
Our online events and educational workshops are informative and FREE for all entrepreneurs. Beyond our services, we aim to create more inclusive digital and in-person learning and networking opportunities to support entrepreneurial and small business success.
Patent Basics for Small Businesses
Have a great idea but not sure how to protect it? Join Start Small Think Big and a former U.S. patent examiner and attorney for a free webinar designed to help small business owners and entrepreneurs understand the fundamentals of patent protection.
This session will cover:
- What qualifies as a patentable invention
- Key steps in the patent application process
- How to avoid common mistakes when working with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
- Where to access pro bono patent services for qualifying inventors
Whether you're still refining your product or ready to file, this session will give you the tools to move forward with confidence.
Thank you to Harlem Community Development Corporation for partnering with us on this event!