INVENTORS GUILD INT. YOUNG INVENTORS PROGRAM
OVERVIEW FOR YOUNG INVENTORS​
Membership in the IGI is divided into two categories. This page is for Young Inventor members ages 17 and below. Please see our Inventors Membership page for more information on adult membership.
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The IGI's Young Inventors Program offers aspiring inventors useful and meaningful skills needed to become entrepreneurs or at least how to think like entrepreneurs.
Membership Benefits
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Young Inventors enjoy the same benefits of our adult members, but will interact with their peers in an environment for those looking to get a head start on their future projects.
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Members will be granted a wide array of constructive and unique benefits, including:
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Monthly meetings which will include guest speakers and round-table workshops
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The chance to form groups and/or match up with a mentor who will act as an Adviser to help guide their project
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Members-only classes on technology, coding, 3D printing and more
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Access to advice, space and technology for prototyping both hardware and software
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Access to state of the art computer software and 3D printing services inaccessible anywhere else.
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One-on-one interaction with our Advisory Committee and mentors
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Annual PVNet Inventors’ Celebration.
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Members are welcome to schedule weekly meetings with their mentors throughout the month at PVNet's Technology Center.
What Young Inventors Learn​
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Young Inventors' relationships with their mentors are key. They allow members to focus on development and creation of their product or prototype. Mentors will help Young Inventors:
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Learn entrepreneurial skills
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Pitch and receive constructive feedback on their ideas
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Collaborate in groups on new ideas or inventions
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Construct their own program or invention with hands-on assistance
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Prepare themselves for future programs such as the PVP Chamber of Commerce Young Entrepreneurs Academy
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Young Inventors will also have the option to further their education through classes and tutoring with highly trained professionals and educators at PVNet. Members will be granted a 25% discount on any PVNet classes related to their project.
Young Inventor Fees​
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The first group of members to register receive a special FOUNDING MEMBER price at $100/month. Membership fees will help to startup the program by providing support, mentors and material.
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In addition to the $100 monthly price, the following annual contributions grant further benefits:
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YOUNG INVENTORS MEMBERSHIP LEVELS:
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GOLD - $5,000
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Admission into the Inventors Guild International​
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Plaque with your name hanging in PVNet
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Plaque with your name to take home
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Name listed on the website as Gold member
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Recognition and special thanks at the annual party
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SILVER - $1,000
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Admission into the Inventors Guild International​
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Plaque with your name to take home
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Name listed on the website as a Silver member
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Recognition and special thanks at the annual party
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BRONZE - $500
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Admission into the Inventors Guild International​
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Name listed on the website as a Bronze member
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Recognition and special thanks at the annual party
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FOUNDING MEMBER- $100/month
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Admission into the Inventors Guild International​
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Name listed on the website as a member
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Additional costs are applicable for materials and services such as:
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building materials
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travel expenses
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Additional tutoring or education courses.
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A minimum 6-month commitment is required. Prices increase after the first 6 months.
Young Inventors Call for Applicants​
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To apply, send your e-mail to: InventorsGuildInt@PVNet.com.
Subject line: Application for IGI Young Inventor Membership
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Please include your resume and a brief statement explaining what invention or idea you are bringing to the Guild.
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Call PVNet at (310) 541-7992 for more information.