Took his idea to national TV with inventRight guidance
How inventRight mentorship helped Alvin develop and grow SoapSox
Designer Alvin Uy once saw product development as out of reach. With mentorship from Stephen Key and inventRight — covering development, sourcing, and deal strategy, plus real-time advice during his Shark Tank pitch — he turned SoapSox from a creative concept into a market-ready brand and pursued licensing collaborations to expand its reach.
“As a designer and a creative person, I’ve always had great ideas. But I never thought to even consider developing these ideas into real products myself because I have always felt it was beyond my reach.
That all changed when I met Stephen and his SpinLabel technology. After collaborating with him on a couple of Disney projects, he opened my eyes to possibilities I never thought was within my grasp. He as changed my trajectory and has been a huge inspiration, a supportive friend, and a great mentor ever since.
Reading his books has changed my life and perspective. You can say, his ‘One Simple Idea’ books have been like a bible to me… especially now. His books gave me the motivation I needed to explore beyond my boundaries. I’ve recently developed a product called “SoapSox” that was featured on ABC’s Shark Tank Season 6.
Stephen was, in fact, our ‘phone a friend’ lifeline as my business partner and I swam with the Sharks during our pitch.
From product development, sourcing, to structuring licensing deals, or even as a sounding board for creative ideas for SoapSox… He has been a guiding light every single step of the way. I can honestly say Stephen has been an instrumental ‘Key’ to my success.
Thanks again for everything, Stephen! You’re the best!!”
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