12th Aug 2020

Patent Awards Go Virtual

“Like Much of Corporate Life, Donaldson’s Annual Patent Awards Go Virtual”

From the StarTribune in Minneapolis, MN

In a typical year, Donaldson holds a large awards luncheon for their inventors, usually flying them in from around the world to take part.

This year, due to Covid-19, Donaldson first had to postpone the awards luncheon and eventually they were forced to cancel the in-person event.

Instead, patent awardees and the seven Inventor Awards winners (for significant achievements) were recognized in a 32-minute corporate video that was available to EVERYBODY in the company.

This is a departure from normal where only the awardees take part in the event.

By being creative and imaginative, the importance of patents and innovation are shown to a larger audience – and the impact of recognition is increased.

Congratulations to all of the inventors and innovators at Donaldson Company.