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The Journey to Patent Success: Julie Austin’s Experience with the US Patent and Trademark Office
Julie Austin details her experience with the US Patent and Trademark Office, highlighting the challenges and persistence needed for patent success.
Navigating Supply Chain Disruption: Lessons Learned from a Manufacturer’s Journey
Discover key lessons in managing supply chain disruption, from supplier diversification to risk management, for a more resilient manufacturing strategy.
Accidental Innovation: The Story of the Microwave Oven
Learn how Percy Spencer’s accidental discovery led to the invention of the microwave oven, revolutionizing kitchens and changing everyday life.
How to Create an Innovative Culture
Discover how to foster an innovative culture in your organization. Learn practical tips for creative leadership, building a clear vision, and empowering teams to innovate daily.
Will Robots Disrupt Your Job? Understanding the Future of Work
Explore how robots are transforming industries and redefining the workplace. Learn about job disruption, new opportunities, and the future of human-robot collaboration.
The Invention of Silly Putty: From Accidental Innovation to Iconic Toy
Discover the fascinating story of Silly Putty — a failed rubber substitute that became one of the most beloved toys of all time. Learn how accidental innovation by GE engineer James Wright, combined with clever marketing by Peter Hodgson, turned a “useless” material into a global toy sensation. From its wartime origins to its induction into the Toy Hall of Fame, explore how Silly Putty bounced its way into pop culture history.
Hire an Innovation Keynote Speaker: The Ultimate Guide to Making the Right Choice (2024-2025 Update)
Discover How to Choose an Innovation Keynote Speaker with Real-World Experience to Inspire, Educate, and Motivate Your Audience. When it comes to hiring an innovation keynote speaker, meeting planners face a critical choice: Do you hire someone who has actually...
What Inventors Can Teach Us About Design Thinking
Design thinking is a problem-solving approach that puts human needs first. Inventors can teach us a lot about design thinking. I invented my product, the wrist water bottle, because I needed it myself. I passed out from dehydration while out running in the heat. I...
The Value of Hiring an Innovation Keynote Speaker
As an innovation keynote speaker I use my background as an inventor to show companies and organizations how to think like an inventor to generate breakthrough ideas. Innovation is the key to creating your ultimate competitive advantage. And the key to doing that is...