What you own vs What you think you own

About this event

Jacques Stemmet will unpack one of the most misunderstood risks in early-stage companies: intellectual property ownership in a world of contractors, no-code tools, open-source software, and AI. This session explains what IP actually is in a startup context, where leakage typically happens, and how the use of AI tools changes ownership, risk, and investor expectations. Drawing on his experience advising across venture financing, private capital, and IP transactions, Jacques will guide you through what “good enough” IP hygiene looks like at different stages, and how to avoid mistakes that quietly undermine future funding, partnerships, or exits.