From Idea to Impact: Lisa Ascolese on Inventing the Right Way

About the Guest: Lisa Ascolese, known as “The Inventress,” is the CEO and founder of Inventing A to Z, LLC , a full-service invention and product development company. As the sole owner of her business, Lisa helps inventors and entrepreneurs turn mental inventions into real, market-ready products — guiding ideas from a simple napkin sketch all the way to the marketplace. With a belief that “when you think it and believe it, it can be done,” Lisa supports inventors through every phase of the process, including graphic design, engineering, prototyping, manufacturing, marketing, and licensing. Lisa is also the founder of the nonprofit AOWIE — Association of Women Inventors and Entrepreneurs , which uplifts and supports women innovators. In addition, she launched Inventors Spotlight TV , a shopping network dedicated to showcasing innovative products, and hosts The Inventress Podcast , where she highlights inventors, entrepreneurs, and their journeys. Episode Description: What does it take to bring a product from concept to QVC? In this episode of the RISE Urban Nation Podcast , host Taryell Simmons sits down with Lisa Ascolese, The Inventress — a trailblazing product developer, author, and founder of Inventing A to Z . With over 25 years of experience helping entrepreneurs launch products seen on QVC, HSN, and major retailers , Lisa shares her journey, the challenges of scaling inventions into businesses, and practical advice for turning ideas into income. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, creative, or curious thinker, this episode will leave you inspired and ready to build. Resources & Mentions: 🌐 Website: 📺 Inventors Spotlight TV: 📘 Book: The Inventress’s Guide to Inventing The Right Way 📧 Contact: lisa@inventingatoz.com Credits: Host: Taryell Simmons Guest: Lisa Ascolese Music: Will Maker Production: RISE Urban Nation Unite. Empower. Ignite. Thank you for tuning into the RISE Urban Nation Podcast , where we go beyond conversation to fuel a movement of unity, empowerment, and transformation across the Black and Pan-African community. Each episode dives deep into the stories of entrepreneurs, innovators, and changemakers shaping culture, business, and legacy. Hosted by Taryell Simmons , a leader in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, the show blends storytelling with strategy to help you amplify your voice, grow your brand, and lead with purpose. Why

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From Idea to Impact: Lisa Ascolese on Inventing the Right Way is an episode from RISE Urban Nation by Taryell Simmons.

This episode is 00:43:31 long.

This episode was published on Dec 17, 2025.

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