London College of Communication, Elephant & Castle, London, SE1 6SB

The event is delivered in two modules giving you a basic introduction to IP rights.

How not to get ripped off (Module 1)
When: 08.12.09 6-9pm (Presentations between 6-8pm drinks and networking until 9pm)
Where: Podium Lecture Theatre
This module will offer a basic guide to the law, covering the steps any creative professional should take in order to stop somebody else stealing or otherwise using their work without their permission
Please note this is the first of a two-part module event. Each must be booked individually, however we recommend that you take part in both modules. To book your place and find out more visit: http://www.own-it.org/events/how-to-protect-ideas-and-make-money-how-not-to-get-ripped-off-module-1

IP Quest, play the IP game (Module 2)
When: 15.12.09 at 2-5pm (refreshments provided)
Where: Media Boardroom M404
We are inviting creative business owners and sole traders to play a brand new game and have fun while using the IP knowledge they have gained in module 1. Ben Williams (patent attorney) will lead you through his board game, IP Quest, in which players direct fictional companies around the board making sales. Various IP-related challenges await them, which they must solve in order to win the game. Places are limited to 15 players. Please email Silvia Baumgart at silvia@own-it.org to apply for a place on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that you cannot book through the website for this event.
Please note each module must be booked individually, however you cannot take part in module 2 without booking module 1. Both modules are free to attend, for more details please visit: http://www.own-it.org/events/how-to-protect-ideas-and-make-money-ip-quest-play-the-ip-game-module-2