Future of Makespace Working Group Meeting (Mid-month check in)

Future of Makespace Working Group Meeting
This is the regular working group meeting for the Future of Makespace project. We’ll share updates from each team (see below), discuss priorities, and set the agenda for the next month.
These meetings are open to all inducted Makespace members – they’re a great opportunity to stay informed, contribute ideas, and help ensure Makespace grows in ways that support your projects and the wider community.

Meeting schedule
The Future of Makespace working group meets twice a month:

• FoM Mid-Month Check-In
  Third Monday of the month, 7pm
  An informal catch-up for team updates, discussion, and ideas.
• FoM Pre-Board Meeting
  Friday before each scheduled Board meeting, 7pm, Classroom
  A more formal session to review actions, address issues, and prepare any proposals or decisions to bring to the Board.

The outcome of these meetings is a clear action plan, with responsibilities assigned and decisions identified for the Board.

Future of Makespace Team Structure
Each team focuses on a key area for the project:

• Property Scouting - Identify suitable commercial premises
• Financial Modelling - Assess runway for multiple scenarios
• Business Development - Explore alternative income streams
• University Engagement - Secure a new academic space or partnership
• External Partnerships - Explore civic, cultural, creative partnerships
• Logistics & Equipment - Prepare for move and storage
• Culture & Communications - Preserve Makespace’s identity while improving internal and external communications

Get Involved
If you’d like to join a team or help out with the Future of Makespace project, email **futureofmakespace@makespace.org** to get involved.
Regular updates will be posted in the Makespace Google Group:
👉 https://groups.google.com/g/cammakespace