Posted by David Woods on Monday, April 8, 2013,
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The Mini Maker Faire Returns to Orlando this October. ICCF will have a whole section devoted to our inventors. Look for further information at Orlando Mini Maker Faire website. They are expecting over 5000 visitors. To prepare for this our monthly meetings will feature seminars on how to get the most out of public presentations such as this. Continue reading ...
Posted by David Woods on Monday, April 8, 2013,
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Don't get eaten by the sharks. Come to the Cuttlefish startup event the weekend of May 3. For an investment a little over 2 days and some change you can change your product's life. Join us with your idea for a weekend of product and business development. Prizes are to be had after this experience you will like talk about for years to come. For more details visit the Cuttlefish website. If you are not quite ready for the full experience see it for free as a volunteer. This event is hosted ... Continue reading ...
Posted by David Woods on Thursday, March 14, 2013,
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Inventors,
This just came in. A Mini Maker Faire in Tampa
area. Its Free for you to exhibit and cheep if you want to sell. If you have a
product ready to show get on this now. Just click the link and sign up. I
showed at the Orlando Mini Maker Faire last year and it was great fun and a
great opportunity to get market data.
All the information is at the link. Just click on
Makers Apply Here button once you are on their site. Some flyers are also
attached.
David Woods PE, VP
Inv... Continue reading ...
Posted by David Woods on Monday, January 28, 2013,
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Events
GromSocial.com 10:30 am Zachary Marks www.gromsocial.com was 11 years old when he developed a Safe
Social Site for kids after his parents got mad at him for getting a Facebook
account behind their backs. It has been a little over a year and his company
just signed a Multi Million Dollar partnership with a New York Based IT firm. Grom
according to the website is, "A promising young
individual, who is quick to learn."
Playing
for a Living
11:30 am Tim Walsh www.theplaymakers.com is a
21 yea... Continue reading ...
Posted by David Woods on Monday, January 28, 2013,
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I would have to say this is the best inventor's fair in Florida. You deserve to visit either as an exhibitor or an attendee. They have very informative speakers going all day and 75 exhibit tables. Its ALL FREE but you need to sign up. Over 50 tables have been reserved already. With only about 2 weeks to go you should be well on your way with your presentation preparation and your survey forms. This is the chance to find out if your product will sell. For more information and to regist... Continue reading ...
Posted by David Woods on Monday, January 28, 2013,
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Website
It has been brought to our attention that there is a website called InventingDaily.com which is an outlet to market your developed invention. The basics are a $35 monthly fee and 5% of your sales. (look under terms and conditions) You provide the fulfillment. They also list the Edison Nation talent searches and have lists of trade shows all over the country. No one from our group has actually worked with this site so they do not have a track record with us. I did, however, notice they ar... Continue reading ...
Posted by David Woods on Wednesday, January 9, 2013,
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Events
It is time to act fast to get a free slot at the Resources 2013 Inventor's Expo at the Palm Beach Convention Center. This Free expo is sponsored by the Inventors Society of South Florida. This is a great opportunity to do market studies for your product. Get on the ball and register here. More information may be found here. When viewing the information try to ignore the 2012 dates. It appears they are using last year's information to show you what to expect. Be sure to check out there vo... Continue reading ...
Posted by David Woods on Friday, November 30, 2012,
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Events
From Leo Mazur - President of Inventors Society of South Florida We have a
date!I wanted to let you
all know that our annual Expo, Resources 2013, is once again
going to be at the prestigious Palm Beach County Convention Center and will be
held on 2/16/2013.
Once again it will be FREE to Attend, FREE to Exhibit
and FREE to hear our Speakers!
If you attended last year you know how
spectacular it was. So I am hoping you will do so again this year. If you didn’t
make it, have I got a video... Continue reading ...
Posted by Paul Royal on Saturday, November 10, 2012,
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Events
Orlando Tech Meetup happens once a month in various public places around Orlando. We give 3-5 startups or individuals 3-5 minutes to demo their product. The presentees will then get 3-5 minutes of real-time feedback from the event attendees. No matter at what stage your product or idea is at, we welcome everyone to submit to present.Mor information may be found at:http://www.meetup.com/Orlando-Tech/ Continue reading ...
Posted by David Woods on Tuesday, October 2, 2012,
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Events
This was sent to us from MEDCorp.
PLEASE CONSIDER ATTENDING THIS PAID EVENT!!! You will be able to schedule matchmaking sessions and participate in a Trade show. FOR THE FIRST TIME, KEY SMALL BUSINESS DIRECTORS AND REPRESENTATIVES will be participating!!!!!
Some may be using an older version of Internet Explorer (IE) and the website may have problems with link appearing in your browser. Many MED Corp web pages, forms and scripts will not work correctly with older versions of IE, or with IE... Continue reading ...
Sorry I got this posted after the event but I expect the show will have additional episodes. (editor)
Saturday's 8/18/2012 My Cool Inventions Radio Show Is About What's in a Name? Why Your Invention's Name Needs Protection!
You've gone through the process of producing your invention and you come up with a pretty cool name...now what do you do? You need to protect it with a trademark! By getting a trademark you show the world that you own it and that gives you the ability to enforce your rights... Continue reading ...
Since we do not place untested vendors in our vendor lists I am posting this message here. If anyone would like to try them out and report back to us please do.
Dave Woods (editor)
My name is Michael Ramirez, Founder of IAM Innovative Advertising, and I am contacting you regarding your marketing resources at (http://www.inventorscouncilcentralfla.us/marketing-resources.php). We are looking to announce our marketing services to startups and individuals who need to get their products or inventio... Continue reading ...
Posted by David Woods on Tuesday, July 31, 2012,
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Events
Greetings,
It is with great excitement that MOSI announces our upcoming Idea Faire! MOSI is home to Idea Zone, our “do-it-yourself” laboratory that allows students of all ages to explore learn and have fun. In conjunction with Idea Zone, our 2012 Idea Faire will highlight ideas of all kinds. From robotics and invention, to rocketry and crafting, the Idea Faire will have something for everyone.
The event will take place on November 17th & 18th at MOSI. Exhibiting your ideas at the event ... Continue reading ...
None of these resources have been checked out by our members but if you feel adventureous this information was received from Carolyn Keane who I do not know.
Create What Companies are looking for right now and make $$$
Companies pose a challenge and if they like your solution and use it, you get paid.
There are a wide range of challenges. The site is very inventor friendly. It even allow... Continue reading ...
Posted by David Woods on Saturday, May 19, 2012,
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In conjunction with Idea Zone, MOSI is hosting its first Idea Faire. MOSI’s Idea Faire is a collaboration of makers, innovators, crafters, and D.I.Y creators with opportunities for hands-on learning and activities, workshops, make-and-take projects, and much more. We invite you to join us as an exhibitor for this one-of-a-kind event. As an exhibitor, you will have a chance to show off your creations and inspire guests to begin thinking outside the box. From gaming and robotics to baking and... Continue reading ...
Do you know any entrepreneur who would be interested in learning how to either build a highly profitable company or take their current business to the next level?
As you know I am a successful serial entrepreneur and have been helping entrepreneurs build highly profitable companies for years. With all my life experiences I have decided to build a very high value real deal tangible training course for entrepreneurs. You can see my first “information test” training videos (that I am goin... Continue reading ...
Posted by David Woods on Saturday, March 3, 2012,
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Contests
The TV Show “Movers, Shakers & Invention Makers” is Casting Inventors at the Strawberry Festival The television show “Movers, Shakers & Invention Makers”, is looking for highly creative individuals who possess new one of a kind inventions at the Strawberry Festival in Plant City. The festival will run from March 1st thru the 12th, 10 AM to 10 PM. Movers, Shakers & Invention Makers (MS&IM) will have a booth at the Strawberry Festival on March 9th and March 10th, and is inviting all inven... Continue reading ...
Posted by David Woods on Monday, February 6, 2012,
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Events
Orlando Mini Maker Faire is a family-friendly celebration featuring DIY science and technology, rockets, robots, crafts, music, and local food. The event will be held on May 26th, 2012 at FamiLAB, Orlando’s Hackerspace (Community Lab) and the surrounding area.
To exhibit you have to apply. It is sort of like an art festival. They are looking for participants who will be willing to describe how they developed their project and encourage others to become makers too. Continue reading ...
Posted by Leo Mazur on Tuesday, January 31, 2012,
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Events
Our annual expo is Feb. 11th. It is a fantastic opportunity for your members to show their inventions for FREE! It is on Thomas Edison’s birthday and we have his great grand niece Sarah Miller Caldicott author of “Innovate like Edison” as one of our exciting speakers.
We are expecting to draw the attention of the media. I know at least 2 people who have identified themselves to me as investors have signed up as attendees. Your members can register for the EXPO at www.inventorssociety... Continue reading ...
From Wayne Rasanen, President of TBIC
We are in the final count down with only 2 weeks left to meet our goal at Kickstarter and make a difference in the world of input technology! We are launching the product we have developed at CES next Tuesday (The Consumer Electronics Show) and with a little help from my friends, we just might start making some really cool devices right here in the USA! I would like to ask you to please go to our kickstarter project, watch the videos and if you can affor... Continue reading ...
Posted by David Woods on Thursday, December 22, 2011,
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Contests
This came from the president of the Inventors Society of South Florida.
Dear Fellow Inventors,
I have got some exciting news for you and your members from the UIA. Your clubs have been selected to participate in the Miami Telebrands Product Hunt. The 23 finalist will have the opportunity to pitch their products to A J Khubani and his staff on 2/10/12. I believe there will be a product scout there from QVC as well.
AJ Khubani is the man who coined the phrase As Seen On TV and is a leader in t... Continue reading ...
Communication skills are essential for any successful project. I felt that this material would be useful for members in their efforts to secure funding for their projects. While digging the links up, it occurred to me that it should be a resource on the Inventor's Council site. The ecorner.sanford.com has a lot of useful information.The first link is to Guy's presentation at Stanford, it is the better presentation. A SlideRocket version of the presentation as given as SXSW is also provided w... Continue reading ...
Posted by Stephen Matheny on Thursday, September 29, 2011,
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General Interest
Following is a listing of a huge amount of resources for inventors and entreprenuers provided by our member Stephen Matheny. Most of the events are on the west coast of Florida.
Wow!! There was a lot of good stuff at BarCamp Tampa! Great seeing you there! The attendance and address by the Mayor was noticed bye even no-techies! Lot's of good info. Below you will find some more ways to get additional info and connect with more people. I can't attend all of these meetings. You can ch... Continue reading ...
Posted by David Woods on Thursday, September 29, 2011,
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Events
Not free ($169) but a great place to network and learn... and Kevin Harrington of Shark Tank will be there.
The B.I.G. Summit is a premier event for Business Innovation and Growth, attracting entrepreneurs and business leaders from Central Florida. This powerful day of learning, idea sharing, discussing new opportunities and forging new business relationships is about building a strong and vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem right here in our region. What better way to grow your business than t... Continue reading ...
Posted by Wayne Rasanen on Thursday, August 25, 2011,
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Events
The Consumer Electronics Association has announced the official launch of Eureka! Park TechZone, a dedicated area at the 2012 International CES showcasing innovative start-ups and entrepreneurs Jan. 12-13 in Las Vegas NV. Booths are $1000 which is a savings of $5000 over the standard price. Find out if you qualify by viewing their flier here. Continue reading ...
I believe that your email regarding the Edison Nation project is missing an important piece of information. They are not just seeking a "licensing agreement" with inventors. If you read the fine print you will discover that by submitting a product idea you are completely giving up the rights to your invention (Exhibit A, section 1A). That is far beyond a licensing agreement. I don't have a problem with granting an exclusive license to Edison Nation, but I certainly have a problem with handing... Continue reading ...
Similar to Edison Nation, Lambert & Lambert is actively seeking inventions. Click here to see if you have what they are looking for. Continue reading ...
Posted by Dr. Michael Hassan on Sunday, May 8, 2011,
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Events
Please join us at the National Entrepreneur Center's Grand Opening on May 17 from 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.! No RSVP required. For more information on the National Entrepreneur Center and the services offered there, please see www.nationalec.org. Location: 3201 East Colonial Drive, Suite A-20, Orlando, FL 32803 (The Fashion Square Mall). Use the Parking Structure off Mcguire Rd. Tel: 407.420.4848 Continue reading ...
Posted by David Woods on Thursday, May 5, 2011,
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Contests
Edison Nation is offering a free Invention submittal this May to celebrate National Inventors Month. More Info. Continue reading ...
Posted by Dr. David Flinchbaugh on Thursday, May 5, 2011,
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Events
The Kansas City Inventors Contest, sponsored byFaultless Bon Ami - makers of the Garden Weasel, ends August 2nd. This may be a way you can gain exposure for your invention. Check it out. Continue reading ...
Mark Tellam of Innovation Engineering http://www.innovationengineering.info/ spoke to us about the creation process, Create Communicate Commercialization of Meaningful Unique Ideas. He currently works for the Florida Manufacturing Extension Exchange and may be contacted at Markt@floridamep.org. Florida MEP is able to leverage a vast array of public and private resources and services that are available to every manufacturing enterprise in the state. His job is connecting our universities wi... Continue reading ...
Posted by David Woods on Monday, March 14, 2011,
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Events
The Wolrd of Inventors convention at Tampa Convention Center has been postponed indefinately. Apparently there has not been sufficient activity on their website to warrant scheduling the event. It has been explained to the organizer that they need to advertize in Inventor's Digest and provide more warning to our organizations to expect to be taken seriously. They have not given up yet. When they surface again let us give them the support they need. Wouldn't it be nice to have a major inv... Continue reading ...
Posted by David Woods on Monday, January 10, 2011,
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Events
There are rumors afoot of an expo at the Tampa Convention Center April 9-10 2011. Invnetor booths are $285. The expected attendence is about 6000. It appears to be a real event but is in planning stages now. Today I talked to the organizer who assured me this will be a good show which combines Inventors, Investors, and franchises. This may just be the show to attend. Their website is expected to be up in about a week. I will keep you posted. In the mean time here is their brochure.... Continue reading ...
Posted by Catherine Hettinger on Monday, January 10, 2011,
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Events
I know it is short notice but GWIZ, the Sarasota Museum of Science is putting on a Maker Faire which you may display at for free as long as you are not selling anything. If you want to sell the booth fee is $100. It will be January 15-16th. Please contact Eric McGrath, 941-309-4949 x 101, as soon as possible. Continue reading ...
Posted by David Woods on Friday, November 12, 2010,
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Events
Everyday Edisons is back. The Emmy® award-winning reality series, featuring "ordinary people with extraordinary ideas," is back for more for Season 4.
Everyday Edisons is coming to you and casting Season 4 online at Edison Nation.
We will pick 10 outstanding innovations. All it takes is a great idea. Give yours a shot at success and find out if you have what it takes to become an "Everyday Edison!" Continue reading ...
Drs. Pamela and Forrest Bird honored us with their presence and knowledge during our October meeting at the Orlando Main Library on Saturday Oct. 2nd. Pam talked briefly about what we need to do to get out inventions to market. She has literally written the book on it. It is called Inventing for Dummies. She also is the president of a very successful invention marketing firm, Innovative Product Technologies, Inc. which helps independent inventors get their products licensed amungst other ... Continue reading ...
Posted by David Woods on Wednesday, September 22, 2010,
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Events
UCF Small Business Development Center is offering a pair of all day seminars.
Strategy Planning for Small Business
Wednesday, September 29
9 am - 3:30 pm
Sales Strategies for Small Business
Wednesday, October 13
9 am - 3:30 pm
The pair of them is only $75 and includes breakfast and lunch. For more information click here. Continue reading ...
Posted by Catherine Hettinger on Sunday, September 5, 2010,
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Contests
The Challenge invites people to come together to take on one of the world’s toughest challenges - building the next-generation power grid to meet the needs of the 21st century. Selected Ecomagination Challenge entrants will be offered the opportunity to develop a commercial relationship with GE. If you are going to put in an entry do it soon because your ranking depends on how many votes you get before the end of the month. Get more information at: http://challenge.ecomagination.com/ct/c... Continue reading ...
Posted by Dr. Michael Hassan on Friday, September 3, 2010,
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Events
Speaker: Jerry Ross Date: Sept. 7, 2010 Time: 9:00-11:00 AM Location: Disney Entrepreneur Center - 315 E. Robinson St., Ste 100, Orlando 32801 RSVP: pat@disneyec.com, or call 407-420-4843 Surviving a tough economy requires rethinking your business, and developing those basic skills that make a business strong. Join Jerry Ross is this practical and motivational session as he shares his time tested tactics for getting a business through tough times! This seminar will inspire you to action and motiva... Continue reading ...
Posted by David Woods on Thursday, August 19, 2010,
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Events
October 13, 2010 - From Idea to Marketplace – How to Create, Distribute and Sell Your Invention
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Technological Research Development Authority (TRDA) Business Innovation Center, 1050 W. NASA Blvd, Melbourne
Presented by Jean Newell, Brevard’s own QVC guru. Turn your great idea into an income-producing business. The program is FREE. Reservations are required. Call the SBDC at 433-5570 or 433-5572
All classes require pre-registration . Call the SBDC at Brevard Com... Continue reading ...
Posted by David Woods on Tuesday, August 17, 2010,
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Events
Looking for more information on getting your business rolling? Check out the 5th Annual Entrepreneur Fair at the Downtown Sheraton. Get the full scoop at http://www.disneyec.com/pdf/5th-Annual-Entrepreneur-Fair.pdf. Continue reading ...
Posted by David Woods on Monday, August 16, 2010,
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Events
We have been notified the Tampa Bay Inventors Council will be hosting an inventors fair at the same time as our next meeting. Last year the booth space was free. It is well worth it to show your inventions here as long as they are ready to be seen publically. It is a great way to polish your presentation and get some market studying done. There will be Corvette enthusists galore since there will be a Corvette show at the same time. Following is a copy of the invitation sent to us.
Continue reading ...
At our June 5th, 2010 meeting we had a big turnout with 24 attending. Dr. Dave Flinchbaugh introduced us to TED (Technology, Entertainment, Design) a website with a bunch of helpful marketing information, and David Rose and his 10 Rules for Pitching to Venture Capitalists. It is a great video on how to present your project to Venture Capitalists. Continue reading ...
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