![Thoughts from IILPA Talk
on “Licensing and Monetizing IP [Through Transactions]”](https://images.leadconnectorhq.com/image/f_webp/q_80/r_1200/u_https://storage.googleapis.com/msgsndr/AIS4wyvhG01hosa5Lr0z/media/68e6d1bc0650b53d3540e3e4.jpeg)
A summary of Denzel's recent talk on IP: startups use it to secure funding/drive exits, small businesses leverage it during ownership transitions, & creators use it for new income streams. Strong IP boosts value, funding access, and growth potential
In true sci-fi nerd fashion, Denzel Cadet, discusses how a scene from Star Trek shows that, although AI can't replace human insight and judgment, it can be leveraged to help professionals to grow their capacity, including in qualitative skill areas.
AI tools make professionals faster, but only if you keep sharpening your own skills. To stay competitive, lawyers must read, study, and grow their data literacy—not rely on AI alone.
In lower middle market M&A, AI tools can boost efficiency for attorneys—but they can’t replace deep deal expertise, market insight, or nuanced negotiation skills gained through real-world experience.
