Practical Training and Workshops
For many founders, IP feels complicated and inaccessible. We can run tailored workshops and training sessions that cut through the jargon and explain the essentials – patents, trade marks, designs and copyright – in clear, practical terms.
These sessions give entrepreneurs the tools to recognise what is protectable, avoid common pitfalls and see IP as a core business asset now rather than something for to put on the “to do” list further down the line.
Early-Stage IP Strategy
Startups often operate under tight budgets and rapid timelines. We work with incubators to create simple, cost-effective strategies that prioritise what matters most at the beginning. That might mean securing trade mark protection for a new brand, registering a designs to protect a product’s visual appearance, of filing a patent for an invention before it is disclosed publicly.
Our advice will help your startups make smart, staged decisions that fit their growth trajectory.
Investor Readiness
For most incubator businesses, attracting funding is a critical part of the process. In fact, it is nothing less than “make or break”.
Investors expect to see a well-managed IP position before committing capital. We will help your startups prepare by auditing their IP, highlighting risks and recommending protection where it is needed. This not only reassures funders but also strengthens the company’s valuation.
Ongoing Portfolio Development
An intellectual property review and action plan is not a one-off exercise – it evolves alongside the business and it grows as the business grows.
As your members establish themselves, launch new products and expand into new markets, we can support them in whatever capacity they need. We ensure their rights are legally protected and their competitors are monitored, keeping pace with their business expansion.
Risk Management
Many startups underestimate the risk of infringing others’ rights. Some do not even give it a moment’s thought. A product launch or rebrand can be derailed if a competitor claims infringement.
We help your members reduce that risk through clearance searching and commercial risk-based advice, giving them confidence to move forward without legal surprises. Better to know what may lie ahead and be aware of any risks, rather than finding it out the hard way.
A Trusted Partner for Hubs
Incubator managers need to know their members are receiving reliable, practical advice. We tailor our support to the needs of each hub, working flexibly with founders while keeping an eye on the commercial realities. Our approach is collaborative: we act as an extension of your support network, adding IP expertise to the mentoring and resources you already provide.
Why SH&P?
• Extensive experience working with incubators, accelerators and early-stage ventures.
• Engaging, plain-English training for founders and teams.
• Clear, cost-effective strategies designed for startup budgets.
• Strong focus on investor expectations and due diligence requirements.
• Long-term partnership approach, supporting hubs and their members as they grow.
SH&P works hand in hand with incubator hubs to give fledgling startups the best start possible. We help you to help them, so that business founders protect their creative assets, manage risks and build strong, credible businesses. Together, we can equip the next generation of companies to thrive.
