Inventor Smart HQ #45 — November Momentum: Big Wins, New Connections & Real Inventor Insights

📬 What’s Inside This Week’s HQ

• 💬 Main Event: Inventor Smart Meetup — Connect & Network · Nov 10 @ 8 PM ET

• 🎥 Replay: What Happens After You Have the Idea — Fireside Chat w/ Steve Greenspon & Brian Fried

• 👋 New Members: 17 new inventors joined — and we’ve officially passed 1,900 total members!

• 🌟 Spotlight: Alexis Mantione — Patented inventor & founder of My Two Ladies

• 🎙️ The Inventor Coach Podcast: Manufacturing Smart — How to Build Your Invention Without Getting Burned

• 💬 Forum: Join the conversation anytime at InventorChat.com

• 🎙️ The Inventor Smart Podcast: CycleSole — Solving a Major Cyclist Problem

• 💡 Inventor Tip: Pitch Smart, Not Fast — Why precision beats speed every time

• 📘 Invention Playbook: Read Brian’s latest strategies at InventionPlaybook.com

• 🤖 AI Spotlight: Podwise — Turn podcasts into instant takeaways

• 🧭 Invention.Services: Get expert help from patent to product

• 🗓️ Upcoming Events: Nov 10 · Nov 15 · Nov 18 — and more to come

💬 Main Event: Inventor Smart Meetup — Connect & Network

📅 Monday, November 10
🕗 8:00 PM ET
📍 Live on Google Meet
🔗 Join the Meetup →

Inventor Smart is hosting an open community meetup for inventors everywhere — a welcoming space to connect, collaborate, and share what you’re working on. Whether you’re just starting your journey or already deep into development, this event is a great way to meet others who “get it” and build real relationships in the inventor world.

This month’s session will be led by Samantha St. Raymond (VP of Community) and Shawn Taylor (Head of Community), who will guide the conversation, spark introductions, and help everyone feel at home.

🎯 What to Expect:

• Meet and network with fellow inventors

• Share your ideas, progress, or wins

• Hear updates on upcoming Inventor Smart events and opportunities

• Enjoy a relaxed, collaborative atmosphere that inspires innovation

Bring your curiosity, your questions — or just yourself. Inventor Smart provides the space — you bring the ideas. Let’s connect, collaborate, and keep inventing together.

🎥 Event Replay — What Happens After You Have the Idea

If you missed last week’s National Inventor Club livestream, now’s your chance to catch up!

In this powerful fireside chat, Brian Fried sits down with Steve Greenspon — entrepreneur, inventor (35 patents), and former CEO of Honey-Can-Do International, who scaled his company to $110 million before a successful exit.

You’ll learn:
💡 What licensees look for when reviewing inventor pitches
⚙️ How licensing deals actually work (royalties, structure, terms)
🏭 The reality of manufacturing partnerships
📦 How to scale a consumer goods brand to 9 figures — and plan your exit

Whether you’re at the idea stage or scaling up, this replay is a masterclass in turning concepts into companies.

🔗 Watch the Replay → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zi3K76lvgGI

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👋 Welcome to Our Newest Members

The Inventor Smart family keeps growing — and this week, we’re thrilled to welcome 11 new inventors in the app and 6 new members in the Inventor Chat Forum!

Together, we’ve now surpassed 1,900 total members across the Inventor Smart ecosystem — and we’re well on our way to 2,000 inventors strong! Every new face adds energy, ideas, and experience that help make this community the go-to space for innovators everywhere.

If you’re just joining us, you’ve entered a space built by inventors, for inventors — where ideas turn into prototypes, and prototypes turn into real products.

🆕 New in the Inventor Smart App:
Ritchie · Li · Vyakashi · Quintus · inventorzuck5 · Arthur · Kevin881 · Dengyuan · Michael Watts · Bertin Niyigaba · Aarondstinson95 · Bontrager TechIndustries (Elijah Bontrager) · Ellie · getoarguci64 · Kilo-22 (Kyree Williams)

💬 New in the Inventor Chat Forum:
langeenoch · EllerySir · jlvinnovations · BedbuddyUSA · RickOB1 · Fracasso74

✨ Next Steps for New Members:
👋 Say hello — post a short intro and tell us what you’re working on.
🖼️ Add your profile photo — it helps others connect with you faster.
💡 Share your progress — a sketch, prototype, or question is the perfect way to start engaging.

Every great invention starts with a simple hello — so take a minute this week to connect, comment, or welcome someone new.

👉 Not a member yet? Join the Inventor Smart App or visit InventorChat.com — your next idea (and the support to bring it to life) is waiting.

🌟 Community Spotlight: Alexis Mantione — Patented Inventor & Founder of My Two Ladies

This week, we’re excited to spotlight Alexis Mantione, a patented inventor and founder of My Two Ladies, a premium fiber art tools brand designed with hand health in mind.

Based in Long Beach, NY, Alexis is the creator behind the innovative Alexis Crafting Needles, LLC, where passion for craftsmanship meets ergonomic design. Her mission: to make fiber arts more comfortable, accessible, and inspiring for creators everywhere.

Recently, Alexis and her product were featured on Good Morning America — a huge milestone for any inventor. In her own words, she shared:

We’re so proud to have Alexis as part of the Inventor Smart community. Her drive, creativity, and persistence embody exactly what this network is about: turning big ideas into tangible success.

🔗 View Alexis’s Member Profile →

✨ Want to be featured in a future Community Spotlight? Stay active, share your wins, and post your updates — your story could be next.

🎙️ The Inventor Coach Podcast — New Episode Out Now!

Episode 7: Manufacturing Smart — How to Build Your Invention Without Getting Burned

Your prototype is ready — now it’s time to make it real. In this week’s episode, Inventor Coach Brian Fried shares how to navigate the manufacturing process the smart way — from choosing between domestic or overseas production to building reliable partnerships and avoiding costly mistakes.

It’s a must-listen for any inventor ready to take their product from prototype to production.

🎥 Watch on YouTube →
🎧 Listen to more episodes →
👤 Work with Brian →

✨ New episodes drop every few weeks — subscribe so you never miss Brian’s latest inventor insights.

💬 Join the Conversation at InventorChat.com

Big ideas don’t grow in isolation — they grow through connection.

That’s what Inventor Chat is for. It’s your round-the-clock space to ask questions, share updates, get feedback, and celebrate the small wins that keep you moving forward. No noise, no sales pitches — just real inventors helping each other make real progress.

Whether you’re stuck on a prototype, preparing a pitch, or just curious how others are turning ideas into products, the Inventor Chat Forum is where collaboration happens between meetups and events.

👉 Start a thread or jump into the discussion today at InventorChat.com — your next breakthrough could come from a single comment.

🎙️ The Inventor Smart Podcast — Spotlight on CycleSole

Every cyclist knows the struggle — step off the bike and suddenly your cleats turn into a hazard. In the latest episode of the Inventor Spotlight Podcast, host Samantha St. Raymond talks with Lorri Cornett, inventor of CycleSole, the shoe cover that keeps cyclists stable and protects their cleats off the bike.

Lorri shares how she turned a simple frustration into a patented product — from early prototypes to U.S. manufacturing and everything in between.

🎥 Watch Now on YouTube →
🔗 Get CycleSole & Learn More →

✨ Real inventors. Real stories. Real inspiration — powered by Inventor Smart.

💡 Inventor Tip of the Week — Pitch Smart, Not Fast

Once you’ve protected your idea — even with just a provisional patent — it’s time to start talking to the right people. But don’t rush to pitch everyone. As Brian Fried teaches, the key is alignment. Before reaching out, research who you’re pitching to and make sure your invention fits their product line or market. A perfect match beats a hundred random calls.

📌 Pro Tip:
Start with companies already selling similar products. Look them up on LinkedIn, find their product development or licensing contacts, and reach out with a clear, confident introduction — backed by your patent-pending status and prototype visuals.

🎯 Action Step:
Identify three companies this week that could be ideal licensees for your invention — and prepare a short, professional email or video pitch for one of them.

Remember: The right pitch isn’t about speed — it’s about precision and preparation.

📘 The Invention Playbook — Insider Strategies from Brian Fried

If you’re ready to level up your invention game, the Invention Playbook is your go-to resource.
Created by Brian Fried, it’s packed with actionable guides, insider tips, and step-by-step strategies covering everything from licensing and prototyping to manufacturing and patent strategy.

Recent favorites include:
🧩 Should You License Your Invention or Launch It Yourself?
🤝 What to Do When Someone Is Interested in Your Invention
💡 The Patent Myth That’s Costing Inventors Thousands

Start reading, learning, and turning your ideas into reality.
🔗 Visit InventionPlaybook.com →

🤖 AI Spotlight of the Week — Podwise: Instant Insights from Any Podcast

Turn hours of podcasts into minutes of actionable takeaways. Podwise gives you AI-powered summaries, highlights, Q&A, mind maps, and translations—so you can search, scan, and save what matters fast.

✨ Why Inventors Love It: research faster, clip key quotes for pitches, and export to Notion/Readwise/Obsidian.

🔗 Try it free → podwise.ai

🗓️ Upcoming Events at a Glance

💬 Inventor Smart Community Meetup: Connect & Network
📅 Mon Nov 10 @ 8:00 PM ET — Join fellow inventors for an open community meetup hosted by Inventor Smart. Connect, collaborate, and share what you’re working on in a relaxed, inspiring space.
🔗 View Event →

📰 Inventor Smart Newsletter — November 2025 Edition
📅 Sat Nov 15 @ 8:30 AM ET — Catch the latest inventor news, community highlights, and tips from Brian Fried and the Inventor Smart team in this month’s newsletter.
🔗 View Event →

🎙️ Ask the Inventor Coach: Live Q&A with Brian Fried
📅 Tue Nov 18 @ 7:00 PM ET — Bring your questions and get live feedback from The Inventor Coach himself in this interactive session.
🔗 View Event →

💡 More Events Coming Soon
Stay tuned — additional November and December sessions will be added as they become available.

🕒 All event times are listed in Eastern Time (ET). Add them to your calendar and join us live!

🧭 Invention.Services — Get Expert Help for Every Step

Need help turning your invention into a real product? Invention.Services connects you directly with trusted experts — from patent protection to prototyping, manufacturing, licensing, and branding.

It’s your one-stop destination for expert guidance and proven partners who can help you bring your invention to life — efficiently and affordably.

✨ Why Inventors Trust It:

• Expert patent & IP support

• Manufacturing and design partners

• Licensing guidance and deal assistance

• Marketing & product launch strategy

You don’t have to figure it out alone — Brian Fried and his team have helped thousands of inventors move from idea to market.

🔗 Explore Invention.Services →

Let’s See Those Faces, Inventors!

Real people. Real ideas. Real community.

If you haven’t already, take a moment to add or update your profile photo in the app. It’s a simple step that makes a big difference — especially with upcoming meetups and live events where connections matter most.

👉 Update your profile pic here »

💬 Makes networking smoother
🎤 Helps others recognize and connect with you during live events
🎁 Bonus: Send us a quick DM once it’s updated and we’ll send you a small thank-you gift!

Show up. Be seen. This is your inventor community.

Level Up Your Inventor Game with the Inventor Smart Community

Why stay stuck in “idea mode” when you can supercharge your inventor journey?

Inside the Inventor Smart App, you’ll unlock:
✅ Live Q&As + insider events to keep you moving forward
✅ Ready-to-use tools — NDAs, pitch decks & more
✅ A supportive network of inventors who push you to go bigger

No fees. No fluff. Just momentum.

👉 Step into your next level → inventorsmart.com

Your ideas deserve more than the drawing board — they deserve to fly.

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Enjoy monthly Q&A sessions with Brian Fried and industry experts, share your story on the Inventor Spotlight Podcast, and gain access to exclusive events and discounts, including a 10% discount at InventorMart and on services at brianfried.com.

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Meet Brian Fried - Your Inventor Coach, Author, Speaker, and Founder

Get to know Brian Fried, the Inventor Coach. With 15 patents and a successful licensing history, he has dedicated 18 years to coaching inventors. Explore his ventures like the Got Invention Show, National Inventor Club, and Inventor Smart Community app. Schedule a call with Brian at brianfried.com.

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