E005 Journey Through Big Law, Tech, and Strategic Leadership | Eric B. Topel | Ivory GC

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In this episode of Ivory GC, host Brian Becker welcomes Eric Topel, a seasoned legal executive now with PatSnap, to discuss his diverse experiences in big law, corporate leadership, and the evolving tech industry. Starting his career with commercial and employment litigation roles at Proskauer Rose and Epstein Becker, Eric then transitioned to Danone, where he honed his skills as a well-rounded attorney, overseeing compliance initiatives like antibribery and anticompetition, and playing a role in Danone's transformation into a Public Benefit Corporation.

Eric later joined UiPath after its Series C funding round, helping the company scale its U.S. operations and working on data privacy, corporate governance, and IPO preparations. He shares his insights into managing rapid growth, navigating strategic pauses to align revenue and expenses, and balancing the ambition of IPOs with other liquidity options.

At Socure, Eric’s work included M&A, financing support, and corporate legal functions. Now at PatSnap, he oversees strategic initiatives, delegating to his team, and exploring the company’s IP portfolio, especially in areas like AI and AI-generated content.

Join us for Eric’s fascinating journey across industries, his insights on building resilient teams, and lessons on strategic growth in tech and law.

We hope you enjoyed this episode! :)
- The Ivory GC team

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