Vickie Brewster

Vice President Intellectual Property, Adverum Biotechnologies

Professional Overview

Vickie Brewster is an accomplished intellectual property (IP) professional with over 20 years of experience in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. As the Vice President of Intellectual Property at Adverum Biotechnologies, she oversees the strategic development, protection, and enforcement of the company's IP portfolio to drive innovation and support business objectives.

Experience Summary

Current Role

As the Vice President of Intellectual Property at Adverum Biotechnologies since 2024, Vickie is responsible for leading the company's IP strategy and managing a team of IP specialists. She works closely with R&D, legal, and business teams to identify, protect, and leverage the company's proprietary technologies and innovations. Under her guidance, Adverum has successfully navigated complex IP landscapes, secured critical patent protections, and strengthened its competitive position in the gene therapy market.

Career Progression

Prior to her current role, Vickie held the position of Executive Director, Intellectual Property at Adverum Biotechnologies, where she played a pivotal role in expanding the company's IP portfolio and supporting its growth. Before joining Adverum, she was a Partner at the prestigious law firm FisherBroyles, LLP, where she specialized in IP strategy and portfolio management for clients in the life sciences sector.

Earlier in her career, Vickie served as Senior Attorney at Arnold & Porter and Intellectual Property Attorney at her own law practice, the Law Office of Victoria Brewster. She also held in-house roles as Senior Patent Counsel at Danisco US Inc., Genencor Division, and Patent Counsel at Genencor International, Inc.

Academic Background

Vickie holds a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from a top-tier law school, where she graduated with distinction and was recognized for her academic excellence. She also possesses a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Biochemistry, which provides her with a strong technical foundation to understand the complexities of the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.

Areas of Expertise

• IP strategy and portfolio management

• Patent prosecution and litigation

• Intellectual property licensing and transactions

• Biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry knowledge

• Regulatory compliance and data protection

• Cross-functional collaboration and team leadership

Professional Impact

Under Vickie's leadership, Adverum Biotechnologies has significantly strengthened its IP position, securing multiple critical patents that have protected the company's innovative gene therapy technologies. Her strategic guidance has been instrumental in enabling Adverum to navigate complex legal and regulatory environments, overcome patent challenges, and maintain a competitive edge in the rapidly evolving gene therapy market.

Conclusion

Vickie Brewster's extensive experience in intellectual property, combined with her deep industry knowledge and strategic acumen, make her a valuable asset to Adverum Biotechnologies. As the Vice President of Intellectual Property, she continues to drive the company's innovation and business success through the effective management and protection of its proprietary technologies.