AUGUST 15, 2026 | Ottawa, ON — Stratford is proud to announce that Natalie Giroux, Myriam Davidson, and Kim Capiau of Stratford Intellectual Property, have been recognized in the 2026 IAM Strategy 300: The World's Leading IP Strategists, one of the intellectual property profession's most respected global rankings.
Published annually by Intellectual Asset Management (IAM), the IAM Strategy 300 recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional expertise in developing and implementing intellectual property strategies that help organizations maximize the value of their IP portfolios. Unlike rankings focused solely on legal practice, the IAM Strategy 300 highlights professionals who understand intellectual property as a strategic business asset, one that can drive innovation, competitive advantage, commercialization, growth, and long-term enterprise value.
Selection is based on a rigorous independent research process that includes confidential nominations from senior members of the global IP community, extensive interviews, and further vetting by IAM's research team. To be considered, individuals must receive nominations from at least three professionals outside their own organization before advancing through the evaluation process.
The 2026 recognition marks another milestone for Stratford Intellectual Property's growing team of strategic advisors:
- Natalie Giroux, Executive Advisor and former President of Stratford Intellectual Property, has been recognized every year since 2021, reflecting her longstanding leadership and influence in strategic intellectual property management.
- Myriam Davidson, Vice President, earns her fifth consecutive inclusion after first being recognized in 2022, underscoring her continued expertise in helping clients align IP strategy with business objectives.
- Kim Capiau, IP Strategist and Registered Trademark Agent, joins the IAM Strategy 300 for the first time, recognizing her strategic work helping organizations develop, protect, and leverage their overall IP portfolios, including trademarks.
"We're incredibly proud to see Natalie, Myriam, and Kim recognized among the world's leading IP strategists," said Jordan Pynn, President of Stratford Intellectual Property. "This recognition reflects the depth of expertise within our team and, more importantly, our shared commitment to helping clients view intellectual property as a strategic business asset rather than simply a legal requirement. Having three members of our team included in this prestigious global ranking speaks to the calibre of advice our clients receive every day."
The recognition reinforces Stratford Intellectual Property's approach to combining business strategy with intellectual property expertise to help organizations build, protect, commercialize, and maximize the value of their innovation.
The complete 2026 IAM Strategy 300 can be viewed on the IAM website.
About Stratford Intellectual Property
Stratford Intellectual Property, a division of Stratford Group, is a full-service patent and trademark agency that offers end-to-end IP services covering all types of IP. Our virtual IP department service is offered on a monthly subscription basis where our cross-functional team of IP experts collaborate to proactively and pragmatically develop and implement your IP strategy. We work with you to ensure it stays in sync with your business objectives to maximize value and reduce risks. Equipping your team with hands-on support, Stratford Intellectual Property delivers you peace of mind as it relates to your intellectual property.
In addition to the individual recognition outlined above, Stratford Intellectual Property has been internationally recognized as a service provider in the IAM Patent 1000 as well.
About the IAM Strategy 300
The IAM Strategy 300 identifies the world's leading professionals in intellectual property strategy across corporations, professional services firms, research institutions, and universities. Individuals are selected through an independent research process involving confidential nominations, interviews, and extensive market analysis. The guide recognizes professionals who demonstrate exceptional ability to develop and implement strategies that maximize the commercial value of intellectual property assets.