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.


Dr. Thomas Leiber_Resilience Collaboration Trust

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.

LEARN MORE ABOUT DRT

  • 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.

500secured
patents
40+years in
automotive