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Steve Stark

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Artist, Inventor, Graphic Designer
What is unique that's not in your bio?
I do magic...levitation at the drop of a hat...just ask me anytime and I will do close up levitation right in front of you. This has never been seen on TV, no other magician or book will show you how its done. A must see...if you have the chance to meet me.
What's your favorite accomplishment?
2009 Semifinalist (division top 10) Minnesota Cup Business Plan Competition 2009 Semifinalist (top twenty) Wisconsin Business Plan Competition 2009 Semifinalist (top twelve) Midwest Clean Tech Conference 2008 WIN Award – Stanley Black & Decker 2008 Received the International Grand Prize from NASA Tech Briefs (2007 Create The Future Design Contest) DOD certified Inventor with patents granted/pending (E-Z Spin Foam Frisbee Disc - Wham-O, Lighted Foam Football, Lighted Bocce Ball, Clean Technology Products, Pet Toys, Pet Treats, Etc.) 2010/2011 AutoDesk Inventor Suite Grant Recipient
How do you define cool?
Something that makes you go...wow.
What is your secret to uncovering trends?
Being at the cutting edge of where new things disclosed to the world.
What do you enjoy most about Trend Hunter?
Seeing a trend go viral.
What is your favorite trend?
They are all amazing.
How do you reset to be creative?
Sleeping on it.
What inspires or excites you?
How the world will respond to something new.
Predict something awesome for 2020?
We can now ride in vehicles that levitate.
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Revolutionary Flying Disc
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LED Golf Balls
LED Golf Balls
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Glowing Golf Spheres
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Eco-Friendly Functional Art
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Battery Killers
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Litroenergy Power Cells
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Real Guitars for Gamers
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Foam Frisbees
Foam Frisbees
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The EZ Spin is a revolutionary Foam Frisbee® Disc being referred to online as the best recreational disc available today. After flying one of these multi-feature toys, it is “EZ” to see why. Wham-O,… MORE
Self-Luminous Micro Particles
Self-Luminous Micro Particles
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A flexible light source discovery emits light 24/7, the equivalent to a 20 watt bulb. Litroenergy will create a brighter future for us all; it uses Litrospheres, tiny, self-luminous particles that illuminate… MORE