Bryan Rutsch

Bryan Rutsch is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in technology licensing and intellectual property management. Currently serving as a Senior Manager at AbbVie since January 2021, Bryan negotiates various collaborations and agreements on behalf of R&D and business groups, ensuring alignment across internal departments. Prior to this role, Bryan worked as an Intellectual Property Attorney at Kirkland & Ellis LLP for over 15 years, managing complex litigation and intellectual property portfolios, achieving favorable outcomes in numerous legal settings. Earlier in Bryan’s career, an Advanced HIV Product Specialist position at Abbott involved collaboration with scientists to develop and test a significant HIV screening product. Bryan holds a Master of Science in Biotechnology, a Doctor of Law, and a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, all from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.