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Program occurred September 27, 2025
Alumni Reunion Weekend | September 26-27, 2025
As the U.S. navigates rapid technological change, global competition, and evolving regulation, the future of American innovation is at a crossroads. This forward-looking program brings together thought leaders in law, technology, and policy (Colleen Chien, BCLT, UC Berkeley Law; Abigail Dillen, Earthjustice; Mark Mao, Boiues Schiller Flexner LLP) to explore how the U.S. can maintain its edge in critical areas like AI, intellectual property, and emerging industries. Participants will gain insights into how legal frameworks, public policy, and global dynamics intersect to shape the next era of innovation.
You’ll learn how to:
- Understand the legal and policy forces influencing U.S. innovation and competitiveness
- Evaluate how AI, data, and IP laws are redefining the innovation economy
- Identify strategies for fostering responsible growth in emerging technologies
Speakers:
Colleen Chien, BCLT, UC Berkeley Law
Abigail Dillen, Earthjustice
Mark Mao, Boiues Schiller Flexner LLP
Moderator:
Wayne Stacy, BCLT, UC Berkeley Law