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Thompson Hine LLP, a full-service business law firm with approximately 400 lawyers in 11 offices, was ranked number 1 in the category “Most innovative North American law firms: New working models” by The Financial Times and was 1 of 7 firms shortlisted for The American Lawyer’s inaugural Legal Services Innovation Award. The firm has been recognized by the National Law Journal as a Legal Technology Trailblazer and featured by Bloomberg for its innovative service delivery models, which drive accuracy and predictability. The firm’s commitment to innovation is embodied in Thompson Hine SmartPaTHTM – a smarter way to work – predictable, efficient and aligned with client goals. For more information, please visit ThompsonHine.com and ThompsonHine.com/SmartPaTH.

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Date: Thursday, August 13, 2026 Time: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. ET Location: <a href="https://www.thompsonhine.com/locations/atlanta_georgia/">Thompson Hine</a>, Two Alliance Center, 3560 Lenox Road NE, Suite 1600, Atlanta, GA 30326 Contact: Elise Hoffer, 513.352.6748, <a href="mailto:Elise.Hoffer@ThompsonHine.com?subject=Building the Right Foundation 8.13.26 Event">Elise.Hoffer@ThompsonHine.com</a>

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An event series presented by Georgia Cleantech Innovation Hub and Thompson Hine LLP

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Join Thompson Hine partner <a href="https://www.thompsonhine.com/professionals/lindsay-karas-stencel/">Lindsay Karas Stencel</a> and other Thompson Hine attorneys for a focused conversation on two of the most important challenges every startup faces: protecting its innovations and building a team for long-term success.

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Our speakers will discuss strategies for protecting your intellectual property, including patent and trademark fundamentals and the regulatory considerations that affect early-stage and growth companies. They will also explore best practices for attracting and retaining top talent, designing competitive compensation and equity programs, and fostering long-term employee engagement to support your company's continued growth. Whether you’re launching a new venture or preparing for your next stage of growth, this session will offer practical guidance to help strengthen your business and position it for long-term success. This program is part of our ongoing startup series, designed to help founders navigate the legal and business issues that arise throughout the startup lifecycle. We look forward to continuing the conversation.

Building the Right Foundation: IP Protection and Talent Strategies for Startups

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