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Prerequisites:
An open and collaborative mindset.

What to Bring:
Describe yourself at www.SchoolofInvention as an inventor or collaborator.

By attending this Lean Invention workshop you will walk away with the knowledge that 1). You can pursue your idea without quitting your day job 2). You do not have to spend thousands of dollars to prototype, protect, and validate your invention. 3). You can make money from your inventions without having to launch a startup.

Hour 1). First to Invent: Collaboration is key and as an attendee you will experience the ideation process for the design and creation of a physical prototype.

Hour 2). First to File: Attendees will learn about the creation of Intellectual Property including provisional patent applications, establishing the trademark and related social media identity.

Hour 3). First to Market: Observe a prototype being produced and engage in the creation of a successful Crowdfunding campaign.

Hour 4) Supporters worldwide will give feedback, interact, and promote a newly launched idea.