Hear how one military spouse scientist turned her hobby into a business

Charliemadison Originals founder, Navy spouse, and scientist, Wendy Hively, was forced to give up jobs she loved due to multiple military moves. Although Wendy's career took a backseat to military life, her hobby of jewelry making sparked an idea for a business that eventually became a reality. 

Come hear Wendy's story and the stories of other incredible military spouse entrepreneurs during our military entrepreneurship summit event virtually or in person at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia on Monday, April 22, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. ET.

If you’re a veteran, military spouse, service member, or part of the military community, join the USPTO in collaboration with the Small Business Administration (SBA) to learn the fundamentals of entrepreneurship and to get connected to the resources and tools you need to help you succeed. From honing your business plan and protecting your brand and ideas, to market analysis and financing, we've got every angle of entrepreneurship covered.