By Larry Sparks
On March 5, the Eastern Plains Chamber of Commerce convened for its monthly meeting, with Mountain View Electric Association serving as the breakfast sponsor. Erica Meyer, community outreach coordinator for Mountain View Electric, highlighted the many ways the association gives back to the community. She shared details about their essay contests, scholarships, educational initiatives and their “Gift of Light program,” which assists local residents with utility bill payments. Erica’s presentation underscored the organization’s deep commitment to enhancing the lives of those in the region.
The main presentation of the morning was delivered by attorney Sebastian Ertelt from Fargo Patent & Business Law, a firm specializing in transforming innovative ideas into protected assets. Fargo Patent & Business Law is renowned for its unique blend of business acumen and legal expertise, offering tailored solutions to complex legal challenges in the business sector. Their focus on providing practical, out-of-the-box solutions while considering the broader impact of legal disputes ensures their clients are well-supported. The firm offers free consultations, allowing businesses to clearly define their needs, goals and budget.
Sebastian Ertelt, the firm’s patent director for Colorado Springs, brought a wealth of experience to the discussion, with 18 years of background in both engineering and law. With a mechanical engineering degree and an MBA in management, Sebastian’s diverse expertise spans product development, quality control, manufacturing and patent law — particularly in industries such as construction and agriculture. His vast experience allows him to effectively guide clients through the intricate world of intellectual property.
Fargo Patent & Business Law’s services extend to copyright registration and infringement litigation, providing businesses with comprehensive guidance on intellectual property protection. The firm ensures clients understand how copyrights fit into larger IP strategies and helps file patents to safeguard inventive ideas, especially in light of the U.S. First-to-File system. They also specialize in advising businesses on the protection of trade secrets, offering invaluable support to companies looking to safeguard confidential information. This form of protection can be maintained indefinitely, providing a cost-effective, long-term solution for businesses concerned about unauthorized use.
In addition, Fargo Patent & Business Law assists clients in trademark registration and protection. Their legal team navigates the complex process from filing to prosecution, ensuring businesses’ brand identities are strongly protected.
The Eastern Plains Chamber of Commerce remains dedicated to educating and developing the business community in Falcon and the surrounding eastern plains region, fostering collaboration, growth and success for local businesses.
The chamber meets on the first Wednesday of each month at Grace Community Church in Falcon. For more information, visit https://www.easternplainschamber.com/.
