Hardware Inventor’s Workshop
A beginner’s guide to launching a new product
First time entrepreneurs face many challenges when developing new products. These typically result in excessive risk, delays and costs so significant that the startup fails. But did you know that NY State has a robust ecosystem of resources designed to help early stage companies innovate, grow and prosper?
Join FuzeHub and our industry experts for this interactive workshop to learn about the critical steps needed to bring a new concept to market, and the valuable NY resources that can help along the way.
Participants will learn about:
The hardware development process
Affordable technical resources
Business support to accelerate your timeline
The importance of Intellectual Property
The best way to partner with a contract manufacturer
Funding opportunities available in NY
The best marketing strategies for early-stage companies
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location:
Science Hall
SUNY New Paltz,
1 Hawk Drive, New Paltz, NY 12561
Registration Cost
$100 per person
Includes breakfast, lunch, and reception
Hotel Information
America’s Best Value Inn New Paltz
7 Terwilliger Ln, New Paltz, NY 12561
Room rates are $100 + tax. Receive this rate by calling (845)255-8865.
Agenda
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9:00 AM
Registration & Breakfast
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9:30 AM
Welcome
Dr. Everton H. Henriques, MA, HON., FuzeHub
Dr. Darrell P. Wheeler, President, SUNY New Paltz
David Carter, Executive Director, MTEC
Dr. Kristin Backhaus, Dean of the School of Business, SUNY New Paltz
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9:45 AM
Product Development Process: What Does it Take to Bring a New Product to Market?
Eric Fasser, FuzeHub
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10:15 AM
Choosing the Right Intellectual Property Strategy
Frank Sardone, Carter, DeLuca & Farrell LLP
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10:45 AM
Get High-Value Support From NY's Technical Resources
Eric Fasser, FuzeHub
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11:15 AM
Entrepreneurial Support to Accelerate Your Path to Commercialization
Bailey Burke, Hudson Valley Venture Hub
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11:30 AM
Entrepreneurial Case Study: Hany’s Harvest
Hany ElDiwany, Hany’s Harvest
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11:45 AM
Lunch / Walking Tours of HVAMC
Hudson Valley Additive Manufacturing Center
Kat Wilson, SUNY New Paltz
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12:45 PM
Tips to Develop a Successful Funding Strategy
Patty Rechberger, FuzeHub
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1:45 PM
How to Transition From a Prototype to Production
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2:15 PM
Marketing Do's and Don’ts for Early Stage Manufacturers
Steve Melito, FuzeHub
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2:45 PM
Recap and Next Steps
Eric Fasser, FuzeHub
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2:55 PM
Closing Remarks
Dr. Everton H. Henriques, MA, HON., FuzeHub
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3:00 PM
Networking Reception
Conclusion, Prizes, Reception & Networking
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4:00 PM
End of Event
Speakers
Everton's focus is helping the manufacturing community, general industry, start-ups, local colleges, and universities to advance innovation and technology. Read More >
Dr. Everton H. Henriques, MA, HON
Director of Manufacturing and Technology Initiatives, FuzeHub
Eric has held various product development roles with manufacturing companies for over 20 years. Prior to joining FuzeHub he ran his own engineering and prototyping firm and now manages FuzeHub’s Solutions Program. More...
Eric Fasser
Solutions Program Manager, FuzeHub
Patty Rechberger is the Innovation Fund Manager at FuzeHub. Patty coordinates and administers activities under the Jeff Lawrence Innovation Fund, from inquiries and initial submissions to reporting on metrics and program successes after project completion. More...
Patty Rechberger
Innovation Fund Manager, FuzeHub
Darrell P. Wheeler, PhD, MPH, MSW, is the 9th President of the State University of New York (SUNY) New Paltz. More...
Dr. Darrell P. Wheeler, PhD, MPH, MSW
President, SUNY New Paltz
David joined the MTEC team as Executive Director in September 2023 with a clear mission to deepen relationships with clients and partners and to build upon MTEC’s impressive legacy. Read More >
David Carter
Executive Director, MTEC
Steve Melito is the Senior Solutions Specialist for FuzeHub and the host of its NYS Manufacturing Now podcast. He also moderates events for FuzeHub and is a regular contributor to its print and digital publications. More...
Steve Melito
Senior Solutions Specialist, FuzeHub
Over the last 10 years, Kat has worked with over 400 manufacturers, artists, fabricators and inventors in the Mid-Hudson region, providing professional level 3D printing output and design work. Read More...
Kat Wilson
Director, Hudson Valley Additive Manufacturing Center (HVAMC) at SUNY New Paltz
Mr. Sardone has a B.E. in mechanical engineering from Steven’s Institute of Technology,
and a J.D. from Hofstra University School of Law. Mr. Sardone has over twenty-five years of
experience in all phases of strategic domestic and international patent portfolio development.Read More >
Francesco Sardone
Partner at Carter, DeLuca & Farrell LLP
Hany founded Hany's Harvest in 2017, inspired by a recipe for Fire Cider and a passion for robust wellness and culinary adventure. Read More >
Hany ElDiwany
Founder of Hany's Harvest Inc
Bailey Burke currently serves as Interim Director of the Hudson Valley Venture Hub, overseeing operations and outreach for its expanding network of founders, investors, and business leaders. Read More >
Bailey Burke
Interim Director at Hudson Valley Venture Hub
Kristin Backhaus has served as dean of the School of Business since April 2015, after serving as interim dean from 2014-2015. Read More >
Kristin Backhaus
Dean of the School of Business and Director of Economic Development & Community Engagement at SUNY New Paltz
Terence Musto, better known as T, has been a professional motorcycle builder & fabricator since 2009. He is the creator, CEO and head of design and fabrication of Fabbro Industries, and a qualified TIG & MIG welder. Read More >
Terence Musto
CEO & Head of Design & Fabrication of Fabbro Industries
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