PRESIDENT & FOUNDER
KIMBERLY SCHAFER
Kimberly started working on the Ring Thing® in 2013 while working full-time at UC San Diego, where over her 33-year career she held positions as Administrative Director of the Center for AIDS Research and Director of Clinical Operations with the Alzheimer's Disease Cooperative Study.
She worked on the Ring Thing® as she could while engaged in a her career. Over the 8 year development period, she received 3 patents and a trademark for the Ring Thing®. An active Rotarian, Kimberly is active in community service projects, with a focus on anti-human trafficking efforts. A portion of each Ring Thing® sale is donated to anti-human trafficking non-profits.
About Ring Thing®
Proudly protected by U.S. Patent Nos.
10,729,216; 10,980,323; and D865,362.
The patented Ring Thing® is the premiere product of BringThings, Inc., a woman-owned company dedicated to stylish, functional products. Our founding principles include social responsibility, honesty, innovation, using recycled materials whenever possible, and having a lot of fun along the way. We create products we love and hope will be of benefit to others.
Our products are manufactured in the United States (US). We work with local, small businesses and look forward to establishing a mentorship program as our company grows.
HerStoryTV Interview
Kimberly Schafer - The Ring Thing®
Kimberly Schafer, a life-long adventurer, greatly enjoyed her 33-year career in academic research administration at UC San Diego. Now, she has embarked on an exciting new venture as both an inventor and a first-time entrepreneur.
Hear about her journey in this interview with HerStory Circle.
An Opportunity to Help Your Community
The Ring Thing® is a woman-owned company with the goal of contributing to individual well-being through innovative products, and giving back to support our collective well-being. A portion of our sales is donated to nonprofit organizations working to stop human trafficking.
What Our Clients Say
This little invention is GENIUS! I got one for travel this summer so I have somewhere safe to put my rings when I'm at the beach/pool, and got one for my husband to put his real ring in when he switches it out for a silicone one at work. Durable and easy to use and keep track of. So smart.
Just what I was looking for! I feel much more comfortable having my engagement ring with me on travels and camping rather than just thrown into my usual travel jewelry box. The Ring Thing feels very well made, secure, and portable. Love that it comes with 3 rubber rings to separate the engagement ring from the wedding band to prevent scratches. Would definitely recommend.
💯 Solved a long running problem. I travel extensively and have struggled with safe keeping of my rings. I was constantly afraid of losing them. Ring Thing gives me piece of mind. It’s super handy and convenient. I can get around wearing my beloved rings in confidence. Thank you, Kimberly!
I got this for my husband and I to clip onto his golf bag as a safe way for us to carry our real wedding bands all together in the same container. I love that it’s crush and waterproof. Once we’re done golfing, we swap out our silicon exercise rings for our real wedding bands. It’s been great!
