Invention Licensing 101
So you came up with a great idea and want to make some money with it but don’t have too much money or don’t want to start manufacturing or quit your day job... how about licensing your invention? Licensing is an alternative way to bring your idea or invention to...
Invention-Con 2019 “Leveraging Your Intellectual Property in the Marketplace”
U.S. Patent & Trademarks Office’s Invention-Con 2019 "Leveraging Your Intellectual Property in the Marketplace" Are you an independent inventor, entrepreneur, small business owner, or intellectual property (IP) professional? If so, register now for...
Made In America 2019 USA Trade Show
If you’re ready to show your “MADE IN AMERICA” product at this monumental show, the United Inventors Association will be hosting our Inventors Spotlight area and a pitch panel before our industry experts. Everyone will have an opportunity to pitch and a select few...
Be Smart about Protecting IP Overseas
One of the biggest myths about intellectual property (IP) is that many think that they can get worldwide protection based on one application. First, there is no such thing as a worldwide patent, trademark or copyright. Each country has their own IP laws and...
How Do I Decide on My Product’s Packaging?
By Nisha Sawhney | President & Founder | SnS Design When it comes to deciding what your product's packaging should look like, feel like, and be shaped like, putting yourself in your customer's shoes is all important. Your brand comes to life in your product’s...
USPTO Expedited Cancellation Pilot Program
Once you’ve registered your trademark at the USPTO, you are required to maintain your registration, or the registration will abandon or cancel. If canceled or abandoned, you will need to file a new application but there is no guarantee that the mark will...
Trends and Characteristics Women Inventors in the US
The USPTO recently released a report on the trends and characteristics of U.S. women inventors named on U.S. patents granted from 1976 through 2016. Sadly but not surprisingly, the report showed that women still represent a minority of inventors with patents. While...
Get Your Invention Reviewed by Toy Industry Experts at Toy Fair 2019
The Toy Association is excited to announce the inaugural “CF@TF” Inventor Day being held Friday, February 15, 2019 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City during Toy Fair New York. Through Creative Factor, The Toy Association’s educational...
Exhibit in the Inventors Spotlight at the 2019 PGA Merchandise Show
PGA Merchandise Show - the major of golf business – brings together more than 1,000 companies and brands introducing new and innovative golf equipment, apparel, accessories and services to more than 41,000 attending PGA professionals, buyers and industry leaders...
How Trade Shows Can Help Inventors
About 10 years ago, a trade show changed my life and brought me rewarding results. I continue to present new products at trade shows to make new contacts and introduce my new products to industry leaders and decision makers. I encourage inventors to participate...