Foley cordially invites you to a reception honoring Jon W. Dudas in recognition of his new position as president of FIRST, a premiere nonprofit organization founded by Dean Kamen to promote youth innovation. Please join us as we celebrate and thank Jon for his continued contributions to upholding innovation globally and to Foley as a partner since leaving his position as Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the USPTO.
Stephen B. Maebius is the attorney responsible for this event.
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