Ronald Zink is a senior global business leader passionate about leading corporate departments/initiatives involving complex interactions between law, technology, and business.  He has a history of progressive executive leadership roles held with Microsoft and Deere & Company, throughout both the U.S. and Europe. Ronald is a registered patent attorney with a background representing companies of all sizes, from start-ups to Fortune 500 corporations. He is recognized expert on the protection, licensing and litigation of intellectual property rights. Ronald has extensive network of global industry contacts. He is a frequent speaker, author, and media spokesperson on emerging technology topics.  Ronald is currently the Founder and Managing Director of EdgeCo.  He has a BS in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from North Dakota State University and a JD from the University of North Dakota School of Law.