Originally Posted 4/20/06
Mark Martinez (sackmaster 2000): He is not going anywhere. He refuses to listen to professionals that can help redesign his invention. Short sightedness will kill an inventor. Succeeding is often knowing when to let go and lets others take your vision and remold it as necessary. He lost when he fired the Designers and spent some of the 50k on a suit. How would you feel if someone you invested in spent some of the money you gave him/her on himself or herself?
Erik Thompson (Receivers Training Device): I don’t know about this products potential. I think it can sell well to a small consumer base but it probably is not the Great American Invention. Nevertheless, I really like this guy’s drive and attitude bith concerning his invention and his dedication to convincing inner city kids go to college. And he doesn’t whine! IF personality was the primary consideration this guy should win this round if not the whole thing. Frankly, even if he loses, there will be plenty of people willing to invest in him and his product.
Sheryl McDonald (un-brella): I like the invention but the design may need more work. Sheryl doesn’t have the same drive as Erik and although her invention has greater potential than Erik’s I think Erik will win this round in a squeeker.
We will see in about 25 minutes….
UPDATE: The winner is ERIK!!!! I called the first one, but I am realistic and I don’t expect to go four for four. Erik won’t win the million (the invention just does not have the mass appeal) but I suspect in the end nothing will keep this great competitor in like down.
