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Workforce and Entrepreneurship Initiatives in a Regional Makerspace

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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