Brian's Story

An Orlando, FL resident, Brian Smith's affinity for inventing began as a child with a love for taking things apart to see how they worked. Little did he know, the childhood curiosity that once got him in trouble (along with the help of his dogs Teddy and Taz) would one day make his dreams of inventing a reality! Be sure to tune in to this season of Everyday Edisons to find out if Brian's invention has what it takes to be as much of a hit with other pets as it's been with his own!

You have the right ideas. We have the right resources. Together, we are changing how product ideas are financed and brought to market forever. Learn more about our Emmy & Telly Award winning PBS Invention show at www.everydayedisons.com

Charlie's Story

After spending over 30 years working as a tile contractor and stonemason, the recession's effect on residential and commercial projects left Lumsden unemployed. Utilizing the time to hone in on his innovations, he joined Edison Nation where a fitness invention of his caught our attention. Now, as one of our Season 4 inventors, the world will have a chance to watch as we work with Mr. Lumsden to turn his innovative idea into a mainstream success!

You have the right ideas. We have the right resources. Together, we are changing how product ideas are financed and brought to market forever. Learn more about our Emmy & Telly Award winning PBS Invention show at www.everydayedisons.com

Mark's Story

Stark's patented prosthetic hand, known as the "Stark Hand" has been making major waves across the country, being named a "2011 Invention of the Year" by Popular Science Magazine and receiving placement on the issue's cover. The Stark Hand also recently appeared on the CNN Newsroom segment, "The Big I: Idea, Innovation, and Intelligence." Now that Stark has been selected for the show, viewers will have a front row seat in watching the progression of the Stark Hand from a prototype to a market-ready prosthetic device.

You have the right ideas. We have the right resources. Together, we are changing how product ideas are financed and brought to market forever. Learn more about our Emmy & Telly Award winning PBS Invention show at www.everydayedisons.com

Daniel's Story

Growing up in his Virginia home, Daniel Lentz noticed an activity that seemed particularly cumbersome when it came to the family pets. It wasn't until college however, when tasked with a design project that would solve a household problem, where he finally got a chance to create a solution. Realizing his invention was more than just a project, and after a year of working to develop it on his own, Daniel submitted his idea to Edison Nation where it caught the attention of our team. Now as one of our "Everyday Edisons" Season 4 inventors, not only will Daniel have a chance to see his former college project become a real, viable product, but the world will have chance to follow along as well!

You have the right ideas. We have the right resources. Together, we are changing how product ideas are financed and brought to market forever. Learn more about our Emmy & Telly Award winning PBS Invention show at www.everydayedisons.com

Greg's Story

As the owner of a fencing company in Galveston TX, Greg Bruce's idea is the "invention that almost wasn't." After learning of Edison Nation from reading a copy of Inventors Digest, Greg submitted his idea to Edison Nation, only to later withdraw his submission due to cold feet as it began progressing through the review process. Seeing potential in Greg's product, the Edison Nation team encouraged him to reconsider and Greg put his idea back in the running. Now as a Season 4 "Everyday Edison," viewers will have a chance to tune in as Greg's "invention that almost wasn't" strives to become one of the next great products on store shelves.

You have the right ideas. We have the right resources. Together, we are changing how product ideas are financed and brought to market forever. Learn more about our Emmy & Telly Award winning PBS Invention show at www.everydayedisons.com

Ken's Story

An architectural designer by trade, Ken created and pursued his first invention 24 years ago and has been tinkering with invention ideas ever since. So, naturally, when he identified a problem in need of a solution when it came to his daughter’s new puppy, Ken’s inventing wheels began turning. Learning of Everyday Edisons from an issue of Inventors Digest, Ken felt it was just the resource he was looking for, so the Pasadena, CA resident took a chance and made the trek to Charlotte, NC to audition. Now, as a selected Season 4 inventor, viewers will get to see if the marketplace will take the same chance on Ken’s invention!

Check out this great footage of Ken hearing the news for the first time!

You have the right ideas. We have the right resources. Together, we are changing how product ideas are financed and brought to market forever. Learn more about our Emmy & Telly Award winning PBS Invention show at www.everydayedisons.com

Maura and Tom's Story

With experience working in both Cosmetology and Real Estate, Maura Indes never dreamed the next entry on her resume would read "inventor." But that's exactly what happened when the Carefree, AZ resident had an encounter with her cat that sparked an innovative idea. Using materials found around her home, Maura created the first prototype of her invention. Her husband Tom, a real estate broker, stepped in to assist with prototype development and market research.

Once Maura and Tom had the foundation laid for their product, they began researching for further information, where they learned of Edison Nation and ultimately Everyday Edisons. Maura and Tom decided to audition, but flight difficulties caused them to nearly miss the casting call. Now, with Maura and Tom joining the Season 4 cast of Everyday Edisons, find out if the invention that nearly didn't make it to auditions, will turn out to be the cat's meow!

You have the right ideas. We have the right resources. Together, we are changing how product ideas are financed and brought to market forever. Learn more about our Emmy & Telly Award winning PBS Invention show at www.everydayedisons.com

Dr. Farahi's Story

Growing up, Faramarz Farahi always had an interest in Physics. His interest and expertise in the field of optical fiber sensors and devices that naturally led Faramarz into the world of invention where he is, to date, the holder of nine US/International patents.

Through his research and experimentation, Faramarz used his knowledge of optics to develop a new innovation in fabric material. While the UNCC lab served as a great resource to develop his invention, Faramarz knew he still needed help getting his idea to market, so when he learned of a casting call for Everyday Edisons, he jumped at the opportunity and captured the attention of the show's casting team! Now as a Season 4 "Everyday Edison," viewers will see if Faramarz's innovation has what it takes for commercial success!

You have the right ideas. We have the right resources. Together, we are changing how product ideas are financed and brought to market forever. Learn more about our Emmy & Telly Award winning PBS Invention show at www.everydayedisons.com

Eric's Story

Eric Huber has always had an entrepreneurial spirit. At the age of 16, Eric began Easels Creations, a start-up born from his love of woodworking in his father's garage, where he designed and made decorative and functional artist easels. Seeing the success of his company while still in school, Eric realized the possibilities related to designing, making and selling things, which led to a lifelong passion for inventing. In 2009, Eric attended a Las Vegas inventor convention, where the featured speaker was Edison Nation CEO, Louis Foreman. Eric approached Louis to ask for his advice and was introduced to Everyday Edisons and Edison Nation. He auditioned for Everyday Edisons during the Season 4 casting call, where his product idea sparked by one of his wife's unique housecleaning methods caught the team's attention. Now as a Season 4 "Everyday Edison," watch to see if Eric's hard work will pay off!

You have the right ideas. We have the right resources. Together, we are changing how product ideas are financed and brought to market forever. Learn more about our Emmy & Telly Award winning PBS Invention show at www.everydayedisons.com

Al's Story

Al Contarino has been creating new things for as long as he can remember. As a child, Al and his dad were in the basement taking motors apart, or building something together in their garage. As he got older, Al grew to love the industrial arts and obtained a degree in Industrial Technology.

Though he spent most of his professional career helping to run his family's electronics business, Al never lost his interest in inventing. He came up with an idea for a unique cooking invention, filed for a patent, and spent a considerable amount of money on a prototype that was good, but didn't meet the design requirements for manufacturing. After gaining some positive feedback, Al filed for a second patent and worked on two additional prototypes. Having spent a lot of time and money, but still lacking a good plan to bring the idea to market, Al decided to take his prototype to an Everyday Edisons casting call.

You have the right ideas. We have the right resources. Together, we are changing how product ideas are financed and brought to market forever. Learn more about our Emmy & Telly Award winning PBS Invention show at www.everydayedisons.com