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Stephen Hou

President & CEO at American Patent Agency PC

Stephen Hou is a seasoned professional in intellectual property and technology ventures, currently serving as Partner and Intellectual Property Advisor at Mens Manus et Machina LLC since 2023, where the focus is on investing in advanced technology fields such as artificial intelligence and quantum computing. Simultaneously, Stephen serves as Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at American Patent Agency PC, an MIT-trained firm dedicated to protecting the innovations of tech startups. With prior roles at Morrison & Foerster LLP as both a Patent Prosecution Advisor and Associate, alongside experiences at InSITE, Tamecco KK, and Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP, Stephen has built a robust career in patent strategy and prosecution. Educational credentials include a Juris Doctor from New York University School of Law and multiple advanced degrees from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, highlighting a strong foundation in both engineering and law.

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Cambridge, United States

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American Patent Agency PC

American Patent Agency was founded by entrepreneurs that strive to make the process of protecting one’s IP as simple and efficient as possible. Our job is to help bridge the gap between the original idea and the commercial deployment of the product as quickly as possible. Conducting our business with clarity is central because we know the importance of keeping the client involved in the process and aware of all developments. Our team includes a combination of experienced engineers, lawyers, and inventors who enjoy working on innovative ideas and understand the difficulties of protecting your ideas.