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Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative process by providing shared space, shared tools, software, materials and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into reality.
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'''Things to know about Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM):'''
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*We are a membership composed of Builders, Tinkerers, Engineers, Artists, Entrepreneurs, Designers, and Educators all mashed up and revolutionizing creativity in the Pikes Peak Region.
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*We provide a facility with space and equipment for people to create physical items for fun and for education. PPM also is a place to gather interested people for all manner of classes and instruction.
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*We are tapped into and support the Colorado Springs startup community.
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*We are physically located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA.
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*We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, EIN (Tax ID Number): 81-0876257
 
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[[File:Burst.png|alt=Welcome banner|right|frameless|Burst welcome page|250x250px]]
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[[File:Burst.png|alt=Welcome banner|right|frameless|250x250px]]
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==Maker Definition==
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:'''A maker is someone who defines themselves by their ability to turn ideas into reality through creativity, innovation, and hands-on skills.''' Makers are typically driven by a desire to create and solve problems, using tools, materials, and technology to bring their visions to life. They often have a passion for a particular field or hobby, such as woodworking, electronics, or crafting, and may be self-taught or have formal training in their area of expertise. Makers take pride in their ability to think outside the box and find unique solutions to challenges, often experimenting with new techniques and materials to achieve their goals. They may collaborate with other makers, sharing ideas and knowledge to create something greater than what they could achieve alone. Overall, being a maker is more than just a hobby or profession - it is a mindset and a way of life that values creativity, ingenuity, and hands-on problem-solving.
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==Mission Statement==
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:'''Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is a community of cooperative hobbyists and early-stage entrepreneurs''' that empowers members to turn ideas into&nbsp;reality. We&nbsp;strive to provide access to tools and resources to confidently and safely design, develop and&nbsp;make.
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==Vision Statement==
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:'''We exist to catalyze positive change, drive economic growth and social progress''' by empowering individuals to unleash their full&nbsp;potential.
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:We imagine a future where Pikes Peak Makerspace is the go-to destination for makers* in the Pikes Peak Region seeking access to resources and knowledge, enabling them to turn their concepts into&nbsp;reality.
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:Through our commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative community, we will continue to expand our assets and capabilities to meet the evolving needs of the&nbsp;members.
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== Official PPM Logo==
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[[File:1_to_1_logo.png|alt=official PPM logo|frameless|200x200px]]  
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==PPM Logo Usage==
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Gears are a common element of many other Makerspace logos, and for us it is also a subtle hat tip to the Pikes Peak Cog&nbsp;Railway.
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'''''Always try to follow these simple guidelines to use our logo consistently and effectively:'''''
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'''Animation'''
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*Do not animate as a gear or wheel
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*Bouncing animation as computer screen saver probably OK
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'''Background'''
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*Our logo should appear on a plain background
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*Can appear on a colored background (such as a color from a PPM Tool&nbsp;Area)
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* Need clear space around our logo to avoid confusion
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*May use logo within QR Code
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'''Color'''
  
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==About Pikes Peak Makerspace==
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*Reproduce in black or "rich black"
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'''Official Logo:'''
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*Can be white (reversed)
  
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[[File:1_to_1_logo.png|alt=|frameless|200x200px]]
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'''Design'''
  
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&bull; We are a membership composed of Builders, Tinkerers, Engineers, Artists, Entrepreneurs, Designers, and Educators all mashed up and revolutionizing creativity in the Pikes Peak Region. We provide a facility with space and equipment for people to create physical items for fun and for education. PPM&nbsp;also is a place to gather interested people for all manner of classes and&nbsp;instruction.
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*Do not alter our logo (number of "teeth", wording, font, or any design element).
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*Maintain proportion (do not scale or skew)
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*Do not attach the logo to other artwork or other wording
  
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&bull; We are tapped into and support the Colorado Springs startup community.
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'''Maintenance:'''
  
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&bull; Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
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*Replace damaged logos (especially signage)
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The famous inventor Nikola Tesla has some local history in Colorado&nbsp;Springs.
 
  
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In the 1890s, Tesla conducted high-voltage, high-frequency power experiments here. A small plaque on Pikes Peak Avenue just west of downtown Colorado Springs (and only a minute or so by car from our Makerspace) recognizes his accomplishments. These days you might catch a member's Tesla car, other electric car or electric bicycle in our parking&nbsp;lot.
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'''Reproduction at PPM:'''
  
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== Mission Statement==
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*Our logo can be reproduced at PPM to demonstrate our equipment/capabilities; for example: 3D Printers, CNC Router Table, Vinyl Cutter, Large Format Printer, Sublimation Printer, and other equipment.
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Pikes Peak Makerspace is a community of cooperative hobbyists and early-stage entrepreneurs that empowers members to turn ideas into reality. We strive to provide access to tools and resources to confidently and safely design, develop and make.
 
  
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Our goal is simple: Walk in with an idea, walk out with it in your hand.
 
  
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==Vision Statement==
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'''''Our organization's name can be shortened to PPM, but not PPMS. (We use "Makerspace" as one&nbsp;word — not&nbsp;two.)'''''
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We exist to catalyze positive change, drive economic growth and social progress by empowering individuals to unleash their full&nbsp;potential.
 
  
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We imagine a future where Pikes Peak Makerspace is the go-to destination for makers* in the Pikes Peak Region seeking access to resources and knowledge, enabling them to turn their concepts into&nbsp;reality.
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==AI generated content==
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AI generated content on this Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) Wiki will be labeled as such, to the extent possible.
  
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Through our commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative community, we will continue to expand our assets and capabilities to meet the evolving needs of the&nbsp;members.
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Additionally, we are anticipating that AI “chat” interfaces for searching will become increasingly common,  
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so we will be continually improving content here to stay current and remain useful to our members and the general public.
  
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==Maker Definition==
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Our social media sites and communication materials may have individual procedures and goals at this time.
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<nowiki>*</nowiki>A maker is someone who defines themselves by their ability to turn ideas into reality through creativity, innovation, and hands-on skills. Makers are typically driven by a desire to create and solve problems, using tools, materials, and technology to bring their visions to life. They often have a passion for a particular field or hobby, such as woodworking, electronics, or crafting, and may be self-taught or have formal training in their area of expertise. Makers take pride in their ability to think outside the box and find unique solutions to challenges, often experimenting with new techniques and materials to achieve their goals. They may collaborate with other makers, sharing ideas and knowledge to create something greater than what they could achieve alone. Overall, being a maker is more than just a hobby or profession - it is a mindset and a way of life that values creativity, ingenuity, and hands-on problem-solving.<br>
 
  
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== Contact Info==
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==PPM Contact Info==
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|<center>'''[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org (This) Wiki]'''</center>
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|'''This Wiki'''
 
|https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org
 
|https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org
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|November 2021
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|'''November 2021'''
 
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|<center>'''[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org website]'''</center>
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|'''website'''
 
|https://pikespeakmakerspace.org
 
|https://pikespeakmakerspace.org
 
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|<center>'''phone'''</center>
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|'''contact form'''
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|719-445-MAKE(6253)
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|https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/Contact
 
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|<center>'''location'''</center>
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|'''donation form'''
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|https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/support-us
 
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|'''phone'''
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|719-445-MAKE (6253)
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''Please leave a detailed message,''
  
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Colorado Springs, CO 80903
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''which will be translated to email.''
 
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|<center>'''email'''</center>
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|'''physical&nbsp;location'''
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|https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/Contact
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735 East Pikes Peak Avenue<br>'''[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Colorado_Springs Colorado Springs]''', CO 80903
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==Social Media Links ==
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===[[New Member Orientation#Managing your Membership|Managing your Membership]]===
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===[[How To Slack]]===
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|[[File:Linktree logo.png|alt=Linktree logo|center|frameless|50x50px]]
 
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|<center>'''Linktree'''</center>
 
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|https://linktr.ee/pikespeakmakerspace
 
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|<center>March 2023</center>
 
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|[[File:2021 Facebook icon.png|center|frameless|alt=Facebook icon|50x50px]]
 
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|<center>'''Facebook'''</center>
 
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|https://www.facebook.com/ppmakerspace
 
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|<center>[https://www.facebook.com/ppmakerspace/photos/ms.c.eJxFkNuNRTEIAzta8Yb039jqYF3zOxpsJ~_rPNcayS9Tf~;OkHUkTleWQWgX2GmRI4jCCIsOqZO~_k90QMDkD~_gaAka6jCEIGEYQW1Ls9ZkT8QJbE~_cLRYAZzQAW2w2tNjiGGYc5gg1hjoyTA58O~;Se729Dkz8WBuNALOhHUBuqNFJgcHoqAJdmb8s9rvfHYmh0Aeg~;vQJieg~-~-.bps.a.1393148254268065/1393148257601398/ September 2014]</center>
 
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|[[File:Instagram logo 2016.png|alt=Instagram logo|center|frameless|50x50px]]
 
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|<center>'''Instagram&nbsp;'''</center>
 
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|https://www.instagram.com/pikespeakmakerspace/
 
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|<center>[https://www.instagram.com/p/Bam0RIxBQu-/ October 23rd, 2017]</center>
 
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|[[File:Twitter-logo.png|alt=Twitter logo|center|frameless|50x50px]]
 
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|<center>'''Twitter'''</center>
 
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|https://twitter.com/PikesPeakMakers
 
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|<center>April 4, 2015</center>
 
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|<br>[[File:YouTube Logo 2017.png|center|frameless|alt=YouTube logo|75x75px]]<br>
 
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|<center>'''YouTube'''</center>
 
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|https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeIsImKtiNm7D_BxfG4n7zg
 
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|<center>Sep 4, 2014
 
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|<center>'''Service'''</center>
 
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|<center>'''Link'''</center>
 
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|<center>'''Date Joined'''</center>
 
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== PPM Admin Links ==
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==PPM Social Media Links==
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'''Services we use at Pikes Peak Makerspace:'''
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|'''Service'''
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!Description
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!Link
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|'''Date&nbsp;Joined'''
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!&nbsp;&nbsp;Date Joined
 
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|<br><center>'''ANVEO'''</center><br>
 
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|VOIP phone service
 
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|https://www.anveo.com/
 
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|<br><center>'''Catchafire'''</center><br>
 
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|Volunteers, nonprofits, and funders working together to solve urgent problems and lift up communities.
 
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|https://www.catchafire.org/
 
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|<br><center>'''Cheddar Up'''</center><br>
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|'''Linktree'''
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|An app for reimbursement for&nbsp;consumables.
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|'''https://linktr.ee/pikespeakmakerspace'''
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|https://www.cheddarup.com/
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|'''March 2023'''
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|August 2022
 
 
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|<center><br>'''&nbsp;&nbsp;Google&nbsp;Calendar&nbsp;&nbsp;'''<br><br></center>
 
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|Time-management and scheduling calendar service.
 
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|<center><br>'''&nbsp;&nbsp;Google&nbsp;Forms&nbsp;&nbsp;'''<br><br></center>
 
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|An app that allows users to create and edit surveys online while collaborating with other users in real-time.
 
 
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|<center><br>'''&nbsp;&nbsp;Google&nbsp;Maps&nbsp;&nbsp;'''<br><br></center>
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|'''YouTube'''
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|Provides route planning, street images and aerial photography
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|'''https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeIsImKtiNm7D_BxfG4n7zg'''
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|'''[https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1w64QIMzgcL5asnWsHt--_SfCBWMR6G0I&ll=38.87337097871852%2C-104.76426397564956&z=12 Map of stores that provide PPM member discounts]'''
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|'''Sep 4, 2014'''
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|February&nbsp;24,&nbsp;2022
 
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|<center><br>'''&nbsp;&nbsp;Google&nbsp;Maps&nbsp;&nbsp;'''<br><br></center>
 
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|Provides route planning, street images and aerial photography
 
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|'''[https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1RAjYygu317P2n9vz9k_NNo84QnjfAFMZ&ll=38.879565668710356%2C-104.7948964&z=11 Map of helpful local resources curated by our makers]'''
 
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|June 20, 2022
 
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|<center><br>'''Jotform'''<br><br></center>
 
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|Online form builder, online survey tool
 
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|'''https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve'''
 
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|<center>'''<br>MailChimp<br><br>'''</center>
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|'''Linkedin'''
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|Create email marketing campaigns to send to customers
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|'''https://www.linkedin.com/company/pikes-peak-makerspace'''
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|https://mailchimp.com/
 
 
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|Used to schedule classes and collect payments for tickets (via&nbsp;PayPal)
 
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|'''https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/'''
 
 
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|<center><br>'''PayPal'''<br><br></center>
 
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|Donations and reimbursement for&nbsp;consumables, payment for classes on Meetup
 
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|[https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=T4LACP7P6BJ58&source=url '''https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=T4LACP7P6BJ58''']
 
 
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|<center>'''<br>Slack<br><br>'''</center>
 
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|The official communication channel of PPM
 
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|'''https://app.slack.com/client/T9WJLU7TK/C01CST3E0LA'''
 
 
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|<center>'''<br>Stripe<br><br>'''</center>
 
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|Collects the recurring payments set up in Join It
 
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|https://stripe.com/
 
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|Provides eligible organizations with donated and discounted software, hardware, services, and training
 
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|https://www.techsoup.org/
 
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|'''https://trello.com/b/ZUoaoJYJ/ppm-projects'''
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|'''Link /''' '''Description'''
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|'''Date&nbsp;Joined'''
 
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|<center><br>'''WaiverForever'''<br><br></center>
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|[[File:King Soopers logo.png|alt=King Soopers logo|frameless|100x100px]]
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|For small business owners to electronically handle waiver forms
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|'''https://www.kingsoopers.com/account/communityrewards'''
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|https://www.waiverforever.com/
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[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:King_Soopers_Community_Rewards.pdf '''King Soopers Community Rewards.pdf''']
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|<center><br>'''WildApricot'''<br><br></center>
 
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|Cloud software to automate and simplify membership tasks and host the PPM website
 
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|https://www.wildapricot.com/
 
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|<center>'''Description'''</center>
 
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|<center>'''Link'''</center>
 
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|<center>'''Date Joined'''</center>
 
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==='''[[How To Slack]]'''===
 
  
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==='''[[New Member Orientation#Managing your Membership|Managing your Membership]] '''===
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"King Soopers makes donating easy by simply grocery shopping."
  
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== Other Links ==
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'''''Both Members and non-members can support PPM (easily)!'''''
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|[[File:King Soopers logo.png|alt=King Soopers logo|center|frameless|100x100px]]
 
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'''Community Rewards<br><br>'''
 
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|"King Soopers makes donating easy by simply grocery shopping."
 
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[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:King_Soopers_Community_Rewards.pdf '''King Soopers Community Rewards.pdf''']
 
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|<center>02/19/23</center>
 
 
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|[[File:Amazon.png|alt=Amazon logo|frameless|100x100px]]
 
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|<center>'''<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;Amazon&nbsp;PPM Wishlist&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><br>'''</center>
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|'''[https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2GLGQDTSNNZM4/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex Our Amazon Wishlist]'''
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|Support PPM by making a purchase from our wishlist
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'''''Support PPM with a purchase from Amazon.'''''
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'''https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2GLGQDTSNNZM4/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex'''
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|<center>08/22/22</center>
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|'''08/22/22'''
 
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|<br>[[File:Logo ebay.png|center|frameless|50x50px]]<br>
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|[[File:Logo ebay.png|alt=ebay logo|frameless|90x90px]]
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|<center>'''eBay'''</center>
 
 
|'''https://www.ebay.com/usr/pikespeakmakerspace'''
 
|'''https://www.ebay.com/usr/pikespeakmakerspace'''
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|<center>09/22/16</center>
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"ecommerce experiences for buyers, sellers and developers"
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|'''09/22/16'''
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|<br>[[File:Logo Etsy.png|alt=Etsy logo|center|frameless|50x50px]]<br>
 
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|<center>'''Etsy'''</center>
 
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|'''https://www.etsy.com/shop/PikesPeakMakerspace'''
 
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|<center>2020</center>
 
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|<br>[[File:Logo LibraryThing.png|alt=LibraryThing logo|center|frameless|85x85px]]<br>
 
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|<center>'''LibraryThing'''</center>
 
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|'''https://www.librarything.com/catalog/PikesPeakMakerspace'''
 
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|<center>January 2022</center>
 
 
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|<center>'''Link'''</center>
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==PPM Executive Director==
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|'''[[3D Printing -- Resin|3D Printing -- SLA]]'''
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|[[File:Mat.jpg|alt=photo of Cap'n Mat|center|frameless|155x155px]]
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|'''Chris MacNicol'''
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|'''Mathew Palfenier'''
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|#3d-printing
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|Executive Director<br>of Business Administration
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|'''[[3D Printing|3D Printing -- FDM]]'''
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|'''Josh Rafail'''
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|#3d-printing
 
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|'''[[Arduino]]'''
 
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|''Volunteers needed&nbsp;&nbsp;''
 
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|#computing
 
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|'''Rodney Roy'''<br>''Additional volunteers needed''
 
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|#cnc-machine
 
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|#computing
 
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|'''[[Electronics]]'''
 
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|'''Steve Leininger'''
 
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|'''[[Laser#Area Captains|Laser (Epilog Zing)]]'''
 
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|'''Jonathan Wommack'''
 
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|#laser-cutter
 
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|[[Laser#Area Captains|'''Laser (BOSSLASER)''']]
 
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|'''Mathew Palfenier'''<br>''Additional volunteers needed''
 
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|#laser-cutter
 
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|'''[[Metal Shop]]'''
 
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|'''Josh Harlow'''
 
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|#metal-shop
 
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|'''[[Powder Coating Area|Powder Coating]]'''
 
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|'''Quinn Hackenberg'''
 
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|#metal-shop
 
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|'''[[Large Format Printing|Printing Suite]]'''
 
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|'''Mathew Palfenier'''<br>''Additional volunteers needed''
 
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|#printer-suite
 
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|'''[[Raspberry Pi]]'''
 
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|''Volunteers needed''
 
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|#computing
 
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|'''[[Sewing]]'''
 
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|''Volunteers needed''
 
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|'''[[Vinyl Cutting|Vinyl Cutter]]'''
 
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|''Volunteers needed''
 
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|#vinyl-cutter
 
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|'''[[Welding Area]]'''
 
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|''Volunteers needed''
 
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|#metal-shop
 
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|'''[[Wood Shop]]'''
 
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|'''John Hoover'''
 
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|#wood-shop
 
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==PPM Directors and Coordinators==
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|'''<br>Lisa MacNicol<br><br>'''
 
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|Executive Director<br>of Business Administration
 
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|August 2022<br>to&nbsp;present
 
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|[[File:Mat.jpg|alt=Cap'n Mat|center|frameless|155x155px]]
 
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|'''<br>Mathew Palfenier<br><br>'''
 
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|Executive Director<br>of Operations
 
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|May 2023<br>to &nbsp;present
 
 
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'''Our Directors and Coordinators can be contacted via Slack.'''<br>
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:'''Our Directors and Coordinators can be contacted via Slack.'''<br>
  
 
==PPM Board of Directors==
 
==PPM Board of Directors==
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|'''Title'''
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|'''Date'''
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!'''Date'''
 
 
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|[[File:Josh Harlow.png|alt=Josh Harlow headshot|center|frameless|125x125px]]
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|[[File:Josh Harlow.png|alt=photo of Josh Harlow|center|frameless|125x125px]]
 
|'''Joshua&nbsp;Harlow'''
 
|'''Joshua&nbsp;Harlow'''
 
|BOD President
 
|BOD President
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|Newly elected,
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|Elected<br>
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June 27,  
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June 27,&nbsp;2023
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2023
 
 
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|-
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|[[File:Chris Stevens.jpg|alt=Chris Stevens headshot|frameless|center|125x125px]]
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|[[File:Chris Stevens.jpg|alt=photo of Chris Stevens|frameless|center|125x125px]]
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|'''Christopher Stevens'''
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|'''Christopher&nbsp;Stevens'''
 
|BOD&nbsp;Secretary
 
|BOD&nbsp;Secretary
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|Newly elected,
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|Elected<br>
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June 27,  
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June 27,&nbsp;2023
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2023
 
 
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|-
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|[[File:Art Hunt.jpg|alt=Art Hunt headshot|center|frameless|125x125px]]
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|[[File:Art Hunt.jpg|alt=photo of Art Hunt|center|frameless|125x125px]]
 
|'''<br>Art Hunt<br><br>'''
 
|'''<br>Art Hunt<br><br>'''
 
|BOD&nbsp;Treasurer
 
|BOD&nbsp;Treasurer
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|Elected,
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|Elected  
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November 2022
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November&nbsp;2022
 
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|[[File:Eman.jpg|alt=Eman Spencer headshot|center|frameless|130x130px]]
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|[[File:Quinn.jpg|alt=photo of Quinn Hackenberg|center|frameless|130x130px]]
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|'''Emmanuel (Eman) Spencer'''
 
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|Elected 
 
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November 1, 2022
 
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|[[File:Quinn.jpg|alt=Quinn Hackenberg headshot|center|frameless|130x130px]]
 
 
|'''Quinn Hackenberg'''
 
|'''Quinn Hackenberg'''
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|Elected
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|Elected
 
November 1, 2022
 
November 1, 2022
 
|-
 
|-
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|[[File:Marvin Harrell.png|alt=Marvin Harrell headshot|center|frameless|125x125px]]
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|'''Marvin Harrell'''
 
|'''Marvin Harrell'''
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|Elected
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|Elected
 
November 1, 2022
 
November 1, 2022
 
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|[[File:Steve Leininger.jpg|alt=Steve Leininger headshot|center|frameless|125x125px]]
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|'''Steve Leininger'''
 
|'''Steve Leininger'''
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|Elected
 
November 1, 2022
 
November 1, 2022
 
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|[[File:Theresa Rigney.jpg|alt=Theresa Rigney headshot|center|frameless|125x125px]]
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|'''Theresa Rigney'''
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|Elected
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November 1, 2022
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|[[File:Joey B.jpg|alt=photo of Joey B|center|frameless|125x125px]]
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|'''Joey Buchschacher'''
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|Elected<br>
 +
November 17, 2023
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|-
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|[[File:Drew Johnson.jpg|alt=photo of Drew Johnson|center|frameless|125x125px]]
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|'''Drew Johnson'''
 +
|Elected<br>
 +
November 17, 2023
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|-
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|[[File:Gabriela.jpg|alt=photo of Gabriela Lisboa|center|frameless|125x125px]]
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|'''Gabriela Lisboa'''
 +
|Elected<br>
 +
November 17, 2023
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'''Our Board of Directors can be contacted via Slack.'''
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:'''Our Board of Directors can be contacted,'''
 +
:'''both individually and as a group, via Slack.'''
 +
 
 +
==PPM Board Minutes==
 +
:'''[https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1zofkbkbgLzXmfedy80ZBDvod4o2xTQYY Meeting Minutes 2018 through 2024]''' — on Google Drive
 +
 
 +
==PPM Bylaws==
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:'''[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1G_iLQnMsBdYkGXEJWU2baAeDZ3BKTq9Sabk4jQn8sWI/view Bylaws of PIKES PEAK MAKERSPACE]''' — on Google Drive<br>
  
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== PPM Board Minutes and Bylaws==
 
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:'''[https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1zofkbkbgLzXmfedy80ZBDvod4o2xTQYY Meeting Minutes 2018 through 2023]'''
 
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:'''[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KdjW-DPivIe-ORPvdyL4gARHdIzujn9A/view Bylaws of PIKES PEAK MAKERSPACE]'''<br>
 
  
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==Previous PPM Leaders==
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==Previous PPM Executive Directors==
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|'''Picture'''
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!Member
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|'''Member'''
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!Contact
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|'''Title'''
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!'''Title'''
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|-
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|[[File:Lisa MacNicol2.jpg|alt=photo of Lisa MacNicol|125x125px|frameless|center]]
 +
|'''<br>Lisa MacNicol<br><br>'''
 +
| Deputy Director (August 2022 - June 2023)
 +
Executive Director (June 2023 - November 2023)
 
|-
 
|-
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|[[File:Drew Johnson.jpg|center|frameless|125x125px]]
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|[[File:Drew Johnson.jpg|alt=photo of Drew Johnson|center|frameless|125x125px]]
 
|'''<br>Drew Johnson<br><br>'''
 
|'''<br>Drew Johnson<br><br>'''
−
|[https://techwears.com '''TechWears Ltd''']
 
 
|Executive Director
 
|Executive Director
−
July 2020 - May 2023
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(July 2020 - May 2023)
 
|-
 
|-
 
|
 
|
−
|'''Heather Bresnahan'''
+
|'''<br>Heather Bresnahan<br><br>'''
 +
|Executive Director
 +
|-
 
|
 
|
 +
|'''<br>John Norton<br><br>'''
 
|Executive Director
 
|Executive Director
 
|-
 
|-
 
|
 
|
−
|'''John Norton'''
+
|'''<br>Anthony Abraham<br><br>'''
−
|
 
 
|Executive Director
 
|Executive Director
 
|-
 
|-
 
|
 
|
−
|'''Anthony Abraham'''
+
|'''<br>Landon Descamps<br><br>'''
−
|
 
 
|Executive Director
 
|Executive Director
 
|-
 
|-
 +
|[[File:Chris Vestal at the MAC.jpg|alt=photo of Chris Vestal at the MAC|center|frameless|145x145px]]
 +
|'''<br>Chris Vestal<br><br>'''
 +
|PPM Founder
 +
|-
 +
|
 
|
 
|
−
|'''Landon Descamps'''
 
 
|
 
|
−
|Executive Director
 
−
|-
 
−
|[[File:Chris Vestal at the MAC.jpg|alt=Chris Vestal at the MAC|center|frameless|145x145px]]
 
−
|'''<br>Chris Vestal&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><br>'''
 
−
|'''[https://www.instagram.com/motominded/ MotoMinded LLC]'''
 
−
(Instagram)
 
−
|PPM Founder&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
 
|}
 
|}
 +
 
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<br>
 +
==Related Pages==
 +
Links to related PPM Wiki pages:
 +
:[[Infrastructure at PPM|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Infrastructure at PPM'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
 +
:[[Classroom and Meeting Area|<span style="color:#000000; background:#FDD1AC">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Classroom and Meeting Area'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
 +
 +
:'''[[QR Codes]]'''
 +
:'''[[Colorado Springs]]'''
 +
==For Additional Help==
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Revision as of 21:19, 16 June 2024

Things to know about Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM):

  • We are a membership composed of Builders, Tinkerers, Engineers, Artists, Entrepreneurs, Designers, and Educators all mashed up and revolutionizing creativity in the Pikes Peak Region.
  • We provide a facility with space and equipment for people to create physical items for fun and for education. PPM also is a place to gather interested people for all manner of classes and instruction.
  • We are tapped into and support the Colorado Springs startup community.
  • We are physically located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA.
  • We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, EIN (Tax ID Number): 81-0876257


Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any info that is outdated.

 


Welcome banner

Maker Definition

A maker is someone who defines themselves by their ability to turn ideas into reality through creativity, innovation, and hands-on skills. Makers are typically driven by a desire to create and solve problems, using tools, materials, and technology to bring their visions to life. They often have a passion for a particular field or hobby, such as woodworking, electronics, or crafting, and may be self-taught or have formal training in their area of expertise. Makers take pride in their ability to think outside the box and find unique solutions to challenges, often experimenting with new techniques and materials to achieve their goals. They may collaborate with other makers, sharing ideas and knowledge to create something greater than what they could achieve alone. Overall, being a maker is more than just a hobby or profession - it is a mindset and a way of life that values creativity, ingenuity, and hands-on problem-solving.

Mission Statement

Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is a community of cooperative hobbyists and early-stage entrepreneurs that empowers members to turn ideas into reality. We strive to provide access to tools and resources to confidently and safely design, develop and make.

Vision Statement

We exist to catalyze positive change, drive economic growth and social progress by empowering individuals to unleash their full potential.
We imagine a future where Pikes Peak Makerspace is the go-to destination for makers* in the Pikes Peak Region seeking access to resources and knowledge, enabling them to turn their concepts into reality.
Through our commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative community, we will continue to expand our assets and capabilities to meet the evolving needs of the members.

official PPM logo

PPM Logo Usage

Gears are a common element of many other Makerspace logos, and for us it is also a subtle hat tip to the Pikes Peak Cog Railway.

Always try to follow these simple guidelines to use our logo consistently and effectively:

Animation

  • Do not animate as a gear or wheel
  • Bouncing animation as computer screen saver probably OK

Background

  • Our logo should appear on a plain background
  • Can appear on a colored background (such as a color from a PPM Tool Area)
  • Need clear space around our logo to avoid confusion
  • May use logo within QR Code

Color

  • Reproduce in black or "rich black"
  • Can be white (reversed)

Design

  • Do not alter our logo (number of "teeth", wording, font, or any design element).
  • Maintain proportion (do not scale or skew)
  • Do not attach the logo to other artwork or other wording

Maintenance:

  • Replace damaged logos (especially signage)

Reproduction at PPM:

  • Our logo can be reproduced at PPM to demonstrate our equipment/capabilities; for example: 3D Printers, CNC Router Table, Vinyl Cutter, Large Format Printer, Sublimation Printer, and other equipment.


Our organization's name can be shortened to PPM, but not PPMS. (We use "Makerspace" as one word — not two.)

AI generated content

AI generated content on this Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) Wiki will be labeled as such, to the extent possible.

Additionally, we are anticipating that AI “chat” interfaces for searching will become increasingly common, so we will be continually improving content here to stay current and remain useful to our members and the general public.

Our social media sites and communication materials may have individual procedures and goals at this time.

PPM Contact Info

Link Date
This Wiki https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org November 2021
website https://pikespeakmakerspace.org
contact form https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/Contact
donation form https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/support-us
phone 719-445-MAKE (6253)

Please leave a detailed message,

which will be translated to email.

physical location

735 East Pikes Peak Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80903

2016

Managing your Membership

How To Slack



PPM Social Media Links

Service Link Date Joined
Linktree https://linktr.ee/pikespeakmakerspace March 2023
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeIsImKtiNm7D_BxfG4n7zg Sep 4, 2014
Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/company/pikes-peak-makerspace

Other Links

Logo Link / Description Date Joined
King Soopers logo https://www.kingsoopers.com/account/communityrewards

King Soopers Community Rewards.pdf

"King Soopers makes donating easy by simply grocery shopping."

Both Members and non-members can support PPM (easily)!

02/19/23
Amazon logo Our Amazon Wishlist

Support PPM with a purchase from Amazon.

08/22/22
ebay logo https://www.ebay.com/usr/pikespeakmakerspace

"ecommerce experiences for buyers, sellers and developers"

09/22/16


PPM Executive Director

Picture Member Title Date
photo of Cap'n Mat
 Mathew Palfenier Executive Director
of Business Administration


Interim Director
of Shop Operations

November 2023

to present


May 2023
to Oct 2023

Our Directors and Coordinators can be contacted via Slack.

PPM Board of Directors

Picture Member Title Date
photo of Josh Harlow
 Joshua Harlow BOD President Elected

June 27, 2023

photo of Chris Stevens
 Christopher Stevens BOD Secretary Elected

June 27, 2023

photo of Art Hunt
Art Hunt

 		BOD Treasurer Elected

November 2022

photo of Quinn Hackenberg
 Quinn Hackenberg Elected

November 1, 2022

photo of Marvin Harrell
 Marvin Harrell Elected

November 1, 2022

photo of Steve Leininger
 Steve Leininger Elected

November 1, 2022

photo of Joey B
 Joey Buchschacher Elected

November 17, 2023

photo of Drew Johnson
 Drew Johnson Elected

November 17, 2023

photo of Gabriela Lisboa
 Gabriela Lisboa Elected

November 17, 2023

Our Board of Directors can be contacted,
both individually and as a group, via Slack.

PPM Board Minutes

Meeting Minutes 2018 through 2024 — on Google Drive

PPM Bylaws

Bylaws of PIKES PEAK MAKERSPACE — on Google Drive


Previous PPM Executive Directors

Picture Member Title
photo of Lisa MacNicol
Lisa MacNicol

 		Deputy Director (August 2022 - June 2023)

Executive Director (June 2023 - November 2023)

photo of Drew Johnson
Drew Johnson

 		Executive Director

(July 2020 - May 2023)


Heather Bresnahan

 		Executive Director

John Norton

 		Executive Director

Anthony Abraham

 		Executive Director

Landon Descamps

 		Executive Director
photo of Chris Vestal at the MAC
Chris Vestal

 		PPM Founder


Related Pages

Links to related PPM Wiki pages:

  Infrastructure at PPM  
  Classroom and Meeting Area  
QR Codes
Colorado Springs

For Additional Help

PPM Tool Color Map — Interactive

Search the PPM Wiki — include Content pages as well as Multimedia.

Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any info that is outdated.

Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative processes by providing shared space, shared tools, materials, software and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into reality.

 

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