HospitalityBusiness Development3MediumSolo Founder$ implied
Solo founder with a patented physical product for hospitality is conflicted whether to sell IP, license, or build the company; lacks objective advice on the trade-offs.
No structured decision framework for founder at inflection point; relies on generic advice and personal network.
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May 19, 2026
App Concept
IP Exit Compass
Decision-support platform for solo inventors and bootstrapped founders evaluating patent monetization strategies. Combines financial modeling with comparable deal data to quantify trade-offs between IP sale, licensing, and building a company. Replaces gut-feel decisions with data-driven scenarios.
Key Features
- Interactive patent valuation model using industry comparables
- Scenario comparison (sell vs license vs build) with projected cash flows
- Deal-room simulator to test negotiation outcomes
- Curated network of strategic buyers and licensing partners
Target Users: Solo inventors and bootstrapped founders in physical product industries (e.g., hospitality, consumer goods) with patentable technology, typically at pre-revenue stage
Revenue Model: $99 one-time report fee or $29/mo subscription for ongoing decision support and deal alerts
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