Skinz © Group ABCDE Richard Lum Diana Seif Stephanie Logan Jerry Clyde Edgar Khachatryan
Abstract Our product is a type of shoe cover referred to as Skinz © A slip-on device for sneakers Its purpose is to offer multiple design options for your shoe Appeals to various age groups Jerry “If your parents never had children, chances are you won't, either” – Dave Cavett
Claims Skinz © resemble hospital shoe covers, except its purpose is fashion oriented Skinz © cost effective: has a thin-layered sole eliminates the need to buy new shoes for variety A cover for shoes that is easy to transport and wear Diana “A cult is a religion with no political power.” – Tom Wolfe
Materials & Functions According to preference – suede (for fashion) or synthetic leather (durability) Thin rubber sole Skinz © contours to your sneaker, extending from heel end to toe end Stephanie “If at first you don’t succeed, skydiving’s not the right hobby for you.” – Anonymous
Related Patents Patent Possible insole construction details used with numerous styles Patent – Shoe cover patent Patent R - Protective covering for footwear Patent – Outsole Patent – Variable color sneaker logo and trimming Patent R – Shoe with a slip-resistant, shape-retaining fabric outsole Patent – Sports boot Stephanie “A cult is a religion with no political power.” – Alan Minter, Boxer
Invention Summary Skinz © is the newest fashion trend for sneaker manufacturers to be creative in enticing consumers of all ages. It acts as a blank canvas, where sneaker companies can apply specific designs to attract their target audience. Diana "It is wonderful to be here in the great state of Chicago" – Don Quayle, Former US President
Anticipated Market Ages 3 years and up Unisex Diverse population Socioeconomic status irrelevant Fashion-forward consumer Jerry " Early to bed and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise. “ – Benjamin Franklin
Diagram Richard Thin sole Synthetic leather Base of Skinz © " I frankly felt like the reception we received on the way in from the airport was very warm and hospitable. And I want to thank the Canadian people who came out to wave -- with all five fingers -- for their hospitality. “ – President George W. Bush
Diagram Richard Thin sole Synthetic leather Same Base DIFFERENT Skinz © " Remember, today is the tomorrow you worried about yesterday. “ – Dale Carnegie
Pricing Suggested price to manufacturers for each cover is approximately $5 Prototype costs $350 Rubber sole………………………………….$1.03 Synthetic Leather………………………….$0.89 Optional Suede……………………………..$2.09 Labor……………………………………………$ Edgar " As a child, a library card takes you to exotic, faraway places. When you're grown up, a credit card does it “ – Sam Ewing
B2B Marketing Initial investment from VC’s $217,000 Marketing Agency……………………$24,065 Includes personnel, flyers, posters, samples of Skinz ©, attractive models, transportation, lodging The copyright and patent rights would initially be sold for $1,000,000, plus, 12% of their annual sales Edgar “ When people ask me if I have any spare change, I tell them I have it at home in my spare wallet. ” – Nick Arnette
- THE END - “Be unique, show your Skinz © !”