Norman Pollack

Over the past forty years, Norman Pollack has become a leading authority on technology commercialization and intellectual property (IP) management. As an independent consultant since 2002, he has served both university and industry clients. Previously, he directed technology transfer offices at Michigan State University and the University of Cincinnati. Before that, Dr. Pollack was responsible for patent planning and technology infusion (early-stage in-licensing) at The Upjohn Company. Earlier in his career, he managed university collaborations at Diamond Shamrock Corporation, where he also co-invented and patented a series of novel herbicides. Dr. Pollack has published papers and presented lectures and tutorials for numerous academic, industrial and professional society audiences throughout his career.