Inventor Smart HQ Weekly Update – February 24, 2025

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Special February Book Club Feature: Live Meetup with the Inventor Smart Community!

📅 Tuesday, February 25, 2025 | 🕗 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT
📍 Location: Online via Zoom
🔗 Join Live on Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84107540707

February's Book Club meeting is your chance to connect, learn, and be inspired! While we’ll announce the featured book soon, we promise an engaging discussion as we explore valuable topics that support you on your inventor journey.

What’s the Book Club All About?

The Inventor Smart Book Club is more than just a meeting—it’s a vibrant community where you can:

✅ Connect live with insightful authors from diverse fields
✅ Explore books that cover essential topics for inventors, from innovation to entrepreneurship
✅ Participate in enriching conversations designed to help you learn, grow, and succeed as an inventor
✅ Gain exclusive insights from authors and experts—all in the spirit of supporting inventors on their path to success

This is a fantastic opportunity to expand your knowledge, network with fellow inventors, and be part of an inspiring conversation—all for free, just by being a member!

🔗 Stay Informed About the Event: Event Details
👥 Join the Book Club Group Conversation: Book Club Group

📅 Add the Event to Your Calendar: Get Real-Time Notifications

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with your fellow inventors!

Cracking the Retail Code: Insider Secrets from a Former PetSmart Buyer

📅 Thursday, February 27, 2025 | 🕗 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT
📍 Location: Online

Gain insider knowledge on how to break into the retail market from Michael (Mike) Stancill, a former PetSmart and Sprouts Farmers Market buyer with over 30 years of experience. Now a Business Development Manager at Central Garden & Pet, Mike represents major brands like Nylabone, Cadet, and Kaytee.

What You’ll Learn:

✅ How to craft a compelling pitch that catches a buyer’s attention
✅ What retail buyers look for in new product proposals
✅ Strategies for managing sales volume expectations and promotional budgets
✅ Real-world insights from the “Buy The Pound” custom pet food machine pitch
✅ How to navigate buyer meetings and build strong manufacturer partnerships

🗣️ Hosted by Brian Fried
Brian will share his expertise on manufacturer partnerships and getting products to market, providing actionable insights to help you take your invention from concept to retail success.

🔗 Join the Live Studio Audience on StreamYard: Watch Live
🌐 Watch on Your Preferred Platform:

• Facebook: Facebook Event

• LinkedIn: LinkedIn Live

• YouTube: YouTube Live

📅 Add the Event to Your Calendar: Get Real-Time Notifications

Don’t miss this must-attend event designed for inventors and entrepreneurs serious about bringing their innovations to retail! Stick around for the After Meeting Networking Event immediately following this session—a great opportunity to connect with fellow inventors, discuss insights, and expand your network. More information below! 👇

National Inventor Club: After Meeting Networking Event

📅 Thursday, February 27, 2025 | 🕘 9:00 PM ET
📍 Location: Online

Stick around after our main meeting for an engaging After Meeting Networking Event hosted by the National Inventor Club. This session provides a great opportunity to discuss and reflect on the insights from the latest talk, connect with fellow inventors, share ideas, and expand your network within the inventor community. Don't miss this chance to collaborate and inspire one another!

🔗 Join Zoom Meeting: Join Now
💡 Learn More: Event Details
📅 Add the Event to Your Calendar: Get Real-Time Notifications

Join the Zoom meeting immediately following the NIC main event to keep the conversation going and make valuable connections!

Stay Tuned for the March 2025 Event Schedule!

We have exciting events planned and in the works, including our Meet and Greet, Inventor Spotlight Podcast, National Inventor Club meeting, and much more!

👀 Want to stay ahead of all upcoming events? Keep an eye on the Inventor Smart Community App for our full March event lineup.

🔎 Check the Events Tab: View the Full Schedule

📆 Never Miss an Event Again! You can add all Inventor Smart events directly to your personal calendar with just a click, so you’ll never miss out on key sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities.

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Weekly Inventor Riddle – Can You Solve It?

Answer to Last Week’s Riddle:

The answer is a keyboard! It has keys but opens no locks, has space (the spacebar) but no room, and you can enter (the enter key) but never leave.

New Weekly Inventor Riddle – Can You Solve It?

I am not alive, but I can grow.
I don't have lungs, but I need air.
I don't have a mouth, and yet water kills me.

What am I?

Think you know the answer? Drop your guess in the Activity Feed inside the Inventor Smart Community App!

Join the Inventor Smart Community – Where Ideas Come to Life!

Ready to take your ideas to the next level? Connect with fellow inventors, access powerful tools and resources, and tap into an incredible network of innovators—all for free!

Turn your dreams into reality—start your journey today: Join Now

Take your invention to the next level with Inventor Smart 'Premium Insider'!

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.

🔗 Learn more and join today: Premium Insider

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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