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strategic partners

patent

Whether you wish to conduct a patent search or apply for a provisional or full patent, we work with a fantastic local patent attorney. He has a great deal of experience and a real passion for North Dakota inventors.

funding

Angel networks are growing in North Dakota. Angel investors are high net-worth individuals who invest in entrepreneurial companies, usually at an early stage. Like venture capital firms, many angel investors provide cash and take equity in return. Angel investors typically invest smaller amounts of money than venture capitalists do, making them a possible resource for entrepreneurs that have exhausted their “friends and family” financing options but are not ready to approach VCs for capital. We have reliable links to local angel networks.

marketing

Whether you need a logo, web site or an ad campaign, we know some excellent local resources who have experience and treat their customers well. We also have some in-house capabilities to produce small quantities of items like brochures and business cards. These are items you may need early on to build credibility, but don’t want to order large quantities as information may change.

manufacturing

We can build initial quantities but when you are ready for full-scale production, we have connections we have personally worked with in the US and offshore who can help you take manufacturing to the next level.

licensing

Our experience with licensing agreements can help you navigate this option. Licensing agreements allow you to hand over your manufacturing and/or marketing to another company in exchange for royalties. The right licensing partner may have existing manufacturing, marketing, and distribution infrastructure necessary to take your product to the next level.