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Inventor Smart Weekly Update – March 25, 2025
Your Weekly Guide to Progress: Stay Connected, Keep Learning, and Move Your Ideas Forward
Inventor Smart
March 25, 2025
Happy Tuesday, Inventor Smart Community!
A brand new week is here — and with it, fresh opportunities to learn, connect, and move your ideas forward. Whether you’re after expert guidance, practical resources, or meaningful connections with fellow inventors, there’s plenty ahead to support your progress.
Stay tuned, take action, and make the most of what’s coming up. Here’s what’s happening this week and how you can keep building momentum on your inventor journey: 👇
📚 Inventor Smart Book Club – March 2025
Special Guest: David Klein, Inventor of the Original Jelly Belly®
Join us for this month’s Inventor Smart Book Club featuring a truly iconic guest: David Klein, also known as The Candyman, the inventor behind the original Jelly Belly® jelly bean.
In this exclusive live session, David will share the remarkable story behind one of the most beloved candies in the world—along with a special preview of his upcoming book. From the early days of product creation to licensing, branding, and building a household name, David’s journey is filled with valuable insights for inventors and entrepreneurs alike.
🗓 Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025
🕗 Time: 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT
📍 Where:
• Join Live on Zoom
• Watch in the Inventor Smart App
What to Expect:
✅ Live Q&A with David Klein
✅ A first look at excerpts from his new book
✅ Stories and lessons from decades of invention and entrepreneurship
✅ Networking and discussion with fellow Book Club members
💬 Keep the Conversation Going:
Join the Book Club group to share thoughts, ask questions, and access past sessions:
🔗 Book Club Group – Inventor Smart App
All are welcome. We look forward to seeing you there!
🎥 Sneak Peek: David Klein on the Got Invention Show
Before you meet him live at this week’s Book Club, catch this one-of-a-kind interview with David Klein, the original creator of Jelly Belly® jelly beans, hosted by Brian Fried on the Got Invention Show.
David shares the real story behind Jelly Belly’s creation, his creative branding strategies, the ups and downs of building a national candy brand—and the lessons he wants every inventor to hear.
▶️ Watch the Interview on YouTube:
Inventor of Jelly Belly Beans – David Klein on Got Invention Show
This episode is packed with behind-the-scenes stories and timeless advice. A must-watch for anyone building something from the ground up.
🙌 Welcome to Our Newest Members!
The Inventor Smart Community is Growing — and You’re Invited
We’re excited to welcome a fresh group of creators, thinkers, and builders who joined the Inventor Smart Community App this week! Whether you’re just starting out or deep in development, you now have a network of fellow inventors at your fingertips.
A big welcome to:
@TheSputter (Derek Thompson), @Zevyk (Zevy Krainess), @Goodfilly8 (Lisa Farinelli), @MrMoy (Andrew Moy), @Carminamejia028, @NajiChamieh (Naji Chamieh), @SkyFrameMedia (Tony Bowie), @MadeleineStartsherealways (Madeleine Schwartz), @อั๋น (พลทหาร กฤษฏา ยศปัญญา), @RosaLit (Rosalind Lit), @ArminSh (Armin), @Jwegner3686, @Mandymay (Mandy O’Malley), and @Daschlossberg01 (Dan S) — and more joining every day!
We’re glad you’re here. You’re part of a growing, engaged community designed to support your invention journey — through connection, resources, and real-time conversations.
🎯 Not in the app yet?
Log in now to meet fellow inventors, access member-only features, and never miss an opportunity:
👉 app.inventorsmart.com
Let’s build what’s next — together.
📅 This Week in the Inventor Smart Community
Connect. Learn. Keep Moving Forward.
March is wrapping up with a highlight you won’t want to miss — and our April 2025 event schedule is just around the corner. Stay tuned for new opportunities to connect, grow, and take meaningful steps toward your inventor goals.
Next Up:
📖 Inventor Smart Book Club – March Meetup
Featuring Special Guest David Klein, Inventor of the Jelly Belly® Jelly Bean
🗓 Thursday, March 27, 2025
🕗 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT
📍 Join on Zoom | Watch in the App
Get inspired by David Klein’s journey from candy maker to national icon. He’ll be sharing lessons from a lifetime of inventing and giving us a live preview of his new book. Everyone is welcome—come curious and bring your questions.
📆 Want to plan ahead?
The April 2025 Event Schedule drops next week with fresh sessions, expert insights, and community meetups.
Let’s finish March strong—and get ready for what’s next. See you at the Book Club!
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🧠 Weekly Inventor Riddle – Ready for a Challenge?
🧩 Last Week’s Riddle Answer:
A map! 🗺️
It has cities, but no houses.
It has mountains, but no trees.
It has water, but no fish.
Did you guess it correctly? Let’s see how you do this week...
🔍 This Week’s Riddle:
I go up but never come down.
What am I?
💬 Think you’ve got it?
Drop your answer in the Activity Feed inside the Inventor Smart Community App:
👉 Log in here
📸 Stand Out in the Community – Add Your Profile Picture
Your profile photo helps others recognize and connect with you in the Inventor Smart Community. It’s a small step that makes a big difference in how we interact, collaborate, and grow together.
Why Add Your Photo?
✅ Makes networking easier – people connect faster with a face
✅ Builds credibility – show you're active and engaged
✅ Brings the community to life – more personal, more meaningful
It only takes a moment—and it helps everyone feel more connected.
Let’s make our community more vibrant, one face at a time!
💡 Join the Inventor Smart Community – Your Space to Build, Learn, and Connect
Got an idea? Looking for support, tools, or inspiration? The Inventor Smart Community is where inventors come together to grow, connect, and move forward—at every stage of the journey.
Inside the Community, You’ll Find:
✅ A network of fellow inventors and industry experts
✅ Live events, workshops, and valuable discussions
✅ Tools, templates, and trusted resources to support your process
✅ A space to ask questions, share wins, and get real feedback
It’s free to join—and everything’s waiting for you.
Let’s bring your ideas to life—together.
🎉 That’s a Wrap for This Week!
Keep moving forward, stay curious, and take advantage of every opportunity to grow with the Inventor Smart Community. Whether you're sketching your first idea or refining your tenth prototype—we're here to support your journey.
✨ Keep building.
💡 Keep creating.
🚀 Keep showing up.
We look forward to seeing you at this week’s Book Club meetup and in the community every day. Let’s make meaningful progress—together.
Until next time,
– The Inventor Smart Team
📩 Have questions or ideas? We’re all ears → [email protected]
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