IP Playbook: Creativity, Protection, and Growth in Sports

Thursday, April 23, 2026
2:00 - 4:30 pm
Nationwide Arena

Event Agenda

April 23, 2026

2:00 - 3:30 PM
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General Counsel

Columbus Blue Jackets

Lou Brown FIFA

Senior Counsel, Generalist & Director, Special Projects

FIFA

M Stephenson

VP of Media & Content

Columbus Blue Jackets

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Associate

Vorys

From developing new technologies and slogans to managing global brands and enforcing rights, discover how IP fuels creativity and business strategy. Gain a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and opportunities facing sports organizations today.

3:30 - 4:30 PM
Reception

About the Event

What do FIFA and the Columbus Blue Jackets have in common?

Both will take the stage as panelists at Vorys’ World IP Day celebration: IP Playbook—Creativity, Protection and Growth in Sports.

Join us at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio for a dynamic conversation on how intellectual property drives innovation, strengthens brands and shapes global business strategy in sports. 

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Location

Nationwide Arena

 

 200 W. Nationwide Blvd.

 Columbus, OH 43215

Registration