts, where real-world challenges in patent drafting will be tackled head-on. Collaborate, learn, and find solutions with peers.

IP Lawyer Tools: Discover a suite of tools curated by Martin Schweiger to enhance your patent drafting process. These tools are designed to streamline workflow, boost efficiency, and elevate the quality of your patent applications.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals, patent attorneys, inventors, and innovators. Build lasting relationships and exchange ideas that fuel innovation.

PowerPatent will also provide early glimpse of its biotech chemical formula and equation handling capability to be unveiled at the BiotechX USA Congress in Silicon Valley the following week. PowerPatent’s approach to addressing the unique requirements of biotech and chemical patent applications is rooted in its sophisticated AI technology combined with an understanding of the complexities inherent in these fields. Here’s how PowerPatent caters to the distinct needs of biotech and chemical patent applications:

Technical Language Expertise: The terminology in biotech and chemical patent applications can be highly specialized. PowerPatent’s AI solution is trained to comprehend and accurately apply the technical language specific to these fields, ensuring that patent applications are precise and adhere to the specialized terminology required.

Complex Claim Construction: Patent claims in biotech and chemical applications require a high level of precision to capture the innovation’s uniqueness. PowerPatent’s AI assists in drafting comprehensive claims by analyzing the complex scientific content and prior art, contributing to the creation of well-crafted and effective patent claims.

Sequence and Structural Analysis: Biotech patents often involve DNA sequences, protein structures, and complex molecular interactions. PowerPatent’s AI can analyze and accurately describe these sequences and structures, ensuring that the patent application includes accurate and detailed information.

Customizable Output: PowerPatent’s generative AI solution offers flexibility, allowing patent professionals to customize and tailor the output to the specific needs of biotech and chemical patent applications. This customization ensures that the generated drafts align with the unique aspects of each invention.

Integration of Scientific Knowledge: PowerPatent’s AI leverages a vast repository of scientific knowledge to aid in the drafting process. It can access up-to-date information about biotech and chemical advancements, enhancing the accuracy and relevance of the patent applications.

Cross-Referencing and Comparative Analysis: Biotech and chemical patents often involve comparisons with existing molecular structures, formulas, or biological processes. PowerPatent’s AI can efficiently cross-reference and analyze similarities and differences, facilitating a more comprehensive understanding of the invention’s novelty and non-obviousness.

By combining its AI capabilities with a deep understanding of biotech and chemical patenting nuances, PowerPatent offers a solution that assists patent professionals in efficiently addressing the unique requirements of these complex and evolving fields. The result is improved efficiency, accuracy, and quality in biotech and chemical patent applications.

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PowerPatent to Showcase Game-Changing Generative AI Invention Disclosure to Patent Solution at SaaStr Annual 2023

A strong IP portfolio demonstrates a startup’s innovation, technical expertise, and potential for market dominance. Conversely, inadequate IP protection can expose startups to significant risks.”

— Mary Kimani, Director of Communications

SAN MATEO, CALIFORNIA, US, September 1, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — PowerPatent, a leader in innovative intellectual property (IP) solutions, is thrilled to announce its participation in the 9th SaaStr Annual, the world’s premier gathering for Cloud and SaaS founders, VCs, and executives. Taking place from September 6th to 8th in the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area, this outdoor festival-style event is expected to draw over 12,500 industry leaders.

SaaStr Annual 2023 promises to be an unforgettable experience, featuring three full days of insightful workshops, engaging presentations, and thousands of mentoring sessions aimed at helping businesses scale faster in the cloud and SaaS space. With a focus on knowledge-sharing and networking, the event has earned its reputation as the “world’s #1 cloud gathering.”

PowerPatent is proud to be a part of this dynamic event, where it will showcase its cutting-edge generative AI invention disclosure to patent solution. As startups continue to drive innovation in the Cloud and SaaS sectors, protecting intellectual property is of paramount importance. PowerPatent offers a revolutionary approach, enabling startups to safeguard their inventions quickly and cost-effectively.

Key Features of PowerPatent’s Generative AI Invention Disclosure to Patent Solution:

Speed: PowerPatent leverages the power of artificial intelligence to streamline the patent disclosure process, allowing startups to protect their IP rapidly.

Cost-Efficiency: By automating much of the patent application process, PowerPatent significantly reduces legal and administrative costs associated with intellectual property protection.

Accuracy: With advanced AI algorithms, PowerPatent ensures that patent disclosures are comprehensive and in compliance with legal requirements.

Accessibility: This innovative solution is designed to be user-friendly, making it accessible to startups and innovators without extensive legal expertise.

Competitive Advantage: By securing patents efficiently, startups can gain a competitive edge, attract investors, and establish a solid foundation for growth.

SaaStr Annual 2023 attendees are encouraged to visit PowerPatent’s booth to learn more about how this groundbreaking technology can empower their businesses.

“We are excited to be a part of SaaStr Annual 2023 and share our AI-driven invention disclosure to patent solution with the Cloud and SaaS community,” said Mary Kimani, Director of Communication at PowerPatent. “Innovation is at the heart of the Cloud and SaaS industries, and we believe that our technology can help startups protect their valuable intellectual property, allowing them to thrive and grow in today’s competitive landscape.”

Don’t miss the opportunity to discover how PowerPatent is revolutionizing the way startups protect their intellectual property. Join us at SaaStr Annual 2023 in the San Francisco Bay Area from September 6th to 8th. For more information about PowerPatent and its innovative solutions, visit www.PowerPatent.com

A startup’s IP strategy can also significantly impact its attractiveness to potential strategic partners and acquisition suitors. Companies seeking to expand their product portfolio or technology capabilities often seek startups with complementary patents and trade secrets. A robust IP strategy can open doors to partnerships, licensing deals, and even lucrative acquisition opportunities, offering an attractive exit strategy for investors.

Patents and trade secrets play a significant role in attracting strategic partnerships and acquisitions for companies. The robust protection of intellectual property through patents and trade secrets demonstrates a company’s potential for growth, innovation, and competitive advantage, making it an attractive target for potential partners and acquirers. Let’s explore how patents and trade secrets contribute to attracting strategic partnerships and acquisitions:

Patent Licensing Opportunities
Companies with patented technologies can explore licensing opportunities with potential partners or acquirers. Licensing allows the company to generate additional revenue by granting others the right to use their patented technology in exchange for licensing fees or royalties. Strategic partners may be interested in licensing the technology to complement their existing offerings or enter new markets, while potential acquirers may see the opportunity to integrate the patented technology into their product portfolio.

Protection against Competitors
Having a robust intellectual property strategy, including trade secrets, creates barriers to entry for potential competitors. Companies with well-protected intellectual property are less vulnerable to infringement and copycat products, making them more attractive to potential partners or acquirers seeking to avoid legal disputes and market saturation.

Strengthening Market Position
Strategic partnerships and acquisitions are often pursued to strengthen a company’s market position. Companies with strong patents and trade secrets are better positioned to collaborate or merge with other players in the industry. By joining forces, partners can leverage each other’s strengths and fill gaps in their portfolios, allowing them to collectively gain a competitive advantage.

Potential for Market Disruption:
Companies with groundbreaking patented technologies or unique trade secrets have the potential to disrupt markets. Disruptive innovations can attract interest from strategic partners or acquirers seeking to capitalize on emerging trends or technologies. Such partnerships or acquisitions can enable the acquirer to expand its market reach, diversify its product offerings, and capitalize on the disruptive potential of the target company.

Intellectual Property Due Diligence
During the process of forming strategic partnerships or conducting acquisitions, potential partners or acquirers perform intellectual property due diligence. Companies with well-documented and protected intellectual property are more likely to pass this due diligence process successfully, giving potential partners or acquirers greater confidence in the company’s value and long-term potential.

Intellectual property (IP) plays a crucial role in modern business environments, providing companies with a competitive advantage that goes beyond conventional assets and capabilities. In this section, we will explore how intellectual property serves as a significant differentiator and strategic asset for businesses, enabling them to stay ahead in the competitive landscape.

Protection and Exclusivity
One of the primary benefits of intellectual property is its ability to protect innovative ideas and technologies from imitation and replication. For instance, patents offer inventors exclusive rights to their inventions, preventing others from producing, selling, or using the patented technology without permission. This protection ensures that the company has a head start in the market, without facing immediate competition from copycats.

Trademarks, on the other hand, safeguard a company’s brand identity, including its name, logo, and slogans. This exclusive protection helps companies build brand recognition and customer loyalty, enabling them to establish a unique market position.

Market Differentiation and Value Proposition
Intellectual property allows companies to differentiate their products or services from competitors. By offering patented technology, proprietary processes, or copyrighted content, companies can present distinctive value propositions that attract customers and create a loyal customer base. This differentiation also helps companies charge premium prices, leading to increased profitability.

Attracting Investment and Collaboration
Investors and partners are more likely to be attracted to businesses that possess a strong intellectual property portfolio. IP protection provides assurance that a company’s innovations and technology are safeguarded, reducing risks associated with competitors copying or infringing upon valuable assets. Consequently, companies with robust IP strategies often find it easier to secure investment and form strategic partnerships, fostering growth and expansion opportunities.

Barriers to Entry
Intellectual property can create significant barriers to entry for potential competitors. Startups or small businesses that possess groundbreaking technology protected by patents may dissuade larger players from entering the market due to the risks associated with potential infringement lawsuits. These barriers can help smaller companies carve out a niche and grow without immediate threats from well-established competitors.

2. Defensibility and Market Positioning
An extensive patent portfolio can serve as a defensive measure against competitors. Startups with well-protected intellectual property can safeguard their innovations, technology, or product design, preventing rivals from copying or stealing their ideas. This defensibility establishes a strong market positioning, which can attract potential investors seeking startups with a clear path to market dominance.

Defensibility and market positioning are critical aspects of a business’s long-term success and competitive advantage. In this section, we will explore how defensibility and market positioning are interconnected and how they are influenced by various factors, including intellectual property, differentiation, and customer perception.

As discussed earlier, intellectual property, such as patents and trademarks, can be essential components of a company’s defensibility strategy. Patents protect unique inventions and technologies, preventing competitors from using or selling similar products without permission. Trademarks safeguard a company’s brand identity, making it challenging for others to use similar names or logos that may confuse consumers.

By securing intellectual property rights, companies create legal barriers that deter potential competitors, safeguarding their innovations, brand recognition, and market position. This defensibility allows businesses to focus on growth and innovation, rather than continuously defending against copycats or infringement.

Differentiation: Standing Out from the Crowd
Market positioning, on the other hand, involves how a company presents itself and its offerings to the target audience. Differentiation is a fundamental aspect of market positioning, where a company establishes its unique value proposition to distinguish itself from competitors.

Effective differentiation allows a company to address customer needs and desires better than competitors, creating a perception of superiority. By offering unique features, superior quality, exceptional customer service, or innovative solutions, a company can build a strong market position and customer loyalty.

Intellectual property can be a crucial enabler of differentiation. Patented technology, for instance, may offer unique features or functionalities that competitors cannot replicate without infringing on the patent. This technological differentiation can drive customer preference and loyalty, giving the company a competitive edge.

Trademarks play a significant role in brand differentiation. A well-recognized and trusted brand name or logo can evoke positive emotions and associations among customers, leading to brand loyalty and repeat business.

Customer Perception: The Key to Market Positioning
Market positioning relies heavily on how customers perceive a company and its products or services. A positive brand image, reputation for quality, and a strong value proposition all contribute to shaping customer perception. Companies that successfully align their offerings with customer needs and preferences are more likely to secure a favorable market position.

Patents and Trade Secrets are Proof of Innovation and Technical Expertise
3. Proof of Innovation and Technical Expertise
The patent application process is rigorous and requires extensive documentation of the innovation’s novelty, usefulness, and non-obviousness. A granted patent is, therefore, a compelling proof of a startup’s innovative capabilities and technical expertise. Investors can interpret a strong patent portfolio as an indication of the company’s potential to develop groundbreaking solutions, leading to market disruption and sustainable growth. Let’s explore how patents and trade secrets act as proof of innovation and technical expertise for businesses:

Patents: Demonstrating Novelty and Inventiveness
Patents are official grants of exclusive rights given to inventors or companies for their novel and non-obvious inventions or innovations. When a company successfully obtains a patent, it demonstrates that its technology or product is unique, inventive, and provides a practical solution to a specific problem.

The process of obtaining a patent involves a thorough examination by the patent office, where the company must demonstrate that its invention is different from existing technologies and that it meets the criteria of novelty, non-obviousness, and industrial applicability. The patent application process requires detailed technical documentation and legal arguments to prove the uniqueness of the invention.

The granting of a patent is, therefore, a clear validation of the company’s technical expertise and innovation capabilities. It provides tangible evidence of the company’s ability to develop groundbreaking solutions that advance the state of the art in its industry.

Startups with patents in their key technologies or core products can enjoy market exclusivity during the patent term, usually 20 years from the filing date. This exclusivity allows them to establish a dominant position in the market and generate substantial revenue without direct competition. Investors can look for startups that have strategically aligned their patent strategy with their revenue generation plans.

Patents and trade secrets are instrumental in enhancing market exclusivity and revenue generation for businesses. These forms of intellectual property protection provide companies with the legal and strategic tools to maximize their market position, drive revenue growth, and maintain a competitive advantage. Let’s explore how patents and trade secrets contribute to market exclusivity and revenue generation:

Market Exclusivity through Patents
When a company holds a patent for its innovative product, technology, or process, it gains exclusive rights to use, manufacture, and sell the patented invention for a specific period, typically 20 years from the filing date. This market exclusivity allows the company to operate without direct competition from others for the duration of the patent term.

Having a patent prevents competitors from legally replicating or exploiting the patented technology without obtaining proper licenses from the patent holder. This exclusivity enables the company to establish a dominant market position, command premium pricing, and capture a significant market share.

Market exclusivity also creates barriers to entry for potential competitors. New entrants will find it challenging to introduce similar products or technologies without infringing on existing patents, dissuading them from entering the market or making it more difficult for them to gain a foothold.

Revenue Generation through Patents
Patents play a pivotal role in revenue generation for companies. By holding exclusive rights to their inventions, companies can commercialize their innovations and generate revenue through various avenues:

a. Product Sales: Companies can manufacture and sell products based on patented technologies, benefiting from higher profit margins due to limited competition and increased customer willingness to pay for unique features.

b. Licensing: Patent holders can license their technology to other companies, allowing them to use the patented technology for a fee or royalty. Licensing deals provide a lucrative revenue stream without the need for extensive production or marketing efforts.

c. Cross-Licensing: In some cases, companies engage in cross-licensing agreements with other patent holders. This allows each party to use the other’s patented technology, fostering innovation and expanding product capabilities while generating additional revenue.

d. Litigation: In the event of patent infringement, companies can enforce their rights through legal action, seeking damages or licensing fees from infringing parties, thus further contributing to revenue generation.

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