In January of this year United Patent Research (UPR) attended the 2016 International Consumer Electronic Show in Las Vegas – one of the largest consumer shows in the world.  At this show many valuable manufacturer contacts were made.  United Patent Research President, Mr. Patrick Ralston, met with the representative of OBM Distribution, Inc. who showed an interest in the Back Jack developed by UPR client Brian B.  The Back Jack is an innovative backpack which can easily be converted into a combination waterproof jacket and backpack.  This item would especially be useful in situations where a person needs to carry an emergency raincoat.  The simple yet effective process to convert the product from a backpack to a backpack/jacket combo makes the Back Jack ideal for use by school students, hunters, hikers, bikers, vacationers, and many more.  After signing a standard confidentiality agreement, the manufacturer’s representative was shown a short video of the invention which further enhanced his interest in the invention.  The manufacturer’s representative promised further review and consideration of this truly unique and practical backpack.