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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, materials and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into a reality.
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'''Things to know about PPM - Pikes Peak Makerspace:'''
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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.
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:☐ PPM is also 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<span></span>-0876257
 
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<p style="padding:0.2em 0.4em; background:#ff6c00; color:#FFFFFF; font-size:15%;"> &nbsp; </p>
 
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[[File:Building_sign_2.jpg|alt=Building sign 2|233x233px|thumb|'''Volunteers painting our logo on the building.<br>(May 2018)''']]
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[[File:Burst.png|alt=Welcome banner|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/About_PPM|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.'''
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: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.
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==PPM 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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==PPM 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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'''''Follow these simple guidelines, and always use our logo consistently:'''''
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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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'''Contact Info'''
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'''Color'''
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* Reproduce in black or "rich&nbsp;black"
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* Can be white (reversed)
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'''Design'''
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* Do not alter our logo (number of "teeth", wording, font, or any design&nbsp;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&nbsp;wording
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'''Maintenance:'''
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* Replace damaged logos (especially&nbsp;signage)
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'''Reproduction at PPM:'''
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* Our logo can be reproduced at PPM to demonstrate our equipment/capabilities; for&nbsp;example:
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3D Printers, CNC Router Table, Vinyl Cutter, Large Format Printer, Sublimation Printer, and other&nbsp;equipment.
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'''''Our organization's name can be shortened to PPM, but not PPMS. (We&nbsp;use "Makerspace" as one&nbsp;word — not&nbsp;two.)'''''
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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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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 both members and non-members.
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Our social media sites and communication materials may have individual procedures and goals at this time.
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==PPM Contact Information==
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|'''This Wiki'''
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|<center>'''[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org (This) Wiki]'''</center>
 
 
|https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org
 
|https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org
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|November 2021
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|'''November 2021'''
 
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|'''website'''
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|<center>'''[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org website]'''</center>
 
 
|https://pikespeakmakerspace.org
 
|https://pikespeakmakerspace.org
 
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|'''contact form'''
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|https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/Contact
 
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|<center>'''email'''</center>
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|[[m@pikespeakmakerspace.org]]
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|'''donation form'''
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|https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/support-us
 
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|<center>'''phone'''</center>
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|'''phone'''
 
|719-445-MAKE (6253)
 
|719-445-MAKE (6253)
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''Please leave a detailed message,''
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''which will be translated to email.''
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735 East Pikes Peak Avenue<br>Colorado Springs, CO 80903
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|'''2016'''
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===[[New Member Orientation#Managing your Membership|Managing your Membership]]===
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===[[How To Slack]]===
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{{Member Code of Conduct}}
 
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==About Pikes Peak Makerspace==
 
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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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&bull; We are tapped into and support the Colorado Springs startup community
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==PPM Social Media Links==
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&bull; Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
 
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&bull; Pikes Peak Makerspace participates in the '''AmazonSmile program'''. Sign up at https://smile.amazon.com/ch/81-0876257 , and Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of eligible purchases to PPM, at no cost to you.
 
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File:PPM-rates-2022-halfsheet.pdf|alt=PPM-rates-2022|<center>'''2022 PPM Membership'''</center>
 
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File:ARTS CRAFTS CRAWL at PPM.jpg|alt=ARTS CRAFTS CRAWL at PPM|<center>'''ARTS CRAFTS CRAWL<br>(October 2021)'''</center>
 
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File:Building sign 5.jpg|alt=Finished sign|<center>'''Finished sign<br>(May 2018)'''</center>
 
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File:Building sign 4.jpg|alt=Volunteers cleaning up|<center>'''Volunteers cleaning up'''</center>
 
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File:Building sign 3.jpg|alt=Building sign|<center>'''Sign nearly finished'''</center>
 
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File:Building sign 2.jpg|alt=Sign nearly finished|<center>'''Sign in progress'''</center>
 
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File:Building sign 1.jpg|alt=Our building|<center>'''The building<br>735 E. Pikes Peak Ave.'''</center>
 
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File:Building DON'S CYCLES.jpg|alt=DON'S CYCLES|<center>'''DON'S CYCLES<br>(July 1990)'''</center>
 
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==PPM Admin Links==
 
 
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|'''Linktree'''
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|<center><br>'''JoinIt'''<br><br></center>
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|'''https://linktr.ee/pikespeakmakerspace'''
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|https://www.joinit.org/o/pikes-peak-makerspace
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|'''March 2023'''
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|<center><br>'''PayPal'''<br><br></center>
 
 
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|'''Etsy'''
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|<center>'''Meetup'''</center>
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|'''https://www.etsy.com/ie/shop/PikesPeakMakerspace'''
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|https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/
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|'''2022'''
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|'''Linkedin'''
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|'''https://www.linkedin.com/company/pikes-peak-makerspace'''
 
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|<br>[[File:Logo slack.png|alt=Logo slack|center|frameless|66x66px]]<br>
 
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|<center>'''Slack'''</center>
 
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|https://app.slack.com/client/T9WJLU7TK/C01CST3E0LA
 
 
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|<br>[[File:Logo Trello.png|alt=Logo Trello|center|frameless|66x66px]]<br>
 
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|<center>'''Trello'''</center>
 
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|https://trello.com/b/ZUoaoJYJ/ppm-projects
 
 
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==Other Links==
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|'''Logo'''
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|'''Link /''' '''Description'''
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|'''Date&nbsp;Joined'''
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|[[File:King Soopers logo.png|alt=King Soopers logo|frameless|100x100px]]
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|'''https://www.kingsoopers.com/account/communityrewards'''
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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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==Social Media Links==
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"King Soopers makes donating easy by simply grocery shopping."
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''Both Members and non-members can support PPM (easily)!''
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!Link
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[https://www.kingsoopers.com/stores/grocery/co/colorado-springs '''Kingsoopers has 11 grocery stores in Colorado Springs''']
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!Date Joined
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|'''02/19/23'''
 
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|[[File:2021 Facebook icon.png|center|frameless|alt=|50x50px]]
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|[[File:Amazon.png|alt=Amazon logo|frameless|100x100px]]
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|<center>'''Facebook'''</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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|https://www.facebook.com/ppmakerspace
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''Support PPM with a purchase from Amazon.''
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|September 2014
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|'''08/22/22'''
 
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|[[File:Instagram logo 2016.png|alt=Instagram logo 2016|center|frameless|50x50px]]
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|https://www.instagram.com/pikespeakmakerspace/
 
 
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|[[File:Twitter-logo.png|alt=Twitter-logo|center|frameless|50x50px]]
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|[[File:Logo ebay.png|alt=ebay logo|frameless|90x90px]]
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|<center>'''Twitter'''</center>
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|'''https://www.ebay.com/usr/pikespeakmakerspace'''
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|https://twitter.com/PikesPeakMakers
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''"ecommerce experiences for buyers, sellers and developers"''
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|<center>April 2015</center>
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|'''09/22/16'''
 
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|<br>[[File:YouTube Logo 2017.png|center|frameless|alt=|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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:'''[https://downforeveryoneorjustme.com/ Check if a website or app is down for everyone or just you.]'''
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==Other Links==
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==PPM Governance ==
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===Who is on the Board of Directors?===
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|'''Member'''
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|<br>[[File:Logo ebay.png|center|frameless|50x50px]]<br>
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|<center>'''eBay'''</center>
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|'''Joshua&nbsp;Harlow'''
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|https://www.ebay.com/usr/pikespeakmakerspace
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|'''BOD<br>President'''
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|<center>09/22/16</center>
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|Elected<br>
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June 27,&nbsp;2023
 
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|[[File:Chris Stevens.jpg|alt=photo of Chris Stevens|frameless|center|125x125px]]
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|<center>'''Etsy'''</center>
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|'''Christopher&nbsp;Stevens&nbsp;&nbsp;'''
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|https://www.etsy.com/shop/PikesPeakMakerspace
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|'''BOD<br>Secretary'''
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|<center>2020</center>
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|Elected<br>
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June 27,&nbsp;2023
 
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|[[File:Art Hunt.jpg|alt=photo of Art Hunt|center|frameless|125x125px]]
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|<center>'''GitHub'''</center>
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|'''<br>Art Hunt<br><br>'''
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|https://github.com/rjanke/PikesPeakMakerspace
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|'''BOD<br>Treasurer'''
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November&nbsp;2022
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|<br>[[File:Logo LibraryThing.png|alt=Logo LibraryThing|center|frameless|85x85px]]<br>
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|<center>'''LibraryThing'''</center>
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|'''Quinn Hackenberg'''
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|https://www.librarything.com/catalog/PikesPeakMakerspace
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|<center>January 2022</center>
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November 1, 2022
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|[[File:Logo Thingiverse.png|alt=Logo Thingiverse|center|frameless|50x50px]]
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|[[File:Marvin Harrell.png|alt=photo of Marvin Harrell|center|frameless|125x125px]]
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|<center>'''Thingiverse&nbsp;'''</center>
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|'''Marvin Harrell'''
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November 1, 2022
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|[[File:Steve Leininger.jpg|alt=photo of Steve Leininger|center|frameless|125x125px]]
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|'''Steve Leininger'''
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|Elected
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November 1, 2022
  
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== PPM Officers==
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|'''<br>Drew Johnson<br><br>'''
 
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|Executive Director
 
 
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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>
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November 17, 2023
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(2-year term)
 
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|[[File:Drew Johnson.jpg|alt=photo of Drew Johnson|center|frameless|125x125px]]
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|'''<br>Trevor Banks<br><br>'''
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|'''Drew Johnson'''
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|Operations Director
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|Elected<br>
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November 17, 2023
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(2-year term)
 
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|[[File:Gabriela.jpg|alt=photo of Gabriela Lisboa|center|frameless|125x125px]]
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|'''<br>Gabriela Lisboa<br><br>'''
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|'''Gabriela Lisboa'''
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|Membership Director&nbsp;
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|Elected<br>
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November 17, 2023
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|[[File:Chris Vestal at the MAC.jpg|alt=Chris Vestal at the MAC|center|frameless|128x128px]]
 
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|'''<br>Chris Vestal<br><br>'''
 
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|PPM Founder
 
 
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:'''Our Board of Directors can be contacted,'''
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:'''both individually and as a group, via Slack.'''
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===Board Meeting Minutes===
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:'''[https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1zofkbkbgLzXmfedy80ZBDvod4o2xTQYY Meeting Minutes 2018 through 2024]''' — on Google Drive
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===Financial Reports===
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:'''[https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1hMDSUEm71255fYoeuwADaZk1b2EQb6Rk Financial documents]''' — on Google Drive
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===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 of Directors==
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==Previous PPM Executive Directors==
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!'''Title'''
 
 
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|-
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|Mathew Palfenier
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|'''<br>John Norton<br><br>'''
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|Executive Director of Business Administration
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|BOD President
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November 2023 to October 2024
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Interim&nbsp;Director of Shop Operations
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May 2023 to Oct 2023
 
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|<br>Lisa MacNicol<br><br>
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|'''<br>Nina Ellis-Frischmann<br><br>'''
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|Deputy Director (August 2022 - June 2023),
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|BOD Treasurer
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Executive Director (June 2023 - November 2023)
 
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|<br>Drew Johnson<br><br>
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|'''<br>Jason Taylor<br><br>'''
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|Executive Director
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|BOD Secretary
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|<br>Heather Bresnahan<br><br>
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|'''<br>Les Frischmann<br><br>'''
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|Executive Director
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|BOD Member at Large&nbsp;
 
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November 2020
 
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!'''Picture'''
 
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!'''Member'''
 
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!'''Title'''
 
 
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|-
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|<br>John Norton<br><br>
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|'''<br>John Norton<br><br>'''
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|Executive Director
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|BOD President
 
 
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|<br>Anthony Abraham<br><br>
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|'''<br>Nina Ellis-Frischmann<br><br>'''
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|Executive Director
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|BOD Treasurer
 
 
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|<br>Landon Descamps<br><br>
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|'''<br>John Marshall<br><br>'''
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|Executive Director
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|BOD Secretary
 
 
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|'''<br>Trevor Banks<br><br>'''
 
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|BOD Member at Large&nbsp;
 
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|'''<br>Les Frischmann<br><br>'''
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|BOD Member at Large
 
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Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization,
 
  
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located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA.
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== PPM Founder ==
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|<br>Chris Vestal<br><br>
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|Executive Director, PPM Founder
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[https://www.google.com/maps/place/735+E+Pikes+Peak+Ave,+Colorado+Springs,+CO+80903/@38.8330369,-104.8137709,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8713451b3f4d8a5d:0x9cdb13d58ec1500d!8m2!3d38.8330369!4d-104.8115822?hl=en Google Map]&nbsp;&nbsp;|&nbsp;&nbsp;[https://www.visitcos.com/travel-tools/webcam/ Colorado Springs Webcams]&nbsp;&nbsp;|&nbsp;&nbsp;[https://weather.com/weather/today/l/c5baf779c6d5406f64806f25c9622372356cabc4d6418936e9785b3b58d4a2b0 Weather Conditions]
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==Related Pages==
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'''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:'''
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:'''[[Early Supporters of PPM]]'''
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:'''[[Colorado Springs]]'''
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Latest revision as of 14:57, 10 November 2024

Things to know about PPM - Pikes Peak Makerspace:

☐ 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 is also 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 information 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 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 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.

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
  • 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 both members and non-members.

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

PPM Contact Information

Item 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.

Item Address Date
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
Etsy https://www.etsy.com/ie/shop/PikesPeakMakerspace 2022
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)!

Kingsoopers has 11 grocery stores in Colorado Springs

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
Check if a website or app is down for everyone or just you.

PPM Governance

Who is on the 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

(2-year term)

photo of Marvin Harrell
 Marvin Harrell Elected

November 1, 2022

(2-year term)

photo of Steve Leininger
 Steve Leininger Elected

November 1, 2022

(2-year term)

photo of Joey B
 Joey Buchschacher Elected

November 17, 2023

(2-year term)

photo of Drew Johnson
 Drew Johnson Elected

November 17, 2023

(2-year term)

photo of Gabriela Lisboa
 Gabriela Lisboa Elected

November 17, 2023

(2-year term)

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

Board Meeting Minutes

Meeting Minutes 2018 through 2024 — on Google Drive

Financial Reports

Financial documents — on Google Drive

Bylaws

Bylaws of PIKES PEAK MAKERSPACE — on Google Drive


Previous PPM Executive Directors

Member Title
Mathew Palfenier Executive Director of Business Administration

November 2023 to October 2024

Interim Director of Shop Operations

May 2023 to Oct 2023


Lisa MacNicol

 Deputy Director (August 2022 - June 2023),

Executive Director (June 2023 - November 2023)


Drew Johnson

 Executive Director

(July 2020 - May 2023)


Heather Bresnahan

 Executive Director

John Norton

 Executive Director

Anthony Abraham

 Executive Director

Landon Descamps

 Executive Director

PPM Founder

photo of Chris Vestal at the MAC
Chris Vestal

 Executive Director, PPM Founder

Related Pages

Links to related PPM Wiki pages:

Early Supporters of PPM
Colorado Springs
QR Codes
  Infrastructure at PPM  
  Classroom / Meeting Area   - make a reservation

For Additional Help

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 information 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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