SAN DIEGO and IRVINE, Calif., July 3, 2025 – Knobbe Martens is pleased to announce that two partners have been honored by Profiles in Leadership Journal® for their leadership and mentoring skills. Kimberly Miller was selected as a winner of the Journal’s 2025 “Women Worth Watching in STEAM Awards”, and Sabrina Wang was one of the recipients of the 2025 “Asian Leadership Awards.”
Recipients of the “Women Worth Watching in STEAM Awards” are recognized for their achievements in research, leadership, and mentorship within the STEAM fields. The “Asian Leadership Awards” celebrate individuals who demonstrate excellence in leadership, inspire and mentor others, and actively contribute to their communities.
Dr. Miller, who has a doctorate in chemistry, is a recognized leader in the life sciences and intellectual property spaces, where she has coordinated the IP strategies for investments and acquisitions valued at over $2 billion on behalf of established and emerging, fast-growth companies. She serves as chair of the firm’s Chemical/Pharmaceuticals Practice Group.
On the things that can be done to move women forward in STEAM, Dr. Miller says in her profile, “Mentorship and coaching are essential for supporting and advancing women in STEAM. Whether it’s developing leadership presence, navigating organizational dynamics, or learning to advocate for ourselves, being coachable is a key part of our success.”
Co-chair of Knobbe Martens’ Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander affinity group, Ms. Wang develops robust IP portfolios for companies in all growth stages at the cutting edge of technology, ranging from startups to global giants. Ms. Wang was recognized for her strong commitment to supporting women and elevating diversity efforts within the firm and broader IP space.
In her profile, Ms. Wang spoke of the value and importance of following her longstanding ambition to be a lawyer when she decided to leave behind her career in engineering for law school. “Looking back, I took some risks when giving up my engineering career, but I am glad I followed my dream,” she said. “There has never been a boring day in my practice.”
Profiles in Leadership Journal® is dedicated to promoting and advancing diversity, inclusion, and equity in the corporate, government, nonprofit, STEAM, and higher education sectors. Read Dr. Miller’s profile here and Ms. Wang’s profile here.
About Knobbe Martens
Knobbe Martens is a highly respected intellectual property law firm, offering legal services in all aspects of intellectual property and technology law. The firm’s litigation group handles cases throughout the U.S. and coordinates strategy for disputes worldwide. Founded in California in 1962, the firm has close to 300 lawyers and scientists based in offices located in Orange County, Los Angeles, New York, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle and Washington D.C. Knobbe Martens serves a diverse international client base, from multinational corporations to emerging businesses of all stages. More information about the firm can be found at www.knobbe.com.
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