What Nobody Tells You Before You File a Patent with Kim Meckwood
Release Date: 01/21/2026
What Nobody Tells You Before You File a Patent with Kim Meckwood
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info_outlineHave you ever dreamt up a product in your head? You can see it so clearly, but you have no clue what the first step would be to actually create it.
In this episode, the inventor of Click & Carry, Kim Meckwood, shares how she turned a simple idea into a tangible product that's now expanding into 30,000 retail stores. You'll get a behind-the-scenes look at what the patent process is really like and learn where to find free resources that most people don't even know exist.
Topics discussed:
Introduction (00:00)
The origin story of Click & Carry (01:42)
Kim’s experience on Shark Tank (05:10)
Why networking has been the key to her success (07:37)
Female inventors and patent ownership (11:03)
Where to find free resources for inventors (13:15)
Amazon, knockoffs, and product protection (17:19)
Kim’s accidental hire that fueled her growth (20:15)
The rewards of being an entrepreneur (23:02)
What brought you JOY today? (26:02)
Resources:
- Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/
- Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist:
https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf - Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz:
https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/
Connect with Larry Sprung:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/
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Connect with Kim Meckwood:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Click-Carry-100063829561602/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clickandcarry/
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@clickandcarry
- Website: https://clickandcarry.com
About Our Guest:
Kim Meckwood is the inventor and founder of Click & Carry, a smart, ergonomic handle that helps people carry multiple bags more comfortably and efficiently. The idea came after a breakup left her struggling to carry groceries alone through the obstacle course that was her Los Angeles condo complex. Realizing how common this struggle was, Kim set out to create a simple yet game-changing solution—not just for shoppers, but for seniors with dexterity challenges, travelers schlepping many bags, and athletes hauling gear. What began as a personal necessity has grown into a versatile product with nearly limitless applications.
Before launching her own business, Kim built a successful career in medical device and pharmaceutical sales, working with companies like Medtronic and ACADIA Pharmaceuticals. But two breast cancer diagnoses—in 2012 and again in 2021—caused her to reevaluate everything. Those experiences gave her the courage to leave her corporate life behind and go all-in on her invention. Her perseverance paid off: Click & Carry has since landed deals with massive retailers like Albertsons, Lowe's, and Tractor Supply Company. Click & Carry has also been featured on 𝘚𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘬 𝘛𝘢𝘯𝘬 (Season 12, Episode 8), 𝘎𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘔𝘰𝘳𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘈𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘢, 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘛𝘰𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘚𝘩𝘰𝘸, and over a dozen times on QVC.
Kim’s story is proof that resilience, creativity, and a little bit of hustle can turn life’s challenges into something truly impactful.
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