Innovator

Everything can be improved. There's always a way to make things better - or even create something entirely new.

Entrepreneur

For ideas to come alive, you must bring them into the world.


Mentor

Surround yourself with people who are smarter than you, and never stop seeking advice.


Investor

I invest in people, not just ideas.


Portrait Dr. Thomas Leiber Innovator and Entrepreneur

DR.THOMAS LEIBER

Hello, I’m Dr. Thomas Leiber—though feel free to call me DrT. I’m an unconventional innovator, entrepreneur, mentor, and investor with a relentless drive for freedom and an insatiable curiosity for discovery.

With nearly 500 patents to my name, my expertise lies in unlocking the full potential of cutting-edge braking technologies, bringing them to market through my own ventures and strategic licensing collaborations.

I firmly believe that innovation thrives in an environment of resilience, collaboration, and trust. It doesn’t happen in isolation—it flourishes when ideas and people come together to support and challenge one another. As a mentor, I work with ambitious start-ups, guiding them to realize bold visions, and as an investor, I help them scale faster, creating real-world impact.

Ultimately, I believe that with the right resources and guidance, innovation can transform industries and build a better, more sustainable future for all.

  • Being an innovator is not just about creating things; it’s about making things happen, and getting your ideas into the hands of people who can help bring them to life.

  • Humans must remain at the forefront of innovation to ensure patents are genuinely inventive.

  • In business, it’s not just about having great ideas; it’s about making sure they are protected and nurtured to thrive.

  • I invent more than I can implement. But that’s the strength of innovators — to think broadly and then focus on one path.

  • You need a team capable of bringing your ideas to life. They don’t necessarily need to be creative, but they must execute the vision effectively.

  • The core of any successful startup is the combination of an engineer or scientist and a good salesperson.

& Advisory & Mentorship

& Advisory & Mentorship

As a mentor and advisor, I help startups, angel investors, and venture capitalists navigate the complexities of intellectual property and technology commercialization.

I bring deep expertise in leveraging IP to maximize funding success, accelerate growth, and create long-term value.

Whether you're an innovator looking to protect your ideas or an investor seeking smarter, more lucrative opportunities, my advisory services will help you make informed, impactful decisions.

INSIGHTS

Publications I contributed to
Innovation and IP in a Globalised World 
Rethinking Innovation: IP, Policy, and the Path to Industry Revival
Part I
New Technologies and Innovation 
Rethinking Innovation : IP, Policy, and the Path to Industry Revival - 
Part II
Turning a Patent into a Product
German automotive industry 
Rethinking Innovation : IP, Policy, and the Path to Industry Revival
Part III
Undulating Silver Orb 
Electric energy. 
A source of fascination.
1995. The year I went to MIT.
Dr. Thomas Leiber at MIT
From Patent to Product 
The long road from patent to product.
LSP 
In the end, it's all about people. Key Ingredients to Building a Successful Business Venture.
Resilience Collaboration Trust 
The game of chess and poker.
Why flying literally broadens our horizons.
Charter Plane and Family
Crafting WIN-WIN-WIN Solutions

INFO

At the core of my philosophy lies the belief in fair collaboration between innovators, entrepreneurs and corporations, fostering trust and cooperation for mutual progress and WIN-WIN-WIN solutions.

As a partner of a start-up accelerator, angel investor and mentor, I find fulfilment in guiding and supporting the next generation of innovators.

As I continue to explore new avenues of innovation, I remain grounded in principles of integrity, fairness, trust, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.

Spinning blue glass orb