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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.
'''Things to know about Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM):'''
<br>
* We are a membership composed of Builders, Tinkerers, Engineers, Artists, Entrepreneurs, Designers, and Educators all mashed up and revolutionizing creativity in the Pikes&nbsp;Peak&nbsp;Region.
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[[File:Burst.png|alt=Welcome banner|right|frameless|Burst welcome page|250x250px]]


==About Pikes Peak Makerspace ==
* We provide a facility with shared space and shared equipment for people to create for fun and for education.
'''Official Logo:'''


[[File:1_to_1_logo.png|alt=|frameless|200x200px]]
* PPM is also a place to gather interested people for classes and&nbsp;instruction.


&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.
* We are tapped into and support the Colorado Springs startup&nbsp;community.


&bull; We are tapped into and support the Colorado Springs startup community.
* We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, EIN&nbsp;(Tax&nbsp;ID Number): 81<span></span>-0876257


&bull; Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.  
* Our  physical address is: '''735 East Pikes Peak Ave., Colorado Springs, CO 80903'''


&bull; We are physically located in '''[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Colorado_Springs Colorado Springs]''', Colorado, USA.  
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==Maker Definition==
* '''''A maker is someone who defines themselves by their ability to turn ideas into reality through creativity, innovation, and hands-on skills.'''''


===Mission Statement===
: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 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.
:'''Pikes Peak Makerspace is a community of cooperative hobbyists and early-stage entrepreneurs''' that empowers members to turn ideas into&nbsp;reality. We strive to provide access to tools and resources to confidently and safely design, develop and make.


:Our goal is simple: Walk in with an idea, walk out with it in your hand.
==PPM Mission Statement==
 
: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.
===Vision Statement===
:'''We exist to catalyze positive change, drive economic growth and social progress''' by empowering individuals to unleash their full&nbsp;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&nbsp;reality.


==PPM Vision Statement==
: We exist to catalyze positive change, drive economic growth and social progress by empowering individuals to unleash their full&nbsp;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&nbsp;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&nbsp;members.
: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.


=== Maker Definition===
==Official PPM Name==
:'''<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>


==Contact Info==
* '''''Our organization's name can be shortened to PPM, but not PPMS.'''''
{| class="wikitable"
* '''''We&nbsp;use "Makerspace" as one&nbsp;word — not&nbsp;two.'''''
!
!Link
!&nbsp;&nbsp;Date&nbsp;&nbsp;
|-
|<center>'''[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org This Wiki]'''</center>
|https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org
|<center>November 2021</center>
|-
|<center>'''[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org website]'''</center>
|https://pikespeakmakerspace.org
|
|-
|<center>'''email'''</center>
|https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/Contact
|
|-
|<center>'''phone'''</center>
|719-445-MAKE(6253)
|
|-
|<center>'''physical<br>location'''</center>
|
735 East Pikes Peak Avenue<br>Colorado Springs, CO 80903
|<center>2016</center>
|-
!
!
!
|}


==Official PPM Logo==


==PPM Social Media Links==
* '''''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.'''''
{| class="wikitable"
!Logo
!Service
!Link
!Date Joined
|-
|[[File:Linktree logo.png|alt=Linktree logo|center|frameless|50x50px]]
|<center>'''Linktree'''</center>
|'''https://linktr.ee/pikespeakmakerspace'''
|<center>March 2023</center>
|-
|
|
|
|
|-
|<br>[[File:YouTube Logo 2017.png|center|frameless|alt=YouTube logo|75x75px]]<br>
|<center>'''YouTube'''</center>
|'''https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeIsImKtiNm7D_BxfG4n7zg'''
|<center>Sep 4, 2014
</center>
|-
!
!
!
!
|}


[[File:1_to_1_logo.png|alt=official PPM logo|frameless|200x200px]]


==='''[[How To Slack]]'''===
==PPM Logo Usage==


==='''[[New Member Orientation#Managing your Membership|Managing your Membership]]'''===
* '''''Follow these simple guidelines, and always use our logo consistently:'''''


==Other Links==
'''Animation'''
{| class="wikitable"
* Do not animate as a gear or wheel
!Logo
* Bouncing animation as computer screen saver probably OK
!Description/<br>Link
!Date Joined
|-
|[[File:King Soopers logo.png|alt=King Soopers logo|center|frameless|100x100px]]
|"King Soopers makes donating easy by simply grocery shopping."
[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:King_Soopers_Community_Rewards.pdf '''King Soopers Community Rewards.pdf''']
|<center>02/19/23</center>
|-
|[[File:Amazon.png|alt=Amazon logo|frameless|100x100px]]
|Support PPM by making a purchase from our Amazon Wishlist
'''https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2GLGQDTSNNZM4/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex'''
|<center>08/22/22</center>
|-
|<br>[[File:Logo ebay.png|center|frameless|50x50px]]<br>
|"ecommerce experiences for buyers, sellers and developers"
'''https://www.ebay.com/usr/pikespeakmakerspace'''
|<center>09/22/16</center>
|-
!
!
!
|}


<br>
'''Background'''
* Our logo should appear on a plain background
* Can appear on a colored background (such as a color from a PPM Tool&nbsp;Area)
* Need clear space around our logo to avoid confusion


==PPM Area Contacts==
'''Color'''
{| class="wikitable"
* Reproduce in black or "rich&nbsp;black"
|+
* Can be white (reversed)
!'''Area'''
!Area Contact
!Slack Channel
|-
|'''[[3D Printing|3D Printing — Filament]]'''
|'''Josh Rafail,'''
'''Mathew Palfenier'''<br>''Additional volunteers needed''
|#3d-printing
|-
|'''[[3D Printing -- Resin|3D Printing — Resin]]'''
|'''Chris MacNicol'''
|#3d-printing
|-
|'''[[3D Scanning]]'''
|''Volunteers needed&nbsp;&nbsp;''
|#3d-printing
|-
|'''[[Arduino]]'''
|''Volunteers needed&nbsp;&nbsp;''
|#computing
|-
|'''[[CNC]]'''
|'''Rodney Roy'''<br>''Additional volunteers needed''
|#cnc-machine
|-
|'''[[Computers]]'''
|''Volunteers needed''
|#computing
|-
|'''[[Electronics]]'''
|'''Steve Leininger'''
|#electronics
|-
|'''[[Laser#Area Captains|Laser (Epilog Zing)]]'''
|'''Jonathan Wommack'''
|#laser-cutter
|-
|[[Laser#Area Captains|'''Laser (BOSSLASER)''']]
|'''Mathew Palfenier'''<br>''Additional volunteers needed''
|#laser-cutter
|-
|'''[[Metal Shop]]'''
|'''Josh Harlow'''
|#metal-shop
|-
|'''[[Powder Coating Area|Powder Coating]]'''
|'''Quinn Hackenberg'''
|#metal-shop
|-
|'''[[Large Format Printing|Printing Suite]]'''
|'''Mathew Palfenier'''<br>''Additional volunteers needed''
|#printer-suite
|-
|'''[[Raspberry Pi]]'''
|''Volunteers needed''
|#computing
|-
|'''[[Sewing]]'''
|''Volunteers needed''
|#general
|-
|'''[[Vinyl Cutting|Vinyl Cutter]]'''
|''Volunteers needed''
|#vinyl-cutter
|-
|'''[[Welding Area]]'''
|''Volunteers needed''
|#metal-shop
|-
|'''[[Wood Shop]]'''
|''Volunteers needed''
|#wood-shop
|-
!'''Area'''
!'''Area Contact'''
!'''Slack Channel'''
|}


== PPM Executive Directors ==
'''Design'''
{| class="wikitable"
* Do not alter our logo (number of "teeth", wording, font, or any design&nbsp;element)
|+
* Maintain proportion (do not scale in one direction only, do not skew at all)
!Picture
* Do not attach the logo to other artwork or other&nbsp;wording
!Member
!'''Title'''
!&nbsp;&nbsp;Date&nbsp;&nbsp;
|-
|[[File:Mat.jpg|alt=Cap'n Mat|center|frameless|155x155px]]
|'''Mathew''' '''Palfenier'''


|&nbsp;Executive Director<br>of Business Administration
'''Maintenance:'''
* Replace damaged logos (especially&nbsp;signage)


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


Interim&nbsp;Director<br>of Shop Operations
== AI Generated Content==
|<center>November 2023
AI generated content on this Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) Wiki will be labeled as such, to&nbsp;the extent possible.
to present


Additionally, we recognize that AI “chat” interfaces are becoming common, therefore we are continually improving our content to remain useful to both members and non&#8209;members.


May 2023<br>to Oct 2023
Our social media sites and communication materials have individual procedures at&nbsp;this&nbsp;time.
</center>
|-
!
!
!
!
|}
'''Our Directors and Coordinators can be contacted via Slack.'''<br>


== PPM Board of Directors ==
==Additional Help==
{| class="wikitable"
'''[[Early Supporters of PPM]]'''
|+
{| class="wikitable"
!'''Picture'''
!'''Member'''
!'''Title'''
!'''Date'''
|-
|[[File:Josh Harlow.png|alt=Josh Harlow headshot|center|frameless|125x125px]]
|'''Joshua&nbsp;Harlow'''
|BOD President
|<center>Newly elected,
June 27,&nbsp;2023</center>
|-
|[[File:Chris Stevens.jpg|alt=Chris Stevens headshot|frameless|center|125x125px]]
|'''Christopher&nbsp;Stevens'''
|BOD&nbsp;Secretary
|<center>Newly elected,
June 27,&nbsp;2023</center>
|-
|[[File:Art Hunt.jpg|alt=Art Hunt headshot|center|frameless|125x125px]]
|'''<br>Art Hunt<br><br>'''
|BOD&nbsp;Treasurer
|<center>Elected 
November&nbsp;2022</center>
|}


|-
|[[File:Eman.jpg|alt=Eman Spencer headshot|center|frameless|130x130px]]
|'''Emmanuel (Eman) Spencer'''
|<center>Elected 
November 1, 2022</center>
|-
|[[File:Quinn.jpg|alt=Quinn Hackenberg headshot|center|frameless|130x130px]]
|'''Quinn Hackenberg'''
|<center>Elected 
November 1, 2022</center>
|-
|[[File:Marvin Harrell.png|alt=Marvin Harrell headshot|center|frameless|125x125px]]
|'''Marvin Harrell'''
|<center>Elected 
November 1, 2022</center>
|-
|[[File:Steve Leininger.jpg|alt=Steve Leininger headshot|center|frameless|125x125px]]
|'''Steve Leininger'''
|<center>Elected 
November 1, 2022</center>
|-
|
|
|
|-
|
|'''Joey Buchschacher'''
|<center>Elected 
November 17, 2023</center>
|-
|[[File:Drew Johnson.jpg|center|frameless|125x125px]]
|'''Drew Johnson'''
|<center>Elected 
November 17, 2023</center>
|-
|
|'''Gabriela Lisboa'''
|<center>Elected 
November 17, 2023</center>
|-
!
!
!
|}
'''Our Board of Directors can be contacted,'''
'''both individually and as a group, via Slack.'''
==PPM Board Minutes and Bylaws==
:'''[https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1zofkbkbgLzXmfedy80ZBDvod4o2xTQYY Meeting Minutes 2018 through 2023]'''
:'''[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KdjW-DPivIe-ORPvdyL4gARHdIzujn9A/view Bylaws of PIKES PEAK MAKERSPACE]'''<br>
==Previous PPM Leaders==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Picture
!Member
!Contact
!'''Title'''
|-
|[[File:Drew Johnson.jpg|center|frameless|125x125px]]
|'''<br>Drew Johnson<br><br>'''
|[https://techwears.com '''TechWears Ltd''']
|Executive Director
July 2020 - May 2023
|-
|
|'''<br>Heather Bresnahan<br><br>'''
|
|Executive Director
|-
|
|'''<br>John Norton<br><br>'''
|
|Executive Director
|-
|
|'''<br>Anthony Abraham<br><br>'''
|
|Executive Director
|-
|
|'''<br>Landon Descamps<br><br>'''
|
|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;
|-
!
!
!
!
|}
<br>
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[[Category:Volunteers Needed]]
<!--Metalshop Woodshop-->

Latest revision as of 16:38, 22 September 2026

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 shared space and shared equipment for people to create for fun and for education.
  • PPM is also a place to gather interested people for classes and instruction.
  • We are tapped into and support the Colorado Springs startup community.
  • We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, EIN (Tax ID Number): 81-0876257
  • Our physical address is: 735 East Pikes Peak Ave., Colorado Springs, CO 80903

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


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 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.

PPM 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.

PPM 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 Name

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

  • 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.

official PPM logo

PPM Logo Usage

  • Follow these simple guidelines, and always use our logo consistently:

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

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 in one direction only, do not skew at all)
  • 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.

AI Generated Content

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

Additionally, we recognize that AI “chat” interfaces are becoming common, therefore we are continually improving our content to remain useful to both members and non‑members.

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

Additional Help

Early Supporters of PPM


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 outdated information.

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