Michigan Maker Summit 2025

DESIGN YOUR BLUEPRINT · BUILD A FOUNDATION · FIND YOUR PEOPLE

Saturday, September 27, 2025
Check In Starts At 7:00 AM

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The Michigan Maker Summit is not just another conference—it’s a hands-on, community-driven event designed to give you the tools, knowledge, and connections you need to succeed. We’re bringing together the best minds in the industry for a day of practical, actionable learning.

This is your chance to get hands-on with the latest equipment, including UV printers, Fiber lasers, CO2 lasers, 3D printers, and more. You'll have the opportunity to see the machines in action and get a feel for the technology that can transform your business.

What Makes This Summit Different?

When

Saturday, September 27, 2025

7:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Where

Oakfield Baptist Field House

11128 14 Mile Rd NE, Rockford, MI 49341

Lodging: We have secured a block of rooms under Michigan Maker Summit for the nights of the 26th and 27th at the AmericInn by Wyndham Greenville 616-754-4500 2525 W. Washington, Greenville, MI, 48838

SUMMIT HOST

Great Lakes Laser Supply

Blake Sanborn

SUMMIT SPEAKERS

Mark Collier

Big Blue Laser Designs

Will Louie

Crazy Laser Dad Blanks

Tong Li

AP Lazer

Tony Miller

AP Lazer

Breakout Sessions Include

“From Box to Bow: The Art of Final Packaging” - Kathryn Ewers

“Design 3D Printed Jigs with FreeCAD & Why You Need a 3D Printer” - Travis & Jay Gale

“Design, Engrave, & Press a Hat Patch with XCS & LightBurn” - Maria Walberer

“High-Resolution Photo Engraving Using a Fiber Laser & LightBurn” - Allen Miller

“Build Your Brand: Social Media for Makers” - Nick Vespa

“High-Resolution Photo Engraving Using a Co2 Laser & LightBurn” - Derek Li

“Beyond the Surface: Depth Engraving with XCS” - Ben Henry & Jaccobb Romero

“Substrates & textures, How to achieve stunning UV prints!” - Skye Blackledge