Atlanta Celebrates:
USPTO’s New Southeast Regional Office Location

We are thrilled to celebrate a significant milestone for the Atlanta technology ecosystem. On December 13th, 2023, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) officially announced the selection of Atlanta as the site for its new Southeast Regional Office.

This decision marks a pivotal moment for our city and the broader region, underscoring Atlanta’s growing prominence as a hub for innovation and technological advancement.

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Impact on the Atlanta Tech Ecosystem:

The establishment of a USPTO regional office in Atlanta is a transformative development for local inventors, entrepreneurs, and businesses. This move will provide easier access to patent and trademark resources, educational opportunities, and direct support from the USPTO. It will significantly enhance the intellectual property landscape in Atlanta, creating an environment that nurtures innovation and protects the ingenuity of our community.

Atlanta USPTO Southeast Regional Office Location

Celebrating a Collaborative Victory:

The team at Founders Legal is honored to recognize the vital role our community played in this remarkable achievement. Our campaign to champion Atlanta’s bid for the USPTO Southeast Regional Office was a collective endeavor, deeply rooted in the community’s active participation and unwavering support.

Together, we highlighted the city’s strengths as a burgeoning center for technology and innovation. This united effort, bolstered by the collaborative efforts led by Founders Legal and a diverse array of community stakeholders, led to a resounding success. It stands as a testament to the strength of collaboration, shared vision, and the relentless dedication of our community in achieving significant goals.

Key to this achievement was the involvement of organizations like the Georgia Intellectual Property Alliance (GIPA). GIPA’s crucial role in highlighting Atlanta’s dynamic capabilities as an innovation center cannot be overstated. Their contributions were instrumental in emphasizing the city’s rich ecosystem, which includes cutting-edge technology, groundbreaking research, and a robust entrepreneurial spirit. By promoting intellectual property awareness and fostering connections among innovators, educators, and industry leaders, GIPA helped further solidify Atlanta’s position as an ideal location for the USPTO’s Southeast Regional Office.

Key elements of the campaign included:

Educational Institutions: Collaborate with universities, colleges, and K-12 schools to educate students about IP. Georgia Tech, Emory University, and the University of Georgia would be great partners.

Research Institutions: Collaborating with research institutions such as CDC can enhance IP creation from cutting-edge research.

Business Incubators and Accelerators: Entities like Atlanta Tech Village (ATV) or Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) could provide resources and mentorship to startups in IP matters.

Industry Associations: Groups like the Technology Association of Georgia can help connect with tech companies for workshops, seminars, and other engagement activities.

Nonprofits and Community Organizations: Collaboration with organizations focused on supporting underrepresented communities, veterans, and rural populations can ensure inclusive outreach, like:

Georgia IP Alliance
Georgia Research Alliance (GRA):
Invest Georgia: This state-funded program provides venture capital for high-growth companies, including those in IP-intensive sectors.
The Atlanta Intellectual Property American Inn of Court
Georgia Centers of Innovation
City of Atlanta’s Economic Development Authority (Invest Atlanta)

These partnerships were instrumental in enhancing the reach and impact of the Regional Office, contributing significantly to the development of a vibrant and inclusive innovation ecosystem in Atlanta.

Atlanta Celebrates: New USPTO Southeast Regional Office Location

Cultivating a Future of Growth and Innovation

As we celebrate this momentous achievement, the team at Founders Legal remains committed to supporting and contributing to the growth of the Atlanta tech ecosystem. The arrival of the USPTO regional office is a milestone we proudly share with our community. It reflects our collective vision, effort, and unwavering belief in Atlanta’s potential as a leading center for innovation and technology.

Together, we have opened a new chapter for Atlanta – one filled with immense possibilities and opportunities. We look forward to the continued growth and success of our tech community, now enhanced by the support and resources of the USPTO.

Heartfelt Gratitude to Founders and Innovators

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the founders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and community members whose tireless efforts played a crucial role in securing this site for the USPTO office. Your dedication, creativity, and commitment not only contributed to this significant achievement but also continue to forge a brighter future for everyone. The work you do every day is the cornerstone of our thriving ecosystem, and it is your vision and perseverance that drive us towards a more innovative and prosperous tomorrow.

We are deeply grateful for your contributions and look forward to continuing our journey together, shaping a future filled with endless possibilities and achievements. We recognize that in protecting intellectual property, we are doing far more than safeguarding ideas — we are protecting the dream of a better future that Founders are innovating and building for all of us. #WeAreFounders

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Jaime Chandra

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Jaime Chandra is a diversely-skilled professional with a background that ranges from creative to tech. Jaime is a modern day renaissance woman who has a wealth of experience in marketing, communications, project management, technical training and support, information technology, business development, graphic design, web development, and a whole lot more. Her career has been dedicated to aligning with "for-purpose" businesses and nonprofits that care about social responsibility. As a co-founder of a global consent education initiative who has had to protect and defend viral intellectual property, she deeply appreciates the mission and vision of Founders Legal.