Petra Simoncic is an accomplished Intellectual Property professional with extensive experience across various industries. She currently manages IPGATE AG’s IP portfolios including finding licensing solutions.  Petra’s expertise extends to managing corporate IP activities including invention extraction, patent drafting and filing, prosecution and portfolio maintenance, defining IP strategy, conducting IP due diligence for M&A deals, and offering Freedom to Operate and Business Intelligence and Landscaping Patent Analytics Services.

She has held key roles, such as Chief Innovation Officer and Chief Executive Officer, where she spearheaded technology development, IP creation, and licensing initiatives. With a strong scientific background, she has led projects in R&D and held IP responsibilities at leading organizations. Petra’s leadership and strategic insights have been instrumental in driving innovation and maximizing the value of IP assets.