Fergal Clarke is a senior patent licensing professional with more than 20 years of experience in intellectual property strategy, specializing in standard-essential patent (SEP) licensing. He previously held roles at Lenovo and Rambus, where he represented both licensees and licensors in complex SEP matters. Known for a pragmatic, commercially focused approach, he has led high stakes licensing negotiations with global counterparties and worked across legal, engineering, and business teams to align IP strategy with broader commercial goals. Fergal is currently Director of SEP Strategy at Schneider Electric, where he supports the company’s expanding digital business by shaping SEP strategy, optimizing licensing outcomes, and engaging in standards development and regulatory discussions. His work helps ensure that Schneider Electric’s use of standardized technologies supports innovation, business growth, and long-term strategic objectives.