Help for Inventors

How We Help Inventors Succeed

• Personalized 1-on-1 Coaching with a Proven Track Record
  Get expert guidance from Scott Putnam, who has personally coached over 500 inventors worldwide. Whether you’re still shaping your idea or trying to get it licensed, our customized coaching sessions give you a clear plan, tailored support, and expert insights at every stage.

• Comprehensive Online Courses for Every Level
  Learn at your own pace with our Inventor’s Edge Jumpstart and Inventor’s Edge Pro courses. These in-depth programs walk you through everything from ideation and market research to prototyping, intellectual property, and pitching. Avoid wasted time and money with our easy-to-follow lessons packed with actionable strategies.

• Supportive Membership Community
  Join a vibrant network of fellow innovators through our Inventor’s Edge Membership. Access bi-weekly live group coaching calls, recordings of all past sessions, and connect with others for collaboration, feedback, and accountability. Perfect for staying motivated and learning from others on the same journey.

• Step-by-Step Roadmaps to Licensing and Market Success
  We break down the complex path from idea to market into manageable, clear steps. You'll learn how to protect your idea, validate your market, and confidently pitch to potential licensees or partners—without getting lost in the process.

• Full-Service Premium Package
  For inventors ready to go all in, our Premium Coaching & Training Package includes access to our full Pro course, 10 private coaching calls, and 1 full year of membership access. It’s a complete blueprint to take your invention from concept to revenue-generating product.

• Save Time & Money by Avoiding Common Mistakes
  With our proven systems, you’ll avoid the expensive pitfalls that derail most inventors. We’ll help you sidestep unnecessary prototypes, bad contracts, and wasted resources—so you can make smarter moves from day one.

• Tools, Templates & Real-World Inventing Strategies
  We provide ready-to-use resources including pitch templates, licensing agreement tips, idea evaluation worksheets, and more—all based on what actually works in the real world, not theory.

• Licensing-Focused Coaching for Royalty Income
  Interested in earning royalties? We specialize in helping inventors license their ideas to companies, so you can collect passive income while letting someone else handle manufacturing, distribution, and sales.

• Honest Feedback from a Trusted Guide
  We’re not here to sell you dreams—we offer real, direct feedback based on years of experience. If something needs to be refined, we’ll help you do it. If you’re ready to pitch, we’ll help you present it like a pro.

• Designed for Every Stage of the Inventing Process
  Whether you're just starting out with an idea in your notebook, or you already have a working prototype, we meet you where you are and help you move forward confidently and strategically.

• Get Your Product in Front of Companies Faster
  We’ll help you create your pitch materials and guide you through the submission process, so you can connect with decision-makers at real companies without getting stuck or overwhelmed.

• Encouraging, Mission-Driven Mentorship
  We believe in inventing with purpose and integrity. At Inventor’s Edge, you're not just another project—we're genuinely invested in your success, and here to support you with honesty, passion, and practical tools that work.

Inventor's Edge

(319) 481-8278

5249 North Park Place NE #305
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402