about us

OUR BIOS:

Elizabeth Gearhart, Ph.D. (formerly Elizabeth McNamara) is a marketing executive, podcast host, and AI strategy speaker whose work focuses on how businesses are actually using artificial intelligence in real-world operations today. She is the co-host of the podcast AI in Business: Use Cases From the Real World, where she interviews business professionals, founders, and subject-matter experts across industries to document concrete, practical examples of AI in use—beyond theory, hype, or speculation.

Elizabeth brings a multidisciplinary background to the show. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Western Washington University and a Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Colorado Boulder where she developed a strong foundation in data-driven analysis, experimentation, and technical problem-solving, under her maiden name, Elizabeth McNamara. Her early career included industry roles at Dow Chemical and Dow Corning, where she worked as an analytical chemist.  She later became a licensed U.S. patent agent, combining scientific expertise with intellectual property and innovation strategy.

Elizabeth currently serves as Chief Marketing Officer at Gearhart Law, an intellectual property–focused law firm, where she works at the intersection of technology, business strategy, and communication. She advises professionals and organizations on how emerging technologies—including artificial intelligence—impact visibility, credibility, and competitive positioning.

Since 2018, Elizabeth has also been the co-host of Passage to Profit, a nationally syndicated radio show and podcast airing on 38 stations nationwide, with its flagship station WOR 710 in New York City and distribution through the iHeartMedia network. Through her media work, she has interviewed hundreds of entrepreneurs, executives, inventors, and industry leaders, translating complex ideas into clear, accessible insights for broad audiences.

In addition to hosting podcasts, Elizabeth leads educational programs for business owners and professionals focused on artificial intelligence and digital strategy. She co-hosts the Podcast and YouTube Creators Community, a meetup offering in-person and online education, and teaches adult education classes on podcasting and AI literacy. Through these programs, she communicates with professionals to help them understand how AI is being used today—and gives them insights on how to use AI within their own organizations.

Elizabeth is also a contributing author to the American Bar Association–published book Marketing Your Invention, Product, or Journey (Fourth Edition, 2025). Across her work in science, law, media, and education, she is known for bridging technical depth with practical application—helping businesses move from curiosity about AI to meaningful, real-world use.

Richard Gearhart, an intellectual property attorney, is the Founder of Gearhart Law, a firm specializing in Patents, Trademarks Copyrights and related services.  He focuses on Health Sciences Innovations and Helping Mid Sized Life Sciences Companies and others grow . He’s also the co-Host of the Passage to Profit Radio Show.

Richard Gearhart is immersed in new technologies, including AI and its evolving role in business.  His law firm, Gearhart Law, helps entrepreneurs protect new technologies through the use of Intellectual Property.  He also has a strong interest in education; he’s the co-host of Passage to Profit, a nationally distributed radio show and podcast featuring entrepreneurs and innovators, and a regular contributor to AI in Business: Use Cases From the Real World, where he brings a practical, operational perspective to how companies adopt AI.

His background includes corporate leadership roles in life sciences companies, early-stage investment experience, and mentorship of founders across multiple industries. Richard’s signature strength is his ability to evaluate business models, identify opportunities for strategic advantage, and communicate complex concepts in a clear and accessible way. His guidance blends legal insight with real-world business acumen, making him a trusted voice for entrepreneurs seeking to scale, differentiate, and compete in an AI-enabled economy.

Richard’s work across broadcasting, law, and entrepreneurship positions him as a leading commentator on innovation, intellectual property strategy, and the evolving role of artificial intelligence in modern business.