The Profitable Creative

Protect It or Lose It | Austin Bonderer

January 6, 2026
Christian Brim, CPA/CMA
Season
2
Episode
34
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Send us a text PROFITABLE TALKS... In this episode of Profitable Creative, host Christian Brim interviews Austin Bonderer, an intellectual property patent attorney with over 26 years of experience. They discuss the nuances of intellectual property law, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights, and the importance of protecting one's creative work. Austin shares insights on the patent application process, the significance of trademarks, and the potential consequences of failing to secure intellectual property rights. The conversation also touches on international considerations, the concept of fair use, and practical advice for business owners navigating the complexities of IP law. PROFITABLE TAKEAWAYS... Intellectual property law is nuanced and complex. Each patent examiner operates like their own office. Obviousness is a key factor in patentability. Trademarks are established as soon as a product is sold. Federal trademark registration offers significant legal benefits. Costs for trademark registration can vary widely. International trademark protections can be secured through the Madrid Protocol. Failing to protect IP can lead to significant business losses. Fair use allows limited use of copyrighted material under certain conditions. Copyright law applies to the expression of ideas, not the ideas themselves. Get your copy of Profit First for Creatives ➡️ https://forms.coregroupus.com/profit-first-for-creatives-book-page Paying too much in taxes? Let's fix that! ➡️ https://forms.coregroupus.com/scorp-booking
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