David J. Kappos is a partner at Cravath. He is a leader in the field of intellectual property, including IP management and strategy, the development of global IP norms, laws and practices as well as commercialization and enforcement of innovation-based assets. From 2009 to 2013, Mr. Kappos served as Under Secretary of Commerce and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). In that role, he advised the President, Secretary of Commerce and the Administration on IP policy matters.
Mr. Kappos led the Agency in dramatically reengineering its entire management and operational systems and its engagement with the global innovation community. He was instrumental in achieving the greatest legislative reform of the U.S. patent system in generations through passage and implementation of the 2011 Leahy-Smith America Invents Act. Prior to leading the USPTO, Mr. Kappos served as IBM’s chief intellectual property lawyer from 2003 to 2009. In that capacity, he managed all global IP activities for IBM. During his more than 25 years at IBM, he also served in a variety of other roles including litigation counsel and Asia Pacific IP counsel, where he led all aspects of IP protection, including licensing, transactions support and M&A activity for the Asia/Pacific region.

Kelly Slone is the current President and CEO of BioUtah where she is responsible for elevating the statue and influence of Utah's life sciences ecosystem by creating value for its members, fostering collaboration between industry, government and education to provide growth opportunities for BioUtah members. Prior to joining BioUtah, Kelly worked for National Venture Capital Association (NVCA), whose mission is to foster the understanding of the importance of venture capital to the vitality of the U.S. and global economies. Kelly was the lobbyist on public policy issues that impact the life sciences investors including; healthcare reform, FDA, coverage and payment. Kelly was also the primary lobbyist for the industry on intellectual property and small business issues. Kelly earned her Bachelor of Science Degree at the University of Utah.