Lisa Desjardins

Director of IP Programs and Policy

As ventureLAB’s Director of IP Programs and Policy, Lisa Desjardins is passionate about empowering Canadians to navigate the complexities of intellectual property (IP). With 15 years of experience in R&D, service delivery, and supply management, combined with another 15 years focused on the valuation and commercialization of early-stage technologies, she brings a wealth of expertise from both small and large public and private organizations in Sweden, Australia, and Canada.

Most recently, Lisa has led the Business Services Design and Development teams at the Canadian Intellectual Property Office, cultivating national partnerships and producing valuable educational resources such as videos and podcast interviews to demystify IP for thousands of viewers and listeners around the world. She holds an MBA and a master’s degree in IP law.