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
From Garage Idea to Patent: HydraLamp's Entrepreneurial Story
In this interview, Daniel Victor, CEO of SYPS, talks about taking his garage invention from idea to patent and building a business around it. He discusses how the HydraLamp—a water-dispensing lamp—was inspired by a personal need and evolved into a product with broad appeal, from convenience to aiding the elderly and disabled. Daniel shares insights about their Kickstarter campaign, manufacturing challenges, and the importance of intellectual property in protecting inventions. Learn how they navigated viral moments, overcame obstacles, and continue to innovate in the water dispenser space. #patent #invention #investing #multimillion #china #money #intellectualproperty #win #victory #entrepreneurship #startup
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
01:19 - What is Hydrolamp
05:00 - Deciding on Business Ideas
06:27 - Partnering in Entrepreneurship
07:48 - Daniel's Entrepreneurial Journey
09:32 - Importance of Intellectual Property
11:57 - SIPS Product Line Overview
12:32 - Attraction to Water Filtration Industry
14:49 - Kickstarter Campaign Insights
17:11 - Manufacturing: US vs China
20:20 - Getting on Buy It Now Platform
22:20 - Considering Shark Tank Appearance
25:13 - Business Challenges and Successes
30:19 - Tips for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
32:12 - Viral Video Success Factors
33:43 - Direct to Consumer vs Retail
34:27 - Future Plans for SIPS