How to Make Money with Patents
Season 01 Episode 19
In this episode, John discusses the many ways of monetizing – or making money with – a patent portfolio. To be successful with a patent monetization strategy, you’ll need a systematic approach. John speaks from decades of experience in intellectual property deals and licensing with ipCapital Group and while at IBM.
How Much is a Patent Worth?
Season 01 Episode 18
In this episode, we will discuss how to figure out how much a patent is worth. This episode will cover six topics relating to patent valuation.
Should Corporations Keep Inventing? An Interview with John Cronin and Mark Alyn Pt. 2
Season 01 Episode 17
In Part 2 of his interview with Mark Alyn, John recalls building a “patent factory” during his tenure with IBM as a semiconductor engineer in the technology development department. John and Mark also discuss the question, “Do corporations need to continue to invent?” It may seem obvious that the definitive answer is “Yes.”
Teaching the World to Invent – An Interview with John Cronin and Mark Alyn Pt. 1
Season 01 Episode 16
In this special episode, Mark Alyn interviews host John Cronin about John’s background and what lead to his career as an inventor, starting from childhood to becoming the top inventor at IBM to founding ipCapital Group.
Evidence of Use: Detecting Patent Infringement
Season 01 Episode 15
In this episode, John discusses when patent owners should consider getting an ‘Evidence of Use’ (EoU) opinion. Evidence of use is a process of collecting material evidence that an outside party may be practicing the technology claimed in a patent.
Avoid Patent Infringement with Freedom to Operate
Season 01 Episode 14
In this episode, we’ll cover freedom to operate (FTO), what it is, and the many strategies that you can use to gain leverage for your company.
Invention vs. Innovation – What’s the Difference?
Season 01 Episode 13
Invention is the key tool driving innovation. In this episode, John provides a clear differentiation of invention and innovation that, once understood, could transform your business.
The Secret Weapon of IP: Enabled Publications
Season 01 Episode 12
In this episode, you will learn everything you need to know about enabled publications. Often erroneously called “defensive publications,” Enabled Publications offer a secret and powerful weapon in your IP arsenal.
Using Trade Secrets to Create Tremendous Value
Season 01 Episode 11
In this episode, John unveils the power of trade secrets for your business. This episode answers questions like: What are trade secrets? How do you protect trade secrets? How to leverage trade secrets in business? And even how to create new trade secrets for your business.
6 Ways of Making Money with Patents
Season 01 Episode 10
In this episode, we will learn the six ways to make money with patents. Patents are expensive to obtain, and many inventors and executives want to maximize their ROI from intellectual property.