Developing Today’s IP Leaders

For more than six decades, LES has been the premier association for intellectual property, technology, and business development professionals in the United States and Canada. We provide the industry’s best education, taught by top industry experts to help you expand your business horizons and grow.

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LES Emerging Leader Certificate & Digital Badge 

Are you ready to stand out in the world of licensing?  Certification isn’t just a credential—it’s your passport to new opportunities, greater credibility, and a powerful professional network.

Gain recognition as a trusted expert
Boost your earning potential and career mobility
Stay ahead in a fast-evolving industry
Join a community of elite licensing professionals

Whether you’re negotiating deals, managing IP, or navigating compliance, certification proves you’ve got what it takes to lead with confidence.

The LES Emerging Leader Certificate and accompanying Digital Badge celebrate your dedication to advancing your knowledge in intellectual property, licensing, and commercialization. Complete three or more LES Education courses, and earn this recognition that helps you stand out—on your resume, on LinkedIn, and within the global innovation community.

This certificate also satisfies the education/training requirement for the CLP-Associate™ (CLP-A) credential, an early-career recognition offered by Certified Licensing Professionals, Inc.

If you completed three or more LES Education courses, you may already qualify.  Email us to receive your certificate and badge.

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