The Team

Rick Hamilton

Co-Founder

Thought leader, innovator, and visual storyteller who inspires teams and brings novel ideas to life.

Rick Hamilton is a recognized thought leader and innovator with a distinguished career driving enterprise-wide patent strategies and fostering cultures of invention at leading technology companies.

As current Chief Technology Officer of the Focused Ultrasound Foundation and a senior leader in innovation programs at IBM and UnitedHealth Group, Rick has spearheaded initiatives that have resulted in exponential growth in patent filings and the development of world-class patent portfolios. With 25 years of experience on Patent Review Boards, including 23 years as a Chair, he has honed his expertise in assessing the business impact and technical novelty of countless inventions. His contributions as an inventor have been licensed for tens of millions of dollars by IBM, demonstrating his ability to generate significant value through intellectual property.

He has trained thousands of employees on best invention practices, advised countless startups on patent strategy, and worked closely with the USPTO to promote innovation. His deep understanding of the patent landscape, combined with his expertise in emerging technologies like AI/ML and cloud computing, makes him an invaluable partner for businesses seeking to protect and leverage their intellectual property for strategic advantage.

Greg Boss

Co-Founder

A trusted partner uncovering, refining, and protecting the patentable core of your innovations.

Greg Boss is a highly accomplished technology leader and inventor with 27+ years of experience driving innovation. Ranked among the world's most prolific inventors (https://bit.ly/1cRy85u), Greg has over 700 patents spanning diverse technologies, including AI, cloud computing, and healthcare.

He has served on and chaired numerous patent review boards at major tech companies and led the development of enterprise-wide invention management platforms impacting thousands of employees. Through his frequent review of patents to assess potential infringement and identify opportunities for licensing, Greg has developed a keen understanding of the strategic application of patent portfolios. He also demonstrates his passion for fostering innovation through his "How to Think Like an Inventor" master class, taught to thousands globally. His inventions have been licensed or acquired by dozens of companies.

As a patent consultant, he brings this extensive experience to help startups and established companies protect and leverage their intellectual property. His ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and executive audiences makes him a sought-after advisor for businesses seeking to secure their innovations.