June 16, 2026
Protecting Your Ideas: IP Basics for Small Businesses
This event is in collaboration with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Join the U.S. Small Business Administration’s 6 New England District Offices and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for an introductory workshop on how intellectual property can protect and grow your small business.
Learn the basics of:
- Patents
- Trademarks
- Copyrights
- Trade secrets—and how each can add value to your small business
You will also receive an overview of SBA resources available to help entrepreneurs and small businesses start, grow, and succeed.
The U.S. Small Business Administration provides programs and services on a nondiscriminatory basis. Moreover, SBA can make reasonable arrangements for persons with disabilities if requested at least two weeks in advance.
The SBA’s participation does not endorse any opinion, product, or service of the organizations in attendance. The SBA organizes informational workshops for business development purposes only.