About Us
At Hamilton & Boss, we are driven by a simple conviction: artificial intelligence and intellectual property are not just important facets of the modern innovation economy—they are increasingly, inextricably linked. Our mission is to help organizations harness this powerful intersection to unlock unprecedented growth and competitive advantage.
Widespread adoption of powerful AI is ushering in a new era of rapid innovation. Its ability to automate routine intellectual tasks is freeing people to focus on what matters most: creative problem-solving and real-world impact. Further, AI is amplifying individual skill sets, equipping teams to tackle challenges that were once out of reach. This is the beginning of a new explosion in innovation—one where organizations of all sizes can compete and thrive. AI and IP, once seen as parallel paths, are now converging. In today’s landscape, protecting and leveraging innovation requires both deep technical insight and a nuanced understanding of the evolving IP environment. We bring both to the table.
With over 1,700 issued U.S. patents between us, our backgrounds span decades of technology leadership, invention, and practical implementation. We’ve led global innovation programs, built and monetized IP portfolios, and designed and deployed real-world AI systems that solve complex problems. Throughout our careers, we’ve seen how the right combination of technical expertise and strategic protection can turn great ideas into lasting impact. At Hamilton & Boss, we combine hard-won experience with the latest AI tools to provide practical, actionable guidance.
We’re here to help you turn your ideas into enduring advantage. Let’s shape the future of innovation together.
The Team
Rick Hamilton
Co-Founder
Thought leader, innovator, and visual storyteller who inspires teams and brings novel ideas to life.
Rick Hamilton is an expert at the intersection of artificial intelligence and intellectual property strategy, with a proven record of driving innovation and translating it into business advantage. As one of the world’s most prolific inventors—with over 1,060 issued U.S. patents—he has led transformative AI and innovation programs at IBM, UnitedHealth Group, and the Focused Ultrasound Foundation, a global nonprofit advancing noninvasive clinical therapies.
A former CTO and Senior Distinguished Engineer, Rick has advised Fortune 100 companies, research institutions, and startups on integrating AI into their operations—ranging from predictive systems that streamline clinical workflows to enterprise-wide generative AI strategies grounded in real-world use cases. He brings practical insight into both the promise and the pitfalls of AI, helping organizations move confidently from experimentation to execution.
In parallel, Rick offers world-class expertise in patent strategy, portfolio development, and innovation governance. He has shaped patent efforts across the full lifecycle—from invention to monetization—trained nearly 10,000 professionals on best practices, and built innovation and IP programs that deliver measurable results.
Through Hamilton & Boss, Rick helps clients unlock their innovative potential with AI—and ensures that innovation creates lasting strategic value.
Greg Boss
Co-Founder
Trusted advisor for scaling and leveraging invention, with lengthy AI experience
Greg Boss brings over 25 years of experience helping organizations turn bold ideas into tangible results—through both world-class intellectual property practices and hands-on technology leadership. A prolific inventor with more than 700 issued patents, Greg has led transformative innovation programs across AI, healthcare, cloud computing, and secure data systems, and is ranked among the world’s most inventive technologists.
As a former CTO and enterprise architect at IBM and UnitedHealth Group, Greg combines deep technical knowledge with practical implementation. He has built production-grade systems, developed agentic workflows using generative AI tools, and pioneered analytics platforms that uncover value hidden in large data sets. At UnitedHealth Group, he helped drive a tenfold increase in patent filings over four years.
A key area of Greg's expertise is finding the patentable core within a team’s existing work. He works directly and deeply with technical teams, advising on the strategic changes that can transform a useful innovation into a defensible asset. He also designs scalable, enterprise-wide workflows that turn innovation into a repeatable business process. His approachable style and globally taught innovation classes equip workforces with the mindset to unlock hidden potential in their product sets.
At Hamilton & Boss, Greg partners with clients to operationalize AI, systematize innovation, and build defensible IP portfolios—ensuring technology leadership translates into business advantage.
