Ben joined EIP from the IP department at Dyson where he was responsible for managing patent portfolios in the fields of motors and power systems, automotive powertrains, automotive electronics and electrical engineering.

At Dyson Ben’s role comprised creating and implementing global patent filing strategies, conducting freedom-to-operate reviews and liaising with IP counsel on the drafting and prosecution of patent applications, worldwide. He also has experience in opposition and appeal proceedings, and in the monitoring of third-party rights.

Prior to Dyson Ben spent five years at a UK IP firm where he worked for clients in technology areas including medical and healthcare devices, mechanical and electrical engineering, physics and electronics.