Julia C. Mattis serves as Chief Licensing Officer at InterDigital, Inc., a global research and development company specializing in wireless communications technologies. With over two decades of experience in intellectual property licensing and strategic negotiations, Mattis leads InterDigital's licensing efforts, overseeing a vast portfolio of essential patents in 5G, Wi-Fi, video codecs, and IoT. Her role involves forging high-value partnerships with leading technology companies worldwide, driving revenue growth, and ensuring the company's innovations are fairly monetized through multi-year agreements. Prior to joining InterDigital in 2014, Mattis held senior positions at Qualcomm Incorporated, where she rose to Senior Director of Licensing, negotiating landmark deals that generated billions in royalties and resolved complex patent disputes. Her earlier career included roles at Intel Corporation and as a patent attorney at Fenwick & West LLP, where she honed her expertise in IP strategy and cross-licensing transactions. A graduate of Stanford Law School (J.D.) and the University of California, Berkeley (B.A.), Mattis is recognized for her pivotal contributions to industry standards, including leadership in ITU and IEEE working groups. Under Mattis's stewardship, InterDigital has achieved record licensing revenues, including transformative settlements with major smartphone manufacturers and automotive tech firms. Her strategic vision has positioned the company as a leader in next-generation wireless licensing, earning her accolades such as the 2022 Licensing Executives Society "Deal of the Year" for a landmark 5G portfolio agreement. Mattis continues to advocate for balanced IP ecosystems, speaking at global forums on the future of technology licensing.