Lalita M. Hamilton
Business Development | Expertise in Fintech & Emerging Tech Trends | IP-Venture Capital Expert | Strategic Leader in IP & Patent Policy | Attorney with Proven Track Record in Engagement & Investment Strategy
- Role
- Asst Outreach Coordinator-northeastern Region at USPTO
- Location
- Washington, DC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Lalita M. Hamilton
As a dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at the intersection of intellectual property, innovation, and venture capital, I excel in evaluating and investing in fintech and emerging technology startups. My expertise lies in understanding how intellectual property (patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets) influences investment strategies, enabling me to provide strategic leadership across both private and public sectors. CAREER PROFILE• Asst. Outreach Coordinator- Northeastern Region | USPTO | Jan 2025 – present• Senior Patent Analyst (Fintech, AI, and Emerging Technologies Group)| USPTO | May 2006 – Present• Venture Capital Fellow | Riptide Ventures | June 2022 – Jan 2025• VC Fellow | Early Light Ventures | Jan. 2022 – June 2022• Attorney Advisor (IP)| Office of Policy and International Affairs | Nov. 2019 – Nov. 2020• Clerkship | Patent Trial and Appeal Board | Apr. 2019 – July 2019AREAS OF EXPERTISE• Core Industry Expertise: Fintech | Emerging Technologies | Venture Capital | Startups• Strategic & Analytical Skills: Innovation | Business Development | Market Analysis | Investment Analysis• Relationship Management & Leadership: Strategic Partnerships | Sales Strategy | LeadershipEDUCATION• Juris Doctor (JD)| The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law• Master of Science (M.S.), Finance | Johns Hopkins University, Carey Business School• M.B.A.| Strayer University• B.S. Biology/Chemistry | Sam Houston State UniversityBAR ADMISSIONS AND LICENSES• New York (2012)• District of Columbia (pending)• Maryland (pending)• USPTO (pending)• Series 65 (in process)LEADERSHIP AND BOARD MEMBERSHIPS• Co-Lead, “Get on Board” Training for Non-Profits | Leadership Training Institute, Junior League| 2024 – Present• Mentor: Kinect Capital Startup Mentor Teams 2023 – Present• Alumni Association Governing Body | The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law Alumni Council | 2020 – Present• Founding Member, Black Alumni Network | Johns Hopkins Carey Business School | 2019 – Present• Board Member (Outreach Coordinator)| Pauline Newman IP American Inn of Court | 2019 – Present• Alumni Association Governing Body | Johns Hopkins Alumni Council | 2017 – Present• Board Member (Program Coordinator)| Capital Speakers Club of Washington, D.C, Inc.| 2021 – 2023• Dean’s Alumni Advisory Board | Johns Hopkins Carey Business School | 2018 – 2021• Board Member | Houston Lawyer’s Association | 2015 – 2017• Board Member | Houston Lawyer Referral Service | 2015 – 2••••••••@GMAIL.COM
Experience
Asst Outreach Coordinator-northeastern Region
Jan 2025 — Present · US
Organize and lead outreach programs on intellectual property (patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets) to educate the public on its importance in business success.• Establish collaborations with venture capital/startup communities, accelerators/incubators, and universities.• Maintain effective relationships with local businesses and institutions to promote IP awareness and education.
Education
Sam Houston State University
Bachelor of Science - BS
The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
Juris Doctorate
2008 — 2012
Strayer University
Master of Business Administration - MBA
The Johns Hopkins University - Carey Business School
Master of Science - MS
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