The restriction and legislation of non-compete agreements is gaining traction around the country, with states and the federal government passing or proposing new restrictions on the clauses. This industry-led panel session will explore the impact of non-compete agreements on your trade secret strategy.
Part 1: Latest Update
- Federal Trade Commission latest priority on non-compete agreement and examine the Impact on Trade Secret Protection in an Ever Fluid Workforce
- Explore the Federal Trade Commission latest priority on non-compete agreement and examine its impact on trade secret protection in an ever fluid workforce
Part 2: Debate and Analysis
- How far will the proposed clause limit a company’s ability to protect their trade secrets when employees seek to switch employment?
- How will this affect function of the company?
- If the non-compete rule becomes enforceable, will other technical measures for trade secret become more important?
How will this affect the ability to prove trade secret misappropriation?
Monica Baig-Silva
Monica Baig-Silva (Vice President, Intellectual Property at Thermo Fisher Scientific) provides strategic counseling and intellectual property support for Thermo Fisher’s biotechnology, pharmaceutical and clinical trials businesses. With over 15 years of experience, Monica routinely handles all matters of intellectual property protection. In addition, Monica has extensive experience advising on matters related to IP infringement, employment agreements, contract negotiations, and cyber security. A champion of trade secret protections, Monica founded Thermo Fisher’s trade secret and risk assessment committee for internally monitoring company trade secret practices. Monica is currently a member of the Intellectual Property Organization’s trade secret committee.
