Patents by Inventor Gail Francolini

Gail Francolini has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 8157181
    Abstract: The invention relates to transaction tokens (“fobs”) having wireless functionality and methods of using the same. More specifically, fobs having radio frequency functionality such that information, such as payment information, identification information, or other like information, may be wirelessly transmitted from a memory within the fob to a receiver are disclosed. The fobs of this invention may comprise a microchip or other memory component, and/or antenna disposed on or within an insert and encased within an enclosure in an interior compartment. The fobs may have a quick-release mechanism for easily attaching to and detaching from a securing device, such as a keychain or the like. Moreover, the interior compartments of the fobs may be easily accessible for replacing the enclosed insert.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 16, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2012
    Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Peter Kirwan Bates, David S. Bonalle, Gail A. Francolini, Samantha S. Ing, Danielle L. Kunian, Leigh R. Malnati, Danielle R. Nulle, Lisa E. Skilling-Belmond, Lisa A. Webb, Kevin Young
  • Publication number: 20100308117
    Abstract: The invention relates to transaction tokens (“fobs”) having wireless functionality and methods of using the same. More specifically, fobs having radio frequency functionality such that information, such as payment information, identification information, or other like information, may be wirelessly transmitted from a memory within the fob to a receiver are disclosed. The fobs of this invention may comprise a microchip or other memory component, and/or antenna disposed on or within an insert and encased within an enclosure in an interior compartment. The fobs may have a quick-release mechanism for easily attaching to and detaching from a securing device, such as a keychain or the like. Moreover, the interior compartments of the fobs may be easily accessible for replacing the enclosed insert.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 16, 2010
    Publication date: December 9, 2010
    Applicant: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Peter Kirwan Bates, David S. Bonalle, Gail A. Francolini, Samantha S. Ing, Danielle L. Kunian, Leigh R. Malnati, Danielle R. Nulle, Lisa E. Skilling-Belmond, Lisa A. Webb, Kevin Young
  • Patent number: 7798415
    Abstract: The invention relates to transaction tokens (“fobs”) having wireless functionality and methods of using the same. More specifically, fobs having radio frequency functionality such that information, such as payment information, identification information, or other like information, may be wirelessly transmitted from a memory within the fob to a receiver are disclosed. The fobs of this invention may comprise a microchip or other memory component, and/or antenna disposed on or within an insert and encased within an enclosure in an interior compartment. The fobs may have a quick-release mechanism for easily attaching to and detaching from a securing device, such as a keychain or the like. Moreover, the interior compartments of the fobs may be easily accessible for replacing the enclosed insert.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 21, 2010
    Assignee: American Express Travel Realted Services Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Peter Kirwan Bates, David S. Bonalle, Gail A. Francolini, Samantha S. Ing, Danielle L. Kunian, Leigh R. Malnati, Danielle R. Nulle, Lisa E. Skilling-Belmond, Lisa A. Webb, Kevin Young
  • Patent number: 7604176
    Abstract: Transaction tokens (“fobs”) having wireless functionality and methods of using the same are provided. More specifically, fobs are provided having radio frequency functionality such that information, such as payment information, identification information, or other like information, may be wirelessly transmitted from a memory within the fob to a receiver. The fobs provided herein may comprise a microchip or other memory means, and/or antenna disposed on or within an insert and encased within an enclosure in an interior compartment. The fobs may be provided with a quick-release mechanism for easily attaching to and detaching from a securing means, such as a keychain or the like. Moreover, the interior compartments of the fobs may be easily accessible for replacing the insert contained therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 20, 2009
    Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Peter Kirwan Bates, David S. Bonalle, Gail A. Francolini, Samantha S. Ing, Danielle L. Kunian, Leigh R. Malnati, Danielle R. Nulle, Lisa E. Skilling-Belmond, Lisa A. Webb, Kevin Young
  • Patent number: 7429927
    Abstract: A system and method for attaching a Radio Frequency operable transaction device to an article using various attachment apparatus are disclosed. The invention includes attaching a transaction device to an article using apparatuses comprised of bands, clips, clamps, drawstrings, and adhesives. The present invention allows for the securing of an RF transaction device (e.g., a payment fob) to a consumer's person thereby enabling a transaction to be completed without the need for the consumer to manually present the transaction device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 30, 2008
    Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
    Inventors: David S Bonalle, Gail A Francolini, Samantha S Ing, Danielle Kunian, Danielle R Nulle
  • Patent number: D525298
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2006
    Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Lee A. Allard, David S. Bonalle, Gail A. Francolini, Ellen Lasch, Leigh Malnati, Sue Mueller, Zarita Norcross, Danielle R. Nulle, Steven Rank, Lisa Skilling-Belmond, Lisa Webb
  • Patent number: D525653
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 25, 2006
    Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Lee A. Allard, David S. Bonalle, Gail A. Francolini, Ellen Lasch, Leigh Malnati, Sue Mueller, Zarita Norcross, Danielle R. Nulle, Steven Rank, Lisa Skilling-Belmond, Lisa Webb
  • Patent number: D525654
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 25, 2006
    Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Lee A. Allard, David S. Bonalle, Gail A. Francolini, Ellen Lasch, Leigh Malnati, Sue Mueller, Zarita Norcross, Danielle R. Nulle, Steven Rank, Lisa Skilling-Belmond, Lisa Webb
  • Patent number: D526013
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Lee A. Allard, David S. Bonalle, Gail A. Francolini, Ellen Lasch, Leigh Malnati, Sue Mueller, Zarita Norcross, Danielle R. Nulle, Steven Rank, Lisa Skilling-Belmond, Lisa Webb
  • Patent number: D526014
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Lee A. Allard, David S. Bonalle, Gail A. Francolini, Ellen Lasch, Leigh Malnati, Sue Mueller, Zarita Norcross, Danielle R. Nulle, Steven Rank, Lisa Skilling-Belmond, Lisa Webb
  • Patent number: D526015
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Lee A. Allard, David S. Bonalle, Gail A. Francolini, Ellen Lasch, Leigh Malnati, Sue Mueller, Zarita Norcross, Danielle R. Nulle, Steven Rank, Lisa Skilling-Belmond, Lisa Webb
  • Patent number: D526016
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Lee A. Allard, David S. Bonalle, Gail A. Francolini, Ellen Lasch, Leigh Malnati, Sue Mueller, Zarita Norcross, Danielle R. Nulle, Steven Rank, Lisa Skilling-Belmond, Lisa Webb
  • Patent number: D527421
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 29, 2006
    Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Lee A. Allard, David S. Bonalle, Gail A. Francolini, Ellen Lasch, Leigh Malnati, Sue Mueller, Zarita Norcross, Danielle R. Nulle, Steven Rank, Lisa Skilling-Belmond, Lisa Webb
  • Patent number: D529955
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2004
    Date of Patent: October 10, 2006
    Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Lee A. Allard, David S. Bonalle, Gail A. Francolini, Ellen Lasch, Leigh Malnati, Sue Mueller, Zarita Norcross, Danielle R. Nulle, Steven Rank, Lisa Skilling-Belmond, Lisa Webb
  • Fob
    Patent number: D543018
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 22, 2007
    Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Peter Kirwan Bates, David S. Bonalle, Gail A. Francolini, Samantha S. Ing, Danielle L. Kunian, Leigh R. Malnati, Danielle R. Nulle, Steven A. Rank, Lisa E. Skilling-Belmond, Lisa A. Webb, Kevin Young
  • Fob
    Patent number: D543351
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2005
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2007
    Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Peter Kirwan Bates, David S. Bonalle, Gail A. Francolini, Samantha S. Ing, Danielle L. Kunian, Leigh R. Malnati, Danielle R. Nulle, Steven A. Rank, Lisa E. Skilling-Belmond, Lisa A. Webb, Kevin Young
  • Fob
    Patent number: D554361
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2007
    Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Peter Kirwan Bates, David S. Bonalle, Gail A. Francolini, Samantha S. Ing, Danielle L. Kunian, Leigh R. Malnati, Danielle R. Nulle, Steven A. Rank, Lisa E. Skilling-Belmond, Lisa A. Webb, Kevin Young
  • Fob
    Patent number: D554362
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2007
    Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Peter Kirwan Bates, David S. Bonalle, Gail A. Francolini, Samantha S. Ing, Danielle L. Kunian, Leigh R. Malnati, Danielle R. Nulle, Steven A. Rank, Lisa E. Skilling-Belmond, Lisa A. Webb, Kevin Young
  • Fob
    Patent number: D554363
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2007
    Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Peter Kirwan Bates, David S. Bonalle, Gail A. Francolini, Samantha S. Ing, Danielle L. Kunian, Leigh R. Malnati, Danielle R. Nulle, Steven A. Rank, Lisa E. Skilling-Belmond, Lisa A. Webb, Kevin Young
  • Fob
    Patent number: D559530
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2007
    Date of Patent: January 15, 2008
    Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Peter Kirwan Bates, David S. Bonalle, Gail A. Francolini, Samantha S. Ing, Danielle L. Kunian, Leigh R. Malnati, Danielle R. Nulle, Steven A. Rank, Lisa E. Skilling-Belmond, Lisa A. Webb, Kevin Young