Régis Quélavoine
About Régis Quélavoine
Régis Quélavoine serves as the Director of Operations at the European Patent Office, a position he has held since 2018. He has extensive experience in patent examination and operations, having worked in various roles at the European Patent Office and IBM.
Current Role at European Patent Office
Régis Quélavoine serves as the Director of Operations at the European Patent Office (EPO) since 2018. In this role, he oversees various operational aspects of the organization, ensuring efficient processes and effective management within the office. His leadership contributes to the EPO's mission of providing high-quality patent services across Europe.
Previous Experience at European Patent Office
Prior to his current position, Régis Quélavoine held multiple roles at the European Patent Office. He worked as a Principal Patent Examiner from 1999 to 2012, where he was responsible for examining patent applications and ensuring compliance with patent laws. He later served as a Director from 2012 to 2017, further enhancing his expertise in patent operations and management.
Experience at IBM
Régis Quélavoine worked at IBM in the Research and Development department focusing on speech recognition for one year in 1998 to 1999. This role involved developing innovative technologies in the field of speech processing, contributing to advancements in artificial intelligence and user interaction systems.
Career Timeline
Régis Quélavoine's career spans several key positions in the field of intellectual property and technology. He began his professional journey at IBM in 1998, transitioned to the European Patent Office in 1999, and has since held various roles, culminating in his current position as Director of Operations. His extensive experience in both R&D and patent examination has shaped his career in the intellectual property domain.