Everything Intellectual Property
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.
Everything Intellectual Property
How Pepper Pong Reinvented Ping Pong Forever
In this interview, entrepreneur Tom Filipini discusses the journey behind inventing Pepper Pong, a game designed to connect people of all ages. He shares insights into intellectual property strategies, including patents and trademarks, and how they protect inventions from knockoffs. Tom talks about the challenges of entrepreneurship, the role of creativity in building a brand, and his Shark Tank experience. Learn how he turned a simple idea into a game that’s inspiring connections and innovation. #invention #patent #intellectualproperty #entrepreneurship #inventions #investing #startup #innovation #IPsecrets #SharkTank
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Tom’s Story
00:51 - Welcome Tom
13:21 - Entrepreneurial Spirit
17:24 - Intellectual Property
21:20 - Utility Patent Insights
26:30 - Shark Tank Experience
28:53 - Launching Pepper Pong
33:33 - Evolution of Software
38:45 - Business Challenges and Breakthroughs
42:26 - Supporting Addiction Recovery
45:00 - Tips for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
49:05 - Connecting with Tom & Pepper Pong
51:30 - Outro