Speakers

KINPA Ceremony

Opening Remarks

After achieving LL.B degree from Seoul National Univ. in 1994, he worked as a developer in IT and mobile industries, has been working on IP in KT Group since 2010 and in charge of IP of KT Corp. since 2017, now undertaking the President of KINPA since 2024.

KINPA Ceremony

Congratulatory Remarks

The Honorable RHO Tae-ak was born in Changnyeong, Gyeongsangnam-do on November 20, 1962. He received an LL.B. from Hanyang University, College of Law. He passed the 26th National Judicial Examination in 1984. He was appointed as a judge in March, 1990. Since he began his judgeship at Seongnam Branch Court of Suwon District Court, he served as a judge at various courts including Seoul High Court, Supreme Court, Judicial Research and Training Institute, Seoul Central District Court, Patent Court and Seoul Northern District Court. He was appointed as a Justice on March 4, 2020 while serving as Presiding Judge of Seoul High Court. During his 30-year judicial career, he handled numerous criminal, civil and administrative cases. In particular, he delivered a number of significant decisions on international transaction and arbitration cases based on extensive legal knowledge and trial experiences. Justice Rho is known for his endeavor to realize social justice through fair and impartial decisions as well as continuous efforts to enhance social inclusion of minority and socially vulnerable groups and ensure basic rights of the citizens. With the belief that a judge does more than handling cases as the decisions influence a person’s life, Judge Rho expressed his view that a case contains the past, present and future of the parties, which is why judges need to be attentive and sincere to them. In addition, he emphasized that judges need to reflect over whether the decision conforms to the law and conscience, make thorough consideration over other opinions, and question themselves if he/she has the courage to uphold justice despite unfavorable adversities. While serving as the first and second Vice Chairman of the Korea Association of the Law of Civil Procedure, Vice Chairman of the Korea Private International Law Association and President of International Transaction Law Association of the Supreme Court, Justice Rho spared no efforts to share the research outcomes with scholars and professionals. He is known as a judge who continuously seeks for knowledge and he authored numerous papers and commentary about the practical legal issues that arise in various types of cases such as civil, criminal, international private law, arbitration and intellectual property rights cases.

[Session 1] IP Creation

AI Transformation and IPR prospects

Dr. Seung Hyun Yang received his Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering from Seoul National University. He continued his studies at the same university, earning both a Master’s and a Doctorate in Natural Language Processing. His doctoral dissertation focused on the transfer of linguistic style for English-to-Korean machine translation. Professionally, he has served as CTO at Konan Technology since April 1999, and currently holds the position of CTO at SK Telecom, a role he has undertaken since December 2022. Prior to these roles, he worked as a Senior Researcher in the Natural Language Processing Research Division at the Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI) from October 1997 to April 1999.

[Session 1] IP Creation

How the IP Creation Function Can Contribute to Corporate Open Innovation Strategies

Bachelor’s in Physics (Sogang Univ.), Master’s in IP Law with highest honors (Yonsei Univ.), KIPO (now the MOIP)-KIPA IP Expert Program in DC, and training in e-MBA and technology strategy/valuation. At LS Cable, gained IP experience through Korea-US M&A, post-merger integration (PMI), patent litigation, and IP strategy for new businesses. At Hyundai Motor, led tech transfer, global NPE/OEM negotiations, patent acquisition processes, corporate ventures, new business sensing, and open innovation projects. Served as New Business Part Lead overseeing strategic and IP integration. Expertise in AI, mobility, robotics, and legal practices.

[Session 1] IP Creation

The Unified Patent Court – lessons from the first 2 years

Zoë Butler is a partner, and founder, of Powell Gilbert www.powellgilbert.com. Zoë is a UPC Representative, UK Solicitor Advocate, and Irish Solicitor. She is known for her expertise in advising clients in complex patent disputes, often with an international element Zoë is a committee member of the UK Intellectual Property Lawyers’ Association and UK IP Court Users’ Committee. She is also an active member of the European Patent Lawyers Association (EPLAW). She has taught on the Oxford University Diploma in Intellectual Property Law and Practice and contributes to the Chartered Institute of Patent Attorney’s Guide to the Patent Acts, a key textbook on UK patent law and practice.

[Session 1] IP Creation

The Unified Patent Court – lessons from the first 2 years

Callum Beamish-Lacey is a senior associate at Powell Gilbert www.powellgilbert.com. Callum has experience in all areas of intellectual property law, primarily focused on patent litigation. His matters have covered a multitude of industry sectors, ranging from pharmaceuticals and telecommunications to publishing and clothing design. Callum has experience of large scale litigation co-ordination across multiple continents and proceedings before numerous tribunals. As a barrister, Callum holds rights of audience in all courts of England and Wales.

[Session 1] IP Creation

A Transformative Era for IP Creation: Focusing on Open Innovation & AI

Jihwang Yeo is a patent attorney at Foley & Lardner LLP, where he plays a key role in the firm’s electronics practice group within the Intellectual Property Department. He focuses on patent prosecution, patent trial and appeal (USPTO), intellectual property transactions, strategic client counseling across all areas of IP, and the management of complex IP portfolios across multiple jurisdictions. Attorney Yeo brings deep experience in patent drafting and prosecution across a wide range of technologies, including artificial intelligence, autonomous vehicles, electronic circuits and devices, semiconductor technologies, wireless communications, computer software and hardware, and medical devices.

[Session 1] IP Creation

A Transformative Era for IP Creation: Focusing on Open Innovation & AI

Mr. Han Sun Lee is currently serving as the Head of IP Group and Senior Vice President at LG Energy Solution. During the late 1990s, as LG Energy Solution was initiating its entry into the lithium-ion battery business, he developed patent strategies for commercialization. Since then, he has been dedicated to establishing a large-scale global patent portfolio, actively engaging in Global IP litigation & Licensing, and other IP Value Extraction activities. This dedication aligns with LG Energy Solution's leadership in the industry of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles, driven by innovative products and technologies from original research and development. Presently, he is passionately committed to further enhancing IP R&D and maximizing IP value extraction through the advancement of Intellectual Assets Management systems. Mr. Han Sun Lee earned his MIP from Franklin Pierce Law Center, USA, and his MS/BS from Hanyang University, South Korea.

[Session 1] IP Creation

A Transformative Era for IP Creation: Focusing on Open Innovation & AI

Mr. Youn currently serves as Head of IP Prosecution Team and Head of Planning Group at IP Center, Corporate Legal Office of Samsung Electronics. He earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Aerospace Engineering from Seoul National University and served as an instructor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at the Korea Air Force Academy. He later obtained his J.D. from the State University of New York and is admitted to the New York State Bar.

[Session 1] IP Creation

A Transformative Era for IP Creation: Focusing on Open Innovation & AI

After joining Hyundai Mobis in 2011, he played a pivotal role in establishing the Intellectual Property Team in 2019 and was subsequently appointed as its team leader. Since then, he has led a broad range of IP-related initiatives, including more than doubling domestic and international patent filings, developing standard-essential patents and joining standard-essential patents licensing pools, acquiring patents and ideas, managing IP disputes and litigation, providing IP consulting and contract reviews, and supporting new business investments and technology licensing from an IP perspective. Mr. Kwak passed the Korean Patent Attorney Examination in 2001. He holds a bachelor's degree in Mathematics from Korea University and a Master of Engineering from the Graduate School of Information Security at the same university.

[Session 2] IP Dispute

First Case Law by the Federal Circuit and USPTO's AI Patent Guidelines

Steve Jaeyoun Kim founded NKL Law. Kim’s practices includes strategic patent prosecution, and patent opinion work with respect to validity and infringement of patents. He is technically focused on the mechanical and electrical art. Mr. Kim obtained his J.D. cum laude from Handong International Law School and completed his Master of Laws degree (LL.M.) in IP Law at The George Washington University Law School. He has experienced for eight years as an engineer with Hyundai Motor Company. He served as the president of Korean American Intellectual Property Bar Association.

[Session 2] IP Dispute

Introduction to recent U.S. case studies for in-house counsel

Junghwan(Jay) Kim joined Patent Licensing Team of SK hynix Semiconductor Inc. in 2005 and has been handling major patent dispute matters for over 20 years. Notably, he worked on Rambus patent litigations and negotiations as a staff member and was awarded the SUPEX (Super Excellent Level) Pursuing Award that is the highest recognition within the SK group. He is currently in charge of patent disputes and negotiations as a head of Patent licensing team at SK hynix inc.

[Session 2] IP Dispute

Discussion on Practical Strategies for Global Patent Litigation

He began his career at LG Chem in 2005, where he was responsible for patent development, analysis, strategy, and intellectual property (IP) system management across the company. In 2017, he moved to LG Hausys (now LX Hausys), where he led numerous domestic and international patent litigation cases, strengthening the company’s global IP competitiveness. He currently serves as a Principal Manager in the Intellectual Property Team at LX Hausys, overseeing corporate IP strategy and dispute resolution. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Yonsei University, a Master’s degree from Chungnam National University, and completed an LL.M. program at the University of Washington, further solidifying his expertise in the field of intellectual property.

[Session 2] IP Dispute

Discussion on Practical Strategies for Global Patent Litigation

· (Present, 2021–present)  Head of IP Center, CJ CheilJedang Co., Ltd.
· (2002–2021) Legal Affairs Office, CJ Corporation
· (Present) Director, Korean Intellectual Property Society (KIPLA); Director, Korea Trademark & Design Association (KOTA); Member, Committee for Institutional Reform of the Unfair Competition Prevention and Trade Secret Protection Act
· (Former, 2023–2024) Adjunct Professor, Department of Economics, Kyonggi University
· (2020–2023) Chair / Vice Chair, Planning & Coordination Committee, Korea Intellectual Property Association (KINPA)
· (2002) B.S. in Biological Sciences, Korea University

[Session 2] IP Dispute

Discussion on Practical Strategies for Global Patent Litigation

Mr. Boosun Hong, who is the head of IP Division in LG Display, has been part of all aspects of Intellectual Property related duties within LG Display, including but not limited to patent prosecution, transaction, and litigation/licensing since joining LG Display in 2002. With his extensive experience in the field of IP, he has supported many business projects in various alliance stages from early stage negotiation to due diligence, and to an establishment of an entity. He is a registered US Patent Agent as of 2012 and has served as the Chairperson of the Planning and Coordination Committee at KINPA from 2019 to 2022. In 2021, he was awarded the Master of Corporate Intellectual Property by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy of Korea.

[Session 2] IP Dispute

Discussion on Practical Strategies for Global Patent Litigation

Panjung Kim is a Korean Patent Attorney and U.S. lawyer with over 18 years of extensive experience in all areas of intellectual property. Throughout his career, he has advised world-class technology companies on a wide range of IP matters, including litigation, patent licensing, prosecution, asset acquisition, and strategy while working at Kim & Chang. He has also managed major IP litigation and licensing cases at Samsung Electronics and HL Mando Corporation. Panjung Kim earned his Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Seoul National University and obtained his Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree from the University of San Diego.

[Session 3] AI & IP Convergence

Utilization of Intellectual Property Practices Based on the Advancement of AX Technology

He joined LG Innotek in 2006, served as the team leader of Patent Prosecution Team, and have been leading the IP Division since 2023. LG Innotek, a leading component company in electronics, mobility and robotics, is securing IP rights beyond technology by strengthening its step-by-step IP portfolio and developing standard essential patents through IP-R&D activities. Furthermore, LG Innotek guides R&D and business strategy through AX-based IP analysis, while also eliminating business risks and minimizing royalty costs by resolving IP litigation and disputes.

[Session 3] AI & IP Convergence

Major Issues and Global Trends in AI-related Patent Systems

Mr. SHIN Junho (Director, Patent Legal Administration Division) joined the Korean Intellectual Property Office (now the Ministry of Intellectual Property) in 1998 and has since served in patent examination and trial in the field of electrical and electronic engineering. He has also held positions as Technical Examiner at the Intellectual Property High Court of Korea and Intellectual Property Attaché at the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Japan. He earned his B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Seoul National University and his Master’s degree in Intellectual Property from Tokyo University of Science. He is also qualified as a Japanese Patent Attorney (Benrishi).

[Session 3] AI & IP Convergence

AI-Related Filing and Examination Trends, and Practical Issues in the IP5

[Education]
· B.A. in Materials Science and Metallurgy, POSTECH
· M.A. in Materials Science and Metallurgy, POSTECH
· LL.M. in Law, George Washington University of Law School

[Career]
· Former, Samsung Electro-Mechanics Intellectual Property Group
· Former, LG Electronics IP Center Licensing Team Leader
· Current, LG Electronics IP Center IP Management Division Leader (Vice President)
· Current, Attorney at Law (New York)

[Session 3] AI & IP Convergence

AI-Related Filing and Examination Trends, and Practical Issues in the IP5

Eungu KIM of Korean Patent attorney founded YUIL HIGHEST International Patent & Law Firm in 2009 and represents Korean and international companies in patent applications in fields such as semiconductors, displays, communications standards, secondary batteries, automobiles, and OLED materials. He co-authored "The Secret of the 1% Profitable Patent," and translated "Patent 3.0: Becoming an Intellectual Property Powerhouse Using AI," in Korean and published numerous articles, including "Pay for the National Anthem." He currently researches and publishes on artificial intelligence(AI), quantum computers, brain science, and cosmology.

[Session 3] AI & IP Convergence

AI-Related Filing and Examination Trends, and Practical Issues in the IP5

Yingyan Li founded Li & N IP Group in 2018. Possess over 23 years of experience in patent prosecution, appeals, invalidati-ons, litigation, and overseas filings. Extensive hands-on experience in patent prosecution and trial proceedings across the IP5 jurisdictions. Frequently invited to deliver lectures by the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), Korean Intellectual Property Office, KIPO (now the Ministry of Intellectual Property, MOIP), the Japan Patent Office (JPO), and intellectual property professional associations worldwide.

[Session 3] AI & IP Convergence

AI-Related Filing and Examination Trends, and Practical Issues in the IP5

Sungho Kim began his career as a patent attorney at Kim & Chang in 1997 and established KNP-COSS Patent & Law Office in 2001. Since 2011, he has been an attorney at Anderson Mori & Tomotsune, one of Japan's "Big Four" law firms. Mr. Kim possesses extensive experience and a proven track record in patent filing and dispute resolution for Korean companies entering the Japanese market. Notably, he is not only well-versed in the latest AI technologies but also focuses on leveraging his expertise to provide strategic advice to companies during the AI automation (Automation) of patent operations, utilizing cutting-edge tools such as AI agents and MCP (Multi-agent Collaboration Platform).

[Session 3] AI & IP Convergence

AI-Related Filing and Examination Trends, and Practical Issues in the IP5

Dr. Ralph Nack is the Reporter General of AIPPI and heads the policy and academic work of the association worldwide. He is a member of the board of directors of AIPPI since 2014. In his private practice, he is a German and UPC patent litigator. He heads one of the most active SEP/FRAND litigation teams in the European market. He further focusses on life sciences, medical devices, network security, semiconductors, and OLED technology.

[Session 4] IP Governance

Strategic Use of IP Data in the AI Era: Considerations for Implementing AI IP Intelligence

With over 20 years of hands-on experience in corporate IP strategy and analytics, he has expanded his scope into in-house technology intelligence consulting grounded in Management of Technology (MOT) and currently leads the organization’s AI transformation. He focuses on elevating executive communication of IP insights and strives to be a practical leader who connects data-driven decision-making with on-the-ground adoption. He holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and an M.S. in Technology Management, both from Hanyang University.

[Session 4] IP Governance

IP Disclosure to Strategic Management: Utilizing IP Data for Sustainable Value Creation

Executive Managing Director, WIPS Sales and Marketing Div., WIPS Co.,Ltd
As head of sales and marketing, she has performed patent strategy and R&D planning consulting for 20 years. She received a doctorate in technology management from Sungkyunkwan University and is currently working as an adjunct professor in the Department of Industrial Engineering at the same university. Also serves as an expert member of the Presidential Council on Intellectual Property’s Expert Committee and a Board Member of Korea Association for Intellectual Property Services. Received the Intellectual Property Service Industry Award for contribution to the development of the IP industry.

[Session 4] IP Governance

IP Governance

After joining the company as a researcher of Korea Machinery Company(Hanwha Group) in 1990, he joined the patent team of LS Cable & System in 2001 after serving as the head of the IP center after working at Daewoo Motor Company’s Research Institute in 1993, and is now devoted to overseas litigation at LS Cable & System. The biggest problem that general companies can experience is that they are vulnerable to patent attacks from advanced companies, and the biggest achievement while working at LS Cable is that it has increased Patent Counter Attack Power by acquiring Making Patents using Patent Making techniques, defended patent attacks from a number of advanced companies, and is creating management performance (patent royalty, etc.) by aggressively utilizing patents. He graduated from Yonsei University's Department of Mechanical Engineering and worked at LS Cable & received a master's degree in intellectual property law by going to Yonsei University's Graduate School of Law with the support of the company. He was an early founding member of KINPA and also served as the chairman of the IP Management Division.

[Session 4] IP Governance

IP Governance

Mr. Kyunghwa Min is the Senior Vice President of the IP Group at LG Chem, where he leads the company’s global intellectual property strategy. He holds a bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering from Seoul National University and passed both the Korean Technical Higher Civil Service Examination and the National Bar Examination. Prior to joining LG, he served as a judge and later led legal and IP teams within the LG Group, driving strategic growth in the company’s intellectual property portfolio. He is a licensed attorney in both Korea and California, USA, and currently serves as Vice Chairperson of the Korea Intellectual Property Association (KINPA), contributing to the advancement of IP policy and industry collaboration at both domestic and global levels.

[Session 4] IP Governance

IP Governance

Eunseol Na is currently the Team Leader of the Intellectual Property Team at Amorepacific, overseeing the company’s IP strategy and operations. She spent nearly a decade as a trademark attorney at Kim & Chang, gaining extensive experience in domestic and international IP practice. She later served for 12 years as a patent examiner at the Korean Intellectual Property Office (now the Ministry of Intellectual Property), contributing to IP examination and policy development. Ms. Na holds a Bachelor's degree in Humanities from Yonsei University and earned her LL.M. in Intellectual Property Law from Queen Mary University of London.

[Session 5] Generative AI in Trademark & Design Practice

Beyond Boundaries: The Role of Intellectual Property and Legal Affairs in the Age of AI

Seou Kim oversees CJ Corporation’s intellectual property affairs, covering patents, trademarks, designs, copyrights, OSS management, and AI/IT advisory. She addresses IP challenges arising from the Fourth Industrial Revolution and digital transformation, while providing broad IP and legal support for new businesses. She is engaged in trademark and design protection and reviews copyright and legal issues related to generative AI, from training data to outputs. As the group’s IP control tower, Kim leads IP strategy with affiliates.

[Session 5] Generative AI in Trademark & Design Practice

Beyond Brand Protection: Addressing Evolving IP Threats in the AI Era

After earning a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University, he gained experience in machine learning research and product development at LG Electronics and Coupang. He then served as a Tech Lead at Google, working on Search services and AI model optimization, and later took on new challenges as a CTO at a startup. Currently, he is the Head of Artificial Intelligence at MarqVision, where he focuses on transforming AI into real-world value.

[Session 5] Generative AI in Trademark & Design Practice

Strategies for Managing Soft IP (Focusing on Trademarks and Copyrights) in the AI Era

He has spent 26 years exclusively in IP work, starting at LG Chem and later transitioning to LG H&H. With expertise in both patents and soft IP, he has successfully managed major cases and disputes globally, contributing to LG H&H’s IP protection and strategy. His focus is on developing IP strategies that enhance both brand value and technological competitiveness, aiming to strengthen LG H&H’s global competitiveness and sustainable growth.

[Session 5] Generative AI in Trademark & Design Practice

AI-Based Online Brand Protection and Intellectual Property Infringement Response

Wegofair Inc. CEO
IAM Patent Firm, Partner Patent attorney
IBM System Engineer
Stolmar & Partner (Germany), Of Counsel.

[Session 6] Brand & Design and Technological & Trend Shifts

Necessity of Revising Design Protection Law in Light of Technological Progress

PARK Hae Rim is a Professor of Industrial Design at Konkuk University with 25 years of experience spanning design policy, planning, and development in both public and private sectors. At LG Electronics, he built practical expertise in advanced design and strategy formation. Subsequently, at the Korean Intellectual Property Office (now the Ministry of Intellectual Property, MOIP) and the Intellectual Property Trial and Appeal Board (IPTAB), he managed design and trademark policy and related legislative work, establishing effective cooperation with central government bodies. He leads industry–academia partnerships and mentors emerging designers, while actively engaging in policy initiatives to safeguard designers’ rights and to advance design and trademark systems. His current interests include design/IP governance, evidence-based policy for creativity and similarity assessments, and the alignment of design practice with intellectual property law.

[Session 6] Brand & Design and Technological & Trend Shifts

Necessity of Revising Design Protection Law in Light of Technological Progress

Mr. YOUN leads Hyundai Motor's IP strategy and portfolio for its transition to a Smart Mobility Solution Provider. He focuses on securing IP in future technologies like SDVs, electrification, and hydrogen energy by protecting core tech from early R&D. He strengthens international standardization, design, and IP intelligence, while securing tech leadership and expanding IP utilization through global cooperation to drive Hyundai's sustainable growth.

[Session 6] Brand & Design and Technological & Trend Shifts

Necessity of Revising Design Protection Law in Light of Technological Progress

He currently works as a patent attorney at Haeum Patent & Law Firm and has lectured at Kookmin University since 2017. He specializes in design-related intellectual property rights. He has worked in the design side of global patent litigation between Samsung Electronics and Apple, and frequently lectures at the International Intellectual Property Training and the Korea Invention Promotion Association. He graduated from Yonsei University with a degree in Biology and Korea University with a degree in Electronic Engineering, and received a master’s degree in intellectual property studies from Hongik University.

[Session 6] Brand & Design and Technological & Trend Shifts

Necessity of Revising Design Protection Law in Light of Technological Progress

Dr. Jihoon Kim is a Senior deputy director of the Ministry of Intellectual Property. Using his years of multidisciplinary experience in the engineering and design field, Dr. Kim assists KIPO (now the MOIP) with bridging the gap between public policy and industry in intellectual property matters. He holds Ph.D. in industrial design from the KAIST and a master of design and a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Hongik univ. in Seoul.

[Session 6] Brand & Design and Technological & Trend Shifts

Issues on Trademark and Copyright Clearance in the Drama Production Process

He serves as the head of the legal team (General Counsel) at SBS Broadcasting Station. While working at SBS for 20 years, he has provided legal advice and performed litigation for various programs such as dramas, entertainment, current affairs, and news. SBS is one of Korea's three major terrestrial broadcasting companies, ranking first in viewership ratings for all major programs such as dramas, and produces and broadcasts programs of various genres and supplies content both domestically and internationally through global OTTs. After graduating from Sogang University's Department of German Literature, Ahn Jae-hyung obtaimed a master's degree from Sogang University ‘s Graduate School of Law and passed the 44th bar exam in 2002. Currently, he serves as senior vice president of the Korea Entertainment Law Association, vice president of the Korea In-house Bar Association, and arbitrator of the Korean Commercial Arbitration Institute, and lectures on intellectual property rights at Sogang University.

[Special Session] Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Session

Patent Term Extension Reform and Its Implications for Pharma-Bio IP

Since 2019, Mr. IM has led the IP team at VORONOI, INC. as Head of IP and a Korean patent attorney, overseeing strategic patent filings, trials, litigation, and managing the global IP portfolio, as well as advising licensing, technology transfer, and commercial contracts. Previously, he worked about nice years at Kim & Chang in the Chemistry Group, handling patents, trials, litigation, and M&A across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, batteries, and semiconductors. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical and Biological Engineering from Seoul National University, and an MBA in AI Strategic Management from Seoul School of Integrated Sciences & Technologies.

[Special Session] Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Session

Patent Term Extension Reform and Its Implications for Pharma-Bio IP

She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Pharmacy from Seoul National University, followed by a bachelor’s degree in Law from Korea National Open University and a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from Boston University School of Law. Building on her expertise that bridges both pharmacy and law, she began her career in 2004 as a patent attorney at Kim & Chang, where she handled a wide range of intellectual property matters in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology fields. She later joined the IP group at Samsung Bioepis, leading global intellectual property strategies. Currently, she serves as a vice president and head of the IP team at Hanmi Science, overseeing the company’s IP portfolio and strategy, and driving innovation and competitiveness in the pharmaceutical industry.

[Special Session] Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Session

Patent Term Extension Reform and Its Implications for Pharma-Bio IP

After beginning my career at a patent law firm, I joined Yuhan Corporation in 2008 and have since spent 17 years in IP roles. As Head of the IP Team, I lead patent litigation, licensing strategy, and patent portfolio development and management in close collaboration with R&D and business stakeholders.

[Customized Seminar A]

Redefining IP and Innovation with Intelligent AI Agents

Guan Dian, co-founder, CMO, and APAC general manager at PatSnap
Ms. Guan Dian is the Co-Founder, General Manager for Asia Pacific and Chief Marketing Officer atPatsnap. ​She holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Systems from the National University of Singapore and completed the Overseas College Techno-Entrepreneurship program at Stanford University.​ A key figure in Patsnap’s journey to unicorn status, Guan Dian played a pivotal role in its fundraising efforts. She has championed customer-centric initiatives, including the launch of Patsnap Academy—a specialized curriculum designed for IP and R&D professionals—and has cultivated a thriving innovation ecosystem by building strategic partnerships with government agencies, academic institutions, and industry leaders.​ Currently, she leads Patsnap’s business expansion across Japan, South Korea, and Southeast Asia, while also overseeing global marketing and public relations for the Singapore-founded tech unicorn.  

[Customized Seminar B]

Efficiency and AI Utilization Enabled by IPfolio

She holds a Master of Science degree from Tokyo Institute of Technology. She began his career at Panasonic, where he spent six years at the headquarters R&D division, primarily managing patent prosecution related to lithium-ion battery technologies. He later joined Thomson Reuters, now known as Clarivate, as a Solution Consultant. In this role, he has supported a wide range of intellectual property solutions, including Derwent, Darts-ip, Innography, and IPfolio, helping clients optimize their IP strategies and workflows.

[Customized Seminar C]

Potential Trademark Risks in the Global Expansion of K-Contents: Generative AI–Powered Diagnostic Intelligence

Sangil Jeong, founder of MarkCloud and patent attorney with 20 years of experience, develops brand-protection solutions using standardized IP data and generative AI with RAG. With refined IP5 trademark data, MarkCloud provides search, registrability checks, non-use detection, and early warning of overseas preemptive filings via MarkView. Leveraging filing and dispute expertise, Jeong built automation for evidence, reports, and alerts to enhance trademark strategy and risk response.

[Customized Seminar D]

Patent Eligibility (§101) of AI-Related Inventions – Standards and Strategies

Jihun Kim, founding and managing partner of Bridgeway IP, is a U.S. patent attorney and former Korean patent attorney with over 20 years of experience in patents across semiconductors, electronics, telecommunications, displays, batteries, and automotive technologies. He has secured numerous standard-related patents, including MPEG and telecom standards, in both Korea and the U.S. Mr. Kim has drafted key patents for major semiconductor companies, advised leading automotive suppliers on next-generation vehicle technologies, and handled over 1,000 U.S. patent filings. He is also experienced in patent disputes, monetization, and lectures on U.S. patent strategy.

[Customized Seminar E]

Privilege Protection, Extraterritoriality and Infringement under U.S. Patent Law

Ryan McCrum co-chairs the Firm's ITC practice and has 25 years of experience handling high-stakes patent litigation. Clients describe Ryan as "one of the best patent litigators we have had."

[Customized Seminar E]

Privilege Protection, Extraterritoriality and Infringement under U.S. Patent Law

David Maiorana co-chairs the Firm’s IP litigation practice and is a trial lawyer with a combination of experience as a USPTO Examiner and nearly 30 years litigating complex IP matters. They have litigated in the district courts, the ITC, and at the USPTO. They have deep experience in diverse technology areas, including electronics, consumer products, e-cigarettes, teeth whitening, diapers, fem care, antibodies, self-inflating tires, flash memory, and digital cameras.

[Customized Seminar E]

Recent Updates From the international trade commission (ITC)

Collin has been counseling clients on patent litigation, licensing, prosecution, and portfolio management for nearly 30 years. He represents clients before district courts across the US, the US International Trade Commission (ITC), and the US Patent and Trademark Office. Collin holds B.S. and M.E. degrees in electrical engineering from the University of Virginia and a J.D. degree from The George Washington University Law School. He is fluent in Korean.

[Customized Seminar E]

Recent Updates From the international trade commission (ITC)

Stephanie litigates high-stakes intellectual property disputes, focusing on Section 337 investigations before the US ITC. She has specialized knowledge of ITC-specific issues, including domestic industry, injury, remedy, bond, and public interest. Stephanie has represented clients in over 40 ITC investigations, involving a range of technologies, including mechanical devices, standard essential video coding technology, and wireless technology. She has litigated claims in the ITC concerning trade secret misappropriation, copyright, trademark infringement, and unfair competition. Stephanie earned a B.S. in mechanical engineering from the University of Texas and a J.D. from John Marshall Law School.

[Special Seminar]

Choosing Foreign Counsel: What Do Korean Companies Really Value?

Junghoon Kenneth Oh is currently a senior foreign attorney at Kim & Chang and is admitted to practice in New York, New Jersey, and before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (PTO). Mr. Oh began his career as a patent examiner at the U.S. PTO and subsequently spent 13 years at leading Korean law firms. Then served as Senior Vice President and Head of the IP Center at LG Display for 14 years, where he managed global patent portfolios, patent acquisitions and sales, licensing negotiations, regulatory approvals, arbitration, and litigation across multiple jurisdictions, including the United States, Korea, Germany, Japan, and China. Mr. Oh also served as President of the Korea Intellectual Property Association and as a board member of the International Trademark Association.

[Special Seminar]

Choosing Foreign Counsel: What Do Korean Companies Really Value?

Andrew (Sanghun) Lee is a seasoned patent attorney specializing in high-tech patent matters. His practice focuses on patent litigation and advising clients on patent licensing and patent prosecution. Since his admission to the State Bar of California, he has expanded his practice to assisting Korean clients with their IP litigations in the US. In close coordination with US counsel, he has successfully assisted numerous Korean companies navigate complex US proceedings before the US federal district courts, Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB), and the US International Trade Commission (ITC).

[Special Seminar]

Choosing Foreign Counsel: What Do Korean Companies Really Value?

He is currently serving as the Head of the Patent Team at Top Engineering Co., Ltd., where he is responsible for creating patents with high potential for utilization, providing IP information analysis that directly supports business decision-making, and resolving disputes. In particular, he has successfully responded to numerous patent infringement litigations brought by leading global companies, thereby contributing significantly to the company’s global business expansion and revenue growth. He also serves as Chair of the Planning and Coordination Committee and Chair of the Education Committee at the Korea Intellectual Property Association (KINPA), as well as a member of the Quality Review Committee at the Korean Intellectual Property Trial and Appeal Board (KIPTAB).

[Special Seminar]

Choosing Foreign Counsel: What Do Korean Companies Really Value?

Sangmi HAN works, as an in-house counsel, with KT at IP right department for 12 years and now leads a team which is in charge of IP strategy, patent prosecution and patent analysis. She has streamlined a patent portfolio to be suitable for structures of KT business and technology, and now focuses on patent strategy for protecting company’s business and technology and strengthening patent portfolios. After joining KT, she became a member of the Korean Intellectual Property Association(KINPA) and led the IP Management subcommittee of KINPA for 3 years. Now, she is a vice chair of International Cooperation Committee of KINPA and participates in the annual IP5 Heads of Office and IP5 Industry meetings, where she catches up international IP policies for harmonization and presents opinions on IP5’s patent policies and NET/AI issues. Prior to KT, she worked as a patent attorney in Korea, representing Korean electronics clients and various international, Fortune 100 electronics clients before KIPO (now the MOIP). In addition, she was used to work in U.S., representing Korean electronics clients before USPTO.

[Special Seminar]

Choosing Foreign Counsel: What Do Korean Companies Really Value?

Kim Juneung, who serves as the head of the IP Strategy Team at LG Display, joined LG Display's IP team in 2003 and has since been engaged in various IP tasks, including patent application, litigation, and licensing. Currently, he continues his research on Korean-style IP monetization. Additionally, as the head of the IP Strategy Team, he is responsible for overall tasks ranging from the appointment of domestic and international agents to the completion of transactions.

[Special Seminar]

Choosing Foreign Counsel: What Do Korean Companies Really Value?

With over 18 years of experience in intellectual property management, I have been responsible for overseeing group-level IP operations at CJ Corporation. Since 2022, I have served as the Head of the Trademark and Design Team at CJ CheilJedang, and as of July 2025, I have been working as the Head of the Food IP Team. Additionally, I actively contribute as a member of the Trademark and Design Trial Quality Evaluation Committee, a member of the Trademark System Improvement Committee, and an Open Examination Committee member for design at KIPO (now the MOIP).

[CIPO Summit]

Coaching IP Leadership

Mr. Min was born in 1966 and graduated from Korea University in 1988. He earned an LL.M. degree from New York University School of Law in 2007 and passed the New York bar exam. He joined the Patent Licensing team of Hyundai Electronics (now SK hynix) in 1993, served as head of the IP Office at SK hynix, and is currently a Management Consultant for SK hynix. He led patent litigations with Rambus in the United States from 2000 to 2013. He was appointed as the 7th President of the Korea Intellectual Property Association (KINPA) in 2020 and was reelected as the 8th President in 2022. During his term, despite the COVID-19 situation, he successfully led the KINPA by expanding its member companies and serving as a bridge between the industry and the government.

[CIPO Summit]

Coaching IP Leadership

Junghoon Kenneth Oh is currently a senior foreign attorney at Kim & Chang and is admitted to practice in New York, New Jersey, and before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (PTO). Mr. Oh began his career as a patent examiner at the U.S. PTO and subsequently spent 13 years at leading Korean law firms. Then served as Senior Vice President and Head of the IP Center at LG Display for 14 years, where he managed global patent portfolios, patent acquisitions and sales, licensing negotiations, regulatory approvals, arbitration, and litigation across multiple jurisdictions, including the United States, Korea, Germany, Japan, and China. Mr. Oh also served as President of the Korea Intellectual Property Association and as a board member of the International Trademark Association.

[CIPO Summit]

Coaching IP Leadership

Since 2021, Hosik has been leading all Avanci’s efforts in South Korea as Head of the Korean Market Unit. He was heavily involved in the creation and launch of the Avanci Broadcast Platform (ATSC 3.0) and in the expansion of Avanci Vehicle licensing programs (4G and 5G) to include all key Korean automakers and patent licensors. Before joining Avanci, Hosik was Senior Vice President & head of the Licensing Team at Samsung Electronics’ IP Center where he worked for 35 years. During his career at Samsung, he was responsible for all aspects of intellectual property matters, including litigation, licensing, patent acquisition, and strategy.