IP Mistakes That Cost Entrepreneurs Millions

Hosted by

Ian Peterman

Founder | Peterman Design Firm

Guest

Haidy Hazem

Associate & Legal Consultant | One World Intellectual Property

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Expanding to the Middle East or North Africa? One legal misstep could cost your entire business.

Watch before making your move, this could save you millions.

In this must-watch episode of the Conscious Design Podcast, host Ian Peterman sits down with Haidy Hazem, senior legal consultant at One World Intellectual Property (OWIP) — one of the most respected IP law firms in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).

If you’re a startup founder, tech innovator, or global brand looking to launch in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, or GCC markets, this episode is your IP survival guide.

Notable Moments

00:00 - Guest Introduction
00:50 – What is One World Intellectual Property?
03:36 – Navigating International IP Laws
05:48 – Filing Strategies & Timelines
09:38 – Regional IP Strengths (GCC, Egypt, UAE)
22:22 – IP & Sustainability
25:11 – Cultural Legal Considerations
30:31 – Final Thoughts & Next Steps

About Haidy Hazem & One World Intellectual Property (OWIP)

Haidy Hazem is an Associate and Legal Consultant specializing in trademarks, patents, copyrights, and IP enforcement across the MENA region, including Egypt, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and North Africa. She assists companies in developing cross-border IP strategies and navigating regional regulations to facilitate secure international expansion.

One World Intellectual Property (OWIP) is a leading intellectual property firm with 40+ years of experience and 19 offices across the Middle East and North Africa. OWIP provides comprehensive IP services, from registration to litigation, serving both local businesses and multinational corporations. Its global partner network ensures seamless worldwide IP protection.

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