I have a computer invrntion for sale and I have been seeking for investors online.?

I have an supposed investor in Africa. This person seems to want to help me with investment capitol. I am leary of this because there is no urgency from this guy to want to meet me but I have indicated to him that it is imoportant to meet face to face first. My second delima is this..I have model prototypes of these devices I have with no patents or contacts for manufacturing, marketing and distribution. Are there companies out there that do this sort of thing ? If so what are they called? If I do secure funds for this product to be manufactured and sold, what is my best strategy to get this thing rolling?
Thanks for your help.
Vince

You've got to get the patents for it. Otherwise, you could meet with someone, they turn you down, then steal your idea. This is what happened to my wife's Grandpa. He actually designed a motor similar to a rotary engine (used in Mazda's high performance vehicles) but had it stolen away by a large company. Try this website for help on getting your invention off the ground, especially since you're a first timer:

http://www.inventhelp.com

you need a business plan that takes into account your goals as an entrepreneur, and covers financing, development, production, marketing, sales, finances, and intellectual property protection.

assisting entrepreneurs develop their business plans is what I do for a living.

stay away from "inventors helpers" firms - they don't have your overall interest in mind and they don't work for you the way a doctor or lawyer does, as I do.

contact me via email if interested. elevator pitch preferred, but no proprietary info please at this point.