
Topic: How to License Your Invention & New Gadgets for 2026
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Welcome to Invent America Podcasts!
Hosts Mike King and Rita Crompton (America's Inventor Lady) dive deep into the "Golden Rule" of inventing: If you have one product, license it!.
In this episode, we explore the critical difference between being a manufacturer and a licensor, and why "leverage" is the most important word in the industry. plus, we showcase two new innovations hitting the market: a hands-free audio belt for golfers and a travel hanger that eliminates wrinkles.
Featured in this Episode:
-- The Golden Rule: Why single-product inventors should focus on licensing rather than manufacturing.
-- Product Spotlight - Bumpin' Belts: Eric Barnhart shows off his new wearable speaker belt designed for the golf course and outdoor lifestyle.
-- Product Spotlight - Easy Pack Hangers: Ron Johansen demonstrates how to go from "hanging to packed" in under a minute with his specialized travel hanger.
-- Industry Expert - Mike Ryan: The co-founder of Pronto Launch discusses why trade shows are the ultimate leverage for inventors.
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