Inventors Helping Inventors

Alan interviews James Sanchez. In 2012, James Sanchez had the license plate stolen from his truck. So, he invented the solution to this problem: the Tag Defender. Thanks to his ingenuity, buyers of the Tag Defender need not worry about such thefts. The product sells in AutoZone and Pep Boy stores nationwide. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts so you w...

A Alan interviews Lisa Crites. In 2009, Lisa Crites had breast cancer and had mastectomy surgery. Afterwards, she was advised to wear a plastic trash sack in the shower to keep surgical drain sites dry. Frustrated, she invented a better solution, the Shower Shirt. The Shower shirt provides a great shower solution to chest surgery patients worldwide. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes...

Alan interviews Mary Lou Palazzola. Mary Lou Palazzola faced a daily worker's dilemma - finding and retrieving her lunch bag from those of co-workers in a crowded refrigerator. She decided to buy a nice lunch bag, but found the limited choices uninspiring, so she invented the Pranzo Bag. The Pranzo Bag is a combo handbag and insulated lunch bag. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or w...

Alan provides another Bonus Training Thursday. In today's training episode, You'l learn how to tell the difference between legitimate invention marketing companies and scam companies. You'll learn a simple 4-step process to quickly spot scam invention marketing companies. Don't let a scammer get your wallet. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts so you w...

Alan interviews Steve Waddell. Steve Waddell was intrigued by Roman Nasoni fountains: public faucets which also had a separate spigot on top to provide a water fountain. Mr. Waddell invented the DaVinci fountain to bring this innovation to American homes. Now buyers can easily brush teeth, take pills, rinse makeup and save water at the same time. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or...

Alan interviews Rothana Walbolt. Rothana Walbolt as a child survived the brutal Cambodian Khmer Rouge regime to emigrate to the U.S. Rothana was amazed at the food waste she saw, especially with freezing and thawing foods. She invented a better solution: FreezeStax. Clients love the FreezeStax, especially the way it compactly stores foods in freezers. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTune...

Alan reflects on lessons learned from interviewing 50 inventors. In today's special episode, you'll learn about 7 lessons that Alan learned after interviewing 50 successful inventors. Tune in to learn why some inventors gave up a successful corporate career to pursue their inventing dreams. Also learn why parents are often great inventors. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or whereve...

Alan interviews Jessica Haynes. Jessica Haynes was annoyed because wall sockets in her home were loose and appliances would become unplugged while she was using them. She encouraged her husband to come up with a solution, so he did. They co-invented the Socket Saver, which keeps items firmly plugged into any socket. Loose socket problem solved. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wh...

Alan interviews Riley Spear. As a new parent, Riley found his infant son's bottles got dirty with milk film on the inside. There was no effective way to clean them, so he invented the Scrubber Ball. Now cleaning dirty bottles is a cinch, problem solved. Tune in as Alan give Riley advice on his next steps to prototyping and production of his invention. website: www.scrubberball.com LinkedIn @rileys...

Alan interviews Scott Folley. Learn how auto shop owner Scott Folley got tired of dried out caulking tubes, so he invented the solution - Tube A New. Clients just chop off the top of a dried out tube of caulk and pop on Tube A New, and they have a fresh tube of caulk. This saves buyers hundreds of dollars over time. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts...

Alan interviews Perry Kaye. Learn how serial inventor Perry Kaye creates markets for his inventions, increasing royalties. Tune into this Part 2 interview with Perry Kaye to learn some of his secrets to inventing, including the Frankenstein prototype. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts so you won't miss a single episode. LinkedIn - @perrytheinventor ...

Alan interviews Perry Kaye. Learn how serial inventor Perry Kaye created his first toy invention in just 14 minutes. Mr. Kaye has over 50 US and foreign patents and has focused especially upon toys. He loves helping other inventors. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.perrytheinventor.com  

Alan provides another Bonus Training Thursday. In today's training episode, you'll learn about 5 habits I see in every successful inventor. Tune in to find out why you'll never succeed as an inventor if your primary motive is to make money. Really. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com Webs...

Alan interviews Frances Prado. Learn how Frances invented a product to solve a lingerie problem almost every woman has. Frances' product,Hanging Secrets, solves the problem of crushed bras jammed into small compartments of chest of drawers. Women love that Hanging Secrets preserves their bras hanging in the closet for full visibility. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you...

Alan interviews Angie Myers. Learn how a busy mom with 6 kids invented the solution to laundry overwhelm and bath-time chaos. Angie's product, the My Buddy Towel, solves the bath time chaos with a quick drying, zip up, full body towel. Kids love it so much they even wear the My Buddy Towel to bed. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts so you won't miss a...

Alan interviews Dimitry Boss. Learn how Dimitry Boss turned his frustration at fitness equipment that didn't really develop the core muscles into a new invention: the Boss AbBlaster. Mr. Boss's innovative fitness device provides full development of the abs and is easily transported. Users are getting excellent results. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcas...

Alan interviews Robert Bear. Tune in to learn how Robert Bear took an interest in researching inventors and their inventions after discovering 2 similar inventions to his first invention. Mr. Bear compiled stories from 300 other inventors and in 2017, he started the Invention Stories Podcast. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts so you won't miss a sing...

Alan interviewsDon Debelak. Tune in to learn how Don Debelak has leveraged his 35 years of experience with new product marketing to help inventors gain traction with their inventions. Learn why pet products and kitchen items are hot - and golf items, not so much. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.onest...

Alan interviews inventor Brian Fried. Brian Fried is a serial inventor, a resource for other inventors, and the executive director of the United Inventors Association. Tune in to learn Brian's tips for working trade shows, licensing, and joining local inventors clubs. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts so you won't miss a single episode. Website: http...

Alan interviews inventor Connie Inukai. Tune in to learn how Connie got frustrated with attempting to read tiny print on restaurant tabs in dimly lit restaurants, then calculate tips and split them equitably for all the guests. Her solution was the Tip 'n Split - an invention she has sold on QVC, and promoted on The Today Show, and The View. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or where...

Alan interviews inventor Mina Yoo. Tune in to learn how Mina Yoo transitioned from a professor teaching entrepreneurship to inventing and commercializing her invention - the Heroclip. Learn how Mina obtained both crowd funding and angel investment to propel her invention to success. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts so you won't miss a single episode...

Alan provides another Bonus Training Thursday - Bootstrapping Your Invention. Tune in to learn 4 different ways to bootstrap your invention to success. You'll learn creative ways to commercialize your invention successfully without breaking the bank. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts so you won't miss a single episode. Webinar:  www.alanbeckley.com/l...

Alan interviews inventor Becca Brown. Tune in to learn how Becca and her business partner took an innovative high heel protector - Solemates - to the Shark Tank, then to successful product. Learn how Becca dealt with key setbacks including initial Shark Tank rejection and initial rejections from angel investors.  Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts so...

Alan interviews inventor Louise White. Tune in to learn how Louise White has sold over 500 toy designs over 20 years. Learn how Louise has leveraged her invention skills to design toys for Marvel D.C. Comics and many other famous brands. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.mefirstdesigns.com Webinar: www...

Alan interviews Jesse Morgan - inventor of the Extractor. Tune in to learn how narrowly escaping death from a head-on collision led to Jesse's aha moment for his Extractor invention. Learn how Mr. Morgan founded a successful security training business and, in the process, met Dan Marino. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts so you won't miss a single ep...