Ben Kaufman
BY Diana Ransom
The two companies announced a new partnership that'll give citizen inventors access to a portion of GE's patent coffers, as well as a co-branded effort that could effectively appify your home.
Where the Founders of Young Startups Find Inspiration
BY Diana Ransom
From Quirky's Ben Kaufman to Aaron Levie of Box, here's what inspires some of the hottest startups around.
Play Video Don't Be Seduced by the Wrong Investors (Video)
Quirky founder Ben Kaufman explains why the biggest money mistake is accepting funds from the wrong people. Always make sure potential investors are aligned with your business interests first.
Play Video Ben Kaufman on Quirky's Most Successful Inventions (Video)
Founder of the crowd-sourced product development company shares the items from everyday inventors that have become so popular -- and biggest winners to date.
Play Video How to Create the Best Products in the World (Video)
Quirky founder Ben Kaufman describes what the iPod and Snuggie blankets have in common. Here's a hint: They both solve consumers' everyday problems. Doing so, says Kaufman, is the key to making a killer product.
'Quirky' Turns Inventors into Reality TV Stars
BY Diana Ransom
A new reality TV series starring Ben Kaufman and his product development firm Quirky is debuting tonight.



