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10/24/2005

American Inventor: A New Reality Show Coming Soon!
by Laura Fine, Assistant State Director

The Producers of the popular TV reality show "American Idol" are launching a new primetime reality show entitled "American Inventor". The inventor with winning idea or product will receive $1 million. The producers of the show have contacted ASBDC to urge America's Small Business Development Center network to encourage inventors to consider auditioning for the show. Casting calls will be held in major cities beginning next month. Producers of the show are looking for contestants with a RETAIL PRODUCT. There may be potential intellectual property issues here, so inventors should be forewarned. The total casting call schedule is below.

Los Angeles: November 14
San Francisco: November 17
Denver: December 1
Chicago: December 4
New York: December 7
Washington DC: December 11
Atlanta: December 14
Austin: December 17

All ages are welcome! Under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. For more information including applications, eligibility requirements and locations, go to: www.AmericanInventor.tv.

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