Branimir Puskaric, LLM (Strasbourg) has been developing and spearheading IP matters in Rimac Group companies since 2019 as an accomplished and seasoned counsel, from the creation of the company's IP portfolio to developing and implementing IP strategies to optimize asset value and protect intellectual property, to the current engagement with Rimac Technology as the Company’s Intellectual Property Counsel. Notable field areas are innovation nurturing and harvesting patent, trademarks, designs portfolio oversight and development, copyright protection, ensuring compliance with open-source software regulations, and conducting IP support and due diligence in high-stakes corporate transactions. Strong focus on steering and empowering cross-functional IP topics, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented work culture to promote continuous professional development. Previous extensive (10+ years) experience as an Attorney at Law in a boutique IP Law Firm, Certified Mediator using ADR methods, and actively serving member of Croatia's Council of experts for copyright matters.