The workshop will be presented by Tumelo Mashabela, Patent Attorney, Tshaya Mashabela.
Tumelo is a dynamic patent attorney with extensive skills in various aspects of intellectual property, corporate and commercial law. She has 18 years working experience with more than 12 years as a registered patent attorney. She is an innovative entrepreneur and businesswoman. Tumelo holds a degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Cape Town and an LLB degree from the University of South Africa. Tumelo worked at a prestigious weapons company where she gained her technical experience. Following that, Tumelo qualified as the first black female patent attorney in South Africa having worked at some of the biggest IP firms in the country. Click here for more information.