The World's Leading IP Financial Services Firm
Leaders in royalty rate development & analysis, valuation, licensing program development, and licensing strategy
Insights, valuations, and solutions powered by the world's leading data
Our Process
Since its inception, FIN IP Group has been at the forefront of building and strengthening effective IP-centric strategies for its global client base. As thought leaders in financial valuation, our team of IP experts provide industry-leading financial valuation approaches, methodologies, modeling, and analytics to the IP market.
Specialized Expertise
With exceptional education and extensive experience across hundreds of licensing and finance engagements, we have supported numerous successful licensing deals, programs, patent transactions, and M&A ventures.
Commitment to Success
We serve a diverse clientele, including businesses, law firms, investors, institutions, and inventors. Regardless of who you are, your success remains at the heart of everything we do.
Superior Approach
Our projects are executed with a structured, experience-based methodology, infusing sophistication and rigor into every endeavor.
Unmatched Quality
A Worldwide Reach
FIN IP Group provides clients an edge at negotiating tables across the globe, from Europe to Asia to North America. We leverage our deep knowledge and experience to provide you critical insights, no matter where your patents are located.
We dive deep into the intricacies of markets and data and understand that every good financial decision is backed by a story told through numbers. With a comprehensive understanding of the risks and workings of the IP industry, we excel in building negotiation strategies and developing royalty rate cards for licensing programs, ensuring maximum value in any IP project.
The world of intellectual property is complex, filled with nuances, variations, and contingencies. Whether assessing contingent tax implications on a corporate asset or navigating the web of IP rights, we don’t just provide answers; we provide strategic solutions.
Our Team
Derek de Laat, President FIN IP Group
Derek de Laat
Derek de Laat is the president of FIN IP Group. Mr. de Laat’s career has been focused on bringing credible and advanced financial services to the IP market. He has developed over 500 patent acquisition models, developed hundreds of program royalty rates, supported deals in excess of $2 billion, and helped raise patent portfolio and litigation financing in excess of $200 million. With more than a decade of experience, Mr. de Laat has structured various IP transactions, developed industry-leading financial models, and played a key role in major IP licensing deals spanning multiple technologies.
Recognized globally for his expertise, Mr. de Laat has been named one of the world’s leading 300 IP strategists (IAM300) for six consecutive years (2019-2024). He has also been selected as an IAM Global Leader for 2023 and 2024, part of an exclusive group driving strategies that maximize the value of IP portfolios. He is also the co-chair of the Ottawa Licensing Executive Society (LES) and a committee member of the LES valuation committee.
Prior to founding FIN IP Group, Mr. de Laat served as Vice President of IP Investments & Valuation at WiLAN, a renowned patent licensing company, where he oversaw financial strategies for licensing and acquisitions. Earlier in his career, he held key roles at BlackBerry and Rockstar Consortium, contributing significantly to the monetization and licensing of their patent portfolios. He also taught Business Decision Modeling and Valuation part-time at Carleton University.
Mr. de Laat holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Erasmus University (Rotterdam School of Management) and an MBA in Finance from Carleton University (Sprott School of Business). He is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Licensing Professional (CLP) and a Certified Patent Valuation Analyst (CPVA).
Derek de Laat is the president of FIN IP Group. Mr. de Laat’s career has been focused on bringing credible and advanced financial services to the IP market. He has developed over 500 patent acquisition models, developed hundreds of program royalty rates, supported deals in excess of $2 billion, and helped raise patent portfolio and litigation financing in excess of $200 million. With more than a decade of experience, Mr. de Laat has structured various IP transactions, developed industry-leading financial models, and played a key role in major IP licensing deals spanning multiple technologies.
Recognized globally for his expertise, Mr. de Laat has been named one of the world’s leading 300 IP strategists (IAM300) for six consecutive years (2019-2024). He has also been selected as an IAM Global Leader for 2023 and 2024, part of an exclusive group driving strategies that maximize the value of IP portfolios. He is also the co-chair of the Ottawa Licensing Executive Society (LES) and a committee member of the LES valuation committee.
Prior to founding FIN IP Group, Mr. de Laat served as Vice President of IP Investments & Valuation at WiLAN, a renowned patent licensing company, where he oversaw financial strategies for licensing and acquisitions. Earlier in his career, he held key roles at BlackBerry and Rockstar Consortium, contributing significantly to the monetization and licensing of their patent portfolios. He also taught Business Decision Modeling and Valuation part-time at Carleton University.
Mr. de Laat holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Erasmus University (Rotterdam School of Management) and an MBA in Finance from Carleton University (Sprott School of Business). He is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Licensing Professional (CLP) and a Certified Patent Valuation Analyst (CPVA).
Julian Cupillari
Julian Cupillari
Julian Cupillari, Senior Director at FIN IP Group, has been an integral part of the company since its inception. Mr. Cupillari specializes in financial modeling and developing royalty rates for intellectual property.
With nearly a decade of experience in financial modeling and analysis, he has developed complex financial models for international organizations across sectors such as hospitality, education, technology, and healthcare. In 2016, he played a pivotal role in the US$3 billion acquisition of FRHI Hotels & Resorts by AccorHotels.
Mr. Cupillari holds an Honours in Business Administration from Western University (Richard Ivey School of Business) and a Master’s in Innovation and Entrepreneurship from Queen’ University (Smith School of Business). He is also a Certified Patent Valuation Analyst (CPVA), a Certified Licensing Professional (CLP), an Accredited Business Valuator (ASA-BV), and holds the Advanced Financial Modeling (AFM) accreditation.
Julian Cupillari, Senior Director at FIN IP Group, has been an integral part of the company since its inception. Mr. Cupillari specializes in financial modeling and developing royalty rates for intellectual property.
With nearly a decade of experience in financial modeling and analysis, he has developed complex financial models for international organizations across sectors such as hospitality, education, technology, and healthcare. In 2016, he played a pivotal role in the US$3 billion acquisition of FRHI Hotels & Resorts by AccorHotels.
Mr. Cupillari holds an Honours in Business Administration from Western University (Richard Ivey School of Business) and a Master’s in Innovation and Entrepreneurship from Queen’ University (Smith School of Business). He is also a Certified Patent Valuation Analyst (CPVA), a Certified Licensing Professional (CLP), an Accredited Business Valuator (ASA-BV), and holds the Advanced Financial Modeling (AFM) accreditation.
Allisha Lin
Allisha Lin
Allisha Lin, Manager at FIN IP Group, specializes in royalty rate analysis, and combines her expertise in financial modeling, precise valuations, and market-specific insights to help clients navigate licensing and monetization opportunities.
Prior to joining FIN IP Group, Allisha worked as a Data Analyst at Employment and Social Development Canada, where she developed robust analytical models
Allisha holds a Bachelor of Commerce with a major in Finance from Carleton University (Sprott School of Business). Allisha is also a member of the Licensing Executive Society (LES).
Allisha Lin, Manager at FIN IP Group, specializes in royalty rate analysis, and combines her expertise in financial modeling, precise valuations, and market-specific insights to help clients navigate licensing and monetization opportunities.
Prior to joining FIN IP Group, Allisha worked as a Data Analyst at Employment and Social Development Canada, where she developed robust analytical models
Allisha holds a Bachelor of Commerce with a major in Finance from Carleton University (Sprott School of Business). Allisha is also a member of the Licensing Executive Society (LES).
Ethan Hennigar
Ethan Hennigar
Ethan Hennigar, a Manager at FIN IP Group, specializes in market research and due diligence. His proficiency in financial modeling techniques enables him to create detailed valuation models and company-level financial analyses for our clients.
Previously, Ethan served as a Sector Manager for the Sprott Investment Fund, where he managed a portfolio exceeding $2 million of AUM.
Ethan holds the Advanced Financial Modeling (AFM) accreditation and a Bachelor of Commerce with a double major in Accounting and Finance from Carleton University (Sprott School of Business).
Ethan Hennigar, a Manager at FIN IP Group, specializes in market research and due diligence. His proficiency in financial modeling techniques enables him to create detailed valuation models and company-level financial analyses for our clients.
Previously, Ethan served as a Sector Manager for the Sprott Investment Fund, where he managed a portfolio exceeding $2 million of AUM.
Ethan holds the Advanced Financial Modeling (AFM) accreditation and a Bachelor of Commerce with a double major in Accounting and Finance from Carleton University (Sprott School of Business).
Deepro Sengupta
Deepro Sengupta
Deepro Sengupta, Senior Financial Analyst at FIN IP Group, specializes in financial modeling, research and data analytics. He is also a skilled Python programmer with expertise in data science and machine learning.
Deepro holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honors) in Economics and a Master of Economics from Visva Bharati University, and an MBA in Business Analytics from Carleton University (Sprott School of Business). He also holds the Advanced Financial Modeling (AFM) accreditation.
Deepro Sengupta, Senior Financial Analyst at FIN IP Group, specializes in financial modeling, research and data analytics. He is also a skilled Python programmer with expertise in data science and machine learning.
Deepro holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honors) in Economics and a Master of Economics from Visva Bharati University, and an MBA in Business Analytics from Carleton University (Sprott School of Business). He also holds the Advanced Financial Modeling (AFM) accreditation.
Liam Cabral
Liam Cabral
Liam Cabral, a Senior Financial Analyst at FIN IP Group, specializes in market research, and financial modeling. Liam brings strong financial and leadership experience to the team.
Liam holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a major in Finance and a Master of Finance degree from Carleton University (Sprott School of Business). Liam has also passed the CFA Level I exam and is currently a Level II candidate.
Liam Cabral, a Senior Financial Analyst at FIN IP Group, specializes in market research, and financial modeling. Liam brings strong financial and leadership experience to the team.
Liam holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a major in Finance and a Master of Finance degree from Carleton University (Sprott School of Business). Liam has also passed the CFA Level I exam and is currently a Level II candidate.
Daniel Cheung
Daniel Cheung
Daniel Cheung, a Senior Financial Analyst at FIN IP Group, specializes in building complex financial models, conducting in-depth financial and market research, and incorporating statistics and data science into client projects.
Daniel holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Carleton University (Sprott School of Business) and a Minor in Mathematics.
Daniel Cheung, a Senior Financial Analyst at FIN IP Group, specializes in building complex financial models, conducting in-depth financial and market research, and incorporating statistics and data science into client projects.
Daniel holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Carleton University (Sprott School of Business) and a Minor in Mathematics.
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“A world-class expert on the valuation of IP assets and execution of licensing deals.”
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“Derek de Laat delivers tremendous value to his clients as a well-rounded and savvy IP expert. ”
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“His patent valuation expertise, financial modelling know-how, and understanding of the licensing space join together perfectly to set the gold standard for the industry.”