🔍 Exploring the Intersection of Patents and Trade Secrets on the Bold Inventor Show 🔍

In this week’s episode of the Bold Inventor Show, hosts J.D. Houvener and special guest David Bosland dive deep into the critical topic of patents vs. trade secrets and where these two legal protections meet in the world of innovation. Whether you’re an aspiring inventor or an established entrepreneur, this episode provides invaluable insights to help you understand the nuances of protecting your intellectual property.

🎯 Key Topics Covered:

• Patent vs. Trade Secret: We break down the pros and cons of both, including when to choose one over the other. Should you patent your invention, or is keeping it a trade secret the better move?
• Reverse-Engineerability Test: Learn how to determine if your product can be reverse-engineered, and why this is a pivotal factor in deciding between patent protection and trade secrets.
• Real-Life Examples: From Boeing’s trade secret processes to modern-day startups, we explore how businesses successfully leverage both patents and trade secrets to gain a competitive edge.
• Legal Hurdles: Discover the legal definitions and requirements for establishing trade secret protection and the steps you need to take to keep your information secure.
• Patents and Trade Secrets Working Together: We discuss how patents and trade secrets can complement each other and be used strategically to protect different aspects of your innovation.
• Real Questions from Inventors: We field questions from Reddit on topics like patentability, age requirements for inventors, and how to build and protect prototypes.

💡 Whether you’re just starting your inventor journey or managing a robust intellectual property portfolio, this episode is packed with expert advice and practical tips to protect your innovations and maximize their value.

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Tune in Live Every Wednesday at 1:30 PM PST for more inventor insights, patent law tips, and lively discussions that help you take your innovation to the next level! 📅

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In this engaging episode of the Bold Inventor Show, J.D. Houvener and special co-host David Bosland dive deep into one of the most pressing questions for professionals in the workplace: Who owns your inventions when you're on the job? 🎙️ Whether you're an engineer, a designer, or a creative thinker, this episode unpacks the legal implications of innovating within a company.

From J.D.’s experience as a former Boeing employee to David's expertise in intellectual property (IP) law, they explore the fine line between personal ownership and company claims on new inventions. They tackle real-life scenarios where employees innovate outside their job descriptions but might still face claims from their employers due to contracts, tools used, or simply working hours.

Key Takeaways:

• 💼 Employer IP Rights: Understanding how employment contracts affect invention ownership.
• 🛠️ Work Tools Matter: How using company resources (laptops, tools, etc.) could mean the company owns your invention.
• ⚖️ Independent Innovation: Strategies to protect your ideas if you're creating something outside your job role.
• 💡 Freedom to Operate: The importance of clear contracts for inventors, especially when working as contractors.

Whether you're working at a large corporation or a small business, understanding IP ownership is critical if you're creating while on the job. Tune in for insights, real stories, and practical advice on securing your innovations!

Don't miss this episode packed with actionable advice for inventors everywhere!

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In this exciting episode of The Bold Inventor Show, join patent attorney J.D. Houvner and trademark attorney Matt Kulseth as they dive deep into the world of intellectual property. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, inventor, or business owner on the brink of something big, this episode is packed with crucial legal insights that can help protect your innovative ideas.

🌟 Highlights of this Episode:

• 💡 Patent Restore Act & Prevail Act – Understand the latest developments in patent law and how they could shift the landscape for inventors. Will these acts tip the scales in favor of patent owners?
• 🔑 The Importance of Trademarks – Learn why your brand's trademark could be your second most valuable asset, and how it plays a key role in scaling and protecting your business.
• 🎯 Real-World Legal Questions – Hear answers to pressing legal questions from business owners about patenting motorcycle club patches, inventorship vs. ownership, and more!
• 🛠️ Tools for Market Domination – Get an inside look at how to leverage tools like AnswerThePublic.com to sharpen your SEO strategy and stay ahead of the competition.

Plus, Matt shares stories from the front lines of trademark battles and their surprising connection to memorial walls and motorcycle clubs! This episode is packed with actionable advice, humorous moments, and expert legal knowledge to empower you to take your business to the next level.

✨ Don’t miss the live audience Q&A and insightful tips for entrepreneurs looking to secure their intellectual property in today’s competitive market.

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Welcome to The Bold Inventor Show, your weekly deep dive into innovation, entrepreneurship, and intellectual property. Hosted by patent expert J.D. Houvener and trademark guru Matt Kulseth, this episode blends insightful discussions, practical advice, and real-world case studies that every aspiring inventor and entrepreneur should hear.

In this episode, J.D. and Matt tackle a variety of questions from their audience, analyze a unique back-to-school invention from Shark Tank, and discuss the complexities of patenting and trademarking in today’s market. From understanding licensing agreements to exploring the challenges of bringing innovative products to market, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways.

Key Takeaways:

• Licensing at the Provisional Stage: Learn about the risks and rewards of licensing a product during its provisional patent stage, and the importance of conducting thorough patent searches.
• Trademark Tips for Entrepreneurs: Discover the pitfalls in trademarking, such as the misconception that adding "Co" to a brand name makes it distinctive. Learn how to create strong, registrable trademarks.
• Consistency in Branding: Understand the importance of maintaining consistency in brand usage, particularly with composite or unitary trademarks, to ensure strong brand identity.
• The Power of AI in Legal Work: Explore the emerging role of AI in the legal industry, particularly in patent and trademark searches, and the importance of human oversight in legal analysis.

Lessons Learned:

1. Market Validation is Key: Securing patents and media coverage doesn’t guarantee success. The Vest Packs product illustrates the importance of strong market demand.
2. Understand Your IP Rights: Knowing when and how to assign your patent or trademark rights is crucial for strategic management in licensing agreements.
3. Create Strong Trademarks: Combining descriptive words doesn’t create a strong trademark. Aim for suggestive, arbitrary, or fanciful trademarks that stand out in the market.

J.D. and Matt conclude the episode by encouraging listeners to take action on their intellectual property strategies and to protect their innovations. Tune in every Wednesday at 1:30 PM Pacific for more insights and live discussions on how to turn bold ideas into reality.

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J.D. Houvener owner/founder of Bold Patents talks about the 4 big areas of intellectual property (IP) related to the recent Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games including a solid discussion about copyrights (broadcasting rights, designs, and artistic works throughout the games), trademarks (and how most branding/marketing was done over commercial breaks, and little/no product placement or banners were allowed), patents (sports equipment, software/analysis/AI, shoes, clothing, glasses, and other wearable IoT devices), and trade secrets (the business advantages the IoC and other organizations use and protect).

There is also a Shark Tank critique of "Ski-Z", which is a nod to the upcoming 2-years away Winter games in Italy. J.D. provides his analysis of both patents and trademarks for the product.

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J.D. and Matt go over several questions from our Reddit and Quora communities as well as Avvo. We even get some help from attorneys on our live feed as well, thank you to Phillip and David for that.

We do a fun Shark tank critique of a creative spin on skin-colored bandaids as well.

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We had a great show answering 5 patent questions touching on everything from prior art research to provisional vs. nonprovisional vs. design patents.

The interview with CEO/Founder of InGen Dynamics was really insightful. Arshad offered some really great insights in the world of AI and robotics, and what is still yet to come for their company and the industry at large. Arshad also let down his guard a bit, and gave some personal advice to those budding entrepreneurs out there. His #1 advice was to be more resilient - you've got to listen to his #2 and #3.

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J.D. and Matt get the opportunity to interview founder of Cabin Cool, which is a Department of Energy grant backed technology developed at the University of Michigan. Todd talks with us about how he's been tasked with the challenge of bringing the Cabin Cool product to market and finding a long-term partner/buyer.

We critique another cooling device, BedJet, and their pitch to the sharks and we discuss IP protection and how that did/could have impacted the outcome.

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