A place to build
Members work on personal projects, prototypes, repairs, and small-run fabrication with guidance and safety structure.
MakerHub 24-7 Urban Lab Edition LLC
Access-first makerspace + advanced manufacturing lab
MakerHub 24-7 is being built to make practical fabrication skills more reachable—through 24-7 access, real equipment, and competency-based learning.
- 24-7 access model designed around busy schedules
- Advanced tools (3D printing, CNC, laser, and more) with training and safety culture
- Programs for youth, adults, workforce partners, and community repair
No hype. No fake metrics. Just a practical, compliant organization focused on access, affordability, and real-world competency.
What you can do with MakerHub 24-7
A single place to learn, build, and get work done.
Structured programs
Training, apprenticeships, and youth programs.
Access model
24-7 concept built for real schedules.
Competency focus
Build a portfolio, not just a transcript.
Tell us what you need
We’ll follow up to learn your goals and fit.
What MakerHub Is
A practical makerspace + manufacturing lab designed for learning, building, repair, and workforce-aligned skill development.
A place to learn
Training pathways support beginners through advanced makers—focused on usable skills and measured competency.
A place to partner
Equipment, education, workforce, and community organizations can collaborate on training, access, and real outcomes.
Why It Exists
The problem → the solution, in plain language.
The problem
- Many training programs limit shop time, making it hard to finish projects and build confidence.
- People juggling work, family, and school need flexible access—nights, weekends, and beyond.
- Real equipment is expensive, and learning alone can be unsafe or discouraging.
- Employers need skills they can trust, not just credentials.
The MakerHub 24-7 approach
- 24-7 access model designed to remove “limited lab hours” as a barrier.
- Clear safety standards, onboarding, and training pathways.
- Portfolio-based learning so members can show what they can do.
- Partner-friendly structure for compliance, scaling, and collaboration.
MakerHub 24-7 is focused on practical access and measured capability. We avoid inflated claims and focus on doing the work the right way.
Programs & Access Model
Offerings are designed to meet people where they are—beginner to advanced—without gatekeeping.
24-7 makerspace access
A membership model built around flexible time. The goal is to reduce access bottlenecks that stall learning and projects.
Advanced equipment access
3D printing, CNC, laser cutting, and more—paired with training, safety, and responsible use.
Workforce & skilled trades training
Hands-on instruction aligned to real shop practices: setup, measurement, process discipline, and job-ready habits.
Apprenticeships
Structured pathways where learners build capability through supervised practice and documented competency.
Afterschool & youth engineering
Project-based learning for students: CAD, 3D printing, laser projects, teamwork, and design fundamentals.
Repair Café / Fix-It programs
Community-based repair events that teach real skills, reduce waste, and build confidence through collaboration.
Design & fabrication services
Support for individuals and small organizations who need help turning ideas into buildable files and parts.
Portfolio-based learning
A practical record of work: parts made, processes used, fixtures built, and problems solved—proof you can show.
Competency development
Focused skill progression: from fundamentals to advanced work, with clear expectations and measurable outcomes.
Founder
Trust is earned with clarity and consistency.
Founder & Chief Education Officer
Disabled American Veteran • Background in machining, manufacturing, and technical education
What drives the model
MakerHub 24-7 exists because limited shop access in traditional programs can block learning and delay projects. The 24-7 access model is designed to reduce that barrier while keeping training, safety, and accountability central.
- Builder mindset: practical skills, not just credentials.
- Focus: access, affordability, real-world competency.
- Approach: clear pathways, portfolio proof, and partnerships that help more people learn by doing.
Business Legitimacy
Explicit and conservative—no claims of funding received.
Established business structure
- Registered Florida LLC
- Has an EIN
- Registered in SAM.gov
- Eligible for government contracting and grant partnerships
Built for compliance and partnerships
- Structured for clean documentation and operational standards
- Designed to scale responsibly through partnerships
- Clear program descriptions and scope—no inflated promises
We do not claim awards, funding, or outcomes we can’t document. Our focus is readiness: compliance, clear scope, and responsible operations.
Partner Opportunities
Choose a category to see what we’re looking for and what you get.
Equipment manufacturers
What we’re looking for
- Equipment partnerships (demo units, discounted units, training support)
- Safety and onboarding guidance specific to your tools
- Co-marketing that stays factual and compliant
What you get
- Real user feedback from learners and small shops
- Showcase projects that demonstrate practical use
- A structured environment for responsible evaluation
Tool & materials suppliers
What we’re looking for
- Materials access programs (filament, metals, tooling, consumables)
- Fair pricing and reliable availability
- Safety data + recommended handling practices
What you get
- Brand-safe exposure through real builds and community programs
- New customer introductions through member purchasing
- Feedback on material performance in practical use cases
Educational institutions
What we’re looking for
- Program partnerships, articulation pathways, and referrals
- Project-based co-curriculum support
- Shared use models aligned to safety and policy
What you get
- Expanded hands-on access for students outside limited lab hours
- Portfolio artifacts to support student placement and progression
- A community pipeline into manufacturing skills
Workforce & veteran organizations
What we’re looking for
- Referrals into training and apprenticeship pathways
- Support for career transitions and skills validation
- Program alignment with workforce needs
What you get
- A hands-on training environment focused on employable competencies
- Clear documentation of skill progression and portfolio outcomes
- A partner with lived understanding of veteran transitions
Industry & small manufacturing shops
What we’re looking for
- Mentorship, job-shadowing, and project sponsorships
- Real-world project briefs for learners
- Advisory input on needed shop skills
What you get
- A pipeline of learners building practical competency
- Support capacity through supervised project work (as appropriate)
- Community visibility without exaggerated claims
Government & grant partners
What we’re looking for
- Partnerships aligned with workforce, education, and community impact
- Clear scopes of work with compliance expectations
- Collaboration on measurable, documentable outcomes
What you get
- SAM.gov-registered partner eligible for contracting/grant collaboration
- Programs grounded in practical training and documentation
- A scalable, structured model focused on access and competency
Community organizations (FIRST, 4-H, FFA, etc.)
What we’re looking for
- Youth program alignment and project collaboration
- Volunteer mentors and safe build events
- Pathways for students into hands-on STEM
What you get
- Tools and structure for build seasons and skill development
- Support for portfolio artifacts and practical learning
- A community-first partner that respects safety and access
Incubators & innovation hubs
What we’re looking for
- Cross-referrals for prototyping and product development
- Shared programming for entrepreneurs and makers
- Space + equipment planning collaboration
What you get
- A build partner for startups who need practical fabrication access
- Workshops that support prototyping readiness
- Increased value for your members through hands-on capability
Sponsors & in-kind donors
What we’re looking for
- In-kind support (tools, materials, safety equipment)
- Scholarship support for access and training
- Event sponsorship for Repair Café / Fix-It programs
What you get
- Transparent recognition (factual, not hypey)
- Local community goodwill through practical skill-building
- Documentable impact reporting where applicable
Strategic investors (no hype)
What we’re looking for
- Long-term partners aligned with access, training, and responsible scaling
- Operational support: compliance, facilities, equipment planning
- Patience for measured buildout and documented progress
What you get
- A clear, conservative operating posture (no inflated claims)
- Real demand drivers: workforce training, skilled trades, reindustrialization momentum
- A mission-rooted model built around access and practical outcomes
FAQ
Quick answers. If you don’t see your question, send a note below.
Is MakerHub 24-7 open today?
This site is an interest and partnership landing page. Operating details (hours, location, access rules) are shared as the facility buildout progresses.
What does “24-7” mean here?
It describes the access model we’re building toward: extended and flexible access that removes “limited lab hours” as the main blocker. Access would always be paired with onboarding, safety standards, and accountable use.
Do you offer services for businesses?
Yes—design and fabrication support is part of the plan, especially for prototypes and small-run needs, with scope and timelines defined clearly.
How can partners help right now?
Introductions, equipment/material partnerships, program collaborations, and in-kind support are all helpful. Use the form below to describe your fit.
Get involved
Tell us who you are and what kind of collaboration you’re looking for. We’ll follow up.
Good fits include
- Equipment or material partnerships
- Education + workforce collaborations
- Youth programs and community repair
- Prototype and fabrication support needs
- Grant/contract partnership discussions
Prefer email-only outreach? Submit the form and keep it simple—we’ll respond with next steps.