Introducing Trademarkive®Trademarkive® is a one-stop resource for all things trademark. We have curated this content from hundreds of videos, podcasts, blog posts, visuals, books, and more–created over more than a decade. We have highlighted our best and most popular work on six key trademark topics to explore as you build and protect your brand. Learn more in this podcast and explore at http://www.trademarkive.com Read More |
Former USPTO examiner Erik Pelton shares tips and experiences drawn from two decades of counseling brands for maximum protection and growth.
Trademark Guide to Super Bowl LVIAs the Rams and Bengals get ready to meet in Super Bowl LVI, it is fascinating to review the variety of trademarks filed on behalf of the teams, the players, and even the artists associated with this event. This episode previews some of the trademarks that will be on display in the big game on Sunday. Read More |
When Should I Apply for Trademark Registration?Sooner is generally better. Listen to this episode to learn why the timing of a trademark filing is important, and why both new and existing businesses can benefit from filing for registration now. Read More |
Building a Bold Brand Wheel: 8 Types of Bold Brand NamesErik breaks down the various categories of bold brand names and explains how they can help create a strong brand and more protected business. For more trademark tips, visit www.buildingaboldbrand.com. Read More |
3 Steps to Protect Your Brand in the New YearAs we enter a new year, Erik discusses three basic yet critical things that businesses can do to enhance their brand protection. Read More |
Top Trademark Trends of 2021 and 2022 PreviewIn this annual review of the year in trademarks, Erik discusses key trademark developments from 2021 – including the Trademark Modernization Act (TMA), USPTO backlogs, and NFTs – as well as some things to look for in 2022. Read More |
An Ounce of Trademark Protection is Worth a Pound of Curing a Trademark DisputeWhat does Benjamin Franklin have to do with trademark protection and trademark disputes? Erik shares five reasons why trademark registration at the USPTO is so valuable. Read More |
The Recipe for Strong Trademark ProtectionDid you know that the recipe for storing trademark protection requires just a few ingredients? In this episode, Erik discussed those ingredients and the steps needed to create a delicious dish of brand protection for your business. Read More |
Tips for Brainstorming New Business and Brand NamesBuilding strong and protected brand names begins with developing creative names. In this episode Erik reveals several tips for brainstorming brand names and trademarks. Read More |
What Information Becomes Public in a Trademark ApplicationThere are several pieces of information accessible to the public after filing a trademark application. Although there are some benefits to having this information easily accessible, this same information is also accessible to scammers. Erik shares several privacy considerations for anyone filing at the USPTO for trademark registration. Read More |