Mr. Katsaros is a registered Patent Agent (2001) who has prosecuted technologies ranging from nuclear reactor metallurgical systems to digital cameras. In addition, he has performed valuations of intellectual property for litigation and has developed methodologies for worldwide IP strategies. Mr. Katsaros has 15 years experience in product development working in the USA and China. This work has ranged from patent-centered ideation and specification development to launching production. As a recognized advocate for entrepreneurship, Mr. Katsaros sits on the Advisory Council for the University of Colorado's Bard Center for Entrepreneurship. Recently, Mr. Katsaros developed two commercially successful products, has been awarded Solidworks (a CAD program) top honor, and raised over $2m for a start-up. One of Mr. Katsaros products grossed $14m in 1996 and caused a paradigm shift in the alpine ski industry.

BAR ADMISSIONS:

• U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Registered Patent Agent, 2001

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:

• American Intellectual Property Law Association - Member
• American Society of Mechanical Engineers - Member
• Bard Center for Entrepreneurship - Advisory Council
• National Association of Patent Practitioners - Member

COMMERCIALIZED WORKS:

• Eliminator Fog-Free Fan for HaberVision - 2008
• Sidekick Toy Vehicle for SprigToys - 2008
• Valo Track Lighting for Lights Now (Westinghouse) - 1999
• Gantry Milling Machine Design for Logixx Automation - 1998
• Stacks Risers for Dynastar Skis - 1995