Everything Intellectual Property

David

My name is David Spears and I am an Intellectual Property attorney who manages patent portfolios for client ranges from start-up companies to multibillion dollar companies around the world. I am also a former college football player for Michigan State University. I am interviewing people who have invested in themselves and Intellectual property, and who then goes on to start a business around their intellectual Property.

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IP Wins: How Paddle Smash Scored Big
Jan 1 2024
IP Wins: How Paddle Smash Scored Big
In this interview of "Investing in IP," David sits down with the inventive mind behind Paddle Smash, Tim Swindle. Discover how Tim's unique blend of drive and ingenuity led to a multimillion-dollar success story, fusing the excitement of paddle sports into a new gaming sensation. From a software startup to a Shark Tank feature, this clip takes you through the twists and turns of transforming intellectual property into a big win. Learn about the patent journey, the strategic decisions that propelled Paddle Smash, and the important role of partnerships in scaling an invention. #Invention #Patent #Investing #SharkTank #PaddleSmash #EntrepreneurshipTune in to uncover the strategies that can take your idea from concept to commercial triumph, and how embracing the entrepreneur's path could lead to your own IP victory.CHAPTERS:0:00 - Introduction to Tim's Journey1:17 - Entrepreneurial Beginnings3:48 - Entrepreneurial Ambitions9:16 - Co-Founding with Scott11:39 - Origin of Paddle Smash12:47 - Meeting Investor Joe Bingum18:19 - Startup Costs Explained21:36 - Paddle Smash Explained23:01 - Decision to Appear on Shark Tank26:00 - Shark Tank Experience Compared27:57 - Performance in the Shark Tank30:53 - Post-Shark Tank Update34:41 - Expanding Internationally37:05 - Manufacturing Insights40:53 - Purchasing Paddle Smash42:03 - Future Goals for Paddle Smash43:16 - Staying Updated with Paddle Smash44:04 - Entrepreneurial Advice from Tim46:28 - Conclusion and Farewell