Tour Checklist

Page for MakerFX members of topic to cover when conducting a tour of MFX....

• Welcome
  • Introduce yourself and that you a MFX member

• Discovery
  • Is this your first visit?
  • How did you hear about us?
  • What do you like to make?
  • What would you want to learn?
  • Would you like a tour?

• Explain Foundation & Programs
  • Point to foundation logo banner
  • Explain TMEF: The Maker Effect Foundation exists to activate and amplify the efforts of makers as they learn, build and work together in their communities. The foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity and a supporting member of Nation of Makers.
  • Our programs include Maker Faire Orlando, K-12 educational support, fiscal sponsorship of FIRST Robotics teams, and other outreach efforts.
  • MakerFX is a program of the foundation which is member run and funded

• Talk about cool stuff in lobby
  • point to posters & pictures
  • groups that meet at MFX

• Walk the zones and talk about the tools and things people do with the tools
  • Laser
  • Embroidery machine
  • Electronics bench
  • 3D Printers
  • Sewing machines
  • Vinyl cutter
  • Woodshop

• Wrap-Up
  • When back in lobby, ask if they have any questions
  • Explain that we are member run & member funded, as if they would like information on membership
  • If its a Friday night, explain they are welcome to hang out, watch, talk, etc - and if we haven't eaten yet, mention we usually go get food as a group