NBCC Summer Reception

SCALE Manchester 2026 brings together ambitious founders, investors, advisers and growth partners from across the North West for a day of networking, insight and practical discussions focused on scaling businesses. Marks & Clerk's Simon Portman will be attending and looking forward to connecting with businesses on innovation and IP strategy.

AI & IP Europe 2026 brings together leading IP professionals, in-house counsel and private practice experts to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping intellectual property law, strategy and innovation. Marks & Clerk is proud to return as a Bronze Sponsor, with Lara Sibley and Fiona Phillips hosting an expert roundtable session.

The 2026 AIPPI World Congress will bring together intellectual property professionals from around the globe in Hamburg for one of the industry's leading international events. Representing Marks & Clerk at this year's Congress are Mike Williams and Peter Roberts from the UK, James Baker and Kevin Shipley from Canada, Daniel Poh from Singapore, and Priya Krishnan from Malaysia.