Workforce and Entrepreneurship Initiatives in a Regional Makerspace

Workforce and Entrepreneurship Initiatives in a Regional Makerspace​
Vector Space ​

Goal: Implement a 12-week Women in Machining program for 10 low-income women. Focus on entrepreneurial development support through startup training and entrepreneurial thinking programming, access to equipment, and professional support services for prototyping. 
Target Industry Cluster(s): Advanced Materials Manufacturing​
Investment Strategy: Workforce Development and Entrepreneurship & Innovation​
Grant Type: Implementation
Grant Period: 2022-2024 ​
Achieved Outcomes:​
    • 314 students trained​
    • 14 jobs created​
    • 5 businesses created​
GO Virginia Funding: $324,000
Subregion: Greater Lynchburg