Ljubljana Integrating IP, Finance, and Valuation Workshop

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In February 2026, INTA will kick off its global workshop series in Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, marking the beginning of a multi-continent initiative that will span Europe, Asia, and Latin America. This first workshop will bring together professionals in finance, law, and business to explore the financial and strategic importance of intellectual property and the growing significance of intangible assets.

This Workshop will spotlight opportunities for commercializing IP in Slovenia and Croatia. It will highlight the role of IP in building a knowledge-based economy, demonstrating how intangible assets—such as patents, trademarks, and trade secrets—can drive innovation, competitiveness, and sustainable growth. Through expert-led panels and networking opportunities, registrants will gain practical insights into IP valuation, investment strategies, and the evolving regulatory landscape. 

This workshop is ideal for executives, legal advisors, financial analysts, venture capitalists, and others seeking to understand how intellectual capital shapes modern economies. It will also serve as a platform for engaging regional stakeholders, including banks, policymakers, and academic leaders, to foster dialogue on the future of IP and finance in Slovenia and Croatia. 

Date: February 10, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM (CET)
Format: In-person
Location: Ljubljana Castle (Ljubljanski grad)
Free of charge

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Schedule

2:00 pm–2:15 pm
Welcome and Introductory Remarks

Speakers:

  • Karin Žvokelj, Director of the Slovenian Intellectual Property Office (Slovenia)
  • Ljiljana Kuterovac, Director General of the State Intellectual Property Office of Croatia (Croatia)
  • Etienne Sanz de Acedo, CEO, International Trademark Association (USA)

2:15 pm–3:15 pm
Capitalizing on Creativity and Innovation: IP Financing and Europe’s Knowledge Economy

Kick off the day with a strategic discussion on how intellectual property and intangible assets are shaping the transition to a knowledge‑based economy, with a focus on Slovenia and Croatia. This session explores how IP drives innovation, competitiveness, sustainable growth, and economic resilience in Slovenia and Croatia.

The panel will also present case studies of successful IP financing, highlighting public–private collaborations that expand access to capital. Speakers will examine the strategies, benefits, and risks of using IP as collateral, showcasing how businesses and policymakers are unlocking financial opportunities, transforming traditional lending models, and attracting investment through effective IP‑led economic development.

Moderator:

  • Lara Ljubičić, Founder Lara Ljubičić Law Office, (Croatia)

Speakers:

  • Professor Dr. Gregor Anderluh, Head of the National Institute of Chemistry (Slovenia)
  • Andrej Grubišić, Managing Partner at GKCF (Croatia)
  • Gorazd Lampič, Founder & CEO at Quantum Wave Ltd (Slovenia)

3:15 pm–3:45 pm
Break

3:45 pm–4:30 pm
Multi-jurisdictional Financial Collaboration: Learnings and Best Practices  

Listen to various perspectives on multi-jurisdictional financial collaboration across Slovenia and beyond and its impacts on investment. Discussions will cover the impact of the EU Capital Markets Union and provide guidance for investors on managing a multi-jurisdictional financial landscape. 

Moderator:

  • Jana Klarić, Attorney at Law, Dennemeyer & Associates (Croatia)

Speakers:

  • Igor Lončarski, Full Professor at the School of Economics and Business, University of Ljubljana (Slovenia)
  • Karin Lušnic, Partner at BDO Svetovanje d.o.o. (Slovenia)
  • Branimir Puškarić, Intellectual Property Counsel at Rimac Technology LLC (Croatia)
  • Matej Zalar, Director at the Slovenian Export and Development Bank (Slovenia)

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