Hilel Chougui is head of intellectual property at Verkor, where he leads the company’s IP strategy in support of its ambition to become a European leader in sustainable batteries. Mr Chougui began his career in private practice, advising clients on patent protection, portfolio management, and IP strategy. He later joined Fives, an international industrial engineering group, where he contributed to the development and strengthening of its intellectual property activities, ensuring that innovation was effectively protected and aligned with business objectives. At Verkor, he plays a pivotal role in safeguarding and valorizing innovations, ensuring that intellectual property supports competitiveness, partnerships, and long-term value creation. With a strong background bridging technology and business, Mr Chougui focuses on transforming innovation into strategic assets that foster industrial leadership and collaboration in a fast-changing market.