Rajappan Balagopal

Rajappan "BG" Balagopal is an experienced professional in intellectual property management and consulting, currently serving as the Head of IP at Archer since July 2022. Prior to this role, Balagopal held the position of Vice President of Intellectual Property & Licensing at pSemi, where management of a portfolio exceeding 1000 patents was key to supporting various technological products. As the owner of BG-IP, Balagopal provided consulting services to a diverse clientele across several industries for nearly a decade and also contributed to legal strategies at Chadbourne & Parke LLP. Balagopal's earlier career includes significant roles at The Walt Disney Company, Intel Corporation, and BTG International, highlighting expertise in patent strategy, technology transactions, and technology transfer. Educational qualifications include a Juris Doctor from the University of La Verne and extensive studies in Chemical Engineering from institutions like Columbia University and UCLA.