Kathryn V. has dedicated over 25 years to protecting innovation as a scientist, former United States Patent Examiner, investor, and founder. Driven by the belief that ideas deserve stewardship and protection, she established VATT IP Management, an intellectual property strategy practice that supports startups and early-stage inventors. She also founded moatly™, which is described as the world's first AI Chief Moat Officer, designed to ensure comprehensive intellectual property protection.