Anna Sergeeva

JSC Krastsvetmet (Russian Federation)

Patent attorney (inventions & utility models) with 10+ years of IP in oil & gas and metallurgy.

Core IP Competencies

• IP Strategy & Governance – Building adaptive, value‑driven IP strategies aligned with business objectives
• IP Portfolio Development – Full lifecycle management from idea to commercialization
• Team & Practice Building – Scaling IP functions to match business needs and technology roadmaps
• Technology Scouting & Innovation – Leveraging AI tools for competitive intelligence and opportunity mapping

Key Achievements at Krastsvetmet:

1. IP Strategy & Operational Framework
Designed and implemented a proprietary IP strategy based on an adaptive value‑extraction model. Established the company’s first dedicated IP team and defined IP‑practice capabilities across engineering, sorption technologies, and technical products.

2. Process Innovation & Systematic R&D Capitalization
Introduced a methodology for systematic R&D accounting that shifted innovation tracking from project‑based to portfolio‑driven. Integrated proactive patenting and structured licensing schemes into core technology projects.

3. Measurable Business Impact (2‑year results)

• R&D project capitalization tripled
• Intangible asset count tripled, average asset value more than doubled
• All key‑technology patent portfolios identified, cleared, and prepared for commercialization
• AI‑enhanced IP workflow reduced time‑to‑decision on technology assessments by 40%.

Expertise & Professional Focus

• IP Commercialization – Maximizing returns from IP assets through licensing, spin‑offs, and strategic partnerships
• Science‑to‑Business Translation – Bridging R&D outputs with market‑ready applications
• Global Licensing Practices – Cross‑border IP monetization and compliance frameworks
• IP in Heavy Industry – Patenting in petrochemistry, metallurgical processes, and advanced materials