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 501c3 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
- We have many groups that meet at MFX on a regular basis
- 501st Legion local chapter (Star Wars Cosplay)
- Mandalorian Mercs aka Mando Mercs (Star Wars Cosplay)
- Southern R2 Builders
- 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
