Michael Gallagher

Michael Gallagher is a prominent business leader known for spearheading the creation of a comprehensive patent portfolio at Wells Fargo. Under his leadership, the organization made a significant cultural shift towards prioritizing the generation of intellectual property (IP) across its various sectors. Gallagher developed and implemented effective IP strategies to align with overall business objectives and minimize risks. He also played a pivotal role in building and overseeing a team of IP professionals who collaborated with stakeholders throughout Wells Fargo. His tactical approach involved various elements such as fostering invention disciplines, patenting processes, licensing agreements, cultivating business line champions, instituting recognition programs, and facilitating vendor engagement and negotiations with third parties.