Inventors Helping Inventors

Alan interviews Shari Hammond. For Shari Hammond, invention was in the family. Her father holds over 150 patents and she got her first patent at the age of 19. Shari Hammond designed the Cabinet Caddy, an innovative space-saving kitchen organizer buyers rave over. 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.cabi...

Alan interviews Andrea Pass. With 30 years of PR experience, Andrea Pass has transitioned from helping large blue chip clients to small entrepreneurs and inventors.  With Andrea's help, inventors are able to get favorable exposure for their products on radio, TV, and other mass media. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts so you won't miss a single episo...

Alan interviews Rich Richardson. As a restaurant manager, Rich was frustrated by the inefficient ways that employees cleaned or bussed tables. Rich invented the solution to the mess: an innovative table bussing tool called the Bus It -N- Catch It. Thanks to Rich, now bussers can clean tables quickly and efficiently with no left-behind mess. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherev...

Alan interviews Susan Hansen. Susan Hansen loved her canine companion, Coleman. But thunderstorms and other loud noises terrified him. Susan realized that her dog couldn't fear what he couldn't hear. So, she invented CrittEar - an in-ear noise protection device. Now dogs can be cool, calm, and collected, even when it's noisy. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your...

Alan provides a new Bonus - Fun Fact Friday. In today's episode, Alan talks about how the Dramatic Duo - of fear and worry -plague most of us every day. Learn a simple technique to derail your fear-worry cycle and focus, instead, on positive creativity and success. 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.ala...

Jon LaClare, host of the Harvest Growth podcast, interviews Alan. In today's episode, Alan shares how he pivoted 3 times to achieve success as an inventor. Tune in to learn about key mistakes inventors make - derailing their chances for success. Also trade-offs between licensing and venturing your invention. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts so you w...

Alan interviews Cigdem Delano. Cigdem Delano left a lucrative IT executive career to pursue her dream of creating innovative new products. Her first invention, the Mess No More pet bowl prevents pets from making messes when they are fed. Her product actually prevents the mess - instead of merely containing it - as other bowls do. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get...

Alan interviews Lisa Lloyd. Lisa Lloyd has enjoyed a 28 year successful career as an inventor. She began with the French Twister, an innovate way to quickly create a French twist hairstyle. On Shark Tank, she landed a deal with Daymond John and Barbara Corcoran for her TC Pets product. Today she consults with Fortune 500 companies. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you ge...

Alan provides another Bonus Training Thursday. In today's training episode, Alan shares 3 secret strategies of successful inventors. Tune in to find out how you can learn to be a successful inventor. Also, learn the 3 strategies that separate successful inventors from wannabe inventors. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts so you won't miss a single epi...

Alan interviews Michelle Morrison. Michelle had invention ideas, even as a child. As an adult, she helped her brother with his improved guitar pick invention, called Pro-Pic. When her brother passed away from cancer, Michelle continued his legacy by marketing the Pro-Pic invention. Today, she also markets her own products as a full time inventor. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or...

Alan interviews Josh Malone. Josh Malone had the inventor's dream: a $1 million Kickstarter campaign and a huge selling invention. But, then a huge company knocked off his product and Josh went to court. After years and millions in attorneys fees, Josh prevailed and now he advocates for other inventors. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts so you won't...

Alan interviews Rob Kessler. RobKessler and his bride had a perfect wedding day on a beach in Jamaica - except his freshly-pressed new dress shirt looked a crumpled mess. Rob decided to invent the solution, the Million Dollar Collar. With Rob's innovative shirt insert, all dress shirts look perfect - even without a tie. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podca...

Alan interviews Jon LaClare. Jon LaClare, became a marketing executive executive, managing new product launches with Kraft Foods. Later he began working with infomercials for OxyClean. Today with his company, Harvest Growth, he helps brands, product developers, and inventors to successfully launch new products. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts so yo...

Alan interviews Valerie Guglielmo. Like many women, Valerie Guglielmo found it annoying that her concentrator nozzle would pop off and fly across the room while she was blow drying her hair. Instead of duct taping the attachment onto her hair dryer - she invented a better solution - the SnozzlePro Universal Nozzle Adapter for Hair Dryer Attachments. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes...

Alan provides another Bonus Training Thursday. In today's training episode, Alan takes a look at 2019 year in review for the IHI podcast. Tune in to learn humble inventor beginnings, trade show secrets, experiences on QVC and much more - from vignettes from 6 different inventors. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts so you won't miss a single episode. W...

Alan interviews Warren Wilson. Warren went from a "broke, reclusive guy working from a little shed" to successful inventor of the BetterBlocks toys for kids. Warren invented BetterBlocks to give kids building blocks that could actually move. The product sold over $45 million in retail. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts so you won't miss a single epis...

Alan interviews Maria Messier. Former neonatal ICU nurse, Maria Messier invented the perfect clothing solution for new moms - the Extendher maternity jacket extender. Maria - a mother of 4 children - tired of having to wear her husband's jacket during winters while she was pregnant. So, she invented a better solution: the Extendher. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you g...

Alan interviews Dana Knowles. Dana Knowles' life journey was a tumultuous one: from drugs and alcohol addiction to rehab and success as an inventor. Dana found fluttering shower curtains annoying. Her Hanging Shower Caddy invention solved that problem, plus it holds every item needed in the shower within easy reach. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts...

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...