In this episode of Hangar X Studios, host John Ramstead sits down with Tom Kading, entrepreneur, engineer, and founder of Fargo Patent Law, to discuss how aerospace innovators can protect and leverage their intellectual property. From patents and trade secrets to brand strategy and investor readiness, Tom shares practical advice for startups and established companies navigating the rapidly growing UAS and aerospace markets. Whether you’re building drones, VTOLs, or next-gen software, this conversation will help you rethink IP not just as paperwork, but as a core business asset.

Tom Kading is an entrepreneur, engineer, and patent attorney with a passion for helping innovative businesses protect and leverage their intellectual property. As founder of Fargo Patent Law, Tom advises startups and established aerospace companies on strategies that go beyond paperwork—building real business value through patents, trade secrets, contracts, and branding. With offices in Grand Forks, Fargo, and Colorado Springs, Tom and his team are deeply engaged in the rapidly evolving aerospace and UAS ecosystem.

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About Fargo Patent Law

Fargo Patent Law is a boutique intellectual property law firm dedicated to helping innovators protect and maximize the value of their ideas. Founded by entrepreneur and patent attorney Tom Kading, the firm combines legal expertise with real-world business insight to craft IP strategies that fuel growth. With offices in Grand Forks, Fargo, and Colorado Springs, Fargo Patent Law serves startups and established companies nationwide—particularly in the fast-growing aerospace and UAS industries—by providing guidance on patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and contracts.