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Let’s make a makerspace v1
The document outlines a proposal to create a makerspace called M4Reactor, led by Kevin Justice, who has extensive experience in technology and entrepreneurship. It details the needed space requirements and potential funding sources, including grants, sponsorships, and membership fees, while also inviting community collaboration and support. The next meeting is scheduled for March 2 to further discuss the project's progress and next steps.
Let’s make a makerspace v1
- 1. Let’s Make aMakerspace!
- 2. Kevin Justice • ceoof Matice Marketing, Advertising, PR • Active Board Member of the Chamber of Commerce and the Economic Development division • Run a small robotics club • Designing a 3D printer from scratch • A passion for learning and creating Historically: • Degree in Electronics Engineering • 30+ years in IT world • Entrepreneur (started 4 other tech companies) Cell: 410-713-0788 Email: kevin@matice.com Email: kevin@M4Reactor.org Who Am I????
- 3. Who are you??? & WHYARE YOU HERE?!?!?
- 4. • What isa Makerspace? • Update on Where We Are • Discussion on Where We Need Help –Breakout • Break-out Summary • Planning of next steps Agenda
- 5. What Is aMakerspace?
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- 7. M4 Discover Learn Collaborate Make Reactor A place that harnessesthe collisions creating energy M4Reactor Concept
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- 9. Current Supporters Wicomico Library Salisbury University UMES WorWic The Salisbury School Worcester Prep Wicomico County Schools City of Salisbury AH Pharma Tri-Pro Parkside First Robotics Team Salisbury Robotics Club TriCounty Council Representative support only at this point. Not a full organizational endorsement.
- 10. Space Needs • EducationSpace (classroom) ~400+ sq ft • Working Space ~800+ sq ft • Shop Space ~600+ sq ft • 3D Print Lab Space ~300+ sq ft • Tool Storage Space ~150+ sq ft Space Options • 1700 Sq Ft at Tri County Council $/$ • ~2500 Sq Ft co-lo option with AH Pharma and TriPro $$$/$$$ • ~2000+ Sq Ft in Gallery Building downtown $/$ • ~4500 Sq Ft at HQ Live $$/$$ M4Reactor Infrastructure
- 11. Grants & Sponsorships •USDA Grant ~$20,000 equipment • EDA Grant $50,000 to $200,000 match & loc • Library ~$1,000+ program specific • Operational Funding (SU/City) • United Way? UMES? • Community Foundation? • Other Foundations? • Corporate Sponsorships? Income Sources • Member Fees (individual and corporate) • Training Fees • Education Classes (all ages) • Events & Competitions • Dislocated Training • Corporate – Training – Tech Integration – Rapid Prototyping – Short Run Manufacturing Funding Possibilities
- 12. • Fundraising • Marketing •Education Plan • Events • Space Considerations • Equipment • Corporate Involvement Where we need help:
- 13. Breakout! • Groups ofX • 3-4 Minutes per section • Write your name if you want to be on that team!
- 14. • Kevin – Fundingmeetings – Space meetings • Teams: – Plan Discussion – Track Communications on M4Reactor.org • Everyone – EVANGELIZE!!!!!!!!! • Next Meeting March 2, 5:30pm location TBA Next Steps
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