Innovation Portfolio
Beyond communications: creating the tech I write about
Most people pick a lane in communications or engineering. I chose to stand in the middle. My five patents, with two issued and three pending, prove I can imagine and articulate innovation, then work with technical teams to bring it to life.
Location-Aware Experiences Patent
Issued August 2023
Venue apps were clunky, disconnected, and often ignored. I designed a system that makes relevant digital services appear when you arrive and disappear when you leave, eliminating the need to search or install an app.
Core Innovations:
Adaptive ID - A dynamic identity system that changes with context
Nowcast Feed - Real-time, location-specific content delivery
The Nowser - A search model based on time and place, not just keywords
This approach bridges physical and digital worlds through seamless user experience. It's being explored for stadiums, airports, retail, and smart workplaces.