Team

JiNan is recognized worldwide for her expertise in Intellectual Property. She has spoken about Intellectual Property in front of the UN, and been a featured speaker at Intellectual Property conferences in India, Italy, France, South Africa, Mexico, Ghana, as well as New York City, San Francisco, and Chicago. As an inventor, entrepreneur, patent attorney and former USPTO patent examiner, JiNan’s background gives her the ability to see intellectual property from the corporate, legal services and…

Neil helps innovators create positive impact through strategic patent portfolio development. By taking a communicative approach to understand the business context of clients’ inventions, Neil works with clients to create patent assets tailored to their business goals. Over the years Neil has drafted and prosecuted patent applications in a wide variety of technological fields, including software, high tech, mechanical, chemistry, power grid, communications, medical devices, and textiles. Neil also has experience assisting clients with patentability…

Olivia is passionate about helping clients create diverse patent portfolios and protect their inventions. Olivia graduated from Elon University School of Law with a J.D., and from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte with a B.S. in biology. Olivia’s background in biology aids her in critical and creative thinking to maximize the protection of a client’s invention. Olivia enjoys learning about new technology and inventions created by Neo IP’s clients to help them protect…

Tiffany equips clients with contextualized patent data analysis as a resource for their business strategy development. Tiffany graduated from Duke University with both a master’s and bachelor’s in Biomedical Engineering, gaining a background in technology and business fundamentals. Through her early career in a medical device startup, Tiffany recognized the value of leveraging patents to protect the business and generate opportunities. Tiffany aims to share this approach with inventors so that they can best protect…

Zack helps provide strategic insights to clients, guiding them in the development of robust intellectual property portfolios backed by patent research and data. Zack graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering from North Carolina State University and is passionate about leveraging his engineering background to contribute to advancements in various industries. Education B.S., Mechanical Engineering, North Carolina State University

Mike enjoys learning about diverse cutting-edge technologies to obtain the broadest patent coverage possible for clients. He leverages varied commercial experiences across healthcare and renewable energy, spanning start-ups and large companies in areas like licensing, R&D, and finance. His strategic approach is informed by an elite academic background, including a B.A. from Northwestern University, a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the University of Texas at Austin, and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School…

Jillian bridges the gap between mechanical ingenuity and strategic intellectual property, helping clients transform complex engineering concepts into protected assets. She earned her B.S. in Biomedical Engineering from North Carolina State University and UNC-Chapel Hill. With experience retrofitting nuclear power plant systems and designing consumer tools, Jillian understands the full product lifecycle. Having secured both utility and design patents for her own inventions, she brings a firsthand perspective to the rigor required to safeguard cutting-edge…

Logan informs intellectual property with key insights and strategies, aiding clients in creating a comprehensive and cohesive portfolio for their inventive solutions. Logan graduated from North Carolina State University with a BS in Electrical Engineering, with a focus in communications and radio frequency. Having worked as an undergraduate researcher at NextG Wireless Lab, Logan not only understands the value of leveraging patents to generate opportunity and protect inventions, but also the hard work and great…

Dr. Guy Beretich is Patent Technologist for Neo IP. With a firm belief that the patent system has been an engine of progress throughout the last century, Guy seeks to further the success of technological innovation through his work in patents. Guy boasts a unique and diverse background, with degrees in Immunology (Ph.D. — North Carolina State University), Marine Biology (M.S. — University of North Carolina at Wilmington), Veterinary Sciences (B.S. — North Carolina State…

Jay is determined to provide valuable technical analysis and critical insights. Jay graduated from North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering. He has prior experience in the technology industry, having conducted automation engineering research and development for a vehicle company. Jay is driven to utilize his background to ensure client satisfaction. EducationB.S. in Electrical Engineering North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University

As the Head of Business Development for Neo IP, Gaetano Beretich employs a comprehensive strategic approach to lead the firm’s growth and development initiatives. His leadership is firmly grounded in his academic success at High Point University, where he earned both a B.S.B.A. in Sales and Entrepreneurship and an M.B.A. in Business Administration. By combining specialized training in entrepreneurship with advanced business administration skills, Gaetano provides Neo IP with the strategic insight to expand its…

As a North Carolina Certified Paralegal, Nancy Pierce brings a wealth of administrative and office management experience to the team, having successfully navigated roles within the federal government, private, and non-profit sectors. Her professional expertise is supported by a solid educational background, including a BA in English from the University of San Diego and her completion of the University of North Carolina’s Paralegal Program. By combining her diverse program management skills with a deep understanding…