Independent Inventors:
Start Your Journey Here
New England Invents is a dynamic 501(c)(3) non-profit that educates, promotes, and supports independent inventors.
What We Offer
Speaker Series
Online and in-person seminars where inventors learn from industry experts and also get the opportunity to meet with other inventors.
Product Pitch
Opportunity for inventors to present their products to a panel of experts. Inventors will receive constructive feedback and input on how to improve their pitch.
1 on 1 Consulting
In-person or virtual consulting with an expert at any time during an inventor’s commercialization journey.
Why become a member?
Need Help on your Journey from Idea to Market Ready Product?
- One-on-one mentorship/consulting with NEI executives.
- Participation in private and group pitch sessions.
- Monthly seminars with industry experts.
- Networking events with peers and prospects
- Visibility for your product in NEI newsletter, social media, and website.
- Safe and collaborative community to grow your ideas
- Custom expert guidance on pitch decks and other marketing materials.
Member Spotlight
At NEI, our members are at the heart of everything we do. They’re not just part of our community; they’re the driving force behind our mission to support and promote the incredible inventions, products, and accomplishments they bring to the table. Keep an eye on this space to see which member we’re spotlighting next.
Joe Russo
NEI member Joe Russo was granted a utility for his Snap Hinge. Joe’s hinge mounts like a traditional butt hinge and offers a 270-degree rotation. The hinge is ideal for cases and cabinets with limited space.
As an avid guitar player, Joe developed the hinge to transform his guitar case into a stand, providing him with a convenient and stable way to display and access his guitar during shows. Transforming his case into a stand also offers extra protection by keeping the instrument secure and off the ground, reducing the risk of damage.
Congratulations, Joe, on this achievement!
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What Our Members Say
I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for the incredible mentoring service you provided me with over the past six months. I had no idea the profound impact your mentorship would have on my business.
However, from the moment George invited me to the Authors and Innovators event on October 26th, 2023, in Watertown, MA., it was evident that your expertise and dedication would take my business further. Chris, George, and Lexa watched my table whenever I needed to take breaks.
Your team understands my goals and challenges, and your tailored guidance helped me navigate through obstacles I previously thought insurmountable. Stephen introduced me to Mass Challenge and took the time to walk me through the application process. George continues to help build my business network!
Your team dedicated hours of meetings to brainstorm on how to scale up the production of my beloved product, GoodieKrunch® coconut snack. Your insightful advice equipped me with valuable skills that I continue to apply in various aspects of my life.
Overall, the mentorship I received from you has been transformative. Your combined wisdom, encouragement, and unwavering support have empowered me to grow in ways I never thought possible. Thanks to your guidance, I have made several connections to advance my business.
I wholeheartedly recommend your mentoring services to any inventor seeking guidance and support in entrepreneurship. Your passion for helping others succeed is truly inspiring, and I am incredibly grateful to have had the opportunity to collaborate with you.
PARTNER WITH NEW ENGLAND INVENTS TO SUPPORT INDEPENDENT INVENTORS
Organizations and Corporations can partner with us to make innovation inclusive for independent inventors of all backgrounds working to turn product ideas into reality.
Our Partners
What Are We Working On?
Educational Certification Course
NEI is developing a 12-part course covering each step of the product commercialization lifecycle. Some of the topics include intellectual property protection, product pitch, funding, prototyping, marketing and PR, licensing, manufacturing, and retails sales.
The certification course is designed to offer an immersive learning experience for students by incorporating video interviews with various subject matter experts as well as real-life tasks that simulate practical scenarios such as obtaining a business loan.
Educational Certification Course
NEI is developing a 12-part course covering each step of the product commercialization lifecycle. Some of the topics include intellectual property protection, product pitch, funding, prototyping, marketing and PR, licensing, manufacturing, and retails sales.
The certification course is designed to offer an immersive learning experience for students by incorporating video interviews with various subject matter experts as well as real-life tasks that simulate practical scenarios such as obtaining a business loan.
This course will launch September 2024.
Product Workshop Course
NEI is developing a two-day workshop where participants will work in teams to solve everyday problems with a new consumer product concept.
By the end of the workshop, participants not only will have learned about the process of product ideation, but also product manufacturability and marketability.
The product workshop will launch Summer 2024.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Check out Past Events
Strategic Storytelling: Building Your Brand through Effective Marketing
Guest speaker Todd Domke speaks to us about the importance of storytelling for inventors and innovators. Todd discusses how to craft compelling narratives that resonate with audiences and elevate your brand's visibility. As a former journalist, speechwriter, advertising producer, campaign director, political analyst, business strategist, author, and public relations consultant Todd draws from his deep experience in nearly every field of communications. Learn how your invention's story can become its greatest asset.
September 28, 2023 Jules Pieri and the Role of Innovation in Product Development
Co-founder & Former CEO of The Grommet 🔹 Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Entrepreneurs (2013) 🔹 Goldman Sachs’s 100 Most Interesting Entrepreneurs (2014) 🔹 Entrepreneur in Residence Emeritus at Harvard Business School 🔹 Member at G20 Ventures 🔹 Investing Partner at XFactor Ventures
From her roots as an industrial designer to her executive roles at iconic brands like Keds, Stride Rite, and Playskool, Jules’s journey is a true testament to innovation and entrepreneurship. Join us on September 28th for a conversation filled with invaluable insights and visionary strategies that have shaped the business landscape.
August 14, 2023 How to Increase Your Chances of Licensing Your Product
Sit down with us as we speak with Michael Miller. Michael is the Former Director of Product Partnerships for NCH Corporation where he led the Product Partnership Program for three companies within NCH corporation: Hero Pet Brands, Plumbing Products Group, and LSP company. Brands include Danco, Danco Next, Go Bidet, Disposal Genie, RediTape, MJSI, Rapid Fit, Pull stop Box, and Aqua- Flo. NCH products are carried at Walmart, Home Depot, Target, Lowes, Amazon, True Value, Menards, Petco, Pet Smart, KB Homes, ACE, Bed Bath and Beyond, QVC, and more.
Michael currently works as an independent consultant developing open innovation programs for several large consumer products companies. He is also an inventor himself, having licensed multiple products.