Stephanie Curcio

Stephanie Curcio is a trailblazer in the field of AI and patent law. Most notably, she serves as the CEO and Co-Founder of NLPatent, a leading AI-based natural language patent research platform described as a ‘total game changer’ by clients. With her team, she has developed a proprietary Large Language Model that has gained the trust of top law firms, innovative companies, and universities worldwide. By providing patent and R&D professionals with a user-friendly workflow, NLPatent generates conceptually relevant results instantly, making traditionally arduous and challenging patent research tasks more efficient and accurate. Best of all, it explains the relevant sections of each patent it identifies, removing the “black box” often experienced by other AI-based platforms.

Ms. Curcio’s expertise has earned her recognition as a sought-after expert in matters relating to AI and IP, particularly in practical applications that enhance the efficiency and accuracy of patent prosecution, litigation, and portfolio management. She is frequently invited to speak on these topics at various industry events around the world, including at major IP conferences and national patent offices like the USPTO.

Beyond her role in leading a cutting-edge technology business, Ms. Curcio actively engages with the global IP community. She represents Canada at the Global IP Alliance and is Chair of the American Intellectual Property Law Association’s (AIPLA) Emerging Technologies Committee (ETC). Under her leadership, the ETC has introduced new initiatives and regularly invites guest speakers from government, academia, and private practice to discuss emerging AI and technology-related issues. Her committee has received a number of accolades, including Committee of the Year in 2023.

Additionally, Ms. Curcio actively participates in the AIPLA’s cross-committee task force on AI policy, assembled by the Board to formulate the organisation’s official stance on AI-related issues and reply to comment requests from national patent offices.

While leading NLPatent and engaging in the IP community, Ms. Curcio remains dedicated to sharing her knowledge and expertise. She takes part in mentorship programmes and guest lectures at law schools, contributing to the education of the next generation of patent professionals. Her contributions to the innovation economy have earned her the recognition as a world leading IP strategy by Intellectual Asset Magazine (IAM Strategy 300) for four consecutive years. She was also recently named one of The DMZ’s “Women of the Year” and an “Emerging Leader” in the Legal category by Peak magazine.