Join Swanson Reed, UHY Haines Norton and Wrays for a practical workshop that will focus on the problems that every day companies face in protecting, and claiming incentives for their new products.
You will hear from three industry experts on a range of topics, including tax issues, R&D tax incentives and patent protection.
On conclusion of the presentation, participants will have an opportunity to ask the panel any specific questions in a friendly and constructive forum.
| Time | Presentation | Presenter | |
| 7:00am – 7:30am: | Session 1: Protecting Intellectual Property (IP) | Joe Seisdedos | |
| 7:30am – 8:00am: | Session 2: IP & Relevant Tax Considerations | Bill Charlton | |
| 8:00am – 8:30am: | Session 3: R&D Tax Incentives | Michael Oon | |
| 8:30am – 9:00am: | Session 4: Panel Q&A and Networking Opportunity | ||
| Joe Seisdedos | Bill Charlton | Michael Oon |
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| View Joe’s bio | View Bill’s bio | View Michael’s bio |
Wednesday, 18th June 2014
7am – 9am
Swanson Reed Boardroom
Level 11, 42-60 Albert St
Brisbane, 4000
Cost: Free!
Register Before: Friday 13th June
Full attendance at this workshop will yield 2 CPE hours towards the Tax Practitioners Board’s (TPB) CPE requirements.
Contact Amy Nolan for more information:
Ph: 07 3221 1499
Mob: 0435 713 493
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