Double Decker Stroller, Inc
If it were not for the EIA my invention would not be where it is today nor
would it have taken such little time to get to market. The EIA was my source
for : documenting my idea, protecting my idea, test marketing plan, advertising
advice, finding a patent attorney, finding a draftsman, hooking up with a
manufacturer, getting trademarked, not to mention all the educated experiences
you get from all the other members that go to our monthly meetings. The
networking alone that you get from our club is priceless and the support
and motivation you get from our club members is quite rewarding with everyone
sharing on the growth of our products and ideas.
Marshajene Double Decker Stroller, Inc.
From Judy O'Halloran
As a first time inventor, I didn't have a clue as to where to go after the idea stage. So I came to an EIA meeting. While I appreciate the knowledge I gain from the monthly meeting, what strikes me most is the generosity of the membership. In the relatively short time that I have been a member of
EIA, I have been overwhelmed with the individual support that members have given me. After my first meeting, Marshajene Schaaf agreed to meet with me and discuss my idea. She suggested I speak with Bill First, who generously met and talked with me on several occasions and even made my first prototype. Warren Waters helped me with patent research information and Tom Whiteside
has given me ideas on refining "Poopsy Daisy" and even created a new piece for it. Cathy Solich has been a constant source of inspiration, help, and support. She has given selflessly of her time and experience. Then, on a professional level, Warner Shroeder and Don Davis prepared my patent application and drawings. I continue to be awe struck by the generosity of the members in helping others along this journey, and I continue to be personally grateful for all the help and encouragement I have received along the way.
Judy O'Halloran, Poopsy Daisy
Contented Baby Products
Joining the EIA was the best thing I've ever done. My teether would still be just sitting in the drawer in my refrigerator without all the help, support and inspiration I've received from everyone at the EIA. Don Davis and Werner Schroeder prepared my drawings and patent application and did fantastic jobs. Gary Nelson has been there for me every step of the way and I could never thank him enough. Kathy Solich has been giving me all kinds of information and advice, that is priceless to me. Seeing the other members inventions is so inspiring and exciting. I just love being a member & now a board member. Thank you to all of you at EIA.
Cathy Keller
From Bob Caise
EDISON INVENTORS ASSOCIATION, INC.
Chartered in 1992, the Edison Inventors Association is a non profit educational support group of like minded people with unique ideas and those skilled in areas of new product development. The organization is a rich source of inventive talent and entrepreneurial discipline.
Forged in mutual interests and supported in networking, EIA, Inc. meets the third Wednesday if each month in the cradle of invention, the Edison Museum on the grounds of the Edison-Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers, Florida. It is comprised of inventors and entrepreneurs seeking support and guidance through the various stages of bringing innovation to fruition and reality.
The EIA, Inc. co-sponsors special programs, conferences, and showcases with local, regional and nationally based organizations and centers of higher education. It is a driving force behind the Thomas A Edison Regional (Young) Inventors Fair which introduces and promotes the invention and entrepreneurial process to thousands of public, private and home schooled students annually. Additional goals include procuring underwriting funds for eligible projects; developing a beneficial working relationship with commercial and industrial sectors as well as community organizations like the Edison Festival of Light.
Membership in the Edison Inventors Association, Inc. doesn't cost . . . it pays!
