Category: News and Announcements

  • We’re Hiring: Join Generator as our Operations & Safety Technician

    We’re Hiring: Join Generator as our Operations & Safety Technician

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]What we’re looking for:

    Generator seeks a dynamic, organized self-starter capable of providing operational support for Generator’s shared, community workshops and stewardship of its facility. Responsibilities will include assisting in the maintenance and oversight of Generator’s state-of-the art facility with a goal to provide a safe, reliable and inspiring shared environment for members, students, staff, and guests.[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_column_text]

    JOB TITLE: Operations & Safety Technician

    REPORTS TO:  Facility & Operations Director

    STATUS:  20-25 hrs per week

    PAY RANGE: $18-$20/hr


    ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

    Generator is a combination of business incubator, artist studios and classroom at the intersection of art, science, and technology. We provide the tools, expertise, education, and opportunity to enable all members of our community to create, collaborate, and bring ideas to fruition.  Generator has over 400 maker-members and our outreach programming engages over 2,000 individuals per year in Burlington, Chittenden County and beyond.

    Occasional weeknight and weekend hours required.

    [/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_column_text]ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN

    • Maintains a safe working environment per ADA, OSHA and other relevant health and safety guidelines; enforces safety procedures including hazard communication and secondary labeling programs; and maintains Safety Data Sheets (SDS). 
    • Models and promotes a safety culture (Safety Check!). 
    • Monitors workshops (including wood shop, metal shop, jewelry shop, electronics shop, rapid prototyping shop, sewing shop, computer lab) and general facilities routinely, including exterior spaces, to ensure that Generator’s safety protocols are easy to follow and are being enforced. 
    • Ensures workshop organization and cleanliness, maintaining process for recycling byproducts of Generator’s state-of-the-art facility.
    • Assists in the maintenance and troubleshooting of traditional and automated equipment and machinery such as CNC routers, CNC plasma cutters, Laser Cutters, 3D printers, industrial cabinet table saw, knife grinders, industrial dust collection systems, vinyl cutters and others.
    • Assists in updating equipment and shop supply inventories.
    • Assists in buildouts and upgrades to facilities.
    • Helps source materials for programming including tool trainings, workshops and special events.
    • Assists with facility set-up for classes, tours & demos, large rentals and special events. 
    • Supports the Facilities & Operations Director and Generator with other duties as assigned.

    AUXILIARY SUPPORT

    • Attends staff team meetings
    • Attends Board of Director’s Safety Committee meetings 

    QUALIFICATIONS

    • Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Art/Architecture or related field preferred.
    • 1+ years experience with facility management with a variety of tool sets and mechanical systems
    • Understanding of ADA/OSHA/VOSHA and a consistent “safety first” work ethic and willingness to keep up with a comprehensive safety training program. 
    • Technical skill set focused on fabrication in wood, metal, jewelry, sewing, electronics, rapid prototyping. 
    • Proficient with Google-suite and other organizational devices.
    • Able to communicate effectively via email, slack channels, and in-person. 
    • Able to organize and prioritize a daily workload.
    • Able to meet deadlines in a fast paced, rapidly evolving, collaborative team environment.
    • A proactive approach to problem-solving with decision-making skills and safety as a focus. 
    • Trustworthy and reliable.
    • Must be able to move equipment weighing up to 50+ pounds. 
    • IT and networking experience are a plus.
    • 3D modeling/CAD a plus.
    • Customer service skills are a plus.

    * For more information, see www.generatorvt.com

    *Interested applicants are invited to send 1) resume, 2) cover letter, and 3) three references to [email protected]. Applications due by July 7th. Please send pdf files titled using the following format: LastName.Resume.pdf

     

    Generator is committed to building a work community that is inclusive and represents a vibrant diversity of background, experience, perspective and thought. Candidates across all markers of identity (age, race, gender, ability, communication styles, etc.) are highly encouraged to apply.

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  • We’re Hiring: could you be our next Marketing & Communications Manager?

    We’re Hiring: could you be our next Marketing & Communications Manager?

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Want to tell stories, build an audience, and grow support for the makers, artists, and entrepreneurs bringing creativity and innovation to our community?

    We’re hiring our next Marketing & Communications Manager!

    See below for the full description of the position and application instructions.[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_column_text]JOB TITLE: Marketing & Communications Manager

    REPORTS TO:  Executive Director

    STATUS:  Full-Time, Benefits

    PAY RANGE: $20/hr+

    Position is mostly remote with approximately 1-3 in-person days required depending on the week. The position moves to full-time in-person post-COVID. Occasional weeknight and weekend hours required.

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    WHAT IS GENERATOR?

    Generator is a combination of business incubator, artist studio and classroom at the intersection of art, science, and technology. We provide the tools, expertise, education, and opportunity to enable all members of our community to create, collaborate, and bring ideas to fruition.

     

    WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR IN A MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER?

    Generator’s Marketing & Communications Manager connects our external community with Generator’s mission through storytelling and offering our program and events to a diverse audience. Responsibilities include leading and operationalizing an annual marketing and communications plan in coordination with the Program & Impact Director and Executive Director; creating digital and printed content; posting to social media channels; and keeping Generator’s website updated. They also play an important role in internal communications, ensuring that Generator members are able to access Generator resources in order to be successful in their projects.

     

    WHAT ARE THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THIS POSITION?

    • Develop an annual marketing and communications plan strategically aligned with organizational targets for growing programming, membership, & fundraising.
    • Develop and manage brand standards and their application to all areas of the organization, including but not limited to: website, digital graphics, printed collateral, and physical space including signage and decor.
    • Create, produce, schedule, and maintain content for a wide variety of social media platforms–driving traffic to Generator’s website, events, programming, and fundraising campaigns. 
    • Manage paid digital and print advertisements and event listings.
    • Coordinate production of engagement collateral in collaboration with the Executive Director to increase general marketing, branding, and development initiatives. 
    • Develop communication templates and support Membership staff in their communication initiatives with Generator’s membership particularly, in response to emergency or operational concerns.  
    • Track, create reports, and share out monthly metrics for social channels, website stats, and email marketing efforts. 
    • Deliver on corporate sponsorship commitments. 
    • Manage aspects of Generator’s website with the support of the staff team. 
    • Support events that engage Generator’s external community to promote the mission and highlight strategic partners and stakeholders.
    • Work to build and engage a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and safe community culture with an awareness for racial and gender equity; physical and socio-emotional safety.
    • File and archive Generator digital assets on a shared digital platform. 
    • Attend staff team meetings 
    • Support Generator with other duties as assigned.

     

    WHAT ARE THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES THAT WOULD HELP SOMEONE SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE?

    • 2 yrs+ experience in marketing, communications, and/or brand management
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    • Proficient in Adobe Suite; examples of both digital content and printed collateral
    • Experience in G-suite (Google Workspace) is a plus
    • Experience with WordPress or similar website builder 
    • Experience with Mailchimp or a similar program; experience segmenting an audience and managing drip campaigns and automations is ideal
    • A knack for applying consistent brand voice to all written communications
    • Photography and/or video skills ideal
    • Experience managing a large library of digital assets
    • HOW TO APPLY:

    Applications due by April 19th, 2021 (updated 4/1). Interested applicants are invited to send their:

    1. resume
    2. cover letter
    3. three references
    4. one marketing/communications writing sample in PDF format (blog, article, etc.)
    5. 2-3 graphic and/or digital work samples in PDF format (could include social posts, videos, printed collateral, web pages, etc; samples can be shared in the PDF via hyperlinks, or embedded in the PDF)

    Please send application materials to [email protected] as PDF files titled using the following format: LastName.Resume.pdf

     

    Generator is committed to building a work community that is inclusive and represents a vibrant diversity of background, experience, perspective and thought. Candidates across all markers of identity (age, race, gender, ability, communication styles, etc.) are highly encouraged to apply.

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  • Meet the 2021 JumpStart Cohort

    Meet the 2021 JumpStart Cohort

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” bottom_padding=”100″ overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]We’re thrilled to kick off 2021 by welcoming these 9 creative and ambitious maker-entrepreneurs to Generator.

    These folks were selected by a panel of business leaders, designers, and manufacturing professionals for the 2021 JumpStart cohort, our business development program organized in partnership with LaunchVT.

    Their ideas are impressive, their prototypes are in-progress, and their dreams are big. Expect big moves from this crew.

    Meet the entrepreneurs below![/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][divider line_type=”No Line”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”11113″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_gallery type=”flexslider_style” images=”11025,11090″ onclick=”link_no” img_size=”600×600″][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Amanda Hensing, Elevated Studio Works

    When asked for one sentence describing their business, responded: “[We’re creating] a series of locally sourced, eco friendly wellness-related products here in Burlington, Vermont. I am and Industrial Designer and Nate Plasha is a woodworker, and we started out first by focusing on designing a meditation bench.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_gallery type=”flexslider_style” images=”11022,11023″ onclick=”link_no” img_size=”600×600″][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text] Eliza West, Face Space Masks

    When asked for one sentence describing their business, responded: “I make structured fabric face masks that make it easier for you to breathe while talking, singing or exercising.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_gallery type=”flexslider_style” images=”11028,11018″ onclick=”link_no” img_size=”600×600″][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Devin Tyman, KindShape

    When asked for one sentence describing their business, responded: “Handcrafted wooden toys with a simple timeless design carved from locally harvested wood.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_gallery type=”flexslider_style” images=”11017″ onclick=”link_no” img_size=”600×600″][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Gavin Cook, Green Mountain Innovative

    When asked for one sentence describing their business, responded: “A quick attach device for a chainsaw that gives a reference point for cutting uniform lengths of wood.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_gallery type=”flexslider_style” images=”11108,11109,11110,11111″ onclick=”link_no” img_size=”600×600″][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Winslow Colwell, Winslow Colwell Design

    When asked for one sentence describing their business, responded: “I’ve designed a unique folded paper lamp that provides beautiful soft lighting for the home, with variations that include classic white, printed designs, and complex piercing.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_gallery type=”flexslider_style” images=”11029″ onclick=”link_no” img_size=”600×600″][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Jonathan Winer

    When asked for one sentence describing their business, responded: “This product provides a level of assuredness to parents and caregivers when administering food/medicines by helping to ensure the right individual receives the right item.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”11016″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Kristine Struminsky

    When asked for one sentence describing their business, responded: “My product is a functional, stylish, and innovative design of pruning shear holster.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_gallery type=”flexslider_style” images=”11010,11004″ onclick=”link_no” img_size=”600×600″][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Meagan Downey, Shikiwrap

    When asked for one sentence describing their business, responded: “Stretchy, soft, reusable cloth gift wrap and bags made from recycled plastic based on the Japanese tradition of furoshiki”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_gallery type=”flexslider_style” images=”11072″ onclick=”link_no” img_size=”600×600″][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Skylar Bagdon, ChromaJam

    When asked for one sentence describing their business, responded: “ChromaJam (TM) brings the immersive and energetic lighting of a live concert into your home with a customizable, user-friendly smart device that syncs LED lights with your music.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column centered_text=”true” column_padding=”padding-10-percent” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1612205080664{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}”]

    Jump/Start is made possible with support from

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  • We’re Hiring: could you be our next Program Coordinator?

    We’re Hiring: could you be our next Program Coordinator?

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Want to empower the next generation of makers, artists, and entrepreneurs by bringing innovative and exciting hands-on programming to our community?

    We’re hiring our next Program Coordinator!

    See below for the full description of the position and application instructions.[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_column_text]JOB TITLE: Program Coordinator

    REPORTS TO:  Program & Impact Director

    STATUS:  37.5 hrs per week

    PAY RANGE: $18 -$20/hr

    Position is mostly remote with approximately 1-3 in-person days required depending on the week. The position moves to full-time in-person post-COVID. Occasional weeknight and weekend hours required.

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    ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

    Generator is a combination of business incubator, artist studios and classroom at the intersection of art, science, and technology. We provide the tools, expertise, education, and opportunity to enable all members of our community to create, collaborate, and bring ideas to fruition. Generator has over 400 maker-members and our outreach programming engages over 2,000 individuals per year in Burlington, Chittenden County and beyond.

     

    WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR IN A PROGRAM COORDINATOR?

    Generator seeks a dynamic, organized self-starter capable of providing high-level coordination for Generator’s outreach and educational programs: youth outreach, adults & kids programs, community classes & tool trainings. Coordination will include recruiting and onboarding program instructors; scheduling programs & classrooms; securing materials; and preparing the facility. This position works closely with Program Specialists and the Communication Manager to support the learning needs of the community.

     

    WHAT ARE THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THIS POSITION?

    •  Organize and internally publish an annual production schedule for Generator’s programs to include, but not limited to: community classes, tool trainings, kid’s programs, youth outreach programs, & adult programs.
    • Post public program listings to the website and coordinate the internal space reservations for all programming. (Google Calendar or similar app).
    • Schedule and prioritize program work, coordinate with key team members and oversee daily program activities and operations.
    • Coordinate & publish seasonal Program Instructor recruitment and training schedules to cultivate a team of dedicated instructors that fosters a culture of community safety and cultural ambassadorship for a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture at Generator and provides instructors with professional development opportunities.
    • Organize & archive documentation for Partnership Agreements, MOU’s and Contract for Services using shared folders in Google Workspace.
    • Organize and archive documentation of confidential files HR files for Program Instructors.
    • Purchase supplies and monitor program expenditures in alignment with program budgets.

    IMPACT & EVALUATION

    • In coordination with the Program & Impact Director, identify and track participation goals and program metrics to correspond with grant reporting and organizational planning metrics.
    • Work with the Program & Impact Director to review standards in implementation of activities that foster creativity and awareness including various cultural, educational, environmental and social issues.
    • Prepare documentation and metrics for funding requests, grant/sponsorship reporting, quarterly impact reports, and bi-monthly Board reports.
    • Administer program applications and surveys following Generator’s diversity, equity and inclusion promise and necessary grant reporting metrics.

     

    WHAT ARE THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES THAT WOULD HELP SOMEONE SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE?

    • 2+ years experience in program coordinating. 
    • 2+ years experience in administrative support. 
    • Strong attention to detail and organization. 
    • In-depth understanding of Google suite and Jotform. 
    • Interest and/or experience in grant reporting. 
    • Experience in data management. 
    • Excellent written and spoken communication skills. 
    • Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information. 
    • Ability to organize a daily workload by priorities.
    • Ability to meet deadlines in a fast paced, rapidly evolving, collaborative team environment.
    • A proactive approach to problem-solving with decision-making skills.

    WHAT BENEFITS ARE THERE?

    • Free Generator membership and tool training as necessary; we are willing to train this person in our specialized equipment so they can provide support to members.
    • Paid Time Off & Health Insurance Package
    • Plenty of opportunity to grow professionally! 

     

    HOW TO APPLY:

    Applications due by February 5th, 2021. Interested applicants are invited to send their:

    1. resume
    2. cover letter
    3. three references

    Please send application materials to [email protected] as PDF files titled using the following format: LastName.Resume.pdf

     

    Generator is committed to building a work community that is inclusive and represents a vibrant diversity of background, experience, perspective and thought. Candidates across all markers of identity (age, race, gender, ability, communication styles, etc.) are highly encouraged to apply.

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  • Our new CNC router is on the way!

    Our new CNC router is on the way!

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    With the support of dozens of members and donors, our long-shot idea became a reality!

    The removal of our old CNC router and installation of the new CNC router and will require temporary closure of our woodshop and front parking area to members July 27th through July 31st.

    We’re talking cranes, trucks, and a lot of heavy-lifting.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column centered_text=”true” column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]

    We apologize for this short term inconvenience. It will certainly be worth it!

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    Curious about our other equipment?

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  • Reopening Phases Update

    Reopening Phases Update

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Since July 1st we’ve welcomed back members with studios, volunteers, and members who access Generator for business purposes.

    Our reopening has been wildly successful!

    It’s encouraging — and not surprising — to witness Generator volunteers and members get back to work and operate with extra care and caution to keep our shared space as safe as possible.

    We’re excited to continue the reopening process! We’ve made some adjustments and additions to our original plans:

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    • Masks required in the building at all times
    • Check-in and health screening upon entering
    • 6ft distance required between people
    • Mandatory orientation and VOSHA safety training for all members
    • New membership sign-up process and agreement
    • Reservation of equipment required (more details to follow)
    • No guests
    • No events
    • Members required to clean tools and equipment before and after use
    • No shared kitchen
    • Increased cleaning and sanitation by members, volunteers, staff, and hired cleaning service

    Please note:

    • College Members: At this time, there is no date set for when Champlain Members and UVM Members will be welcomed back to Generator. In the meantime, former members who utilized these two membership programs are welcome to become General Members — please reach out to our Membership & Communications Director to begin the enrollment process.
    • New Member enrollment is TBD. At this time, we’re only accepting new Studio Members (you can apply for a studio space here!). We look forward to welcoming new folks to Generator, and since getting the most value out of your Generator membership requires being trained to use our tools and equipment, we are finalizing our training and class schedule before setting an official date to begin new member enrollment. Stay tuned for an announcement in August!

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    Questions about our reopening phases? Please get in touch!

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  • In solidarity, with responsibility.

    In solidarity, with responsibility.

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    We are in a time of an overdue awakening. Tragic deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, Rashard Brooks, and other Black Americans has roused us from complacency. As an organization, we’ve been listening, learning, and engaging in deep reflection as to how Generator will make profound and lasting change that honors and respects Black lives and addresses racism in our communities.

    To this end, we are: 1) making racial and social justice a central component of our strategic planning process scheduled to start this fiscal year.  2) providing on-going diversity, equity, and inclusion training for Generator staff, volunteers, instructors, mentors, and board members; 3) launching a BIPOC Scholarship Fund to explicitly provide Black, Indigenous, People of Color access to tools, programs, and services at Generator; 4) establishing an advisory committee dedicated to a transparent process of moving Generator forward with the critical work to counter racism and ensure equal access to opportunities in the sciences, technology, engineering, and arts.

    We recognize these actions as the first of many steps our organization will take to be greater advocates and to better serve our members, partners, and community at large. When we make mistakes we will acknowledge them, learn from them, and continue forward with our commitment to change. To this end, we invite your thoughts, questions, and comments.

    Standing in solidarity and working to make change,

    Meg Hammond, on behalf of the Generator staff & board

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  • Generator and partners rapidly prototyping PPE for medical community

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    Jake Blend, Generator’s Rapid Prototyping Shop Manager, is leading the effort to create plastic face shields. Blend is utilizing open source designs from a medical devices group that formed online and surged to over 30,000 members in recent months. Engineers, product designers, materials experts, and medical professionals around the world are editing, prototyping, and testing each other’s designs. 

    Blend is using Generator’s 3D printers to print the headbands, and Generator’s laser cutters to create the transparent plastic face shield.

    “We’re working on acceptance with the hospital, which along with the supply chain is the biggest hurdle right now,” said Blend, “We have runners going up daily to [UVM Medical Center] and getting [the face shields] checked out and inspected.”

    As of today, March 26, 2020, Blend is working on version 3 to solve 3D print time issues as well as supporting mass-distribution of his designs to empower those with home printers to support this relief effort. 

    “This is an extremely organized and collaborative effort,” said Generator Board President Dan Harvey. Board member, Michael Metz, and Operations Director, Elliott Katz, are managing the supply chain of plastics and materials necessary to scale production. Metz and fellow Generator board member, Doug Webster, are creating a state-wide inventory of laser cutters and 3D printers. Other Generator board members and staff have created committees to manage safety, sanitation, distribution, and funding for the initiative.

    “The goal is to build a network and launch state-wide production once these designs are approved by medical professionals,” said Metz, who estimated that Generator alone could produce 1,000 face shields based on its own equipment and current material supply. He estimated it would take two weeks to get willing manufacturers around the state in production mode.

    Generator is working in partnership with the University of Vermont, Beta Technologies, OVR Technologies, and other Vermont businesses and institutions to create other PPE including N95 masks and ventilators. Several Generator members are also sewing cloth masks for the general public to encourage the donation of N95 masks to medical institutions with greater need.

    “Generator is working around the clock to connect the dots in our local, regional, and national community of makers, engineers, and material suppliers in order to meet the demands of this pandemic,” said Executive Director Meg Hammond, “While we had to close the doors to our members, students, and community partners and mentees, this effort allows us to put our tools and expertise to work to protect our community. As an incoming Director, I can’t express how impressed I am with our maker community. More than ever, I see the relevance of Generator.”

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    Support the Initiative:

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    Generator Communications Director, Christine Hill

    [email protected]

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  • Generator’s response to COVID-19

    Generator’s response to COVID-19

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    Last updated: March 17th, 2020; 2:30pm

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    SUMMARY:

    – Generator is closed temporarily through April 6th

    – RFID access to the building is shut off

    – All classes and trainings happened through April 6th are postponed

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    Dear Generator Community,

    Thank you for staying up-to-date with Generator as we closely monitor our community’s needs in response to COVID-19.

    To best support our community by preventing the spread of the virus, Generator is closing its doors immediately and will remain closed through April 6th. This is subject to change as the situation changes moving forward.

    Generator’s team of staff, Board of Directors, and I are aware that our shared workspace is a valued resource for our community and that some of our members use this space for their livelihood. We aim to make decisions that keep each of our members and constituents in mind. While it is hard to temporarily close our doors, we are confident that this is our best path forward at this time.

    There are likely to be many questions about the impacts of Generator closing, and so we answered some of the questions we anticipate below.

    While Generator’s physical space is closed, we look forward to connecting with our community virtually. We have every intention to collaborate in our thinking, to share DIY projects from our home to yours, and to instigate creative solutions to our community’s current and future challenges. We encourage you to engage with us on our social channels and show us what you’re making at home!

    Stay safe and stay connected,

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    Meg Hammond
    Executive Director, Generator

    If you have any immediate needs or related concerns please email me, at
    [email protected]

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    FAQs

    Q: How do I retrieve belongings in my studio/storage space?

    A: Please email Elliott Katz at [email protected] to schedule a time for pick up today 3/17/20 or tomorrow 3/18/20.

    Q: What about the classes/training/event I’m signed up for?

    A: All classes and programming will be postponed until further notice. If you signed up for a class, you will automatically receive credit and will receive information regarding classes in the future. If you have questions regarding classes, please reach out to Sarah Sprague at [email protected]

    Q: What do I do about my membership?

    A: This is a big one for our members and Generator alike. Generator is a non-profit that operates on a narrow margin. We offer membership as the most affordable price possible, and even then membership fees only cover about 50% of membership-related costs. Despite being closed, we have ongoing expenses. We hope that you’ll consider continuing to support Generator during this extraordinary time by continuing your membership, and we also understand the need to minimize personal expenses. If you need to suspend your membership at this time, please log in to your account at generatorvt.com and change your membership to “Cancel/Hold.”

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    Public Agency Resources:

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    Update from March 14th, 2020; 9:30am

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    SUMMARY:

    – Generator is closed to the public but accessible to members
    – Generator’s hours are 12pm to 7pm for members for the indefinite future
    – events of 10 or more people are canceled, including tours and orientations
    – classes are continuing; we are offering credit to people who do not feel comfortable attending an upcoming class but want to take it in the future
    – we’ve increased cleaning and sanitation efforts in shared spaces and workshops

    [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Dear Generator Community,

    We are committed to providing a safe and healthy space for our members, class attendees, visitors, and the general public.

    We’re writing to update you about the steps our staff is taking to reduce the transmission of illness within our facility and community.

    While this situation is ever-evolving, this much is certain: limiting the gathering of confined or large groups in close contact quickly reduces the potential for exponential transmission within a highly cooperative and social community.

    As individuals, we each have a responsibility to take actions every day to protect one another — and those in our community who are most at-risk — through social distancing and best practices recommended by the CDC and Vermont Department of Health.

    While we are dedicated to providing continued access to Generator — especially for those who make their living here — we are primarily considering our broader community’s safety and health as we make hard decisions impacting Generator’s users.

    This is a fluid situation. We will keep our community updated as things change.

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    Hours and Staffing Changes

    Starting Saturday, March 14th, Generator hours are 12pm to 7pm. All member RFID cards have been programmed to reflect this change. This change will last until further notice.

    Champlain Students and UVM Students will not have access to the building until on-campus classes resume.

    There will be at least one Generator staff person or volunteer Front Desk Attendant present during open hours. We are reminding members of our buddy system policy while using power tools in the wood and metal shops.

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    Actions we’re taking in our physical space:

      • Disinfectant spray or wipes are provided in each workshop. We are asking members, instructors, and students to clean equipment both before and after use
      • Our cleaning service is coming to Generator more often and we’ve increased the scope of their work to include high-contact areas such as door handles, work surfaces, keyboards and mouses, and the shared kitchen
      • We are developing a new cleaning schedule for our staff and Front Desk Attendants to follow, ensuring that that critical spaces and surfaces are cleaned and sanitized on a regular basis
      • We are working with our studio members to institute best practices in their semi-private studio spaces
      • We are asking members to bring their own safety glasses, hearing protection, and other safety gear to Generator. For those using shared safety glasses, there are storage bins labeled “cleaned” and “used,” and used safety glasses will be sanitized regularly.

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    How we’re managing classes and events:

    Events of 10 or more people are canceled through April 3rd.

    Tours and orientations are also canceled through April 3rd.

    Most of our classes and events are small — three to six people — and so we will continue to run them while increasing hand-washing and maintaining 6 feet of distance between one another when possible.

    We are asking instructors, students, and everyone at Generator to stay home if they feel ill, if they have potentially come into contact with someone who is ill, if they frequently interact with high-risk individuals, or if they are at all concerned.

    We are offering credit towards future classes for people who are currently enrolled in upcoming classes but are not comfortable attending.

    Our flexible cancellation policy for classes is unchanged: cancel 48 hours or more before your class and you’ll be eligible for a full refund.

    Email Sarah at [email protected] to inquire about class credit or cancellation.

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    Thank you.

    Thank you for reading, and thank you for your patience with Generator and other community spaces, businesses, institutions, and municipalities as they navigate this ever-evolving situation while taking decisive action to keep our community safe.

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    Public Agency Resources:

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    As always, feel free to reach out to Christine at [email protected] with any questions.

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  • Meet the 2020 JumpStart Cohort

    Meet the 2020 JumpStart Cohort

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    These folks were selected by a panel of business leaders, designers, and manufacturing professionals for the 2020 JumpStart cohort, our business development program organized in partnership with LaunchVT.

     

    Their ideas are impressive, their prototypes are in-progress, and their dreams are big. Expect big moves from this crew.

     

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    You may recognize Michael as our February/March 2019 Maker-in-Resident. During his residency, Michael built the first prototype of a SATELLITE, a modular micro-architectural solution for work and life. Now Michael is readying his business, Up End This, to take SATELLITEs to market.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”8249″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Ren Weiner, Miss Weinerz

    Ren is known best for sweet collaborations within the circular economy. Dedicated to ecological resilience, Ren is curating a line of reusable & plantable food packaging focused on fibers that grow in our currant landscape.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”8252″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Dwyer Haney, Cole Forge Stoves

    After the 2019 Halloween storm Dwyer’s shop flooded and he had nowhere to work. Then he heard about Generator. Now Dwyer is one of the Generator metal shop’s most active users. He builds multi-function wood stoves that replace the three appliances in the modern home that use the most fossil fuels: space heaters, stoves for cooking, and domestic hot water heaters. With design and fabrication ongoing, Dwyer is excited to use JumpStart as an opportunity to plan for business growth.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”8279″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Laura Neal, Malas and Mandalas

    Laura creates jewelry made of lava stones and gemstones that can be used for meditation and aromatherapy. Her goal is to make jewelry that helps the wearer feel more grounded and connected in their everyday life. Laura is excited to get trained in Generator’s jewelry studio so she can explore new designs and product ideas.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”8254″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Jeff Dardozzi

    Jeff is prototyping a remote monitoring system using NDT, IOT and predictive analysis systems that provide fleet manager with real time data regarding the the conditions of their industrial equipment. His goal in JumpStart is to continue prototyping while exploring existing markets for his invention and how to tap into them.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”8255″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Ethan Miller

    Ethan recently graduated from UVM and he’s excited to kick-off his entry into the “real world” by exploring the potential of his unique, handcrafted Bluetooth speakers to be a fully-fledged business. His speakers are designed for people who strongly identify with the music they listen to and want to display that passion in their home. Ethan is using JumpStart to continue protoyping his designs — he’s currently getting trained in the woodshop — while considering the branding, sales systems, and other facets of building a business.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”8282″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Jackie Bishop, Jackie Bishop Art

    Jackie is a current Generator member known for her kiln-fired pendant lampshades etched with original illustrations and patterns. She’s excited to continue experimenting on the laser cutter while getting trained in the metal shop and on the 3D printers so she can dream up new products to add to her line.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”8281″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Eric Grunfeld, Plugged In

    “Plugged In’s product combines a mobile app and a smart car phone holder that allows parents to monitor and restrict their child’s distracted driving behavior in real-time,” says a recent UVM blog about Eric and his business mentor. Grunfeld came up with the product idea as a Community Entrepreneurship major where he aspires to apply his creativity to solve social problems and make cultural change. During JumpStart he plans to continue working on his prototype and plan for Plugged In’s entry into the market.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]

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    William and Paul are manufacturing, selling, distributing, and leasing pumps that make determinations pertaining to the types of liquids being pumped on remote sites that cannot be personally monitored. Does that sound like a complex system? It certainly is. William and Paul are spending their time in JumpStart iterating on their prototype and considering what markets to enter.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column centered_text=”true” column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][nectar_btn size=”jumbo” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Accent-Color” icon_family=”none” text=”CHECK OUT THE LECTURES” url=”https://generatorvt.com/jumpstart-2020-is-here/”][nectar_btn size=”jumbo” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Accent-Color” icon_family=”none” text=”LEARN MORE ABOUT JUMPSTART” url=”https://generatorvt.com/jumpstart-overview/”][divider line_type=”Small Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line”][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_column_text]

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