We’re happy to be joined by AlligatorZone™ at Gulf Coast MakerCon this year, bringing entrepreneurial inventors on stage to share with makers of all ages an enjoyable way to participate in local innovation.

AlligatorZone™ will be kicking things off on event day, April 9, at 10:30 a.m. with a  Conversation with Ron Klein.  

Mr. Klein is the inventor of the Magnetic Strip on credit cards, Credit Card Validity Checking System and the developer of computerized systems for Real Estate (MLS) Multiple Listing Services, Voice Response for the Banking Industry and BOND Quotation and Trade Information for the New York Stock Exchange.

Ron Klein, describes himself as an ordinary man who accomplishes extraordinary things. A problem solver, every solution of his has resulted in monumental change, either in a new invention or a simple solution.

His latest patent is for a device that enables a visually impaired person the ability to identify an item when in physical range of that item. It utilizes a smartphone and special coded adhesive labels. He is a strategic advisor, consultant, mentor, problem solver and a speaker.

Learn more about Ron Klein at his website: GrandfatherofPossibilities.com

Get Your TIckets Today, to Hear Ron Klein at Gulf Coast MakerCon!