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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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New Ventures Strategic Partner Spotlight: Clint King

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Clint is a registered patent attorney and a member of the firm's Intellectual Property practice group. His practice focuses on patent preparation and prosecution in cutting-edge fields such as spatial computing, extended reality, artificial intelligence (AI), head-mounted devices (HMDs), and related emerging technologies. Clint has extensive experience guiding companies of all sizes through the intricacies of patent protection, with a particular passion for supporting startups and small businesses. He provides comprehensive IP counsel, helping these companies protect their full portfolio—from patents to trade secrets and trademarks—while ensuring that their IP strategies align with their overall business goals.

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Congratulations to Thompson Hine Best Lawyers in America®&nbsp;2025 Honorees

<a href="https://www.thompsonhine.com/professionals/jonathon-h-vinocur/">Jonathon Vinocur</a> Best Lawyers® 2025 Venture Capital Law “Lawyer of the Year” Only one lawyer in each practice area and designated metropolitan area is honored as the “Lawyer of the Year.” These honorees are selected based on impressive voting averages received during the peer-review assessments conducted each year.

<a href="https://www.thompsonhine.com/professionals/sean-ganley/">Sean Ganley</a> Included for Corporate Governance Law; Mergers and Acquisitions Law

<a href="https://www.thompsonhine.com/professionals/lindsay-karas-stencel/">Lindsay Karas Stencel</a> Included for Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships); Corporate Law

Startups Streamlined – Navigating Chicago’s Thriving Startup Ecosystem – Fall 2024

Join us for the next Startups Streamlined in Chicago this fall. The Chicago startup and venture capital ecosystem is a vibrant and growing segment of the city's economy, characterized by a diverse range of industries, a supportive network of investors and incubators, and a collaborative culture that fosters innovation and entrepreneurship. Our discussion will spotlight industry developments and recent issues that impact startups, founders, and venture capital investors. We’ll explore trending topics such as data privacy, intellectual property, venture debt, and offer insights and guidance relevant to your startup or high-growth business. Our panel, led by Lindsay Karas Stencel, will delve into the entrepreneurial landscape of Chicago, uncovering the opportunities and dynamics driving the thriving startup ecosystem and exploring its potential for growth and innovation. We will announce the date soon. If you are interested in attending, click <a href="emailto:Elise.Hoffer@ThompsonHine.com?subject=Startups Streamlined">here</a>.

Thompson Hine is proud to sponsor and support the upcoming Ohio VC Fest, presented by Cyrannus, on September 17-18 in Cleveland. This annual, two-day premier event brings together venture capitalists, startup founders, and entrepreneurs from across the region and beyond. Catch our Thompson Hine New Ventures team, including <a href="https://www.thompsonhine.com/professionals/jonathon-h-vinocur/">Jonathon Vinocur</a>, <a href="https://www.thompsonhine.com/professionals/sean-ganley/">Sean Ganley</a> and <a href="https://www.thompsonhine.com/professionals/daniel-m-criswell/">Daniel Criswell</a>, as we participate in topic-based roundtables and lead workshop discussions. The conference’s main highlights include the following. View the complete conference agenda <a href="https://ohiovcfest.com/#agenda">here</a>.

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Thompson Hine Sponsors StartupCincy Week 2024 – Connect, Collaborate, Thrive

Cintrifuse StartupCincy Week is an annual event celebrating the Cincinnati region’s entrepreneurial spirit and startup ecosystem. Thompson Hine is thrilled to sponsor the “Off the Bench: Startup Athletes” panel and this event in general, which showcases the innovation and collaboration that fuels the local economy. The week-long affair typically features a series of workshops, 80+ panel discussions, fireside chats, curated networking opportunities, and pitch competitions designed to connect startup founders, investors, and business leaders.

The week also provides a platform for startups to exhibit their products and services, gaining visibility, and potentially attracting investment. Interactive sessions and mentorship opportunities are integral to the event, offering attendees hands-on advice and guidance on various aspects of business growth and development. Additional conference information can be found <a href="https://ohiovcfest.com/#agenda">here</a>. We look forward to seeing you there!

2024 Best of the Midwest: Startup City Rankings

The 2024 "Best of the Midwest: Startup City Rankings" highlights key trends and shifts across the region's startup ecosystems. The below provides a glimpse into understanding how micro-environments in the Midwest are performing relative to one another regarding startup activity, access to resources, and business climate.

These trends highlight the resilience and evolving dynamics of the Midwest's startup ecosystem, even amid broader economic challenges. Access the full report <a href="https://blog.midweststartups.com/2024-best-of-the-midwest-startup-city-rankings-2e1108e3d996">here</a>.

Data Insights – State of Startup Compensation for H1 2024

Check out the recent Carta <a href="https://carta.com/blog/startup-compensation-h1-2024/">State of Startup Compensation for H1 2024</a>. The data shows that companies have become leaner with salary benchmarks remaining flat across much of the ecosystem.

***Data provided by <a href="https://carta.com/blog/state-of-private-markets-q1-2024/">Carta Insights</a>

QuickLaunch: Experienced Guidance for Startups and Investors

Our QuickLaunch program is tailored to entrepreneurs, startups and investors, providing guidance on growth and funding cycles and offering cost-effective counsel on day-to-day legal matters from formation to funding to exits. Our seasoned team helps navigate the confusing waters of growth, funding, expansion and those tricky legal issues that can arise, often at fixed or budgeted pricing by using our firmwide proprietary SmartPaTH™ tool. To learn more about our tailored, value-enhancing solutions, please visit our <a href="https://www.thquicklaunch.com/">QuickLaunch</a> site.

New Ventures Update – August 2024

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