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Organization

2026-06-04T18:46:44Z

Valerie: Updated current/past roles

Asmbly's organization structure consists of two main groups: the board, who are in charge of strategy and governance, and volunteer leaders and paid staff, who are in charge of getting stuff done. Sometimes an individual volunteer serves in multiple roles, but this isn't always the case. See [[Leadership]] for info on current and past appointments.

While the organization chart below reflects reporting structure within Asmbly, we as an organization value collaboration and see all positions as having direct relationships with one another so that we may effectively reach our shared goals.

[[File:Asmbly Org Chart.png|frameless|800x800px]]

== The Board ==
Asmbly's board consists of a President, a Secretary, a Treasurer, and (as of 2026) five "at large" board members with no specific duties. Board terms are staggered so not everybody's up for replacement in the same year. Officially board terms are two years, but people can be replaced mid-term by either resignation or ejection. At this time, new board members are elected by majority of the current board.

The Board operates according to Asmbly's bylaws, as amended from time to time. These (and other Asmbly public documents) may be found [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1d6pFaw7LAfkfgCCxQQfldOosOEJSG0v9 here]. Minutes of board meetings may be found [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1izGozNaR1nJrbMZfT-XMzEZSffJKgcq5 here] once they've been reviewed and accepted by the board.

For more detailed information about the board, see [[Board of Directors]].

;President
: The board president owns the agenda and generally runs board meetings. Asmbly's president is a voting member of the board.

;Secretary
: The board secretary is responsible for meeting minutes, governing documents, and official policies of Asmbly.

;Treasurer
: The board treasurer is responsible for Asmbly's overall budget. As of now the treasurer is also responsible for day-to-day accounts receivable and payable, but could be a staff or assistant volunteer responsibility in the future.

;At-Large Board Members
: An At-Large board member doesn't have any specific responsibilities beyond participating in board work and voting on motions before the board.

== Volunteer/Paid Leaders ==
The day-to-day operation of Asmbly is largely driven by volunteer leaders, although we aim to someday transition all of these to paid positions. Some of these roles are filled by board members but none of them need be. Each volunteer/paid leader is essentially the top of an ad-hoc pyramid; they may manage their teams and delegate as they see fit, but are ultimately responsible that stuff gets done.

;Executive Director
: The Executive Director has overall authority over all staff and volunteers at Asmbly, answering only to the board.

;Director of Education & Outreach
:The Director of Education & Outreach is a paid leadership position at Asmbly that has authority over everything related to classes and training, including instructors, curricula and scheduling, as well as events and community partnerships. This person manages the Education Team to ensure programs run smoothly and works with the volunteer Outreach Committee to help expand Asmbly's reach and educational offerings.

;Facilities Manager
:The Facilities Manager leads the Facilities Team which includes Facilities Coordinators, Shop Area Leads, and Kiln Operators. They oversee and maintain the physical space and its infrastructure, including space planning, networks, utilities, HVAC, and access controls. The Facilities Manager has authority on project planning and execution as well as operational policies and procedures. They help develop and enforce operational policies and procedures within shops in collaboration with Shop Area Leads. They are also responsible for ensuring that all necessary tasks are accomplished including purchase orders and overseeing tool acquisitions/dispositions.
:
;Shop Area Leads
:Each major shop area may have designated shop area leads. These individuals take on a leadership role within their designated areas to ensure that equipment is well maintained, in good working order, and meets the needs of membership. They work closely with other leaders, staff, and stewards in their designated areas.
:More details about this program can be found [https://wiki.asmbly.org/index.php/Shop_Area_Leads_Program here].

==Unfilled Leadership Roles ==
Asmbly is interested in filling additional leadership roles if/when we can find the right volunteers

;Director of IT
:The Director of IT has authority over everything IT related at Asmbly, including computers onsite, automations and networking. For more details on this role, as well as other roles within the IT Team, see [[IT Team]].

==Staff==
Asmbly has a limited number of paid staff who are responsible for ensuring some of the basic critical operations of the organization are maintained. Below are roles that currently exist (full job descriptions available [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_HF4ff9PuQK7FZoHqpNYpAqv-rIYLBSX?usp=drive_link here]).

;Membership & Volunteer Coordinator
:The Membership Coordinator is responsible for responding to emails sent to [mailto:membership@asmbly.org membership@asmbly.org] and leading weekly orientation sessions. They help members with any onboarding or system issues they experience. They collaborate with all other departments in the organization to ensure the needs of the membership are met. They actively engage members in the community to help members feel connected and supported. They organize volunteer committees to help Asmbly's operations and goals.

;Education Coordinator
:The Education Coordinator is responsible for ensuring classes are on the schedule, ideally at least 45 days in advance. They onboard new instructors, respond to class requests, determine appropriate cadence for classes, and other administrative tasks related to education. They work closely with other members of the Education Team to ensure education offerings at Asmbly are high quality and readily available.

;Staff Instructor
:The Staff Instructor is a balance of instruction, creation, and coordination. The Staff Instructor regularly teaches and develops classes, while working with the Education Team to coordinate and expand operations and outreach efforts. They work closely with other members of the Education Team to ensure education offerings at Asmbly are high quality and readily available.

;Facilities Coordinator
:The Facilities Coordinator is responsible for the physical space and its infrastructure, including space planning, networks, utilities, HVAC, and access controls. Volunteer stewards work closely with the Facilities Coordinator to ensure tool maintenance and repair is taken care of. The Facilities Coordinator helps develop and enforce operational policies and procedures within shops in collaboration with Shop Area Leads. They are also responsible for completing purchase orders and overseeing tool acquisitions. The Facilities Coordinator must be comfortable thinking creatively to solve problems in a timely and cost-effective manner.

;Kiln Operator
:The Kiln Operator ensures the all kilns run smoothly, taking precautions to ensure there is minimal breakage for bisque firings and successful oxidized color for glaze firings. They maintain timely and consistent firing spreadsheets and schedules, coordinate with the Ceramics Shop Area Lead and Education Team as needed to support class schedules and firings for members.

;Lead Ceramics Studio Technician
:The Lead Ceramics Studio Technician oversees the Studio Techician and Kiln Operations team. In addition to hands-on studio and kiln work, the Lead sets and maintains the operator schedule for firings and watch shifts, coordinates with the Education Team on class firing timing, manages test firings, and ensures clear communication with members, instructors, and staff on firing status and studio issues. The Lead is also responsible for ongoing equipment maintenance and vendor coordination.

; Media & Marketing Coordinator
: The Media & Marketing Coordinator helps tell Asmbly’s story by capturing, organizing, and sharing the creativity happening in our community. This role combines hands-on media production with volunteer and contractor coordination to create compelling content and maintain digital assets. The Coordinator works closely with staff, instructors, volunteers, and leadership to showcase member projects, produce artist features, and support outreach efforts. This was a temporary position in 2025 that was funded through a staffing grant awarded to Asmbly.

;

==Past Roles ==
These are roles that have existed at some point in Asmbly's history that are not part of the organization structure today.

;Lead Instructor
:The Lead Instructor is responsible for vetting instructors and evaluating new classes. They assist instructors in developing teaching skills as well as class curriculum. They work closely with other members of the Education Team to provide input on class cadence, size, and complexity level.

;Program Manager
:The Program Manger is a paid leadership position at Asmbly that oversees our three core pillars: education, membership, and outreach. This person manages Education and Membership teams to ensure programs run smoothly and works closely with the Director of Outreach on expanding Asmbly's reach.

;General Manager
:The General Manager has authority over all goings-on in the space, including tool acquisition/disposition, project planning and execution, member onboarding and discipline, operational policies and procedures. The General Manager also has authority over the space and its infrastructure, including space planning, networks, utilities, HVAC, and access controls. Volunteer stewards report to the General Manager and work with them to ensure tool maintenance and repair is taken care of.

;Director of Outreach
: The Director of Outreach has authority over Asmbly's outreach efforts, including partnerships and sponsorships, outreach programs and events.

; Lead Kiln Operator
:In addition to the regular duties of Kiln Operators, the Lead Kiln Operator manages the kiln schedule both in establishing the types of firings that will run and assigning shifts to Kiln Operators. They ensure effective communication of kiln operations to staff, teachers, members, and students. The Lead Kiln Operator also manages test fires and maintenance as needed.

[[Category:Operations]]

Leadership

2026-06-04T18:42:49Z

Valerie: Added new staff

This page reflects leadership appointments at Asmbly. For details on our organization structure and leadership positions, see [[Organization]].

== 2026 ==

=== Board ===
* Interim President - James Freeman
* Secretary - Austin Kasper
* Treasurer - Nancy Reiter
* At-large - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - Jordan Varat
* At-large - Art Zamorano
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot

==== Committees ====
* Director of IT - Valerie Wilmot (interim)
* Lead Developer - Robby Nevels
* Systems Lead - Natanael Monroy
* Infrastructure & Security Lead -

==== Shop Area Leads ====
* Lead Metal Shop Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Lasers Steward - Nick Emerson
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Wood Lathe - JD Murphy
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Stanton Martin
* Lead Textiles Steward - Branislav Curanovic

==== Former Appointments ====
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Juliana Renner Ely (ended in January)
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat (ended in January)
* Board President - Jon Eklund (ended in February)
* Infrastructure & Security Lead - Jon Eklund (ended in February)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - John Vaughn (ended in May)

=== Paid Staff ===
* Facilities Manager - Robert Szabo
* Director of Education & Outreach - Adam Stow
* Facilities Coordinator - Sarah Martin
* Staff Instructor - Jason Sollman
* Kiln Operator - Perla Darnell
* Backup Kiln Operator - Chase Hunter
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* Lead Ceramics Studio Technician - Katy David
* Youth & Family Program Coordinator - April Ferrante
* Maker Camp Counselor - Tatyana Evans
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Jenn Xia

==== Former Staff ====
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Alex Gao (ended in January)
* Lead Kiln Operator - Seth White (ended in January)
* Lead Kiln Operator - Grace Mendenhall (ended in May)

== 2025 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot

==== Committees ====
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Director of IT -
* Lead Developer - Robby Nevels
* Systems Lead - Natanael Monroy
* Infrastructure & Security Lead - Jon Eklund

==== Shop Area Leads ====
* Lead Metal Shop Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Lasers Steward - Nick Emerson
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Wood Lathe - JD Murphy
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - John Vaughn
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Juliana Renner Ely
* Lead Textiles Steward - Branislav Curanovic

==== Former Appointments ====
* Director of IT - Taylor Gates (ended in September)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - JD Murphy (transitioned in September)
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes (ended in September)
* Interim Lead Textiles Steward - Nick Emerson (ended in July)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stoney Godly (ended in April)
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard (ended in February)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens (ended in February)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal (ended in January)

=== Paid Staff ===
* Facilities Manager - Robert Szabo
* Director of Education - Adam Stow
* Facilities Coordinator - Sarah Martin
* Staff Instructor - Jason Sollman
* Lead Kiln Operator -
* Kiln Operator - Perla Darnell
* Backup Kiln Operator - Chase Hunter
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Alex Gao

==== Former Staff ====
* Facilities Coordinator - Michelle Wilson (ended in June)
* Ceramics Lead - Laurel Dundee (ended in May)
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow (promoted in March)
* Program Manager - Mikey Huff (ended in March)
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller (ended in January)

== 2024 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Metal Shop Machining Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Enoch Riese (ended October)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Charlie Staley (ended in August)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Bill May (ended in July)
* Lead Wood Lathe - David Disko (ended in July)
* Lead Electronics - David Disko (ended in July)

=== Paid Staff ===

* Program Manager - Mikey Huff
* Facilities Coordinator - Robert Szabo
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* General Manager - Shane Nestle (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko (ended in July)

== 2023 ==
=== Board ===
* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat (appointed in June)

=== Paid Staff ===

* General Manager - Shane Nestle (started in December)
* Education Coordinator - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Sid Holderbach (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko

== 2022 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Director of Development - Randall Ward
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley

=== Paid Leaders ===
* Director of Education - David Disko

=== Paid Staff ===

* Membership Coordinator - Lisa Edwards
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee
* Membership Coordinator - Matthew Miller

== 2021 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Eric Peterson
* At-large - Joe Ngo

[[Category:Operations]]

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - Jon Eklund
* Director of Facilities - Eric Peterson
* Director of Education - Scott Wynd
* Director of Communication - Joe Ngo

Organization

2026-06-02T15:51:45Z

Valerie: Added link to new standalone Board of Directors wiki page

Asmbly's organization structure consists of two main groups: the board, who are in charge of strategy and governance, and volunteer leaders and paid staff, who are in charge of getting stuff done. Sometimes an individual volunteer serves in multiple roles, but this isn't always the case. See [[Leadership]] for info on current and past appointments.

While the organization chart below reflects reporting structure within Asmbly, we as an organization value collaboration and see all positions as having direct relationships with one another so that we may effectively reach our shared goals.

[[File:Asmbly Org Chart.png|frameless|800x800px]]

== The Board ==
Asmbly's board consists of a President, a Secretary, a Treasurer, and (as of 2026) five "at large" board members with no specific duties. Board terms are staggered so not everybody's up for replacement in the same year. Officially board terms are two years, but people can be replaced mid-term by either resignation or ejection. At this time, new board members are elected by majority of the current board.

The Board operates according to Asmbly's bylaws, as amended from time to time. These (and other Asmbly public documents) may be found [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1d6pFaw7LAfkfgCCxQQfldOosOEJSG0v9 here]. Minutes of board meetings may be found [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1izGozNaR1nJrbMZfT-XMzEZSffJKgcq5 here] once they've been reviewed and accepted by the board.

For more detailed information about the board, see [[Board of Directors]].

;President
: The board president owns the agenda and generally runs board meetings. Asmbly's president is a voting member of the board.

;Secretary
: The board secretary is responsible for meeting minutes, governing documents, and official policies of Asmbly.

;Treasurer
: The board treasurer is responsible for Asmbly's overall budget. As of now the treasurer is also responsible for day-to-day accounts receivable and payable, but could be a staff or assistant volunteer responsibility in the future.

;At-Large Board Members
: An At-Large board member doesn't have any specific responsibilities beyond participating in board work and voting on motions before the board.

== Volunteer/Paid Leaders ==
The day-to-day operation of Asmbly is largely driven by volunteer leaders, although we aim to someday transition all of these to paid positions. Some of these roles are filled by board members but none of them need be. Each volunteer/paid leader is essentially the top of an ad-hoc pyramid; they may manage their teams and delegate as they see fit, but are ultimately responsible that stuff gets done.

;Executive Director
: The Executive Director has overall authority over all staff and volunteers at Asmbly, answering only to the board.

;Director of Education & Outreach
:The Director of Education & Outreach is a paid leadership position at Asmbly that has authority over everything related to classes and training, including instructors, curricula and scheduling, as well as events and community partnerships. This person manages the Education Team to ensure programs run smoothly and works with the volunteer Outreach Committee to help expand Asmbly's reach and educational offerings.

;Facilities Manager
:The Facilities Manager leads the Facilities Team which includes Facilities Coordinators, Shop Area Leads, and Kiln Operators. They oversee and maintain the physical space and its infrastructure, including space planning, networks, utilities, HVAC, and access controls. The Facilities Manager has authority on project planning and execution as well as operational policies and procedures. They help develop and enforce operational policies and procedures within shops in collaboration with Shop Area Leads. They are also responsible for ensuring that all necessary tasks are accomplished including purchase orders and overseeing tool acquisitions/dispositions.
:
;Shop Area Leads
:Each major shop area may have designated shop area leads. These individuals take on a leadership role within their designated areas to ensure that equipment is well maintained, in good working order, and meets the needs of membership. They work closely with other leaders, staff, and stewards in their designated areas.
:More details about this program can be found [https://wiki.asmbly.org/index.php/Shop_Area_Leads_Program here].

==Unfilled Leadership Roles ==
Asmbly is interested in filling additional leadership roles if/when we can find the right volunteers

;Director of IT
:The Director of IT has authority over everything IT related at Asmbly, including computers onsite, automations and networking. For more details on this role, as well as other roles within the IT Team, see [[IT Team]].

==Staff==
Asmbly has a limited number of paid staff who are responsible for ensuring some of the basic critical operations of the organization are maintained. Below are roles that currently exist (full job descriptions available [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_HF4ff9PuQK7FZoHqpNYpAqv-rIYLBSX?usp=drive_link here]).

;Membership & Volunteer Coordinator
:The Membership Coordinator is responsible for responding to emails sent to [mailto:membership@asmbly.org membership@asmbly.org] and leading weekly orientation sessions. They help members with any onboarding or system issues they experience. They collaborate with all other departments in the organization to ensure the needs of the membership are met. They actively engage members in the community to help members feel connected and supported. They organize volunteer committees to help Asmbly's operations and goals.

;Education Coordinator
:The Education Coordinator is responsible for ensuring classes are on the schedule, ideally at least 45 days in advance. They onboard new instructors, respond to class requests, determine appropriate cadence for classes, and other administrative tasks related to education. They work closely with other members of the Education Team to ensure education offerings at Asmbly are high quality and readily available.

;Staff Instructor
:The Staff Instructor is a balance of instruction, creation, and coordination. The Staff Instructor regularly teaches and develops classes, while working with the Education Team to coordinate and expand operations and outreach efforts. They work closely with other members of the Education Team to ensure education offerings at Asmbly are high quality and readily available.

;Facilities Coordinator
:The Facilities Coordinator is responsible for the physical space and its infrastructure, including space planning, networks, utilities, HVAC, and access controls. Volunteer stewards work closely with the Facilities Coordinator to ensure tool maintenance and repair is taken care of. The Facilities Coordinator helps develop and enforce operational policies and procedures within shops in collaboration with Shop Area Leads. They are also responsible for completing purchase orders and overseeing tool acquisitions. The Facilities Coordinator must be comfortable thinking creatively to solve problems in a timely and cost-effective manner.

;Kiln Operator
:The Kiln Operator ensures the all kilns run smoothly, taking precautions to ensure there is minimal breakage for bisque firings and successful oxidized color for glaze firings. They maintain timely and consistent firing spreadsheets and schedules, coordinate with the Ceramic Lead and Education Team as needed to support class schedules and firings for members.

;Lead Kiln Operator
:In addition to the regular duties of Kiln Operators, the Lead Kiln Operator manages the kiln schedule both in establishing the types of firings that will run and assigning shifts to Kiln Operators. They ensure effective communication of kiln operations to staff, teachers, members, and students. The Lead Kiln Operator also manages test fires and maintenance as needed.

;

==Past Roles ==
These are roles that have existed at some point in Asmbly's history that are not part of the organization structure today.

;Lead Instructor
:The Lead Instructor is responsible for vetting instructors and evaluating new classes. They assist instructors in developing teaching skills as well as class curriculum. They work closely with other members of the Education Team to provide input on class cadence, size, and complexity level.

;Program Manager
:The Program Manger is a paid leadership position at Asmbly that oversees our three core pillars: education, membership, and outreach. This person manages Education and Membership teams to ensure programs run smoothly and works closely with the Director of Outreach on expanding Asmbly's reach.

;General Manager
:The General Manager has authority over all goings-on in the space, including tool acquisition/disposition, project planning and execution, member onboarding and discipline, operational policies and procedures. The General Manager also has authority over the space and its infrastructure, including space planning, networks, utilities, HVAC, and access controls. Volunteer stewards report to the General Manager and work with them to ensure tool maintenance and repair is taken care of.

;Director of Outreach
: The Director of Outreach has authority over Asmbly's outreach efforts, including partnerships and sponsorships, outreach programs and events.

; Media & Marketing Coordinator
: The Media & Marketing Coordinator helps tell Asmbly’s story by capturing, organizing, and sharing the creativity happening in our community. This role combines hands-on media production with volunteer and contractor coordination to create compelling content and maintain digital assets. The Coordinator works closely with staff, instructors, volunteers, and leadership to showcase member projects, produce artist features, and support outreach efforts. This was a temporary position in 2025 that was funded through a staffing grant awarded to Asmbly.

[[Category:Operations]]

Ceramics Volunteer

2026-05-29T21:17:54Z

Valerie: Added ops category

Ceramics stewardship at Asmbly is crucial to the success of the shop and grants access to unique membership benefits. As a ceramics steward, you will be responsible for assisting members, prepping class materials, and maintaining the shop, but we also encourage you to shape the ceramics space and culture. You're an Asmbly ambassador! Here’s what you need to know about ceramics stewardship. To get started, fill out the [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdUdobpO5l-AqfbXgf-h8luPiYt7mFzzdTEZmAf_CchDI-WzA/viewform volunteer form].

==== Ceramics Steward Duties ====

===== Member Assistance =====
* Help members with clay and tool knowledge
* Answer questions and provide guidance
* Do not work on your own projects while serving as a Steward

===== Class Support =====
* Trim leather-hard cylinders for Beginner Wheel classes
* Assist non-members in accessing their finished class pieces
* Help students with clay and tool knowledge

===== Studio Maintenance =====
* Clean and organize the studio to ensure a safe and functional space
* Report Problems to the appropriate channels
* Create and update wiki pages for ceramics equipment
* [[Ceramics Safety and Information (CSI) Syllabus|Host CSIs (Ceramics Safety & Information classes)]]

===== Community Support =====

* Create a program like [[Clay Recycling Program|clay recycling]], show off your skills at a [https://asmbly.org/demo-day/ demo day], or propose a project that draws new members in or improves the experience for existing ones! Talk to the ceramics shop lead about your ideas.

===== Steward Task List =====

====== Daily Tasks ======

# Studio Cleanliness & Organization
#* Report unclean or damaged areas via the problem report QR code.
#* Hose down 3–4 aprons, hang outside to dry, bring in at shift end.
#* Empty drying racks at sinks; return everything to their proper locations.
#* Tidy wareboard stacks by size.
#* Wash down sinks and remove clay debris from bottoms.
#* Clean clay traps
#* Mop floors—focus under tables and wheel stations.
#* Clean sponges, bowls, and tools as needed.
# Member & Visitor Assistance
#* Answer member questions on policy, tools, or clay techniques.
#* Assist non-members with pickup (verify ID matches slip).
# Waste & Recycling
#* Combine trash; take to Asmbly-labeled dumpsters.
#* Take out recycling.
# Tools & Glazes
#* Check wax resist brushes and re-clean with hot water or alcohol, if needed.
#* Tidy glaze table and glaze area.
# General Upkeep
#* Wipe down tables.
#* Catch up on <code>#ceramics</code> Slack channel.

====== Weekly Tasks ======

* Update or add to Wiki pages.
* Restock Buffalo Wallow, Cinco Blanco, and Porcelain from storage (if able).
* Sign up for CSI & Steward-on-Duty shifts (via Signup Genius).
* Windex ceramics hallway and entrance doors.
* Wipe down empty shelves.
* Clean slab roller canvas and metal.
* Clean extruder.
* Replace paper towel rolls and refill soap dispensers.
* Clean clay trap (if trained—ask the Ceramics Shop Lead).

====== Monthly Tasks ======

* Deep clean: mop entire floor with cleaner.
* Reset and restock bathroom.

==== Ceramics Steward Benefits ====

To recognize volunteer contributions, we offer credits toward membership and shelf space.

===== Free Shelf Option =====
'''16 Volunteer Hours''' = One Month of Base Membership + Ceramics Studio Access.

'''At least 8''' of those hours must be ceramics shifts (Shifts are [https://classes.asmbly.org/event/332?eventId=84278 CSI hosting] and Steward On Duty times. Volunteering in ceramics outside of these shifts does not count toward this 8 hour total).

Volunteers who meet the above requirements are eligible for a '''free half shelf'''.

* This is '''capped at 4 volunteers/month.'''
* Volunteers can sign up for shifts through SignUpGenius, which they will have access to after completing onboarding.
* This membership tier gives you access to '''all''' Asmbly shops.

=====Paid Shelf Option=====
Volunteers are eligible to purchase shelves at a discounted rate.

Redeem '''12 Volunteer Hours''' to purchase a ceramics shelf at the below rates:

* Half Shelf: $80/month
* Full Shelf: $155/month

These hours can be from volunteering anywhere at Asmbly. They do not need to be ceramics shifts.

Aside from the above distinctions, the [[Volunteering at Asmbly|base volunteer terms and benefits]] apply.
==== Ceramics Steward Requirements ====
In order to become a Ceramics Steward, you must:
* Complete all base [[Volunteering at Asmbly|volunteer requirements]]
* Shadow a CSI and a Steward on Duty shift
* Sign up for shifts!

==== Volunteer Opportunities ====

To best help Asmbly, you can sign up to volunteer during the below time blocks.

* Saturdays 12-4 PM
* Tuesdays 6-8 PM

These time blocks will be available to you to sign up for after meeting the ceramics steward requirements.

If you cannot commit to 2-4 hours within these time blocks, you can absolutely volunteer at other times by editing wiki pages, cleaning the shop, trimming pots, or other tasks as determined by the Ceramics Shop Lead. Please note that you can only claim a free half shelf ceramics membership if 8 of your volunteer hours are CSIs and/or SOD shifts.
[[Category:Operations]]

Volunteering at Asmbly

2026-05-29T21:17:21Z

Valerie: Added ops category

Asmbly's Volunteer program gives members a way to earn free membership through service at Asmbly, which in turn helps keep the space running at low cost. It's also a great way to have a direct impact on Asmbly and the decisions made for the organization.

12 hours of volunteering gets you 1 free month of membership. Hours expire after one calendar year, so it is OK if it takes you more than 1 month to work 12 hours.

There are no minimum requirements for hours logged per month. You may choose to leave the program any time you wish without negative impact to your membership.

You do not need to be an active member to volunteer, but volunteers who do not have an active membership are limited to specific supervised days and hours to be determined by space leads. '''If you are interested in volunteering in our Ceramics space, more information can be found [[Ceramics Volunteer|here]].'''
====Requirements====
*Sign up and be approved using the [https://forms.gle/FhwpLjpT8htEnvZm7 form link]
*Use Asmbly Slack as directed to communicate with others
*Wear provided name tag for identification
*Track hours in Alta Open and enter work descriptions in Google Sheets
*Focus on volunteer tasks during booked time, no working on personal projects while on-duty
====Volunteer Duties====
Volunteers might not have troubleshooting experience with any particular machines or be subject matter experts in any domain, but they are '''friendly folks willing to help''' members navigate Asmbly physically or digitally to help find solutions.
======Ways Anyone Can Volunteer======
*Help members find answers to their questions
*Help students get to their classes
*Check supplies and communicate needs
*Move package deliveries to "pending pick up" zone in Textiles
*General cleaning - emptying trash, cleaning out scrap carts, etc.
*Quick tours for drop by prospective members
*Host Asmbly orientations
*Host the Community Social Hour
*Help update the Asmbly wiki
*Collaborate with staff to create educational and outreach opportunities
======Tool Maintenance======
While troubleshooting experience with machines is not strictly required, volunteers performing tool maintenance should have at least one machine at Asmbly they feel thoroughly comfortable or expert in. Additionally, they should have a '''strong desire to learn more about machine maintenance''' and a willingness to research and work alongside experts to learn. Before performing tool maintenance as a new volunteer, the Facilities Coordinator or a Space Lead must sign off.
*Check preventative maintenance logs
*Perform machine maintenance/repair
*Develop maintenance schedule(s)
*Identify machine issues and parts needed, then report accordingly
*Special projects that have been approved by leadership
====Logging Time====
======On Site Work======
#"Badge In" and "Badge Out" using Alta Open. The buttons are located under the "Storage Lockers" tab.
#Use your provided Google Sheet to track your time and provide work descriptions.
#Contact the Volunteer Coordinator when you would like to redeem a free month of membership.
======Off Site Work======
#Use your provided Google Sheet to track your time and provide work descriptions. You can edit the time sheet if there are errors. Please provide a work description for and time logged.
#Contact the Volunteer Coordinator when you would like to redeem a free month of membership.
If you have a membership renewal coming up and know you have logged 12 hours, contact the Volunteer Coordinator via Slack or email membership@asmbly.org '''at least 48 hours before your membership renewal date''' to request an hours check.
====Volunteer Benefits and Terms====
#'''Earned Free Months:''' Accumulating 12 hours of volunteering gets you 1 free month of membership.
#'''Expiration of Hours:''' You have one calendar year from the day you reach 12 hours to redeem your free month. For example, if you log 12 hours as of February 1st, 2024, and do not redeem them, they will be forfeited on February 1st, 2025.
#'''Redemption:''' You can redeem your free months of membership at separate times. Free membership can only be redeemed in one-month units. For instance, if you've logged 24 hours of volunteer time, you could choose to redeem one free month in March and another in July.
#'''Gifting Free Months:''' You can also gift your free months of membership. If you choose to do so, Asmbly will create a single-use gift certificate with the appropriate expiration date.
#'''Flexible Participation:''' There are no minimum requirements for hours logged per month. You may choose to leave the program at any time without a negative impact on your membership.
====Staying in the Program====
#'''Don't game the system.''' While you are on duty, you are doing volunteer work for Asmbly. Do not work on personal projects during this time.
#'''Maintain good membership standing.''' Quickly resolve any payment lapses and do not get your membership suspended or terminated.
[[Category:Operations]]

Tormach PCNC 1100

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Valerie: Added owned and machining category to source edit

{{Required|Tormach}}

The Tormach PCNC 1100 is in an enclosure in the corner of the metal shop, to the right of the Rong Fu RF-45 Mill.

{{ToolPhoto|TormachPCNC1100-2025.jpg}}

[https://tormach.com/support/mill/pcnc-1100-series-3-documents Tormach PCNC 1100 Series 3]

*1.5hp R8 Spindle
*Table Size: 34" x 9.5"
*Table Slots: 3 Slots 5/8"
*Travel: 18" x 9.5" x 16.25" (X,Y,Z)
*Spindle Nose to Table: 17" maximum
* Spindle Center to Column: 11"
*Spindle Nose Diameter: 3 3/8"
*Max Workpiece : 500 lbs Maximum

==Safety==

{{UniversalSafety}}

====Equipment-Specific Safety====
[[Tormach Class]] is required to use this tool.

No special PPE is required to use this tool, but hearing protection is advised in addition to the general shop requirements of safety glasses and closed-toed shoes. Safety glasses may be found on a shelf on the back side of the Tormach enclosure, near the [[Central_Machinery_Horizontal_Bandsaw|horizontal bandsaw]].

This machine rotates the spindle very rapidly. Don't wear loose clothing when operating this machine. It may be hard to see exactly where rapidly spinning tools are, particularly fly cutters.

Do not reach into the enclosure while the machine is moving. The space bar triggers FEEDHOLD, which stops feeding, but '''does not stop the spindle'''. Stop the spindle as well as stopping feeding (bed movement) by sliding the RPM slider to 0% on the console. The STOP button will reset your program to the beginning.

Keep the enclosure doors closed as much as possible. Objects may be sent flying in any direction, including detached pieces, or the entire part being machined if work holding fails.
==Use Case==

The Tormach is used for [[wikipedia:Numerical_control|CNC machining]]. It can be used to create precise parts out of a variety of metals and plastics.

==Materials==

====Acceptable Materials====

With the proper tooling, many materials can be machined. Common choices include Aluminum, Steel, and Acetal plastic ("Delrin").

====Maximum Sizes and Weights====

*Size: 18" x 9.5" x 16.25" (X,Y,Z)
*Weight: 500 lbs

====Consumables====
Pre-mixed cutting fluid is provided on shelves to the right of the machine, behind the computer stand. If there is no pre-mixed fluid remaining, distilled water can be used temporarily. Contact a steward or submit a problem report if there are less than 4 bottles of coolant.

==== Feeds and Speeds====

The Tormach is configured in the High Belt position, which gives a range of 250-5140 RPM at the spindle. [https://provencut.com/ ProvenCut] is a good source for tested feeds and speeds.
==Setup==

====Controls ====

There is a rotary power switch inside the enclosure on the right side of the machine. There is a power button and an emergency stop button (E-stop) above the enclosure doors. The console is on a swinging arm on the right side of the enclosure. The jog dial works, but is not great for controlling the machine. The arrow keys and Page Up/Dn move the bed while the machine is idle.{{Note|type=warning|text=To stop feeding, hit the spacebar or click FEEDHOLD. To stop feeding and also stop the spindle rotation, hit the E-Stop button, the ESC key or click STOP.}}The lights inside the enclosure are controlled by turning on/off the power strip on top. <gallery>
File:Tormach Light Switch.jpg|Enclosure lights power switch
</gallery>

==== Basic Operation====
Using this tool requires you to book time in [https://asmbly.skedda.com/booking Skedda] under "Metal Shop - Tormach".

=====Turning on the Machine=====
*Check the oiler, which is on the lower left side of the machine. Contact a steward if the oil level is low. If you turn the machine on while the oil level is low it will make a very loud alarm noise and the alarm LED will flash. The oiler wants ISO VG 68 oil, like Mobil Vectra 2 Way Oil.<gallery>
File:Tormach Oiler.jpg|Oil reservoir level
</gallery>
*Turn on the rotary power switch, found on the right side of the machine, inside the enclosure
* When the console comes on, click on Mill to enter the control interface
* Check the coolant pressure. Open the valve fully and click the COOLANT button on the console (shortcut ALT-F). The stream should have enough pressure to remain straight over several inches. If you need to add coolant, it is kept in pre-mixed gallon bottles to the right of the machine, behind the computer stand. Give it a good shake to mix it before adding it to the reservoir. You can pour the coolant into the drain in the enclosure. Pay attention to the coolant pressure as you operate the tool. If it gets low, pause your job and add more coolant. Overfilling will cause the coolant reservoir to leak onto the floor.

<gallery>
File:Tormach Coolant Flow Good.jpg|Good coolant flow
File:Tormach Low Coolant Pressure.jpg|Insufficient flow
</gallery>

=====Transferring Files=====
*There is a USB Hub that can read FAT-formatted USB drives. Use the FILES tab in the console to transfer files to the console
*You can transfer files over the network
**Browse the Asmbly wifi network for <code>tormachpcnc</code> and mount the <code>gcode</code> share as a guest, or connect to <code>smb://tormachpcnc</code> (Mac) or <code>\\tormachpcnc</code> (Windows)

=====Preparing Tools=====

*Tool holders and a limited selection of tools can be found in the black cabinet under the bench.
**For common tool sizes, 1/8", 1/4", 3/8", and 1/2" ER20 collets are available, as are two sizes of drill chuck. See [https://tormach.com/media/asset/t/d/td10408_tts_cnc_operators_set_0820a.pdf the descriptions here] for details.
** To place a tool in an ER20 collet, choose the correct size of collet and ensure it is free of chips, place into the collet nut so that the face of the collet is flush with the nut, lightly tighten the nut onto the tool holder, insert the tool, tighten the nut.
**There is a [https://tormach.com/compact-tts-tool-tightening-fixture-33034.html tool tightening fixture] mounted on the bench. To tighten, insert the collet in the right side of the bushing and tighten with the wrench. To loosen, insert the collet in the left side of the bushing and loosen with the wrench<gallery>
File:TTSTightening.png|Location of TTS tightening tools.
</gallery>
*After securing tools in the tool holder, measure their lengths using the [https://tormach.com/small-granite-surface-plate-w-integrated-tool-hole-31713.html surface plate] and height gauge
**Place the tool holder in the hole in the surface plate
**Turn on the micrometer, adjust the measuring tip to rest on the surface plate and zero it
**Raise the measuring tip to the top of the tool
**Record the length in the OFFSETS screen of the console with the appropriate tool number
**Place the tool into the laser cut holder

=====Inserting & Removing Tools=====
*To insert:
**Open the spindle cover door
**Immobilize the spindle using the locking arm
**Place the tool holder into the collet and hold with your left hand
**Tighten the drawbar using the wrench (kept above and to the left of the enclosure doors)
**Move the locking arm out of the way
**Close and secure the spindle cover door. If it won't close, you may have left the locking arm in place
* To remove:
**Open the spindle cover door
**Immobilize the spindle using the locking arm
** Hold the tool holder with your left hand
**Loosen the drawbar using the wrench
**If the tool holder doesn't come loose, make sure you're holding the tool holder and lightly tap the top of the drawbar with the back of the wrench
**Move the locking arm out of the way
**Close and secure the spindle cover door

=====Work Holding =====
{{Note|type=warning|text=Treat the fixture plate as a precision instrument. It is precision ground out of 6061 Aluminum, and won't function correctly for long term use if it excessively nicked or scratched.}}
*[https://saundersmachineworks.com/products/tormach_1100_aluminum_fixture_plate Saunders Machine Works fixture plate]
**The fixture plate allows for precision, repeatable placement of vises and fixtures, greatly improving the speed of making multiple parts.
**'''The fixture plate is 34" x 12". The Tormach travel is only 18" x 9.5". This means that much of the fixture plate can't be reached by the spindle, so before fixturing a part to the table, make sure it will be accessible.'''
**The fixture plate is trammed to the mill table movement. Do not loosen or remove the low-profile screws in the fixture plate that secure it to the mill table, it is quite difficult to re-tram and in almost all cases, unnecessary to remove.
**The holes are spaced 1.25" on-center
**Each hole in the fixture plate will accept a 1/2" dowel pin for alignment or work stop use, and is also threaded for standard 1/2-13 bolts.
**To preserve the integrity of the threads in all of these holes, each hole is plugged with a black rubber plug when not in use. You should not operate the mill with any exposed holes, they should always have either a plug, a dowel, or a bolt in them. This keeps chips and coolant out and makes cleanup much simpler.
** To remove and replace the plugs, there is hook / pick tool in the tool chest. Pierce the center dot on the plugs with the pick, twist, and pull up. This motion will eventually deteriorate the plugs. If they appear to be in need of replacement, more are available in the tool chest, but simply piercing the center dot doesn't render them inoperable.
**The fixture plate works best with fixtures or mod vises. If you want to use a standard machine vise, it will bolt to the fixture plate using 1/2-13 bolts. The machine vise will need to be trammed with a dial indicator if you install it.
** Because the fixture plate is uncoated aluminum, it is subject to galvanic corrosion if steel or cast iron is left attached to it long term. There are small tubes of dielectric grease available in the tool chest. Ideally a thin coat should be maintained on the vises if they are being left on the plate for an extended period of time. The bottom of the plate has also been coated to prevent corrosion between the plate and the table. One tube of grease is enough to coat the entire surface area of the fixture plate, so use it sparingly.

*2 [https://saundersmachineworks.com/products/modular-vise-gen3 Saunders Machine Works Mod Vises]
**[https://saundersmachineworks.com/cdn/shop/products/1-2MVDrawing_1500x.png?v=1654092344 Diagram with dimensions]
**These are the preferred vises to use with the fixture plate. For most use cases, they will provide a superior user experience to a traditional machine vise.
**These are also precision ground instruments. Every surface is machined and the fixed-side jaw can be used as a reliable work coordinate system origin.
**Mod vises require no tramming, they can be moved around the plate at will.
**One vise is set up with smooth jaws, the other with talon jaws
**There is a short video tutorial that illustrates proper usage [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_kYYKfqaDg here]

=====Referencing=====

After turning the machine on, or after an E-stop, the machine must be referenced.
*Click the Reset button (note, this will also reset your G-code to the start)
*Click Ref Z first, to raise the spindle
*Click Ref X and Ref Y

===== Probing=====

*The probe is in a labeled hard case in the tool chest. The case contains the probe, cable, and a very easy to miss hex wrench that is used for adjusting concentricity.
*The probe has already been indicated and measured in PathPilot, and should be ready to use.
*The probe connects to the machine via a 4 pin CNLINKO LP-12 waterproof locking connector, and a USB-C cable to the probe. If the cable is not well connected to the probe or machine for any reason, please red tag the machine so we can address that issue to prevent crashing and ruining the probe.
*To start, ALWAYS plug the cable into the 4 pin LP-12 connector first. The probe will light up green when the connection is good. DO NOT proceed if the light is not on. The machine will happily crash and ruin the probe if you run a probing routine without power to the probe.
* Next, put the probe in the collet and tighten the collet. Light / hand-tight is sufficient. It's a good practice to leave the spindle cover door open while the probe is in the collet, this guarantees you'll never spin up the machine with the probe in the collet.
* Once the cable is connected and the probe is installed, select tool 99 in the tool DRO. The probe is hard coded in PathPilot to be tool 99.
*Tormach has a good video overview of how to use the various probing routines [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O9DjQqlitX0 here]
*Put the probe back in the tool chest when you're done, and put the rubber cover back over the machine's connector to keep coolant and chips out of it.

==Cleanup==

{{UniversalCleaning}}

====Tool Specific Cleaning Guide====

*Hit the E-stop button on the outside of the enclosure
*Clean the whole interior of the enclosure
** Use the appropriate shopvac for the material you machined
**There is a squeegee and brush on the left side of the machine. Use them to remove coolant and chips from the walls of the enclosure. Squeegee the table/fixture plate as well
**Don't forget to move the table of the machine to clean the accordion ways covers on both sides.
*Turn the rotary power switch off
*Return the console to beside the enclosure, out of the aisle
*Make sure the floor in front of the machine is clean and dry
*Return all tools to their proper places
*Return all tool holders to the drawer

==Resources==

====Software====

While any CAD software may be used to design your parts,
[https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360 Autodesk Fusion] (fka Fusion 360) is recommended to generate your tool paths.

Fusion is installed on the computers in the Textiles room. Autodesk offers [https://www.autodesk.com/education/edu-software/fusion# free subscriptions for educational users]. Autodesk also offers a [https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/personal# personal subscription for non-commercial use], however '''be aware that the personal version doesn't support post processing NC paths with tool changes'''. Transferring projects from a personal account to another account is [https://yo.asmbly.org/t/autodesk-fusion-personal-educational/11099 surprisingly difficult].

====Tooling====
*Asmbly has a [https://tormach.com/tts-superfly-cutter-kit-33031.html Tormach SuperFly cutter] with inserts for aluminum. These inserts should not be used to cut steel
*There may be a limited selection of end mills and chamfering tools in the drawer with the tool holders
*Tooling used with the manual mills (in the cabinet across from the [[Rong Fu RF-45 Mill]]) can be used with the Tormach, but is not high quality and is considered a consumable (will not be replaced if worn or broken)
* It is recommended that you bring in the tooling that you need for your own jobs

====Manual====

*[https://tormach.com/docs/download/assetlink/asset_id/39 Owners Manual]
*[https://tormach.com/support/mill/pcnc-1100-series-3-documents Additional Manufacturers' Documents]
*[https://tormach.com/support/mill/pcnc-1100-videos Manufacturers' Video Library]

====Discourse Links====

[https://yo.asmbly.org/c/spaces/machine/35 Machining Shop Space Team]

====SIG Information====

====Speeds and Feeds Resources====

*[https://provencut.com/ ProvenCut]
*[https://fswizard.com/ FSWizard Machinist Calculator]
*[https://nyccnc.com/speeds-feeds-excel-worksheet/ NYCNC Speeds and Feeds Excel Worksheet]

==Troubleshooting==

{{Note|type=warning|text=To stop the feeding, hit the spacebar or click FEEDHOLD. To stop the feeding and also stop the spindle rotation, hit the E-Stop button, the ESC key or click STOP.}}
*Look at the tool paths on the display. Do they look correct? Does the position of the tool onscreen match the physical position of the tool? Make sure the right tool number is selected before comparing. Use the arrow keys to reposition the tool. Are the coordinates what you expect?<gallery>
File:Drill next to block.jpg|A drill next to some stock to be machined
File:Console showing drill.jpg|The console showing the drill in the same position relative to the planned path
</gallery>
*Consider stepping through your G-code without a tool in the spindle. Does it move as you expect?
**Click the Single Block button and observe the green indicator
**Click the Cycle Start button to execute one line of G-code
*Are you using the right units? G20 selects inches, G21 selects mm
When in doubt, contact a steward or fill out a [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBhIcxwJPpBbuTVlxZ6-hSfNduEM5kkT0e4JP_uxGe9Ar75Q/viewform problem report]

==Common Projects==

{{Owned}}
[[Category:Machining]]

Category:Lasers

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CO2 lasers available for member use are described below. Each laser has a prerequisite class, but no additional fees for operation.

[[File:July2022_laser_1_with_names.jpg|center|thumb|800x258px|View of central work table and lasers in Laser shop area. Photo by Riko Balakit, July 2022.]]

=== Laser Summary ===
{| class="wikitable"
!Laser
!Power
!Air Assist?
!Rotary?
!Camera?
!Bed Size
!Workflow
|-
|'''[[Blue]]'''
|60W
|N
|N
|N
|18x32
|ULS Print Driver
|-
|[[Pearl|<s>Pearl</s>]]
|<s>100W</s>
|<s>N</s>
|<s>Y</s>
|<s>N</s>
|<s>18x32</s>
|<s>ULS Print Driver</s>
|-
|<s>[[Red]]</s>
|<s>120W</s>
|<s>Y</s>
|<s>N</s>
|<s>N</s>
|<s>24x48</s>
|<s>ULS Print Driver</s>
|-
|'''[[Dorian]]'''
|120W
|Y
|Y
|Y
|36x51
|[[Lightburn|LightBurn]]
|-
|'''[[Tarkin]]'''
|220W
|Y
|N
|Y
|39x63
|[[Lightburn|LightBurn]]
|}
[[Laser Tips and Tricks]]
==Usage==
To be fair to other users, each member may only have one "active" reservation at a time in (maximum) three hour blocks. Additionally, we only allow one "active" reservation at a time for these machines. An "active" reservation is defined as a reservation that will occur at some point in the future.

==Materials==
#

[[Category:Tools]]

Pearl

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Valerie:

{{boneyard}}

{{Required|Small Lasers}}
Pearl is a Royal Mark RSX-1832 laser cutter. It shares the same chassis as [[Blue]] (it even has ULS badges on the back) but runs at 100W — slightly more powerful than Blue — and a rotary fixture for engraving round objects like glassware.

{{ToolPhoto|PearlLaser.jpg}}

== Specifications ==
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Laser Type || CO2
|-
! Power || 100W
|-
! Bed Size || 32" × 18" (approximate)
|-
! Controller || ULS-compatible
|-
! Software || ULS Print Driver (prints from CorelDraw, Inkscape, Illustrator, etc.)
|-
! Z Axis || Powered (manual focus adjustment via stick)
|-
! Air Assist || Yes (not functional as of October 2021 — check current status)
|-
! Rotary Fixture || Yes
|-
! Location || Laser room
|}

== Safety ==

=== Universal Safety ===
* Be aware of your surroundings, especially when handling large materials.
* Do not approach anyone operating equipment. Stand patiently in their field of view.
* Safety glasses and closed-toed shoes are required in the shop.

=== Equipment-Specific Safety ===
[[Small Lasers Class]] is required to use this tool.

* '''Never leave the laser while it is running.''' Fires can start in seconds.
* Locate the HALOTRON fire extinguishers in the laser room before starting.
* The chiller must be running at all times when the laser is on. If the red light on the control panel is flashing, the lid is open or the chiller is off — do not operate.
* The CO2 laser beam is invisible infrared. The polycarbonate lid blocks it, so keep the lid closed during operation.
* Do not press the white focus button on the machine or adjust focus in software — these settings are calibrated by authorized personnel and are not user-adjustable. Changing them affects all subsequent users.

== Use Case ==
Pearl is used for laser cutting, engraving, and rastering. Its rotary fixture makes it the go-to machine for engraving cylindrical objects (glasses, bottles, pens). It cuts faster and cleaner than Blue due to its higher power.

== Materials ==

=== Acceptable Materials ===
Check the [[Laser Cutter Materials]] page before working with any material you haven't used before. Common safe materials include: acrylic, plywood, wood, MDF, cardboard, leather, paper, fabric.

Pearl's bed size is 32"×18". Set your artboard to this size when preparing artwork.

=== Prohibited Materials ===
* '''PVC / Vinyl''' — releases corrosive chlorine gas.
* '''Polycarbonate / Lexan''' — does not cut cleanly, produces heavy soot that fouls optics.
* '''PTFE / Teflon''' — produces toxic and corrosive gases.
* '''Metal''' — contact workshop before attempting.
* '''Food''' — contamination risk.
* '''Materials with sticky glue backing''' — glue residue cannot be removed without risking lens damage.
* '''Epoxy''' — not laser-safe.
* '''Polystyrene and Polypropylene''' — catch fire and make a mess.

=== Recommended Settings ===
* 1/8" plywood: 11% speed, 150 PPI
* 0.2" plywood: 8% speed, 150 PPI
* For cutting: 150 PPI is a good starting point.
* For rastering/engraving: 500 PPI suggested.

== Setup ==

=== 1. Turn On Chiller ===
Turn on the chiller. Wait for it to reach 20°C (or whatever temperature is labeled above the display) — this takes under 5 minutes. The chiller will auto-regulate. Do not run the machine if the chiller is not at temperature.

Turn on the exhaust blower (currently a switch on a power strip). Do not run the laser without the blower on.

=== 2. Set Machine Origin ===
This step is required each time the machine is powered on.

# Press the '''X-Y''' button to enter jog mode.
# Use the arrow keys to jog to the top-left of the bed. The LCD should read '''POS 0.000x 0.000y''' on the second line.
# The cursor should be on '''SET NEW ORIGIN''' — press '''SELECT''', confirm the prompt. The display should now also show '''ORG 0x 0y''' on the first line.

[[File:PXL_20211109_061933365_(1).jpg|center|thumb]]

The LCD should read '''ORG 0x 0y''' on the first line and '''POS 0.000x 0.000y''' on the second:

[[File:PXL_20211109_061947068_(2).jpg|center|thumb]]

=== 3. Set Z Height (Focus) ===
Pearl has a powered Z axis but it does not move automatically — you set it manually for each sheet of material.

# Press the '''Z''' button on the right once. The carriage will move to a focus position.
[[File:Pearl_move_z.jpg|center|thumb]]
# Place your stock on the bed under the carriage.
# Locate the '''focus stick''' (stored in a hole on the left of the bed under the lid).
[[File:Pearl_focus_stick.jpg|center]]
# Place the focus stick on top of your stock, against the '''front of the carriage''' (not the side). The ramp on the stick is the measurement point — it contacts the bottom lip of the front of the carriage at the correct focal distance.
[[File:Pearl_stick_on_stock.jpg|center|thumb|Focus stick placed on stock — this is shown LOW, you need to Z UP.]]
# Use '''Z UP/DOWN''' arrows to move the bed. The Z position LCD display is not reliable — just use the stick.
[[File:Pearl_z_display.jpg|center|thumb]]
# If the ramp tilts the stick away, the bed is too high — go DOWN:
[[File:Pearl_z_high.jpg|center|thumb|Too high — the ramp tilts the stick away. Go DOWN.]]
# When the stick sits correctly against the carriage front, you're at the right height:
[[File:Pearl_Z_perfect.jpg|center|thumb|Perfect focus.]]
# Press the '''Z''' button a second time to send the carriage home and return the stick to its hole.
[[File:Pearl_stick.jpg|center|thumb|The official ULS manual diagram]]

==== Updated Focus Tool ====
There is a newer 3D-printed focus tool that form-fits the carriage front — clearer to use than the original stick. This is also the correct tool for '''rotary use''', as the foot aligns inline with the laser focal point and the top of the work on the rotary chuck.

[[File:PXL_20230816_040933344.jpg|thumb|Updated 3D-printed focus tool]]

'''Warning:''' Do not power off the machine with the bed jogged all the way down. Jog it up at least 0.5" first or the firmware will be confused on next startup. (See Z-Bottom Recovery in Troubleshooting if this happens.)

=== 4. Prepare Your File ===
Pearl uses the ULS print driver. Send your job by printing from CorelDraw, Inkscape, Illustrator, or another supported application.

'''For Illustrator users:'''
* Change stroke units to inches: Edit → Preferences → Units → Stroke = Inches
* Set all vector lines to 0.001" stroke width (hairline). Thicker lines are interpreted as raster.
* Print settings: Media size = DEFINED BY DRIVER; Orientation = '''PORTRAIT''' (Illustrator may reset this to Landscape when you visit Setup — recheck each time); Placement = CENTER, X=0, Y=0; Scaling = DO NOT SCALE.
* Verify in Preview before sending.

[[File:Pearl_illustrator.jpg|center|frameless|Illustrator print settings example]]

In the ULS Setup window, set speed, power, PPI, and rastering settings.

[[File:Pearl_print_driver.jpg|center|thumb|ULS print driver settings — note there is no Z entry (Pearl runs wherever you left it after the stick)]] Pearl does not have a Z setting in the driver (unlike Red/Blue) — it runs wherever the Z was left after your manual focus adjustment.

=== 5. Enable Rotary Fixture (if applicable) ===
If using the rotary fixture, enable '''ROTARY ENABLED''' on page 2 of the print driver settings. Ensure it is unchecked for all non-rotary jobs.

=== 6. Send Job and Run ===
Send the job from your application. Press START on the machine.

If you hear '''two beeps''' immediately, the job is empty. Check: origin is set to 0x 0y, Orientation is Portrait, vector lines are 0.001" stroke, Rotary Enabled is off (if not a rotary job).

If the '''red light is flashing''': chiller is off or lid is open.

== Cleanup ==

=== Universal Cleaning Guide ===
* Return the equipment to neutral.
* Sweep up debris around the tool, your table, and the floor.
* Clear the floor of tripping hazards such as power cords.
* Empty trash cans and dust collectors that are halfway full or more into the Asmbly dumpster.
* Leave the shop 110% better than you found it.

=== Tool-Specific Cleaning Guide ===
# Remove small debris from the honeycomb — vacuum rather than brushing into it.
# Wipe down the interior of the machine if needed.
# Turn off the machine, chiller, and exhaust blower. Order does not matter.
# Return the focus stick to its storage hole.
# Replace the honeycomb if removed.

== Resources ==

=== Software ===
* ULS Print Driver (installed on the laser room computer)
* CorelDraw and Inkscape available on the laser room computer

=== Discourse Links ===
* [https://yo.asmbly.org/c/spaces/laser Laser Space Team]

=== Manuals ===
* [http://www.engraversnetwork.com/support/pdf/PLS375_475_675_6150D%20Installation%20and%20Setup.pdf ULS PLS Installation Manual]
* [http://www.engraversnetwork.com/support/pdf/PLS_User_Guide.pdf ULS PLS User Guide]
* [http://www.engraversnetwork.com/support/pdf/UCP-All%20Systems%20(24-41).pdf UCP — Universal Control Panel]

== Troubleshooting ==

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Symptom !! Likely Cause !! Fix
|-
| Two beeps on start || Empty job — origin wrong, wrong orientation, vector lines not 0.001", or rotary enabled on non-rotary job || Check all print settings; re-send
|-
| Red light flashing || Chiller off or lid open (front panel switch may also trip this) || Turn on chiller; close lid securely
|-
| Job shifted in X or Y || Origin not set to 0x 0y; Illustrator orientation reset to Landscape || Re-set machine origin (step 2); check Illustrator print settings
|-
| Job disappeared off workspace || Placement not set to CENTER in Illustrator || Set Placement = CENTER, X=0, Y=0
|-
| Z-bottom stuck on startup || Machine powered off with bed at lowest position || See Z-Bottom Recovery below
|}

=== Z-Bottom Recovery Procedure ===
If the machine was powered off with the bed all the way down:

# Turn on system, wait for "READY".
# Press Escape once.
# Scroll to Preferences → Configuration → press Select+DownArrow simultaneously. "Z-axis Override OFF" appears.
# Press Select to turn it ON.
# Press Escape three times.
# Press X-Y, scroll to Re-home XY, press Select, wait for re-home.
# Press Escape.
# Repeat steps 2–4 to turn Z-axis Override back OFF.
# Press Z button and use Up/Down arrows to jog the bed up at least 0.5".

{{Hosted|Danny Miller}}
[[Category:Lasers]]

File:Asmbly Org Chart.png

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Visual representation of Asmbly's Organization Chart

Studio Rentals

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A limited number of private studios are available for rent by Asmbly members.

==Pricing==
'''{{Fee_StudioSmall_plus_Membership_Monthly}} per month'''
* {{Fee_StudioSmall_Monthly}} Private Office plus {{Fee_Monthly}} Membership
* Studio rental is Month-to-Month; membership may be purchased annually.
* Auto-pay required
* 30 day termination notice required

==Benefits==
* 10' x 10' room with walls and open ceiling with overhead lighting.
* Each studio has two wired ethernet ports and outlets.
* VOIP can be set up on the studios second wired ethernet port.
* Each studio has its own lock so only studio renter and Asmbly management have access.

==For More Information==
We are located at '''9701 Dessau Road, Building 3, Suite 304, Austin TX 78754'''.
 '''Or you may contact the [mailto:facilities@asmbly.org Facilities Manager]

The waitlist queue for rentals is available [https://forms.gle/wBDEUk9FURgBprFU8 here] and is processed on a first in first out basis.

An example of the studio rental agreement can be seen [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vMWbBeHyJNVsYRb419qJSJawe4XQ-37A/view?usp=sharing here].

To learn more about Asmbly Makerspace, [https://asmbly.org start here].

[[Category:Operations]]

CoWorking

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Valerie:

CoWorking was discontinued in 2025 and is no longer an offering at Asmbly. See [[Studio Rentals]] for current offerings.

Studio Rentals

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Valerie:

A limited number of private studios are available for rent by Asmbly members.

==Pricing==
'''{{Fee_StudioSmall_plus_Membership_Monthly}} per month'''
* {{Fee_StudioSmall_Monthly}} Private Office plus {{Fee_Monthly}} Membership
* Studio rental is Month-to-Month; membership may be purchased annually.
* Auto-pay required
* 30 day termination notice required

==Benefits==
* 10' x 10' room with walls and open ceiling with overhead lighting.
* Each studio has two wired ethernet ports and outlets.
* VOIP can be set up on the studios second wired ethernet port.
* Each studio has its own lock so only studio renter and Asmbly management have access.

==For More Information==
We are located at '''9701 Dessau Road, Building 3, Suite 304, Austin TX 78754'''.
 '''Or you may contact the [mailto:facilities@asmbly.org Facilities Manager]

The waitlist queue for rentals is available [https://forms.gle/wBDEUk9FURgBprFU8 here] and is processed on a first in first out basis.
To learn more about Asmbly Makerspace, [https://asmbly.org start here].

[[Category:Operations]]

CoWorking

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Valerie:

CoWorking was discontinued in 2025 and is no longer an offering at Asmbly. See [Studio Rentals] for current offerings.

Template:Fee StudioSmall plus Membership Monthly

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$595

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Studio Rentals

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Valerie:

A limited number of private studios are available for rent by Asmbly members.

==Pricing==
'''{{Fee_StudioSmall_plus_Membership_Monthly}} per month'''
* {{Fee_StudioSmall_Monthly}} Private Office plus {{Fee_Monthly}} Membership
* Studio rental is Month-to-Month; membership may be purchased annually.
* Auto-pay required
* 30 day termination notice required

==Benefits==
* 10' x 10' room with walls and open ceiling with overhead lighting.
* Each studio has two wired ethernet ports and outlets.
* VOIP can be set up on the studios second wired ethernet port.
* Each studio has its own lock so only studio renter and Asmbly management have access.

==For More Information==
We are located at '''9701 Dessau Road, Building 3, Suite 304, Austin TX 78754'''.
 '''Or you may contact the [mailto:facilities@asmbly.org Facilities Manager]

The waitlist queue for rentals is available [https://forms.gle/wBDEUk9FURgBprFU8 here] and is processed on a first in first out basis.
To learn more about Asmbly Makerspace, [https://asmbly.org start here].

Template:Fee StudioSmall plus Membership Monthly

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595

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500

Studio Rentals

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A limited number of private studios are available for rent by Asmbly members.

Leadership

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Valerie: Updated staff and lead changes

This page reflects leadership appointments at Asmbly. For details on our organization structure and leadership positions, see [[Organization]].

== 2026 ==

=== Board ===
* Interim President - James Freeman
* Secretary - Austin Kasper
* Treasurer - Nancy Reiter
* At-large - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - Jordan Varat
* At-large - Art Zamorano
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot

==== Committees ====
* Director of IT - Valerie Wilmot (interim)
* Lead Developer - Robby Nevels
* Systems Lead - Natanael Monroy
* Infrastructure & Security Lead -

==== Shop Area Leads ====
* Lead Metal Shop Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Lasers Steward - Nick Emerson
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Wood Lathe - JD Murphy
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Stanton Martin
* Lead Textiles Steward - Branislav Curanovic

==== Former Appointments ====
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Juliana Renner Ely (ended in January)
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat (ended in January)
* Board President - Jon Eklund (ended in February)
* Infrastructure & Security Lead - Jon Eklund (ended in February)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - John Vaughn (ended in May)

=== Paid Staff ===
* Facilities Manager - Robert Szabo
* Director of Education & Outreach - Adam Stow
* Facilities Coordinator - Sarah Martin
* Staff Instructor - Jason Sollman
* Kiln Operator - Perla Darnell
* Backup Kiln Operator - Chase Hunter
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach

==== Former Staff ====
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Alex Gao (ended in January)
* Lead Kiln Operator - Seth White (ended in January)
* Lead Kiln Operator - Grace Mendenhall (ended in May)

== 2025 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot

==== Committees ====
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Director of IT -
* Lead Developer - Robby Nevels
* Systems Lead - Natanael Monroy
* Infrastructure & Security Lead - Jon Eklund

==== Shop Area Leads ====
* Lead Metal Shop Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Lasers Steward - Nick Emerson
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Wood Lathe - JD Murphy
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - John Vaughn
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Juliana Renner Ely
* Lead Textiles Steward - Branislav Curanovic

==== Former Appointments ====
* Director of IT - Taylor Gates (ended in September)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - JD Murphy (transitioned in September)
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes (ended in September)
* Interim Lead Textiles Steward - Nick Emerson (ended in July)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stoney Godly (ended in April)
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard (ended in February)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens (ended in February)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal (ended in January)

=== Paid Staff ===
* Facilities Manager - Robert Szabo
* Director of Education - Adam Stow
* Facilities Coordinator - Sarah Martin
* Staff Instructor - Jason Sollman
* Lead Kiln Operator -
* Kiln Operator - Perla Darnell
* Backup Kiln Operator - Chase Hunter
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Alex Gao

==== Former Staff ====
* Facilities Coordinator - Michelle Wilson (ended in June)
* Ceramics Lead - Laurel Dundee (ended in May)
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow (promoted in March)
* Program Manager - Mikey Huff (ended in March)
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller (ended in January)

== 2024 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Metal Shop Machining Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Enoch Riese (ended October)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Charlie Staley (ended in August)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Bill May (ended in July)
* Lead Wood Lathe - David Disko (ended in July)
* Lead Electronics - David Disko (ended in July)

=== Paid Staff ===

* Program Manager - Mikey Huff
* Facilities Coordinator - Robert Szabo
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* General Manager - Shane Nestle (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko (ended in July)

== 2023 ==
=== Board ===
* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat (appointed in June)

=== Paid Staff ===

* General Manager - Shane Nestle (started in December)
* Education Coordinator - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Sid Holderbach (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko

== 2022 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Director of Development - Randall Ward
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley

=== Paid Leaders ===
* Director of Education - David Disko

=== Paid Staff ===

* Membership Coordinator - Lisa Edwards
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee
* Membership Coordinator - Matthew Miller

== 2021 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Eric Peterson
* At-large - Joe Ngo

[[Category:Operations]]

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - Jon Eklund
* Director of Facilities - Eric Peterson
* Director of Education - Scott Wynd
* Director of Communication - Joe Ngo

Member Handbook

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Asmbly Makerspace is a volunteer-run organization — upkeep and care for the facility is your responsibility, and we ask you to think about how you will contribute to maintaining a clean, successful makerspace. Each member plays a part in helping the space to flourish, from keeping the workshop and bathrooms clean, to planning for the future and managing our finances. As we continue to grow, we need each member’s contribution of time and creativity to keep us thriving. Part of being a member is getting involved in the community to help out in some way.

== Membership ==
Asmbly is an inclusive community where all are welcome. Membership is open to any individual over the age of 18.

As a member, your responsibilities are simple -- Clean up after yourself. Be courteous towards others (see [[How to Be Excellent]]). Pay your monthly dues. Follow shop policies. Only store materials in the area you have permission to do so. Volunteer where you can to help around the space.

=== Systems Used ===
We use several systems at Asmbly to ensure a well-rounded experience for members and minimize administrative burden (our admins are all volunteers!).

==== Neon ====
This system is used to manage memberships, classes, store purchases, donations, and more. Members can log into their Neon portal to make adjustments to their membership including updating credit cards, pausing, and restarting membership. In the portal, members can also register for classes and purchase items.

==== Alta Open ====
Asmbly uses Alta Open smart readers for building access control (door locks). This system uses a smartphone app as a primary authentication mechanism, but we do have key fobs for purchase in the Asmbly Neon store.

To set up an Alta Open credential on your smartphone, click on the link in the Alta Open invitation email. If you haven't received an invitation, you can install the app but can't set up access to Asmbly. Access to the facility is granted on successful completion of all pre-requisites for membership:

* Purchased a subscription in Neon
* Signed the [https://asmbly.org/waiver subscription agreement and liability waiver]
* Completed [https://classes.asmbly.org/event/19?eventId=96636 in-person orientation] if joined later than July 1 2021 or membership has lapsed for more than 12 months

If you expected an invitation and did not receive one, check your spam folder.

As of now (Dec 2022) Alta Open invites are sent periodically throughout the day. If you've completed all your pre-requisites and need urgent activation, email [mailto:membership@asmbly.org membership@asmbly.org] for assistance.

==== Skedda ====
To ensure availability of tools/shop space and reasonable occupancy levels, all shop/machine time must be scheduled. These reservations are made through our online scheduling system - Skedda. We have a private venue in Skedda meaning only invited users can register for our venue and see event information. Members are sent a registration link for Skedda once they have completed the onboarding process (see [https://asmbly.org/join-asmbly/ How to Join] on our [https://asmbly.org/ main website] for more info).

==== Discourse ====
[https://yo.asmbly.org yo.asmbly.org] is our online Discourse forum which serves as our main mode of communication for the space including announcements and most importantly community discussion. Members and non-members alike are encouraged to discuss projects and ideas with each other on the forum. We also use Discourse for reporting machine problems by filling out a [http://asmbly.org/problem problem report] and selecting the option to share to Discoure. This gives all members equal access to information about the status of equipment at the space as well as learning opportunities on how to repair and maintain our tools.

As with face-to-face interactions, we ask all users on our forums to treat your fellow humans with respect. For more on our community guidelines, see this Discourse post [https://yo.asmbly.org/t/community-guide-lines-read-me/440 here]. Please note, none of our forums or community pages are an appropriate place for joke posts/sarcasm, personal attacks, antagonism, or off-topic discussion such as politics. Posts that demean the efforts of volunteers working to better the space are considered extremely harmful to our culture. Members with a history of problematic posts may be moderated or removed.

Having the ability to post in forums is a privilege. Everybody has the right to make a mistake and learn from it. Nobody has a “right” to post on a community page or monopolize a volunteer’s time in dealing with persistent behavioral issues.

===== Notifications =====
Because so much important communication occurs on our forums, we highly recommend all members check to ensure they are getting notifications for the categories most important to them. Check that your notification settings are set the way you would like by following this guide [https://yo.asmbly.org/t/help-how-do-i-get-the-mailing-list-setup-in-discourse/66 here].

If there is a specific area of the shop that you use heavily, you may consider "watching" this category so that you receive emails when there are new posts.

==== Wiki ====
The website you are currently on is our information hub for the space. There are two versions: a legacy ATXHS version and this Asmbly version. Asmbly and ATXHS combined in April 2021, however ATXHS had 10 years of operations and wiki contributions leading up to this time. To prevent confusion in policies and avoid countless hours sifting through data, this new wiki was created to reflect current Asmbly policies and procedures. The ATXHS wiki has a wealth of information about various tools at the space and is maintained for this and historical purposes.

== Facility Access ==
{{Excerpt|Access_Policies|hat=0|subsections=yes|Access Policies}}

== Policies ==
Members are expected to follow all Asmbly policies which may be updated from time to time. Policies may be found [https://wiki.asmbly.org/index.php?title=Category:Policies here].

== Equipment ==
There are many tools and machines at Asmbly and we love to see members utilizing as many of them as possible. All tools made available to members at Asmbly are to be used on premises and should never be removed from the facility. Asmbly does not have tools available for checkout to work on projects offsite.

Safety is of the utmost importance and most tools in the space require additional classes before members are authorized to use them (regardless of previous experience). '''If you are ever unsure of how to use a piece of equipment or need a quick refresher, ask before using it.'''

==== Tools that Require Training ====
'''All tools outside of the Textiles and Electronics spaces require a safety or introductory class before use.'''
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=== Broken, malfunctioning or dangerous equipment ===
We know that equipment sometimes breaks and accidents happen. It's imperative everyone knows when something is wrong so the appropriate volunteers can make sure equipment is safe to use and properly repaired. If you are using a piece of equipment and something breaks or you think something may be wrong with it, please do the following:

# Scan a red QR code in the space or go to [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBhIcxwJPpBbuTVlxZ6-hSfNduEM5kkT0e4JP_uxGe9Ar75Q/viewform asmbly.org/problem] to fill out a problem report form. Describe the issue and relevant circumstances. If the report does not contain private information, consider sharing it on Discourse. There is an option on the form to automatically create a Discourse post.
# Attach a red tag to the machine with a brief note about the problem.
# Disable the machine by coiling up its cord, taping over the prongs of the plug, and taping it down next to your note.

Your goal is to make it so that a person cannot operate the machine without seeing your notice. Posting a note on the forum allows other members at the space to know that it needs repair and is down, and gives leadership visibility into where we are seeing repeated downtime.

If repairs are done, a volunteer workshop steward or staff member will reply to the forum post and discuss how to prevent similar problems in the future. If a piece of equipment is broken due to negligence, you may be encouraged to pay for a repair/replacement and retake a lesson on how to use the machine.

Many members use the shop resources for production that supports their livelihood which may require work to be completed on a timeline. We cannot guarantee machine uptime as a volunteer-run shop. With this in mind, please be respectful of all equipment in the space and treat it as if it were your own. Hiding or failing to report damaged equipment endangers other members and the livelihood of the community. It is a serious offense and grounds for termination of membership.

=== Hosting Equipment ===
Asmbly makes an effort to acquire and maintain equipment for members to use. Most of the equipment in the space is owned by Asmbly. However, some equipment belongs to members who generously share with the Asmbly community.

If you'd be willing to [[Hosting Tools|host a tool]] of interest to Asmbly, contact [Mailto:facilities@asmbly.org facilities@asmbly.org] to discuss before bringing it to the space. If you bring in tools or equipment without authorization, your tools or equipment may be disposed of at the discretion of the board. All hosted tools must have a hosting agreement on file with the Director of Facilities.

=== Donating Equipment ===
As a 501(c)3 nonprofit, Asmbly is pleased to accept donations that provide added value to the community. If you have something you'd like to donate, contact [mailto:facilities@asmbly.org facilities@asmbly.org] with information about the item(s). If accepted, we will provide a donation receipt for tax purposes.

== Safety ==
Safety is everyone's responsibility. Each tool and machine requires its own unique safety precautions. [https://www.PowerToolInstitute.com Power Tool Institute, Inc.] has safety videos under the Safety Education page of their website. The video “Power Tool Safety — It's In Your Hands” is a good place to start on broad safety guidelines. We recommend checking out PTI for all of their safety training materials in addition to the courses we offer in the space. As always, if you don't know how to use a tool safely, ask before using it.

The '''SawStop table saw''' has an emergency brake designed to prevent the user from cutting themselves rather than the material. This works off conductance and therefore can also be set off with wet/damp wood or other conductive materials. If the emergency brake is activated for any reason while you are using the SawStop, you are responsible for paying for a replacement brake and blade ($160). Please fill out a [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBhIcxwJPpBbuTVlxZ6-hSfNduEM5kkT0e4JP_uxGe9Ar75Q/viewform Problem Report] and purchase a replacement via the [https://asmbly.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/asmbly/giftstore.jsp Asmbly Store]. The SawStop will also be out of service until a volunteer shop steward can replace these items. If there will be a lapse in equipment availability, the workshop team will due their best to notify members on the forum.

==== General Safety Regulations ====

* '''Never''' operate any machinery or tool '''while under the influence of drugs or alcohol'''.
* '''Protect your eyes''' — wear safety glasses at all times while in the shop area.
* '''Protect your ears''' — wear ear muffs or ear plugs when in loud work areas.
* '''Protect your lungs''' — wear a respirator or face mask when doing work that affects air quality such as woodworking.
* '''Protect other people’s lungs''' —
** Use dust-collection every time when sanding or sawing. For many machines, dust-collection is set up to initiate automatically when you start using the machine (e.g. SawStop table saw and compound miter saw). Other tools like the orbital sander must be hooked up to a shop vac and turned on manually.
*'''Apply finishes, stains, and paint outdoors''' — Take care not to get spray paint on our building or the concrete. There is no dedicated space inside for finishing and it is not recommended. The shop is used regularly and dust may likely settle on wet finishes.
**Finishes or chemicals with high VOCs as well as spray applications are not allowed inside. These include paints, stains, epoxies and finishes such as lacquer, polyurethane, and varnishes.
**Oily rags should be properly aired out or disposed of in the designated oily rag bin to prevent fires. Most oil based products can cause this including: linseed oil, mineral oil, stains, polyurethanes.
**Inside or outside, you are responsible for clean-up! This includes any runoff, drips, spills, as well as form leaks from epoxy projects.
**'''What is allowed inside?'''
***5 Gallons or less of Low-VOC Epoxy (such as Ecopoxy)
***Shellac
***Dr. Kirk’s friction polish
***Cutting board oil / wax
* '''Respect your sharps''' — take the woodshop safety class and any specialty classes for machinery; lower blades when not in use (table saw, router, etc.).
* '''Protect surfaces''' — use paper table covers when working on benches and scrap cardboard or other materials to catch overspray; refrain from spraying in windy conditions.
* '''No projects in the aisle''' — keep aisles clear to prevent tripping.
* '''Check inside of machines''' for sawdust buildup, especially the bandsaws. If you don’t know how, ask another member or shop steward.
* Clean up any oil, dust, or other clutter you make immediately to prevent machine malfunctioning or potential fires.
* '''Work smartly''' — keep your hands and body out of the path of machines and secure loose items, clothing, or hair.
* '''Protect your body''' — no open-toed shoes, wear clothes appropriate for the tools you are using (all clothes 100% cotton when welding), take precautions to protect yourself from kickback on machines where this commonly occurs, such as the table saw.
* '''Never look at the welding arc''' — you will go blind!
* If a machine is not working, '''red tag it''' — See more details in Broken, malfunctioning or dangerous equipment.
* '''Return tools home''' — Put tools back where they go and wrap cords.
* '''Communicate''' — If tools are missing or broken, post on yo.asmbly.org in the respective Space Teams category.
* '''Dispose of materials properly''' — Clean up scrap and take out the trash and recycling (see Materials & Waste).
* '''Do not cut pressure treated wood with power tools'''
* '''Pets are not allowed''' — our lease agreement prohibits animals on site, therefore in accordance with our lease, no pets or animals allowed.

== Materials and Waste ==

=== Scrap ===
Many projects result in scrap material. Although these materials can be useful for other member’s projects, we can quickly get overrun with scraps. As a result, we must limit scraps left in the shop to what can fit onto our scrap cart. If there isn’t room on the scrap cart, then either trash scrap on the cart to make room for your scrap or trash your scrap. Here is a link to our [[Scrap Cart Guidelines|scrap cart guidelines]].

=== Trash ===
In the back of the building we have a large trash dumpster labeled Asmbly. The vast majority of the materials disposed of at Asmbly belong in the trash dumpster. After taking trash to the dumpster, please shut the lid and put the lever down. Asmbly pays for trash pickup, so bringing trash from outside to be disposed of at Asmbly’s expense is strictly prohibited and grounds for termination of membership. This affects funds available for upgrading equipment and buying new machinery.

=== Recycling ===
In the back of the building next to the trash dumpster, we have a recycling dumpster. It is good for paper, cardboard, aluminum / tin, glass, and plastic bottles.

'''NOT Recyclable:''' 

* Plastic bags. Seriously, it can get the entire recycling batch rejected or trigger a fine.
* Used glue paper. Clean paper only.
* Empty glue bottles or other chemical bottles. It’s meant more for soda or water bottles.
* Wood.
* Items containing food particles.

Inside of the MPR, you’ll find a blue bin with a recycling logo on the front. Please use that to toss your empty soda cans or other aluminum cans only. If you find this full, please toss it in the recycling dumpster.



== Storage ==
{{Excerpt|Storage_Policies|hat=0|subsections=yes|Storage at Asmbly}}

== Discipline ==
{{Excerpt|Discipline_Policy|hat=0|subsections=yes}}

[[Category:Policies]]

Ceramics Policy

2026-03-25T00:04:27Z

Valerie: Added to Policies category

[[Category:Ceramics]]

= Introduction =
Asmbly Policies outlined in the Member Handbook, [[Member Handbook#General%20Info|HERE]] apply to ALL shop areas including Ceramics. However Ceramics has some additional policies specific to the studio that are outlined below.

Check out the essential rules on How to Be Excellent, [[How to Be Excellent|HERE]]

Ceramics Safety & Information (CSI) is the required free class you must take before access to the studio with membership is granted. In addition to the CSI, you are required to take a Glazing Workshop class before firing glazed pieces. These are separate from the required Asmbly Orientation & Facility Tour.

We are all caretakers of the shared space, so the cleanliness and maintenance is up to you!

= Usage Areas =
Refer the Equipment-Specific time limits [[Member Handbook#Equipment-specific%20time%20limits|HERE]]

==== Tools ====
You must reserve time for each tool you plan to use in Skedda. It is your responsibility to CHECK SKEDDA to make sure the tool is not booked. Allow for clean up time within your booked time, NOT after. Members booked in Ceramics at the same time should work together to clean and coordinate space use. Leave yourself at least 15 minutes to clean your space and another 5 minutes of time to contribute to the cleanliness of our community studio.

* Pottery Wheels: 8 machines available: Max booking is 5 hours of time
** When your time ends, check Skedda.
** If it is not booked you can rebook the Wheel in Skedda up to 5 more hours
You must book yourself as a User if you plan on sitting at a Handbuilding Table, regardless of tool booking. It is your responsibility to CHECK SKEDDA to make sure the tool is not booked. Allow for clean up time within your booked time, NOT after. Members booked in Ceramics at the same time should work together to clean and coordinate space use. Leave yourself at least 15 minutes to clean your space and another 5 minutes of time to contribute to the cleanliness of our community studio.

* Handbuilding Tables: 8 Users can Book up to 5 hours of time between 4 tables (2 Users/table)
** It is not a specific table spot, just that you plan on using some table space
** If you will need to use an entire table, plan to book 2 half tables so that others are aware of the space available before they arrive
** When your time ends, check Skedda.
** If it is not booked, you can rebook yourself as a User in Skedda up to 5 more hours
Use of the glazing area, slab roller, and extruder are included with booking of either a Pottery Wheel or 1/2 Handbuilding Table. Please use these collaboratively, if multiple users need to utilize during the same time period. Be friendly and initiate conversations to best share access to these spaces. Expect these to be crowded spaces and work efficiently!

==== Community Tools/Areas ====

* Please clean all tools you use from the communal tools and return them CLEAN to their storage location
* Dish racks are for SPONGES, bats and wareboards
* Place brown paper on handbuilding tables if applying glaze at these tables
** Glaze should be kept from contaminating the canvas and wooden table surfaces

= Safety =

* Ceramic Dust: Silica dust is going to be present in the studio
** It is highly recommended you wear a mask while in the studio for prolonged and repetitive periods; especially while cleaning up!
** Use your own personal discretion
** NEVER make another person feel bad for wearing a mask.
** NEVER turn the Blue Ox Filtration off
* NEVER use a broom or vacuum. WATER is the best way to safely clean up clay.
* If there is dry clay on the canvas topped tables, wet it with water and remove with a wet sponge
** Do NOT scrape dry clay, it will kick up unnecessary dust
** Do NOT blow clay
* NO FOOD in the Studio, you risk eating glaze accidentally (Closed beverage containers OK)
* No sanding bisque pieces inside the studio.
* We have a Blue Ox Air filtration system installed in the studio to help cut back on particulates in the air.
** Members are NOT allowed to turn the filtration system off, it is a Policy violation
** If you are a staff or a volunteer, and you absolutely need to turn the filtration system off, you must turn it on again before you leave.

= Studio Shelves =
Member’s Shelves are clearly labeled with their allotted shelf size, and name.

* Do NOT touch anything on any member’s shelf that is not yours
** Look with your eyes, not your hands
** Do not be the one who breaks a member’s piece accidentally

Class/Education Shelves are clearly labeled with the Class name and date

* Do NOT touch anything on any class shelf that is not yours
** Look with your eyes, not your hands
** Do not be the one who breaks a member’s piece accidentally
* Kiln Operators will be responsible for moving Class pieces to the Greenware shelf
** They will monitor moisture levels to ensure kiln safety
** They will notify they students of the status of their pieces and pick up time limits

= Kilns/Kiln Room =
The Kiln Room is a hot and potentially dangerous room. As such it is an authorized access room; the Kiln Operators, and the Ceramic Lead, are the ONLY people allowed to be in the Kiln room

* If you see anyone in the room that is not a Kiln Operator with a clear name tag stating such, it is a Policy violation
* Under NO circumstances are you allowed to touch, turn on/off, or move the kilns & kiln furniture
* NEVER touch the kilns if not authorized
* NEVER operate or change the setting of the Kiln Vents if not authorized

= Kiln Shelves =
Members are responsible for moving their OWN pieces to the Greenware and Glaze Shelves when ready.***

<nowiki>***</nowiki>Your pieces must be FULLY bone dry before placing them on the kiln shelves. Pieces that are still wet will be emailed by the Kiln Operators and asked to moved to your shelf to dry fully.

Kiln Operators and Stewards will NOT pick out pieces from member’s shelves to fill the Kiln.

All pieces will be Bisque fired to Cone 05-04 and Glaze fired to Cone 6 in oxidation. There is currently no limit to the amount of work you can have fired.

All pieces must have a maker’s mark on the piece somewhere. The Kiln Operators and Ceramic Lead have the right to delay a piece being fired if it is not ready, or deemed a risk. Communication will be provided to the owner in this instance.

Kiln Shelves are clearly labeled with the type of firing:

* Greenware: BONE DRY pieces ready to be fired for the 1st time
** Pieces may sit here a bit depending on the Kiln firing schedule or the Kiln Operator's discretion on moisture levels
* Bisque Fire: Pieces that have come out of their first firing and are in the Bisque state
** Pieces will sit on the Bisque Shelf for 2 weeks total
** After the two weeks the piece will be removed and disposed of
** MEMBERS: you have 21 hours/day to move your piece to your shelf or to take home, so get it moved!
** STUDENTS: we have Open hours with a Steward on Duty they can come by to retrieve their piece. Hours are listed [https://asmbly.org/events/ here] on the Asmbly Event Schedule
* Glaze Fire: Bisque fired, Glazed pieces ready to be fired for the final time
** Pieces may sit here a bit depending on the Kiln firing schedule, and the Kiln Operator's discretion on glaze moisture levels/application/adherence
* Ready to Pick Up(Pick Up Shelf): Pieces that have come out of final firing and are Glazed and ready
** Pieces will sit on the Pick Up for 2 weeks total
** After the two weeks the piece will be removed and disposed of
** MEMBERS: you have 21 hours/day to move your piece to your shelf or to take home, so get it moved!
** STUDENTS: you can coordinate a time with our kiln operators to pick up your piece by emailing kilnops@asmbly.org.
* ALL pieces not picked up in their allotted time WILL be disposed of!!!

= Clay & Glazes =

==== Clays Provided in Studio ====
These clays are currently on sale for use in the Studio:

# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p11/Cinco_Blanco.html#/ Cinco Blanco]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p12/Buffalo_Wallow.html#/ Buffalo Wallow]

* Purchase Clay at the Square Reader
* Place use provided Sharpie to write your name on your bags, or box, of clay
** This is visual proof of your purchase so there is no confusion once the clay is on your shelf.

==== Clays at Armadillo Clay Approved for Purchase ====
Armadillo Clay is a locally owned and operated store that has over 45 years of experience in Clay and its related tools. They are super nice and helpful and we are excited to be collaborating with them!

These Midfire Clays are approved for usage and firing at Asmbly and available to purchase at Armadillo Clay.

# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p13/Buffalo_Wallow_with_Grog.html#/ Buffalo Wallow w/ Grog]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p14/Cinco_Rojo.html#/ Cinco Rojo]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p15/Cinco_Rojo_with_Grog.html#/ Cinco Rojo w/ Grog]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p16/Cone_5_Porcelain.html#/ Cone 5 Porcelain]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p2824/Laguna_Speckled_Buff_%28WC-403%29.html#/ Laguna Speckled Buff]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p17/Laguna_B-Mix_Cone_5.html#/ Laguna B Mix] and B-mix Speckled, cone 5
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p4258/Dark_Chocolate_NO.32_Cone_5%2F6_Clay.html#/ Dark Chocolate No. 32]

NOTE: Clay brought in must be labelled with sharpie found at the Clay Station at Asmbly BEFORE being stored on your shelf!!

==== Clays at Kentucky Mudworks Approved for Purchase ====
Kentucky Mudworks began in 2001 as a beginner pottery studio and basic ceramic supply shop. Since then, they've grown to offer classes, workshops, and supplies for all interests and levels of proficiency. Kentucky Mudworks has two physical locations in Lexington and Louisville, Kentucky and an online shop where you can purchase the following clays approved for usage and firing at Asmbly.

# [https://kymudworks.com/products/elkhorn-red-stoneware-cone-6 Elkhorn Red Stoneware Cone 6]
# [https://kymudworks.com/products/polar-bear-porcelain-cone-6 POLAR BEAR Porcelain Cone 6]
# [https://kymudworks.com/products/roo-stoneware-6 Roo Stoneware Cone 6]
# [https://kymudworks.com/products/speckled-turtle-5-6 Speckled Turtle Cone 5-6]
# [https://kymudworks.com/products/speckled-brown-bear-limited-release Speckled Brown Bear Cone 5-7]
# [https://kymudworks.com/products/dark-star-5-7 Dark Star Cone 6]
# [https://kymudworks.com/products/kota-porcelain-limited-release-cone-5-6 Kota Porcelain Cone 5-6]
# [https://kymudworks.com/products/brown-bear-clay-5-7 Brown Bear Clay Cone 5-6]
# [https://kymudworks.com/products/white-lightning-porcelain-5-6 White Lightning Porcelain Cone 5-6]
# [https://kymudworks.com/products/ranger-9-11 Ranger Cone 6-10]
# [https://kymudworks.com/products/big-turtle-5-7 Big Turtle Cone 6-7]
# [https://kymudworks.com/products/sheltowee-5-7 Sheltowee Cone 5–7]
# [https://kymudworks.com/products/mulhollun-5-7 Mulhollun Cone 5–7]
# [https://kymudworks.com/products/iceman-with-grog-5-7 Iceman with Grog Cone 5–6]
# [https://kymudworks.com/products/whitebear-5-7 White Bear Cone 5–7]
# [https://kymudworks.com/products/tony-beaver-5-7 Tony Beaver Cone 5–7]
# [https://kymudworks.com/products/iceman-5-6 Iceman Cone 5–6]
# [https://kymudworks.com/products/river-city-red-clay-06-5 River City Red Clay Cone 06-5]

NOTE: Clay brought in must be labelled with sharpie found at the Clay Station at Asmbly BEFORE being stored on your shelf!!

==== Glazes Provided in Studio: ====

====[[How to Glaze|READ HOW TO GLAZE PAGE FOR PROCESS]]====

* All glazes provided are lead-free and food-safe.
* Lay down brown paper provided to avoid getting glaze on the clay tables or drying boards.
** Glaze and clay do not mix, please prevent glaze from getting on the canvas
* Clean up glaze brushes and bowls provide for community use when finished
** Rinse, apply soap if necessary, reshape, and return to their storage location
* Do NOT glaze directly out of the jars, use the provided bowls to pour glaze into
** If you have remaining glaze stored in 2 oz. cups, label and store on your personal shelf

===== Mid-fire Glazes Currently in Studio for Members & Classes to use: =====
Commercial Glaze:

The glazes we currently provide on a regular base are:

''Amaco Celadon Line''

Like the beautiful ancient glazes they are modeled after, the AMACO Celadon glazes are glossy, transparent, and pool beautifully to add vivid accents to textured and carved surfaces. These playful celadons come in many colors and are 100% mixable - great for finding that perfect color!

# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p639/Snapdragon_%28C-54%29.html#/ Snapdragon]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p643/Marigold_%28C-60%29.html#/ Marigold]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p634/Wasabi_%28C-43%29.html#/ Wasabi]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p623/Cobalt_%28C-20%29.html#/ Cobalt]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p642/Mulberry_%28C-57%29.html#/ Mulberry]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p620/Snow_%28C-10%29.html#/ Snow]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p617/Obsidian_%28C-1%29.html#/ Obsidian]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p621/Mixing_Clear_%28C-11%29.html#/ Mixing Clear]

''Mayco Fundamentals Underglaze''

Shake well. Apply to wet clay, greenware, or cone 04 bisque; use for design or solid coverage, ﬁring range from cone 06 to cone 10. To intensify color or for use on dinnerware, apply clear or matte clear glaze. For use on clay or greenware, apply and allow to dry. Fire to shelf cone 04. If desired, apply clear glaze and reﬁre to cone 06-05 for earthenware and cone 5-10 for stoneware (999° C–1285 °C). For use on bisque, apply to cone 04 bisque, apply clear glaze if desired and reﬁre earthenware to cone 06 and cone 5-10 for stoneware. Do not spray apply.

# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p251/Fire_Engine_Red_%28UG-206%29.html#/ Fire Engine Red]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p250/Orange_%28UG-204%29.html#/ Orange]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p229/Bright_Yellow_%28UG-46%29.html#/ Bright Yellow]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p255/Forest_Green_%28UG-210%29.html#/ Forest Green]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p246/Bright_Blue_%28UG-97%29.html#/ Bright Blue]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p244/Wild_Violet_%28UG-93%29.html#/ Wild Violet]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p226/Chocolate_%28UG-31%29.html#/ Chocolate]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p231/China_White_%28UG-51%29.html#/ China White]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p230/Jet_Black_%28UG-50%29.html#/ Jet Black]

''Dip Glazes''

# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p3310/Zinc-Free_Clear_Dry_%28SD-004%29.html#/ Mayco Dipping Clear, Zinc free, SD004]
# Mayco Stoned Denim
# Misty Forest
# Floating Orange
# Ivory
# Laogai Green

==== Glazes at Armadillo Clay Approved for Purchase ====
These Midfire Glazes are approved for usage and firing at Asmbly, and available to purchase at Armadillo Clay or online:

# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/c37/Amaco_Celadons.html#/ Amaco Celadons]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/c39/Amaco_Satin_Matte.html#/ Amaco Satin Matte]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/c19/Mayco_Fundamentals_Underglaze.html#/ Mayco Fundamentals Underglaze]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/c38/Amaco_Potter%27s_Choice.html#/ Potter’s Choice]
# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/c24/Crystal_Glazes_%28Jungle_Gems_and_Crystallites%29.html#/ Jungle Gems]
# Speedball
# Laguna
# Spectrum
# Penguin

NOTE: Glazes brought in must be labelled with the sharpie found at the Clay Store at Asmbly BEFORE being stored on your shelf!!

== Kiln Check-In Procedures ==
Currently Asmbly Makerspace is not limiting the number of pieces, or firings, you can participate in each month. We aim for a 1-2 week turnaround, but this could be longer or shorter depending on many factors. The Kiln Operators reserve the right to hold or delay a piece if it is not dry enough, or they feel the member needs to correct something to be safe to fire. The Kiln Operators will communicate with you when your piece is out of the Kiln, or before the firing if there are any issues. They can be reached at: [[Mailto:kilnops@asmbly.org|kilnops@asmbly.org]]

Firing Sign In Process

# Follow the QR Code to a Google Form for each type of firing
## Check in ALL your pieces with just one Google Form.
## Fill out ONE form for Bisque, and a NEW form for Glaze

2. Fill out one WHITE paper slip for EACH of your pieces

# This will serve as a physical record the Kiln Operators can track as things come in and out of the Kilns.

'''Example:''' You have 7 pieces: 4 for Bisque, and 3 for Glaze. You need to fill out 2 Google Forms (1 for each type of firing), and 7 white paper slips (1 to stay with each piece).

= Firing System =
We are aiming at Asmbly to have a turnaround of 1-2 weeks after you have placed your bone dry pieces on the shelf, to receive a fired piece. Dry pieces submitted to be fired will be put in the kilns on a first come, first in basis. There could be other factors, like not being dry enough, needing to prioritize a class, not enough pieces to fill a kiln, or other reasons that could potentially cause delays. All firing and kilns will be run by the Kiln Operators.

1. As of 4/22/2025 the Kilns will be fired to:

# Bisque Fired at Cone 04 (~1900-1940℉)
# Low-fire Glaze at Cone 04 (~1940℉)
# Mid-fire Glaze or Stoneware at Cone 6 (~2200℉).

2. Special temperature firings may occur at the discretion of the Lead Kiln Operator

3. ALL pieces must have wax resist on the bottom to avoid getting stuck to the shelves or supports

# If you want to put glaze all over and risk it getting stuck to the support, you must discuss this with the Lead Kiln Operators and be aware it may cause damage to your piece

3. We recommend you leave ¼”-½” around the base of your pieces to avoid sticking to the kiln shelves

# This is not required at this time, just strongly advised
# If serious issues arise it may be made an official policy
# The Kiln Operators reserve the right to ask you to make any corrections to your

==== Usage Violations ====

* Usage of unapproved clay & glazes will be recorded and not allowed
** It may result in damage to your or other’s pieces
** Kiln damage
* Repeated reported violations will result in not being allowed to put pieces in the kiln firings AND/OR prohibition from the studio

= Clay Body & Glaze Approval System =
Asmbly is a community of makers and creators, as such we want to honor the experimental nature that comes with clay and crafting. Ceramics has an endless amount of processes and abilities when it comes to glazing and firing, and we have created a system that strives to be fair and balanced to non-approved clay and glazes, while also maintaining the safety of member’s pieces and the Kilns at Asmbly.

# As of 4/22/2025 the Kilns will be fired to:
## Bisque Fired at Cone 04 (~1900-1940℉)
## Low-fire Glaze at Cone 04 (~1940℉)
## Mid-fire Glaze at Cone 6 (~2200℉).
# Clay or glazes that need a cooler or hotter maturation temperature will currently not be accepted.
## This could change in the future at the discretion of Asmbly
## Special projects may be considered
# Clay and glaze test pieces will be checked in the same way as other pieces, with the “Kiln Check In Form”, but will be placed on the Test Shelves
# We will not accept Glazes with Lead in any form in the studio
# The Skutt Kiln (Helios) is the test kiln
# Your piece may wait for some time, until we have a full load, and is fully dry before being fired

# This is up to the discretion of the Kiln Operators

Asmbly Makerspace is not responsible for any cracks that could occur before, during, or after the firing process.

It is rare, but if any damage to our kiln or kiln furniture is directly caused by your piece, you will be responsible for replacement or repair charges.

=== Clay Body ===
Non-Approved clay bodies must go through the following steps to be approved

# Bisque Fire:
## Please make a small piece out of your clay body, such as a small mug, bowl, sculpture, etc.
### The piece should be no more than 6” x 6” x 6”
### Please be prepared to possibly lose this piece as it could crack or break in the test
## Please allow it to dry, and then dry some more, before placing on the Greenware Test Shelf
### The longer you let it dry, the less time it will spend waiting to go in to the kiln
### We will not accept pieces that are still wet
# If it does not melt, crack excessively or otherwise seem dangerous it will be approved to be used along with our other approved clay bodies.

=== Glaze - approval of new commercial Glazes ===
Non-Approved glazes must go through the following steps to be approved

# Glaze Fire:
## Please make a small piece, such as a small mug, bowl, sculpture, etc.
### The piece should be no more than 6” x 6” x 6”
### Please be prepared to possibly lose this piece as it could crack or break in the test
#### If you do not have a piece to test your glaze on, a vertical test tile will be provided to you by Asmbly made of Cinco Blanco
## Glaze your piece with the glaze you are testing.
### Leave 1” of unglazed ceramic at the bottom to test if it runs or drips excessively
### Leave ¼” - ½” unglazed if using a provided vertical test tile
## Please apply the same glaze technique on the test piece you plan to apply on the actual piece, in order to get an accurate test.
### Same number of layers, colors, overlaps of glazes, etc.
# If it does not melt, crack excessively, craze past your liking, or otherwise seem dangerous it will be approved to be allowed in with the other glazes

= Discipline/Violations Policy =
Asmbly Discipline Policy can be found [[Member Handbook#Discipline|HERE]]

Note: The people enforcing Asmbly policies are volunteers and it's not the most fun job. Failure to comply when approached about a policy violation is very serious. Show your fellow members kindness and respect when receiving redirection. Maintaining a cooperative community space at Asmbly is very important to us and ignoring the redirection of an appointed leader in the space is a serious violation.
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[[Category:Policies]]

Organization

2026-03-14T21:35:11Z

Valerie: Updated role titles and past role list

Asmbly's organization structure consists of two main groups: the board, who are in charge of strategy and governance, and volunteer leaders and paid staff, who are in charge of getting stuff done. Sometimes an individual volunteer serves in multiple roles, but this isn't always the case. See [[Leadership]] for info on current and past appointments.

While the organization chart below reflects reporting structure within Asmbly, we as an organization value collaboration and see all positions as having direct relationships with one another so that we may effectively reach our shared goals.

[[File:Asmbly Org Chart.png|frameless|800x800px]]

== The Board ==
Asmbly's board consists of a President, a Secretary, a Treasurer, and (as of 2026) five "at large" board members with no specific duties. Board terms are staggered so not everybody's up for replacement in the same year.

Officially board terms are two years, but people can be replaced mid-term by either resignation or ejection.

At this time, new board members are elected by majority of the current board.

The Board operates according to Asmbly's bylaws, as amended from time to time. These (and other Asmbly public documents) may be found [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1d6pFaw7LAfkfgCCxQQfldOosOEJSG0v9 here]. Minutes of board meetings may be found [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1izGozNaR1nJrbMZfT-XMzEZSffJKgcq5 here] once they've been reviewed and accepted by the board.

;President
: The board president owns the agenda and generally runs board meetings. Asmbly's president is a voting member of the board.

;Secretary
: The board secretary is responsible for meeting minutes, governing documents, and official policies of Asmbly.

;Treasurer
: The board treasurer is responsible for Asmbly's overall budget. As of now the treasurer is also responsible for day-to-day accounts receivable and payable, but could be a staff or assistant volunteer responsibility in the future.

;At-Large Board Members
: An At-Large board member doesn't have any specific responsibilities beyond participating in board work and voting on motions before the board.

== Volunteer/Paid Leaders ==
The day-to-day operation of Asmbly is largely driven by volunteer leaders, although we aim to someday transition all of these to paid positions. Some of these roles are filled by board members but none of them need be. Each volunteer/paid leader is essentially the top of an ad-hoc pyramid; they may manage their teams and delegate as they see fit, but are ultimately responsible that stuff gets done.

;Executive Director
: The Executive Director has overall authority over all staff and volunteers at Asmbly, answering only to the board.

;Director of Education & Outreach
:The Director of Education & Outreach is a paid leadership position at Asmbly that has authority over everything related to classes and training, including instructors, curricula and scheduling, as well as events and community partnerships. This person manages the Education Team to ensure programs run smoothly and works with the volunteer Outreach Committee to help expand Asmbly's reach and educational offerings.

;Facilities Manager
:The Facilities Manager leads the Facilities Team which includes Facilities Coordinators, Shop Area Leads, and Kiln Operators. They oversee and maintain the physical space and its infrastructure, including space planning, networks, utilities, HVAC, and access controls. The Facilities Manager has authority on project planning and execution as well as operational policies and procedures. They help develop and enforce operational policies and procedures within shops in collaboration with Shop Area Leads. They are also responsible for ensuring that all necessary tasks are accomplished including purchase orders and overseeing tool acquisitions/dispositions.
:
;Shop Area Leads
:Each major shop area may have designated shop area leads. These individuals take on a leadership role within their designated areas to ensure that equipment is well maintained, in good working order, and meets the needs of membership. They work closely with other leaders, staff, and stewards in their designated areas.
:More details about this program can be found [https://wiki.asmbly.org/index.php/Shop_Area_Leads_Program here].

==Unfilled Leadership Roles ==
Asmbly is interested in filling additional leadership roles if/when we can find the right volunteers

;Director of IT
:The Director of IT has authority over everything IT related at Asmbly, including computers onsite, automations and networking. For more details on this role, as well as other roles within the IT Team, see [[IT Team]].

==Staff==
Asmbly has a limited number of paid staff who are responsible for ensuring some of the basic critical operations of the organization are maintained. Below are roles that currently exist (full job descriptions available [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_HF4ff9PuQK7FZoHqpNYpAqv-rIYLBSX?usp=drive_link here]).

;Membership & Volunteer Coordinator
:The Membership Coordinator is responsible for responding to emails sent to [mailto:membership@asmbly.org membership@asmbly.org] and leading weekly orientation sessions. They help members with any onboarding or system issues they experience. They collaborate with all other departments in the organization to ensure the needs of the membership are met. They actively engage members in the community to help members feel connected and supported. They organize volunteer committees to help Asmbly's operations and goals.

;Education Coordinator
:The Education Coordinator is responsible for ensuring classes are on the schedule, ideally at least 45 days in advance. They onboard new instructors, respond to class requests, determine appropriate cadence for classes, and other administrative tasks related to education. They work closely with other members of the Education Team to ensure education offerings at Asmbly are high quality and readily available.

;Staff Instructor
:The Staff Instructor is a balance of instruction, creation, and coordination. The Staff Instructor regularly teaches and develops classes, while working with the Education Team to coordinate and expand operations and outreach efforts. They work closely with other members of the Education Team to ensure education offerings at Asmbly are high quality and readily available.

;Facilities Coordinator
:The Facilities Coordinator is responsible for the physical space and its infrastructure, including space planning, networks, utilities, HVAC, and access controls. Volunteer stewards work closely with the Facilities Coordinator to ensure tool maintenance and repair is taken care of. The Facilities Coordinator helps develop and enforce operational policies and procedures within shops in collaboration with Shop Area Leads. They are also responsible for completing purchase orders and overseeing tool acquisitions. The Facilities Coordinator must be comfortable thinking creatively to solve problems in a timely and cost-effective manner.

;Kiln Operator
:The Kiln Operator ensures the all kilns run smoothly, taking precautions to ensure there is minimal breakage for bisque firings and successful oxidized color for glaze firings. They maintain timely and consistent firing spreadsheets and schedules, coordinate with the Ceramic Lead and Education Team as needed to support class schedules and firings for members.

;Lead Kiln Operator
:In addition to the regular duties of Kiln Operators, the Lead Kiln Operator manages the kiln schedule both in establishing the types of firings that will run and assigning shifts to Kiln Operators. They ensure effective communication of kiln operations to staff, teachers, members, and students. The Lead Kiln Operator also manages test fires and maintenance as needed.

;

==Past Roles ==
These are roles that have existed at some point in Asmbly's history that are not part of the organization structure today.

;Lead Instructor
:The Lead Instructor is responsible for vetting instructors and evaluating new classes. They assist instructors in developing teaching skills as well as class curriculum. They work closely with other members of the Education Team to provide input on class cadence, size, and complexity level.

;Program Manager
:The Program Manger is a paid leadership position at Asmbly that oversees our three core pillars: education, membership, and outreach. This person manages Education and Membership teams to ensure programs run smoothly and works closely with the Director of Outreach on expanding Asmbly's reach.

;General Manager
:The General Manager has authority over all goings-on in the space, including tool acquisition/disposition, project planning and execution, member onboarding and discipline, operational policies and procedures. The General Manager also has authority over the space and its infrastructure, including space planning, networks, utilities, HVAC, and access controls. Volunteer stewards report to the General Manager and work with them to ensure tool maintenance and repair is taken care of.

;Director of Outreach
: The Director of Outreach has authority over Asmbly's outreach efforts, including partnerships and sponsorships, outreach programs and events.

; Media & Marketing Coordinator
: The Media & Marketing Coordinator helps tell Asmbly’s story by capturing, organizing, and sharing the creativity happening in our community. This role combines hands-on media production with volunteer and contractor coordination to create compelling content and maintain digital assets. The Coordinator works closely with staff, instructors, volunteers, and leadership to showcase member projects, produce artist features, and support outreach efforts. This was a temporary position in 2025 that was funded through a staffing grant awarded to Asmbly.

[[Category:Operations]]

Financials

2026-03-12T17:16:57Z

Valerie: Added info and links

Asmbly releases monthly financial reports for members following Finance Committee meetings. These can be viewed in this folder [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1DWAA7RILaEuELWi6CLqGnEQY3MS0z4DX?usp=drive_link here].

Questions? Email [mailto:treasurer@asmbly.org treasurer@asmbly.org]
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File:202602 - February Asmbly Financial Summary.pdf

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202602 - February Asmbly Financial Summary

Financials

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How to Be Excellent

2026-03-09T23:09:14Z

Valerie: Added explicit line about photos and videos of others in the space, and generalized language to be broader than just members

A common adage we have here is “Be Excellent.” It’s a catch-all rule that basically comes down to this — be the best member you can be!

== Excellent ==
Here are some ways to “Be Excellent”:

* '''Respect''' others — this is a creative, safe space free of harassment.
** This includes respecting the work of others. As a community, we take a lot of inspiration from each other and share ideas. Be mindful that you do not steal the work of others, especially for monetary gain.
** Always ask permission before taking photos or videos of another person or their work.
* Use Asmbly facilities AND take classes to learn more.
* '''Help''' fellow members if they ask — be polite when you offer help.
* Not sure how to use a tool? '''Ask for help!'''
* Come in clean and clothed.
* '''Follow policies''' on storage, parking, and safety rules.
* Keep your '''contact information up-to-date''' — if we cannot reach you via the email you have provided us in Neon, you may miss pertinent info regarding your membership!
* Keep your '''work area clean while working''' — this is a shared space.
* '''Leave no trace''' — clean up after yourself before you leave or even better, leave your work areas better than you found them.
* '''Take out the trash'''. Any trash, any time.
* Check the [https://yo.asmbly.org/c/volunteers/7 Volunteers Needed] category on Discourse for ways you can '''help improve the facilities or community'''.
* Go home to sleep! — Operating machinery tired is dangerous and it’s against our rental agreement to have anyone sleeping on the premises.
* Do not leave food waste in shop trash cans.
* '''Respect members’ volunteer efforts on behalf of the space''' - we are completely volunteer run and honoring our volunteers is of utmost importance! We wouldn’t function without it.

'''REMEMBER:''' Membership at Asmbly is a privilege, not a right. We cherish our people, our space, and our machines. We reserve the right to ask anyone to leave who cannot take care of the space and respect other members.

== NOT Excellent ==
Remember, our goal is to be excellent and we have a strict [[Harassment Policy]]. Many behaviors lie in a gray area of social approval. The right question to ask is not, “is this legal or technically permitted?” but rather '''“is this excellent?”'''

If you find yourself doing things on the list below, please pause and reflect — your actions are very likely not excellent. Why not check with someone whose judgement you trust, for example: a friend, your parent, or another Asmbly member or volunteer? Or if it directly affects someone else, ask them.

Behaviors that might be fine in one context, but are frequently non-excellent:

* Using another member's design files without their permission. While each member is responsible for securely maintaining their designs, no member should assume that files found on a computer at the space are "fair game." It is especially unexcellent to use another member's design files to recreate their work and sell it for personal profit.
* Pursuing a one-sided relationship. For example, asking a member out who has already said “no.” Politely inviting another member to a social event can be appropriate, but if they have declined twice, do not ask again. Scheduling your visits to the space to intersect with the times another member will be present might be fine for old friends, but not for new acquaintances.
* Consuming makerspace resources more than most. For example by occupying full shelves of the fridge or spreading your work across multiple tables.
* Crossing personal boundaries. For example by using another member’s tools or commenting on their appearance. Again, among good friends this may be fine, but with other members there’s a strong chance it is non-excellent at best.
* Consuming a person’s time at the space more than is excellent. For example, by interrupting a person’s work without asking them if it’s a good time to chat, or without actively looking for signs and cues they want to get back to work.
* Making the space less pleasant. For example, by creating a lot of dust, noise, or noxious smells, bad-mouthing other members, or holding a political conversation loud enough that other people can’t avoid it.
* Forgetting that we are a volunteer-run organization and that you are a potential volunteer. We’re working to grow the community to where we can create a paid position for shop steward/administrator, but remember that all the people you see running the space and repairing machines are volunteers paying full-freight dues. This is not a gym for tools, it’s a community for learning and making — be patient when things go wrong and look for ways to help in return.
* Observing negative incidents without taking action. If you see someone using a tool unsafely, or harassing another member, or any factor that makes you not want to return to the space, please report it (see Handling Conflict).

Note: Please reach out to Asmbly Member Relations at [Mailto:people@asmbly.org people@asmbly.org] about negative behaviors for help.

Reflection: Would you, in a moment of honesty, say “I have many gifts, but socially I am somewhat awkward”? Great! So would many of us! If you fall into this category, it’s important to be especially reflective about these social gray areas.

=== Boundaries with Clients ===
Many hackers use the space to produce work for clients and may at times bring clients as guests to view their progress. Please respect your fellow hackers and their client relationships by following the guidelines below. Disrespecting your fellow hacker’s client relationships is highly non-excellent behavior.

* Don't talk to someone else's client(s) if you are not invited to do so or have a previous rapport with the client.
* Don't offer services/advice, unless asked by the member or client beforehand.
* If you don't have something nice to say, keep it to yourself.
* If there is a safety concern, the client may be asked to leave.
* Clients should wait in the lounge if the member is not present to escort them.

== Tips for Handling Conflict ==
The non-excellent behaviors previously described and other patterns of non-excellent behavior are not your fault and not your responsibility to address.

If you feel comfortable doing so, you may politely notify the other person of their behavior or ask someone to help intervene. Depending on the situation and severity, you may reach out to Asmbly Member Relations at [Mailto:people@asmbly.org people@asmbly.org], or consider contacting a resource line or law enforcement (only when severity level deems it appropriate).

It is always appropriate to contact [Mailto:people@asmbly.org people@asmbly.org] anonymously if you prefer, but please never contact another member anonymously. Anonymous reporting options may be available through third-party tools.

Here are some guidelines for handling conflict in a helpful, productive manner:

* ALWAYS introduce yourself and greet the individual when first approaching them to address an issue.
** This sets the stage for a lower temperature from the start
** The only exception to this is when there is immediate danger
* DO name a specific behavior.
** “sawing with staples still in the wood”
* DO voice your concern as a question.
** “I’m concerned about the staples I see in this pine. Did you know that if the saw blade touches metal this will force-stop the table saw?”
* DO name your feelings or concerns.
** “I’m concerned for your safety”
** “I’m worried for the health and longevity of the machine if we keep stressing it like this”
** “I’ve got a project due and I’m under some time pressure. I’m worried the saw might shut down and I won’t meet my deadline.”
* DO name a specific request.
** “Could you stop sawing until we pull out the staples?”
* DO offer to help.
** “Here, I have some pliers. Want to borrow them?”
* DON’T come in hot.
** If you’re not in a calm headspace, step back and wait for another time or ask someone you trust to help you handle the issue.
* DON’T make grand statements.
** “You always” “I never” “...never works”
** This is called “totalizing” — or “generalizing” or “catastrophizing — and it means you haven’t taken the time to think very hard.
* DON’T make accusations. Just ask a question.
** Instead of saying “You stole my drill!” when a tool you were using goes missing, ask, “Have you seen where the drill I was using went?”
* NEVER practice name-calling or aggression.
** “Only an idiot would…” is classic bullying behavior, and says more about you than it does about the other person.
** If you have constructive feedback to give someone about their technique, frame it kindly.
* DON’T create cascading drama.
** Do not make a problem worse by complaining about another member’s behavior to other members. Report problematic behavior as described here and let the process complete.
** Even if another member has misbehaved, gossiping in the space about it is a conduct code violation and may result in disciplinary action against you.

Remember, this person could be facing things you know nothing about.

* They could be experiencing homelessness or not be sure where their next paycheck is coming from. They could have a kid or parent in the ICU. This project could be helping them to recover from PTSD, divorce, job loss, or rape. These are all situations that could have happened to any makerspace member. There is dignity in creating and we all deserve dignity.

If another member approaches you with concerns about safety or respectful treatment of the machines:

* Stop your work and listen. Understand that regardless of demeanor, this person is likely concerned for your safety or the well-being of the machine and the space.
* Talk to a shop area lead, director, board member, or someone who knows the machine extremely well before moving forward.
* If you feel unsafe or that someone is not being kind or excellent, approach a leader or email Asmbly Member Relations at [mailto:people@asmbly.org people@asmbly.org].

== Serious Conflict ==
If you find yourself in conflict with another member that you cannot resolve or have an issue you need help addressing, please email Asmbly Member Relations at [mailto:people@asmbly.org people@asmbly.org]. This could include a request for a member to be moderated on any of our forums due to communication you found to be harassing or offensive in a way that harms the community. In your email, please describe the issue you are experiencing and how you would like assistance.

See our [[Harassment Policy]] for more details.

Please respect the process. We would prefer not to remove members. However, if a user’s communications with any Asmbly leader in this process are not respectful, professional, and in good faith, leaders are empowered to remove that member’s access. The user will not be refunded for any prorated amount s/he may have paid in membership.

== Resource Lines ==

* [http://www.austintexas.gov/department/311 Austin Services & Information]: 311
* Assistance with homelessness: 512-972-HOME
* [https://www.rainn.org/ National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline]: 800-656-HOPE (4673)
* [https://www.safeaustin.org/ Austin Abuse/Exploitation 24-hr SAFEline]: Call 512-267-SAFE (7233) or Text 737-888-7233 or Chat at [https://Safeaustin.org/chat safeaustin.org/chat]
* [https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ Suicide Prevention Lifeline]: 800-273-8255

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IT Team

2026-03-01T19:28:50Z

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The IT Team at Asmbly is a group of core volunteers who are responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and continuous improvement of the digital and technical systems that support our community. Their work spans shop computers, access control, custom websites, automations, and various integrations that connect different tools with Asmbly’s member management system. By maintaining these systems and building smart automations, the team reduces administrative burden, improves efficiency, and makes the member experience smoother.

As a volunteer-led team, IT operates within the broader leadership structure of the organization and works closely with staff, shop area leads, and other volunteers to align technology with Asmbly’s mission. The team’s focus is not only on solving today’s technical needs but also on developing sustainable systems and processes that enable growth and long-term reliability.

The IT Team is organized under the Director of IT, with dedicated leads for software development, systems, and infrastructure/security. This structure helps distribute responsibilities, empower volunteers to contribute where they’re strongest, and ensure no single person is overloaded.

For details on current appointments, see [[Leadership]].
[[File:Org Chart - IT ONLY.png|none|thumb|788x788px|For full organization chart, see [[Organization]].]]

== Team Roles ==

=== Director of IT ===
'''Volunteer leadership role requiring consistent availability to coordinate IT efforts at Asmbly.''' The Director of IT is responsible for establishing and coordinating Asmbly’s overall IT strategy, ensuring the operational reliability of digital systems, and building a strong, collaborative volunteer team. This role is a key part of the Leadership Team and serves as the bridge between IT operations and organizational priorities.

The Director’s first priority is making sure IT volunteers have what they need to be successful contributors. They must be available to check in and respond to issues multiple times a week to ensure smooth operations and timely follow-through.

'''Reports to:''' Executive Director

'''Works closely with:''' Facilities Manager, Director of Education, IT Leads, and other IT volunteers

==== Key Responsibilities ====

* Strategic Leadership: Develop a cohesive, sustainable IT strategy that aligns with Asmbly’s long-term vision and values (Ingenuity, Growth, Collaboration).
* Team Building & Support: Recruit, mentor, and empower IT volunteers (including the Developer, Systems, and Infrastructure & Security Leads) to spread out the workload effectively.
* Operational Oversight: Ensure critical systems integral to member experience — including Neon (membership/classes), Alta Open (access control), Skedda (reservations), Discourse (communication/problem reporting), and the Asmbly Wiki (information hub) — are reliable and functioning smoothly.
* Coordination: Maintain regular communication with the Executive Director, Facilities Manager, Director of Education, and other leaders. Work with Facilities staff to ensure computer systems are operational, licenses are up to date, and requests for system changes are addressed.
* Availability: Maintain consistent presence, with capacity to check in and respond to IT issues several times per week.

=== Infrastructure & Security Lead ===
'''Volunteer role focused on Asmbly’s networking, cloud services, and virtual infrastructure.''' This role ensures stability, security, and scalability across the organization’s foundational technology.

'''Reports to:''' Director of IT

'''Works closely with:''' Director of IT, Lead Developer, Systems Lead, and other IT volunteers

==== Key Responsibilities ====

* Network Management: Oversee Asmbly’s network infrastructure, including routers, firewalls, and security protocols, ensuring reliable and secure connectivity.
* Cloud & Virtual Infrastructure: Deploy and maintain cloud-based services, primarily AWS, and oversee hosted systems such as the Wiki and Discourse.
* Security Oversight: Ensure data and systems security across both local and cloud environments, responding quickly to emerging threats or incidents.
* Scalability & Stability: Design and maintain infrastructure to handle growth, aligning with Asmbly’s long-term sustainability goals.

=== Systems Lead ===
'''Volunteer role focused on maintaining and supporting Asmbly’s onsite computer systems.''' This role ensures the computers members interact with are updated, reliable, and accessible, helping to minimize operational disruptions.

'''Reports to:''' Director of IT

'''Works closely with:''' Facilities Manager, Facilities Coordinator, and other IT volunteers

==== Key Responsibilities ====

* Systems Maintenance: Perform OS and software updates on shop computers (primarily Windows administration); ensure licenses are current and systems function reliably for member use.
* Troubleshooting & Support: Address and resolve issues with onsite computer systems, collaborating with Facilities staff as needed to reduce downtime.
* Operational Reliability: Monitor the health of computer systems and proactively address recurring issues.
* Collaboration: Coordinate with the Director of IT and Infrastructure Lead when local systems intersect with cloud services or network issues.

=== Lead Developer ===
'''Volunteer role focused on developing and maintaining software projects that support Asmbly’s operations.''' This role ensures Asmbly’s systems are well-integrated, sustainable, and efficient, improving both member experience and staff/volunteer workflows.

'''Reports to:''' Director of IT

'''Works closely with:''' All IT volunteers, Systems Lead, and Infrastructure & Security Lead

==== Key Responsibilities ====

* Development & Automation: Design and implement automations, integrations, and other code-based projects to minimize administrative burden and improve efficiency.
* Code Management: Manage Asmbly’s GitHub repository, including pull requests, code reviews, and maintaining a structured, sustainable codebase.
* System Enhancement: Create and maintain software solutions that embody Asmbly’s value of Ingenuity, creatively solving problems to enhance the member experience.
* Collaboration: Coordinate with the Director of IT and other leads to ensure software projects align with infrastructure, systems, and organizational priorities.
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Leadership

2026-02-25T17:23:36Z

Valerie: IT update

This page reflects leadership appointments at Asmbly. For details on our organization structure and leadership positions, see [[Organization]].

== 2026 ==

=== Board ===
* Interim President - James Freeman
* Secretary - Austin Kasper
* Treasurer - Nancy Reiter
* At-large - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - Jordan Varat
* At-large - Art Zamorano
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot

==== Committees ====
* Director of IT - Valerie Wilmot (interim)
* Lead Developer - Robby Nevels
* Systems Lead - Natanael Monroy
* Infrastructure & Security Lead -

==== Shop Area Leads ====
* Lead Metal Shop Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Lasers Steward - Nick Emerson
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Wood Lathe - JD Murphy
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - John Vaughn
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Stanton Martin
* Lead Textiles Steward - Branislav Curanovic

==== Former Appointments ====
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Juliana Renner Ely (ended in January)
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat (ended in January)
* Board President - Jon Eklund (ended in February)
* Infrastructure & Security Lead - Jon Eklund (ended in February)

=== Paid Staff ===
* Facilities Manager - Robert Szabo
* Director of Education & Outreach - Adam Stow
* Facilities Coordinator - Sarah Martin
* Staff Instructor - Jason Sollman
* Lead Kiln Operator - Grace Mendenhall
* Kiln Operator - Perla Darnell
* Backup Kiln Operator - Chase Hunter
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach

==== Former Staff ====
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Alex Gao (ended in January)
* Lead Kiln Operator - Seth White (ended in January)

== 2025 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot

==== Committees ====
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Director of IT -
* Lead Developer - Robby Nevels
* Systems Lead - Natanael Monroy
* Infrastructure & Security Lead - Jon Eklund

==== Shop Area Leads ====
* Lead Metal Shop Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Lasers Steward - Nick Emerson
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Wood Lathe - JD Murphy
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - John Vaughn
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Juliana Renner Ely
* Lead Textiles Steward - Branislav Curanovic

==== Former Appointments ====
* Director of IT - Taylor Gates (ended in September)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - JD Murphy (transitioned in September)
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes (ended in September)
* Interim Lead Textiles Steward - Nick Emerson (ended in July)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stoney Godly (ended in April)
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard (ended in February)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens (ended in February)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal (ended in January)

=== Paid Staff ===
* Facilities Manager - Robert Szabo
* Director of Education - Adam Stow
* Facilities Coordinator - Sarah Martin
* Staff Instructor - Jason Sollman
* Lead Kiln Operator -
* Kiln Operator - Perla Darnell
* Backup Kiln Operator - Chase Hunter
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Alex Gao

==== Former Staff ====
* Facilities Coordinator - Michelle Wilson (ended in June)
* Ceramics Lead - Laurel Dundee (ended in May)
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow (promoted in March)
* Program Manager - Mikey Huff (ended in March)
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller (ended in January)

== 2024 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Metal Shop Machining Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Enoch Riese (ended October)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Charlie Staley (ended in August)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Bill May (ended in July)
* Lead Wood Lathe - David Disko (ended in July)
* Lead Electronics - David Disko (ended in July)

=== Paid Staff ===

* Program Manager - Mikey Huff
* Facilities Coordinator - Robert Szabo
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* General Manager - Shane Nestle (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko (ended in July)

== 2023 ==
=== Board ===
* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat (appointed in June)

=== Paid Staff ===

* General Manager - Shane Nestle (started in December)
* Education Coordinator - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Sid Holderbach (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko

== 2022 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Director of Development - Randall Ward
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley

=== Paid Leaders ===
* Director of Education - David Disko

=== Paid Staff ===

* Membership Coordinator - Lisa Edwards
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee
* Membership Coordinator - Matthew Miller

== 2021 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Eric Peterson
* At-large - Joe Ngo

[[Category:Operations]]

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - Jon Eklund
* Director of Facilities - Eric Peterson
* Director of Education - Scott Wynd
* Director of Communication - Joe Ngo

Organization

2026-02-25T03:55:17Z

Valerie: Updated org chart and current roles

Asmbly's organization structure consists of two main groups: the board, who are in charge of strategy and governance, and volunteer leaders and paid staff, who are in charge of getting stuff done. Sometimes an individual volunteer serves in multiple roles, but this isn't always the case. See [[Leadership]] for info on current and past appointments.

While the organization chart below reflects reporting structure within Asmbly, we as an organization value collaboration and see all positions as having direct relationships with one another so that we may effectively reach our shared goals.

[[File:Asmbly Org Chart.png|frameless|800x800px]]

== The Board ==
Asmbly's board consists of a President, a Secretary, a Treasurer, and (as of 2026) five "at large" board members with no specific duties. Board terms are staggered so not everybody's up for replacement in the same year.

Officially board terms are two years, but people can be replaced mid-term by either resignation or ejection.

At this time, new board members are elected by majority of the current board.

The Board operates according to Asmbly's bylaws, as amended from time to time. These (and other Asmbly public documents) may be found [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1d6pFaw7LAfkfgCCxQQfldOosOEJSG0v9 here]. Minutes of board meetings may be found [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1izGozNaR1nJrbMZfT-XMzEZSffJKgcq5 here] once they've been reviewed and accepted by the board.

;President
: The board president owns the agenda and generally runs board meetings. Asmbly's president is a voting member of the board.

;Secretary
: The board secretary is responsible for meeting minutes, governing documents, and official policies of Asmbly.

;Treasurer
: The board treasurer is responsible for Asmbly's overall budget. As of now the treasurer is also responsible for day-to-day accounts receivable and payable, but could be a staff or assistant volunteer responsibility in the future.

;At-Large Board Members
: An At-Large board member doesn't have any specific responsibilities beyond participating in board work and voting on motions before the board.

== Volunteer/Paid Leaders ==
The day-to-day operation of Asmbly is largely driven by volunteer leaders, although we aim to someday transition all of these to paid positions. Some of these roles are filled by board members but none of them need be. Each volunteer/paid leader is essentially the top of an ad-hoc pyramid; they may manage their teams and delegate as they see fit, but are ultimately responsible that stuff gets done.

;Executive Director
: The Executive Director has overall authority over all staff and volunteers at Asmbly, answering only to the board.

;Director of Education & Outreach
:The Director of Education is a paid leadership position at Asmbly that has authority over everything related to classes and training, including instructors, curricula and scheduling, as well as events and community partnerships. This person manages the Education Team to ensure programs run smoothly and works with the volunteer Outreach Committee to help expand Asmbly's reach and educational offerings.

;Facilities Manager
:The Facilities Manager leads the Facilities Team which includes Facilities Coordinators, Shop Area Leads, and Kiln Operators. They oversee and maintain the physical space and its infrastructure, including space planning, networks, utilities, HVAC, and access controls. The Facilities Manager has authority on project planning and execution as well as operational policies and procedures. They help develop and enforce operational policies and procedures within shops in collaboration with Shop Area Leads. They are also responsible for ensuring that all necessary tasks are accomplished including purchase orders and overseeing tool acquisitions/dispositions.
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;Shop Area Leads
:Each major shop area may have designated shop area leads. These individuals take on a leadership role within their designated areas to ensure that equipment is well maintained, in good working order, and meets the needs of membership. They work closely with other leaders, staff, and stewards in their designated areas.
:More details about this program can be found [https://wiki.asmbly.org/index.php/Shop_Area_Leads_Program here].

==Unfilled Leadership Roles ==
Asmbly is interested in filling additional leadership roles if/when we can find the right volunteers

;Director of IT
:The Director of IT has authority over everything IT related at Asmbly, including computers onsite, automations and networking. For more details on this role, as well as other roles within the IT Team, see [[IT Team]].

==Staff==
Asmbly has a limited number of paid staff who are responsible for ensuring some of the basic critical operations of the organization are maintained. Below are roles that currently exist (full job descriptions available [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_HF4ff9PuQK7FZoHqpNYpAqv-rIYLBSX?usp=drive_link here]).

;Membership & Volunteer Coordinator
:The Membership Coordinator is responsible for responding to emails sent to [mailto:membership@asmbly.org membership@asmbly.org] and leading weekly orientation sessions. They help members with any onboarding or system issues they experience. They collaborate with all other departments in the organization to ensure the needs of the membership are met. They actively engage members in the community to help members feel connected and supported. They organize volunteer committees to help Asmbly's operations and goals.

;Education Coordinator
:The Education Coordinator is responsible for ensuring classes are on the schedule, ideally at least 45 days in advance. They onboard new instructors, respond to class requests, determine appropriate cadence for classes, and other administrative tasks related to education. They work closely with other members of the Education Team to ensure education offerings at Asmbly are high quality and readily available.

;Staff Instructor
:The Staff Instructor is a balance of instruction, creation, and coordination. The Staff Instructor regularly teaches and develops classes, while working with the Education Team to coordinate and expand operations and outreach efforts. They work closely with other members of the Education Team to ensure education offerings at Asmbly are high quality and readily available.

;Facilities Coordinator
:The Facilities Coordinator is responsible for the physical space and its infrastructure, including space planning, networks, utilities, HVAC, and access controls. Volunteer stewards work closely with the Facilities Coordinator to ensure tool maintenance and repair is taken care of. The Facilities Coordinator helps develop and enforce operational policies and procedures within shops in collaboration with Shop Area Leads. They are also responsible for completing purchase orders and overseeing tool acquisitions. The Facilities Coordinator must be comfortable thinking creatively to solve problems in a timely and cost-effective manner.

;Kiln Operator
:The Kiln Operator ensures the all kilns run smoothly, taking precautions to ensure there is minimal breakage for bisque firings and successful oxidized color for glaze firings. They maintain timely and consistent firing spreadsheets and schedules, coordinate with the Ceramic Lead and Education Team as needed to support class schedules and firings for members.

;Lead Kiln Operator
:In addition to the regular duties of Kiln Operators, the Lead Kiln Operator manages the kiln schedule both in establishing the types of firings that will run and assigning shifts to Kiln Operators. They ensure effective communication of kiln operations to staff, teachers, members, and students. The Lead Kiln Operator also manages test fires and maintenance as needed.

;Media & Marketing Coordinator
:The Media & Marketing Coordinator helps tell Asmbly’s story by capturing, organizing, and sharing the creativity happening in our community. This role combines hands-on media production with volunteer and contractor coordination to create compelling content and maintain digital assets. The Coordinator works closely with staff, instructors, volunteers, and leadership to showcase member projects, produce artist features, and support outreach efforts. This position is currently funded through a staffing grant awarded to Asmbly in 2025.

==Past Roles ==
These are roles that have existed at some point in Asmbly's history that are not currently filled.

;Lead Instructor
:The Lead Instructor is responsible for vetting instructors and evaluating new classes. They assist instructors in developing teaching skills as well as class curriculum. They work closely with other members of the Education Team to provide input on class cadence, size, and complexity level.

;Program Manager
:The Program Manger is a paid leadership position at Asmbly that oversees our three core pillars: education, membership, and outreach. This person manages Education and Membership teams to ensure programs run smoothly and works closely with the Director of Outreach on expanding Asmbly's reach.

;General Manager
:The General Manager has authority over all goings-on in the space, including tool acquisition/disposition, project planning and execution, member onboarding and discipline, operational policies and procedures. The General Manager also has authority over the space and its infrastructure, including space planning, networks, utilities, HVAC, and access controls. Volunteer stewards report to the General Manager and work with them to ensure tool maintenance and repair is taken care of.

;Director of Outreach
: The Director of Outreach has authority over Asmbly's outreach efforts, including partnerships and sponsorships, outreach programs and events.

[[Category:Operations]]

File:Asmbly Org Chart.png

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Valerie: Valerie uploaded a new version of File:Asmbly Org Chart.png

Visual representation of Asmbly's Organization Chart

Leadership

2026-02-25T03:45:42Z

Valerie: Updates to board

This page reflects leadership appointments at Asmbly. For details on our organization structure and leadership positions, see [[Organization]].

== 2026 ==

=== Board ===
* Interim President - James Freeman
* Secretary - Austin Kasper
* Treasurer - Nancy Reiter
* At-large - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - Jordan Varat
* At-large - Art Zamorano
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot

==== Committees ====
* Director of IT - Valerie Wilmot (interim)
* Lead Developer - Robby Nevels
* Systems Lead - Natanael Monroy
* Infrastructure & Security Lead - Jon Eklund

==== Shop Area Leads ====
* Lead Metal Shop Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Lasers Steward - Nick Emerson
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Wood Lathe - JD Murphy
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - John Vaughn
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Stanton Martin
* Lead Textiles Steward - Branislav Curanovic

==== Former Appointments ====
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Juliana Renner Ely (ended in January)
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat (ended in January)
* Board President - Jon Eklund (ended in February)

=== Paid Staff ===
* Facilities Manager - Robert Szabo
* Director of Education & Outreach - Adam Stow
* Facilities Coordinator - Sarah Martin
* Staff Instructor - Jason Sollman
* Lead Kiln Operator - Grace Mendenhall
* Kiln Operator - Perla Darnell
* Backup Kiln Operator - Chase Hunter
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach

==== Former Staff ====
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Alex Gao (ended in January)
* Lead Kiln Operator - Seth White (ended in January)

== 2025 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot

==== Committees ====
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Director of IT -
* Lead Developer - Robby Nevels
* Systems Lead - Natanael Monroy
* Infrastructure & Security Lead - Jon Eklund

==== Shop Area Leads ====
* Lead Metal Shop Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Lasers Steward - Nick Emerson
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Wood Lathe - JD Murphy
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - John Vaughn
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Juliana Renner Ely
* Lead Textiles Steward - Branislav Curanovic

==== Former Appointments ====
* Director of IT - Taylor Gates (ended in September)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - JD Murphy (transitioned in September)
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes (ended in September)
* Interim Lead Textiles Steward - Nick Emerson (ended in July)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stoney Godly (ended in April)
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard (ended in February)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens (ended in February)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal (ended in January)

=== Paid Staff ===
* Facilities Manager - Robert Szabo
* Director of Education - Adam Stow
* Facilities Coordinator - Sarah Martin
* Staff Instructor - Jason Sollman
* Lead Kiln Operator -
* Kiln Operator - Perla Darnell
* Backup Kiln Operator - Chase Hunter
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Alex Gao

==== Former Staff ====
* Facilities Coordinator - Michelle Wilson (ended in June)
* Ceramics Lead - Laurel Dundee (ended in May)
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow (promoted in March)
* Program Manager - Mikey Huff (ended in March)
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller (ended in January)

== 2024 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Metal Shop Machining Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Enoch Riese (ended October)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Charlie Staley (ended in August)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Bill May (ended in July)
* Lead Wood Lathe - David Disko (ended in July)
* Lead Electronics - David Disko (ended in July)

=== Paid Staff ===

* Program Manager - Mikey Huff
* Facilities Coordinator - Robert Szabo
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* General Manager - Shane Nestle (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko (ended in July)

== 2023 ==
=== Board ===
* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat (appointed in June)

=== Paid Staff ===

* General Manager - Shane Nestle (started in December)
* Education Coordinator - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Sid Holderbach (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko

== 2022 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Director of Development - Randall Ward
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley

=== Paid Leaders ===
* Director of Education - David Disko

=== Paid Staff ===

* Membership Coordinator - Lisa Edwards
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee
* Membership Coordinator - Matthew Miller

== 2021 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Eric Peterson
* At-large - Joe Ngo

[[Category:Operations]]

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - Jon Eklund
* Director of Facilities - Eric Peterson
* Director of Education - Scott Wynd
* Director of Communication - Joe Ngo

Leadership

2026-02-20T01:46:27Z

Valerie: Updated committee appointments

This page reflects leadership appointments at Asmbly. For details on our organization structure and leadership positions, see [[Organization]].

== 2026 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Austin Kasper
* Treasurer - Nancy Reiter
* At-large - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - Jordan Varat
* At-large - James Freeman
* At-large - Art Zamorano
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot

==== Committees ====
* Director of IT - Valerie Wilmot (interim)
* Lead Developer - Robby Nevels
* Systems Lead - Natanael Monroy
* Infrastructure & Security Lead - Jon Eklund

==== Shop Area Leads ====
* Lead Metal Shop Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Lasers Steward - Nick Emerson
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Wood Lathe - JD Murphy
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - John Vaughn
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Stanton Martin
* Lead Textiles Steward - Branislav Curanovic

==== Former Appointments ====
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Juliana Renner Ely (ended in January)
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat (ended in January)

=== Paid Staff ===
* Facilities Manager - Robert Szabo
* Director of Education & Outreach - Adam Stow
* Facilities Coordinator - Sarah Martin
* Staff Instructor - Jason Sollman
* Lead Kiln Operator - Grace Mendenhall
* Kiln Operator - Perla Darnell
* Backup Kiln Operator - Chase Hunter
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach

==== Former Staff ====
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Alex Gao (ended in January)
* Lead Kiln Operator - Seth White (ended in January)

== 2025 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot

==== Committees ====
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Director of IT -
* Lead Developer - Robby Nevels
* Systems Lead - Natanael Monroy
* Infrastructure & Security Lead - Jon Eklund

==== Shop Area Leads ====
* Lead Metal Shop Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Lasers Steward - Nick Emerson
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Wood Lathe - JD Murphy
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - John Vaughn
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Juliana Renner Ely
* Lead Textiles Steward - Branislav Curanovic

==== Former Appointments ====
* Director of IT - Taylor Gates (ended in September)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - JD Murphy (transitioned in September)
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes (ended in September)
* Interim Lead Textiles Steward - Nick Emerson (ended in July)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stoney Godly (ended in April)
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard (ended in February)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens (ended in February)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal (ended in January)

=== Paid Staff ===
* Facilities Manager - Robert Szabo
* Director of Education - Adam Stow
* Facilities Coordinator - Sarah Martin
* Staff Instructor - Jason Sollman
* Lead Kiln Operator -
* Kiln Operator - Perla Darnell
* Backup Kiln Operator - Chase Hunter
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Alex Gao

==== Former Staff ====
* Facilities Coordinator - Michelle Wilson (ended in June)
* Ceramics Lead - Laurel Dundee (ended in May)
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow (promoted in March)
* Program Manager - Mikey Huff (ended in March)
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller (ended in January)

== 2024 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Metal Shop Machining Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Enoch Riese (ended October)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Charlie Staley (ended in August)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Bill May (ended in July)
* Lead Wood Lathe - David Disko (ended in July)
* Lead Electronics - David Disko (ended in July)

=== Paid Staff ===

* Program Manager - Mikey Huff
* Facilities Coordinator - Robert Szabo
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* General Manager - Shane Nestle (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko (ended in July)

== 2023 ==
=== Board ===
* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat (appointed in June)

=== Paid Staff ===

* General Manager - Shane Nestle (started in December)
* Education Coordinator - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Sid Holderbach (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko

== 2022 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Director of Development - Randall Ward
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley

=== Paid Leaders ===
* Director of Education - David Disko

=== Paid Staff ===

* Membership Coordinator - Lisa Edwards
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee
* Membership Coordinator - Matthew Miller

== 2021 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Eric Peterson
* At-large - Joe Ngo

[[Category:Operations]]

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - Jon Eklund
* Director of Facilities - Eric Peterson
* Director of Education - Scott Wynd
* Director of Communication - Joe Ngo

Leadership

2026-02-20T01:40:16Z

Valerie: Updated staff title

This page reflects leadership appointments at Asmbly. For details on our organization structure and leadership positions, see [[Organization]].

== 2026 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Austin Kasper
* Treasurer - Nancy Reiter
* At-large - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - Jordan Varat
* At-large - James Freeman
* At-large - Art Zamorano
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot

==== Committees ====
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Director of IT -
* Lead Developer - Robby Nevels
* Systems Lead - Natanael Monroy
* Infrastructure & Security Lead - Jon Eklund

==== Shop Area Leads ====
* Lead Metal Shop Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Lasers Steward - Nick Emerson
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Wood Lathe - JD Murphy
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - John Vaughn
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Stanton Martin
* Lead Textiles Steward - Branislav Curanovic

==== Former Appointments ====
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Juliana Renner Ely (ended in January)

=== Paid Staff ===
* Facilities Manager - Robert Szabo
* Director of Education & Outreach - Adam Stow
* Facilities Coordinator - Sarah Martin
* Staff Instructor - Jason Sollman
* Lead Kiln Operator - Grace Mendenhall
* Kiln Operator - Perla Darnell
* Backup Kiln Operator - Chase Hunter
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach

==== Former Staff ====
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Alex Gao (ended in January)
* Lead Kiln Operator - Seth White (ended in January)

== 2025 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot

==== Committees ====
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Director of IT -
* Lead Developer - Robby Nevels
* Systems Lead - Natanael Monroy
* Infrastructure & Security Lead - Jon Eklund

==== Shop Area Leads ====
* Lead Metal Shop Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Lasers Steward - Nick Emerson
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Wood Lathe - JD Murphy
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - John Vaughn
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Juliana Renner Ely
* Lead Textiles Steward - Branislav Curanovic

==== Former Appointments ====
* Director of IT - Taylor Gates (ended in September)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - JD Murphy (transitioned in September)
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes (ended in September)
* Interim Lead Textiles Steward - Nick Emerson (ended in July)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stoney Godly (ended in April)
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard (ended in February)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens (ended in February)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal (ended in January)

=== Paid Staff ===
* Facilities Manager - Robert Szabo
* Director of Education - Adam Stow
* Facilities Coordinator - Sarah Martin
* Staff Instructor - Jason Sollman
* Lead Kiln Operator -
* Kiln Operator - Perla Darnell
* Backup Kiln Operator - Chase Hunter
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Alex Gao

==== Former Staff ====
* Facilities Coordinator - Michelle Wilson (ended in June)
* Ceramics Lead - Laurel Dundee (ended in May)
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow (promoted in March)
* Program Manager - Mikey Huff (ended in March)
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller (ended in January)

== 2024 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Metal Shop Machining Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Enoch Riese (ended October)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Charlie Staley (ended in August)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Bill May (ended in July)
* Lead Wood Lathe - David Disko (ended in July)
* Lead Electronics - David Disko (ended in July)

=== Paid Staff ===

* Program Manager - Mikey Huff
* Facilities Coordinator - Robert Szabo
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* General Manager - Shane Nestle (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko (ended in July)

== 2023 ==
=== Board ===
* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat (appointed in June)

=== Paid Staff ===

* General Manager - Shane Nestle (started in December)
* Education Coordinator - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Sid Holderbach (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko

== 2022 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Director of Development - Randall Ward
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley

=== Paid Leaders ===
* Director of Education - David Disko

=== Paid Staff ===

* Membership Coordinator - Lisa Edwards
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee
* Membership Coordinator - Matthew Miller

== 2021 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Eric Peterson
* At-large - Joe Ngo

[[Category:Operations]]

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - Jon Eklund
* Director of Facilities - Eric Peterson
* Director of Education - Scott Wynd
* Director of Communication - Joe Ngo

Organization

2026-02-03T23:05:05Z

Valerie: Updated board count changes for 2026

Asmbly's organization structure consists of two main groups: the board, who are in charge of strategy and governance, and volunteer leaders and paid staff, who are in charge of getting stuff done. Sometimes an individual volunteer serves in multiple roles, but this isn't always the case. See [[Leadership]] for info on current and past appointments.

While the organization chart below reflects reporting structure within Asmbly, we as an organization value collaboration and see all positions as having direct relationships with one another so that we may effectively reach our shared goals.

[[File:Asmbly Org Chart.png|frameless|800x800px]]

== The Board ==
Asmbly's board consists of a President, a Secretary, a Treasurer, and (as of 2026) five "at large" board members with no specific duties. Board terms are staggered so not everybody's up for replacement in the same year.

Officially board terms are two years, but people can be replaced mid-term by either resignation or ejection.

At this time, new board members are elected by majority of the current board.

The Board operates according to Asmbly's bylaws, as amended from time to time. These (and other Asmbly public documents) may be found [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1d6pFaw7LAfkfgCCxQQfldOosOEJSG0v9 here]. Minutes of board meetings may be found [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1izGozNaR1nJrbMZfT-XMzEZSffJKgcq5 here] once they've been reviewed and accepted by the board.

;President
: The board president owns the agenda and generally runs board meetings. Asmbly's president is a voting member of the board.

;Secretary
: The board secretary is responsible for meeting minutes, governing documents, and official policies of Asmbly.

;Treasurer
: The board treasurer is responsible for Asmbly's overall budget. As of now the treasurer is also responsible for day-to-day accounts receivable and payable, but could be a staff or assistant volunteer responsibility in the future.

;At-Large Board Members
: An At-Large board member doesn't have any specific responsibilities beyond participating in board work and voting on motions before the board.

== Volunteer/Paid Leaders ==
The day-to-day operation of Asmbly is largely driven by volunteer leaders, although we aim to someday transition all of these to paid positions. Some of these roles are filled by board members but none of them need be. Each volunteer/paid leader is essentially the top of an ad-hoc pyramid; they may manage their teams and delegate as they see fit, but are ultimately responsible that stuff gets done.

;Executive Director
: The Executive Director has overall authority over all staff and volunteers at Asmbly, answering only to the board.

;Director of Outreach
: The Director of Outreach has authority over Asmbly's outreach efforts, including partnerships and sponsorships, outreach programs and events.

;Director of Education
:The Director of Education is a paid leadership position at Asmbly that has authority over everything related to classes and training, including instructors, curricula and scheduling. This person manages the Education Team to ensure programs run smoothly and occasionally works with the Director of Outreach to help expand Asmbly's educational reach.

;Director of IT
:The Director of IT has authority over everything IT related at Asmbly, including computers onsite, automations and networking. For more details on this role, as well as other roles within the IT Team, see [[IT Team]].

;Facilities Manager
:The Facilities Manager leads the Facilities Team which includes Facilities Coordinators, Shop Area Leads, and Kiln Operators. They oversee and maintain the physical space and its infrastructure, including space planning, networks, utilities, HVAC, and access controls. The Facilities Manager has authority on project planning and execution as well as operational policies and procedures. They help develop and enforce operational policies and procedures within shops in collaboration with Shop Area Leads. They are also responsible for ensuring that all necessary tasks are accomplished including purchase orders and overseeing tool acquisitions/dispositions.
:
;Shop Area Leads
:Each major shop area may have designated shop area leads. These individuals take on a leadership role within their designated areas to ensure that equipment is well maintained, in good working order, and meets the needs of membership. They work closely with other leaders, staff, and stewards in their designated areas.
:More details about this program can be found [https://wiki.asmbly.org/index.php/Shop_Area_Leads_Program here].

==Unfilled Leadership Roles ==
Asmbly is interested in filling additional leadership roles if/when we can find the right volunteers

;Director of Development
:The Director of Development has authority over Asmbly's public interactions, including marketing, advertising, and fundraising.

==Staff==
Asmbly has a limited number of paid staff who are responsible for ensuring some of the basic critical operations of the organization are maintained. Below are roles that currently exist (full job descriptions available [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_HF4ff9PuQK7FZoHqpNYpAqv-rIYLBSX?usp=drive_link here]).

;Membership & Volunteer Coordinator
:The Membership Coordinator is responsible for responding to emails sent to [mailto:membership@asmbly.org membership@asmbly.org] and leading weekly orientation sessions. They help members with any onboarding or system issues they experience. They collaborate with all other departments in the organization to ensure the needs of the membership are met. They actively engage members in the community to help members feel connected and supported. They organize volunteer committees to help Asmbly's operations and goals.

;Education Coordinator
:The Education Coordinator is responsible for ensuring classes are on the schedule, ideally at least 45 days in advance. They onboard new instructors, respond to class requests, determine appropriate cadence for classes, and other administrative tasks related to education. They work closely with other members of the Education Team to ensure education offerings at Asmbly are high quality and readily available.

;Staff Instructor
:The Staff Instructor is a balance of instruction, creation, and coordination. The Staff Instructor regularly teaches and develops classes, while working with the Education Team to coordinate and expand operations and outreach efforts. They work closely with other members of the Education Team to ensure education offerings at Asmbly are high quality and readily available.

;Facilities Coordinator
:The Facilities Coordinator is responsible for the physical space and its infrastructure, including space planning, networks, utilities, HVAC, and access controls. Volunteer stewards work closely with the Facilities Coordinator to ensure tool maintenance and repair is taken care of. The Facilities Coordinator helps develop and enforce operational policies and procedures within shops in collaboration with Shop Area Leads. They are also responsible for completing purchase orders and overseeing tool acquisitions. The Facilities Coordinator must be comfortable thinking creatively to solve problems in a timely and cost-effective manner.

;Kiln Operator
:The Kiln Operator ensures the all kilns run smoothly, taking precautions to ensure there is minimal breakage for bisque firings and successful oxidized color for glaze firings. They maintain timely and consistent firing spreadsheets and schedules, coordinate with the Ceramic Lead and Education Team as needed to support class schedules and firings for members.

;Lead Kiln Operator
:In addition to the regular duties of Kiln Operators, the Lead Kiln Operator manages the kiln schedule both in establishing the types of firings that will run and assigning shifts to Kiln Operators. They ensure effective communication of kiln operations to staff, teachers, members, and students. The Lead Kiln Operator also manages test fires and maintenance as needed.

;Media & Marketing Coordinator
:The Media & Marketing Coordinator helps tell Asmbly’s story by capturing, organizing, and sharing the creativity happening in our community. This role combines hands-on media production with volunteer and contractor coordination to create compelling content and maintain digital assets. The Coordinator works closely with staff, instructors, volunteers, and leadership to showcase member projects, produce artist features, and support outreach efforts. This position is currently funded through a staffing grant awarded to Asmbly in 2025.

==Past Roles ==
These are roles that have existed at some point in Asmbly's history that are not currently filled.

;Lead Instructor
:The Lead Instructor is responsible for vetting instructors and evaluating new classes. They assist instructors in developing teaching skills as well as class curriculum. They work closely with other members of the Education Team to provide input on class cadence, size, and complexity level.

;Program Manager
:The Program Manger is a paid leadership position at Asmbly that oversees our three core pillars: education, membership, and outreach. This person manages Education and Membership teams to ensure programs run smoothly and works closely with the Director of Outreach on expanding Asmbly's reach.

;General Manager
:The General Manager has authority over all goings-on in the space, including tool acquisition/disposition, project planning and execution, member onboarding and discipline, operational policies and procedures. The General Manager also has authority over the space and its infrastructure, including space planning, networks, utilities, HVAC, and access controls. Volunteer stewards report to the General Manager and work with them to ensure tool maintenance and repair is taken care of.

[[Category:Operations]]

Leadership

2026-02-03T23:04:26Z

Valerie: 2026 secretary changes

This page reflects leadership appointments at Asmbly. For details on our organization structure and leadership positions, see [[Organization]].

== 2026 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Austin Kasper
* Treasurer - Nancy Reiter
* At-large - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - Jordan Varat
* At-large - James Freeman
* At-large - Art Zamorano
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot

==== Committees ====
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Director of IT -
* Lead Developer - Robby Nevels
* Systems Lead - Natanael Monroy
* Infrastructure & Security Lead - Jon Eklund

==== Shop Area Leads ====
* Lead Metal Shop Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Lasers Steward - Nick Emerson
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Wood Lathe - JD Murphy
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - John Vaughn
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Stanton Martin
* Lead Textiles Steward - Branislav Curanovic

==== Former Appointments ====
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Juliana Renner Ely (ended in January)

=== Paid Staff ===
* Facilities Manager - Robert Szabo
* Director of Education - Adam Stow
* Facilities Coordinator - Sarah Martin
* Staff Instructor - Jason Sollman
* Lead Kiln Operator - Grace Mendenhall
* Kiln Operator - Perla Darnell
* Backup Kiln Operator - Chase Hunter
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach

==== Former Staff ====
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Alex Gao (ended in January)
* Lead Kiln Operator - Seth White (ended in January)

== 2025 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot

==== Committees ====
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Director of IT -
* Lead Developer - Robby Nevels
* Systems Lead - Natanael Monroy
* Infrastructure & Security Lead - Jon Eklund

==== Shop Area Leads ====
* Lead Metal Shop Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Lasers Steward - Nick Emerson
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Wood Lathe - JD Murphy
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - John Vaughn
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Juliana Renner Ely
* Lead Textiles Steward - Branislav Curanovic

==== Former Appointments ====
* Director of IT - Taylor Gates (ended in September)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - JD Murphy (transitioned in September)
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes (ended in September)
* Interim Lead Textiles Steward - Nick Emerson (ended in July)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stoney Godly (ended in April)
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard (ended in February)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens (ended in February)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal (ended in January)

=== Paid Staff ===
* Facilities Manager - Robert Szabo
* Director of Education - Adam Stow
* Facilities Coordinator - Sarah Martin
* Staff Instructor - Jason Sollman
* Lead Kiln Operator -
* Kiln Operator - Perla Darnell
* Backup Kiln Operator - Chase Hunter
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Alex Gao

==== Former Staff ====
* Facilities Coordinator - Michelle Wilson (ended in June)
* Ceramics Lead - Laurel Dundee (ended in May)
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow (promoted in March)
* Program Manager - Mikey Huff (ended in March)
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller (ended in January)

== 2024 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Metal Shop Machining Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Enoch Riese (ended October)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Charlie Staley (ended in August)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Bill May (ended in July)
* Lead Wood Lathe - David Disko (ended in July)
* Lead Electronics - David Disko (ended in July)

=== Paid Staff ===

* Program Manager - Mikey Huff
* Facilities Coordinator - Robert Szabo
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* General Manager - Shane Nestle (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko (ended in July)

== 2023 ==
=== Board ===
* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat (appointed in June)

=== Paid Staff ===

* General Manager - Shane Nestle (started in December)
* Education Coordinator - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Sid Holderbach (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko

== 2022 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Director of Development - Randall Ward
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley

=== Paid Leaders ===
* Director of Education - David Disko

=== Paid Staff ===

* Membership Coordinator - Lisa Edwards
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee
* Membership Coordinator - Matthew Miller

== 2021 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Eric Peterson
* At-large - Joe Ngo

[[Category:Operations]]

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - Jon Eklund
* Director of Facilities - Eric Peterson
* Director of Education - Scott Wynd
* Director of Communication - Joe Ngo

Leadership

2026-01-23T16:23:18Z

Valerie: Updated roles

This page reflects leadership appointments at Asmbly. For details on our organization structure and leadership positions, see [[Organization]].

== 2026 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Nancy Reiter
* At-large - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
* At-large - Austin Kasper
* At-large - Art Zamorano
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot

==== Committees ====
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Director of IT -
* Lead Developer - Robby Nevels
* Systems Lead - Natanael Monroy
* Infrastructure & Security Lead - Jon Eklund

==== Shop Area Leads ====
* Lead Metal Shop Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Lasers Steward - Nick Emerson
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Wood Lathe - JD Murphy
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - John Vaughn
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Stanton Martin
* Lead Textiles Steward - Branislav Curanovic

==== Former Appointments ====
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Juliana Renner Ely (ended in January)

=== Paid Staff ===
* Facilities Manager - Robert Szabo
* Director of Education - Adam Stow
* Facilities Coordinator - Sarah Martin
* Staff Instructor - Jason Sollman
* Lead Kiln Operator - Grace Mendenhall
* Kiln Operator - Perla Darnell
* Backup Kiln Operator - Chase Hunter
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach

==== Former Staff ====
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Alex Gao (ended in January)
* Lead Kiln Operator - Seth White (ended in January)

== 2025 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot

==== Committees ====
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Director of IT -
* Lead Developer - Robby Nevels
* Systems Lead - Natanael Monroy
* Infrastructure & Security Lead - Jon Eklund

==== Shop Area Leads ====
* Lead Metal Shop Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Lasers Steward - Nick Emerson
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Wood Lathe - JD Murphy
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - John Vaughn
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Juliana Renner Ely
* Lead Textiles Steward - Branislav Curanovic

==== Former Appointments ====
* Director of IT - Taylor Gates (ended in September)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - JD Murphy (transitioned in September)
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes (ended in September)
* Interim Lead Textiles Steward - Nick Emerson (ended in July)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stoney Godly (ended in April)
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard (ended in February)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens (ended in February)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal (ended in January)

=== Paid Staff ===
* Facilities Manager - Robert Szabo
* Director of Education - Adam Stow
* Facilities Coordinator - Sarah Martin
* Staff Instructor - Jason Sollman
* Lead Kiln Operator -
* Kiln Operator - Perla Darnell
* Backup Kiln Operator - Chase Hunter
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Alex Gao

==== Former Staff ====
* Facilities Coordinator - Michelle Wilson (ended in June)
* Ceramics Lead - Laurel Dundee (ended in May)
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow (promoted in March)
* Program Manager - Mikey Huff (ended in March)
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller (ended in January)

== 2024 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Metal Shop Machining Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Enoch Riese (ended October)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Charlie Staley (ended in August)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Bill May (ended in July)
* Lead Wood Lathe - David Disko (ended in July)
* Lead Electronics - David Disko (ended in July)

=== Paid Staff ===

* Program Manager - Mikey Huff
* Facilities Coordinator - Robert Szabo
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* General Manager - Shane Nestle (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko (ended in July)

== 2023 ==
=== Board ===
* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat (appointed in June)

=== Paid Staff ===

* General Manager - Shane Nestle (started in December)
* Education Coordinator - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Sid Holderbach (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko

== 2022 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Director of Development - Randall Ward
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley

=== Paid Leaders ===
* Director of Education - David Disko

=== Paid Staff ===

* Membership Coordinator - Lisa Edwards
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee
* Membership Coordinator - Matthew Miller

== 2021 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Eric Peterson
* At-large - Joe Ngo

[[Category:Operations]]

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - Jon Eklund
* Director of Facilities - Eric Peterson
* Director of Education - Scott Wynd
* Director of Communication - Joe Ngo

Organization

2026-01-20T21:56:49Z

Valerie: Added link to full job descriptions GDrive folder for staff roles

Asmbly's organization structure consists of two main groups: the board, who are in charge of strategy and governance, and volunteer leaders and paid staff, who are in charge of getting stuff done. Sometimes an individual volunteer serves in multiple roles, but this isn't always the case. See [[Leadership]] for info on current and past appointments.

While the organization chart below reflects reporting structure within Asmbly, we as an organization value collaboration and see all positions as having direct relationships with one another so that we may effectively reach our shared goals.

[[File:Asmbly Org Chart.png|frameless|800x800px]]

== The Board ==
Asmbly's board consists of a President, a Secretary, a Treasurer, and (as of 2021) two "at large" board members with no specific duties. Board terms are staggered so not everybody's up for replacement in the same year.

Officially board terms are two years, but people can be replaced mid-term by either resignation or ejection.

At this time, new board members are elected by majority of the current board.

The Board operates according to Asmbly's bylaws, as amended from time to time. These (and other Asmbly public documents) may be found [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1d6pFaw7LAfkfgCCxQQfldOosOEJSG0v9 here]. Minutes of board meetings may be found [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1izGozNaR1nJrbMZfT-XMzEZSffJKgcq5 here] once they've been reviewed and accepted by the board.

;President
: The board president owns the agenda and generally runs board meetings. Asmbly's president is a voting member of the board.

;Secretary
: The board secretary is responsible for meeting minutes, governing documents, and official policies of Asmbly.

;Treasurer
: The board treasurer is responsible for Asmbly's overall budget. As of now the treasurer is also responsible for day-to-day accounts receivable and payable, but could be a staff or assistant volunteer responsibility in the future.

;At-Large Board Members
: An At-Large board member doesn't have any specific responsibilities beyond participating in board work and voting on motions before the board.

== Volunteer/Paid Leaders ==
The day-to-day operation of Asmbly is largely driven by volunteer leaders, although we aim to someday transition all of these to paid positions. Some of these roles are filled by board members but none of them need be. Each volunteer/paid leader is essentially the top of an ad-hoc pyramid; they may manage their teams and delegate as they see fit, but are ultimately responsible that stuff gets done.

;Executive Director
: The Executive Director has overall authority over all staff and volunteers at Asmbly, answering only to the board.

;Director of Outreach
: The Director of Outreach has authority over Asmbly's outreach efforts, including partnerships and sponsorships, outreach programs and events.

;Director of Education
:The Director of Education is a paid leadership position at Asmbly that has authority over everything related to classes and training, including instructors, curricula and scheduling. This person manages the Education Team to ensure programs run smoothly and occasionally works with the Director of Outreach to help expand Asmbly's educational reach.

;Director of IT
:The Director of IT has authority over everything IT related at Asmbly, including computers onsite, automations and networking. For more details on this role, as well as other roles within the IT Team, see [[IT Team]].

;Facilities Manager
:The Facilities Manager leads the Facilities Team which includes Facilities Coordinators, Shop Area Leads, and Kiln Operators. They oversee and maintain the physical space and its infrastructure, including space planning, networks, utilities, HVAC, and access controls. The Facilities Manager has authority on project planning and execution as well as operational policies and procedures. They help develop and enforce operational policies and procedures within shops in collaboration with Shop Area Leads. They are also responsible for ensuring that all necessary tasks are accomplished including purchase orders and overseeing tool acquisitions/dispositions.
:
;Shop Area Leads
:Each major shop area may have designated shop area leads. These individuals take on a leadership role within their designated areas to ensure that equipment is well maintained, in good working order, and meets the needs of membership. They work closely with other leaders, staff, and stewards in their designated areas.
:More details about this program can be found [https://wiki.asmbly.org/index.php/Shop_Area_Leads_Program here].

==Unfilled Leadership Roles ==
Asmbly is interested in filling additional leadership roles if/when we can find the right volunteers

;Director of Development
:The Director of Development has authority over Asmbly's public interactions, including marketing, advertising, and fundraising.

==Staff==
Asmbly has a limited number of paid staff who are responsible for ensuring some of the basic critical operations of the organization are maintained. Below are roles that currently exist (full job descriptions available [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_HF4ff9PuQK7FZoHqpNYpAqv-rIYLBSX?usp=drive_link here]).

;Membership & Volunteer Coordinator
:The Membership Coordinator is responsible for responding to emails sent to [mailto:membership@asmbly.org membership@asmbly.org] and leading weekly orientation sessions. They help members with any onboarding or system issues they experience. They collaborate with all other departments in the organization to ensure the needs of the membership are met. They actively engage members in the community to help members feel connected and supported. They organize volunteer committees to help Asmbly's operations and goals.

;Education Coordinator
:The Education Coordinator is responsible for ensuring classes are on the schedule, ideally at least 45 days in advance. They onboard new instructors, respond to class requests, determine appropriate cadence for classes, and other administrative tasks related to education. They work closely with other members of the Education Team to ensure education offerings at Asmbly are high quality and readily available.

;Staff Instructor
:The Staff Instructor is a balance of instruction, creation, and coordination. The Staff Instructor regularly teaches and develops classes, while working with the Education Team to coordinate and expand operations and outreach efforts. They work closely with other members of the Education Team to ensure education offerings at Asmbly are high quality and readily available.

;Facilities Coordinator
:The Facilities Coordinator is responsible for the physical space and its infrastructure, including space planning, networks, utilities, HVAC, and access controls. Volunteer stewards work closely with the Facilities Coordinator to ensure tool maintenance and repair is taken care of. The Facilities Coordinator helps develop and enforce operational policies and procedures within shops in collaboration with Shop Area Leads. They are also responsible for completing purchase orders and overseeing tool acquisitions. The Facilities Coordinator must be comfortable thinking creatively to solve problems in a timely and cost-effective manner.

;Kiln Operator
:The Kiln Operator ensures the all kilns run smoothly, taking precautions to ensure there is minimal breakage for bisque firings and successful oxidized color for glaze firings. They maintain timely and consistent firing spreadsheets and schedules, coordinate with the Ceramic Lead and Education Team as needed to support class schedules and firings for members.

;Lead Kiln Operator
:In addition to the regular duties of Kiln Operators, the Lead Kiln Operator manages the kiln schedule both in establishing the types of firings that will run and assigning shifts to Kiln Operators. They ensure effective communication of kiln operations to staff, teachers, members, and students. The Lead Kiln Operator also manages test fires and maintenance as needed.

;Media & Marketing Coordinator
:The Media & Marketing Coordinator helps tell Asmbly’s story by capturing, organizing, and sharing the creativity happening in our community. This role combines hands-on media production with volunteer and contractor coordination to create compelling content and maintain digital assets. The Coordinator works closely with staff, instructors, volunteers, and leadership to showcase member projects, produce artist features, and support outreach efforts. This position is currently funded through a staffing grant awarded to Asmbly in 2025.

==Past Roles ==
These are roles that have existed at some point in Asmbly's history that are not currently filled.

;Lead Instructor
:The Lead Instructor is responsible for vetting instructors and evaluating new classes. They assist instructors in developing teaching skills as well as class curriculum. They work closely with other members of the Education Team to provide input on class cadence, size, and complexity level.

;Program Manager
:The Program Manger is a paid leadership position at Asmbly that oversees our three core pillars: education, membership, and outreach. This person manages Education and Membership teams to ensure programs run smoothly and works closely with the Director of Outreach on expanding Asmbly's reach.

;General Manager
:The General Manager has authority over all goings-on in the space, including tool acquisition/disposition, project planning and execution, member onboarding and discipline, operational policies and procedures. The General Manager also has authority over the space and its infrastructure, including space planning, networks, utilities, HVAC, and access controls. Volunteer stewards report to the General Manager and work with them to ensure tool maintenance and repair is taken care of.

[[Category:Operations]]

How to Be Excellent

2026-01-20T01:19:43Z

Valerie: Updated to refine language, remove board reference, add first bullet to handling conflict to include introducing self and greeting the individual

A common adage we have here is “Be Excellent.” It’s a catch-all rule that basically comes down to this — be the best member you can be!

== Excellent ==
Here are some ways to “Be Excellent”:

* '''Respect''' other members — this is a creative, safe space free of harassment.
** This includes respecting the work of other members. As a community, we take a lot of inspiration from each other and share ideas. Be mindful that you do not steal the work of others, especially for monetary gain.
* Use Asmbly facilities AND take classes to learn more.
* '''Help''' fellow members if they ask — be polite when you offer help.
* Not sure how to use a tool? '''Ask for help!'''
* Come in clean and clothed.
* '''Follow policies''' on storage, parking, and safety rules.
* Keep your '''contact information up-to-date''' — if we cannot reach you via the email you have provided us in Neon, you may miss pertinent info regarding your membership!
* Keep your '''work area clean while working''' — this is a shared space.
* '''Leave no trace''' — clean up after yourself before you leave or even better, leave your work areas better than you found them.
* '''Take out the trash'''. Any trash, any time.
* Check the [https://yo.asmbly.org/c/volunteers/7 Volunteers Needed] category on Discourse for ways you can '''help improve the facilities or community'''.
* Go home to sleep! — Operating machinery tired is dangerous and it’s against our rental agreement to have anyone sleeping on the premises.
* Do not leave food waste in shop trash cans.
* '''Respect members’ volunteer efforts on behalf of the space''' - we are completely volunteer run and honoring our volunteers is of utmost importance! We wouldn’t function without it.

'''REMEMBER:''' Membership at Asmbly is a privilege, not a right. We cherish our people, our space, and our machines. We reserve the right to ask anyone to leave who cannot take care of the space and respect other members.

== NOT Excellent ==
Remember, our goal is to be excellent and we have a strict [[Harassment Policy]]. Many behaviors lie in a gray area of social approval. The right question to ask is not, “is this legal or technically permitted?” but rather '''“is this excellent?”'''

If you find yourself doing things on the list below, please pause and reflect — your actions are very likely not excellent. Why not check with someone whose judgement you trust, for example: a friend, your parent, or another Asmbly member or volunteer? Or if it directly affects someone else, ask them.

Behaviors that might be fine in one context, but are frequently non-excellent:

* Using another member's design files without their permission. While each member is responsible for securely maintaining their designs, no member should assume that files found on a computer at the space are "fair game." It is especially unexcellent to use another member's design files to recreate their work and sell it for personal profit.
* Pursuing a one-sided relationship. For example, asking a member out who has already said “no.” Politely inviting another member to a social event can be appropriate, but if they have declined twice, do not ask again. Scheduling your visits to the space to intersect with the times another member will be present might be fine for old friends, but not for new acquaintances.
* Consuming makerspace resources more than most. For example by occupying full shelves of the fridge or spreading your work across multiple tables.
* Crossing personal boundaries. For example by using another member’s tools or commenting on their appearance. Again, among good friends this may be fine, but with other members there’s a strong chance it is non-excellent at best.
* Consuming a person’s time at the space more than is excellent. For example, by interrupting a person’s work without asking them if it’s a good time to chat, or without actively looking for signs and cues they want to get back to work.
* Making the space less pleasant. For example, by creating a lot of dust, noise, or noxious smells, bad-mouthing other members, or holding a political conversation loud enough that other people can’t avoid it.
* Forgetting that we are a volunteer-run organization and that you are a potential volunteer. We’re working to grow the community to where we can create a paid position for shop steward/administrator, but remember that all the people you see running the space and repairing machines are volunteers paying full-freight dues. This is not a gym for tools, it’s a community for learning and making — be patient when things go wrong and look for ways to help in return.
* Observing negative incidents without taking action. If you see someone using a tool unsafely, or harassing another member, or any factor that makes you not want to return to the space, please report it (see Handling Conflict).

Note: Please reach out to Asmbly Member Relations at [Mailto:people@asmbly.org people@asmbly.org] about negative behaviors for help.

Reflection: Would you, in a moment of honesty, say “I have many gifts, but socially I am somewhat awkward”? Great! So would many of us! If you fall into this category, it’s important to be especially reflective about these social gray areas.

=== Boundaries with Clients ===
Many hackers use the space to produce work for clients and may at times bring clients as guests to view their progress. Please respect your fellow hackers and their client relationships by following the guidelines below. Disrespecting your fellow hacker’s client relationships is highly non-excellent behavior.

* Don't talk to someone else's client(s) if you are not invited to do so or have a previous rapport with the client.
* Don't offer services/advice, unless asked by the member or client beforehand.
* If you don't have something nice to say, keep it to yourself.
* If there is a safety concern, the client may be asked to leave.
* Clients should wait in the lounge if the member is not present to escort them.

== Tips for Handling Conflict ==
The non-excellent behaviors previously described and other patterns of non-excellent behavior are not your fault and not your responsibility to address.

If you feel comfortable doing so, you may politely notify the other person of their behavior or ask someone to help intervene. Depending on the situation and severity, you may reach out to Asmbly Member Relations at [Mailto:people@asmbly.org people@asmbly.org], or consider contacting a resource line or law enforcement (only when severity level deems it appropriate).

It is always appropriate to contact [Mailto:people@asmbly.org people@asmbly.org] anonymously if you prefer, but please never contact another member anonymously. Anonymous reporting options may be available through third-party tools.

Here are some guidelines for handling conflict in a helpful, productive manner:

* ALWAYS introduce yourself and greet the individual when first approaching them to address an issue.
** This sets the stage for a lower temperature from the start
** The only exception to this is when there is immediate danger
* DO name a specific behavior.
** “sawing with staples still in the wood”
* DO voice your concern as a question.
** “I’m concerned about the staples I see in this pine. Did you know that if the saw blade touches metal this will force-stop the table saw?”
* DO name your feelings or concerns.
** “I’m concerned for your safety”
** “I’m worried for the health and longevity of the machine if we keep stressing it like this”
** “I’ve got a project due and I’m under some time pressure. I’m worried the saw might shut down and I won’t meet my deadline.”
* DO name a specific request.
** “Could you stop sawing until we pull out the staples?”
* DO offer to help.
** “Here, I have some pliers. Want to borrow them?”
* DON’T come in hot.
** If you’re not in a calm headspace, step back and wait for another time or ask someone you trust to help you handle the issue.
* DON’T make grand statements.
** “You always” “I never” “...never works”
** This is called “totalizing” — or “generalizing” or “catastrophizing — and it means you haven’t taken the time to think very hard.
* DON’T make accusations. Just ask a question.
** Instead of saying “You stole my drill!” when a tool you were using goes missing, ask, “Have you seen where the drill I was using went?”
* NEVER practice name-calling or aggression.
** “Only an idiot would…” is classic bullying behavior, and says more about you than it does about the other person.
** If you have constructive feedback to give someone about their technique, frame it kindly.
* DON’T create cascading drama.
** Do not make a problem worse by complaining about another member’s behavior to other members. Report problematic behavior as described here and let the process complete.
** Even if another member has misbehaved, gossiping in the space about it is a conduct code violation and may result in disciplinary action against you.

Remember, this person could be facing things you know nothing about.

* They could be experiencing homelessness or not be sure where their next paycheck is coming from. They could have a kid or parent in the ICU. This project could be helping them to recover from PTSD, divorce, job loss, or rape. These are all situations that could have happened to any makerspace member. There is dignity in creating and we all deserve dignity.

If another member approaches you with concerns about safety or respectful treatment of the machines:

* Stop your work and listen. Understand that regardless of demeanor, this person is likely concerned for your safety or the well-being of the machine and the space.
* Talk to a shop area lead, director, board member, or someone who knows the machine extremely well before moving forward.
* If you feel unsafe or that someone is not being kind or excellent, approach a leader or email Asmbly Member Relations at [mailto:people@asmbly.org people@asmbly.org].

== Serious Conflict ==
If you find yourself in conflict with another member that you cannot resolve or have an issue you need help addressing, please email Asmbly Member Relations at [mailto:people@asmbly.org people@asmbly.org]. This could include a request for a member to be moderated on any of our forums due to communication you found to be harassing or offensive in a way that harms the community. In your email, please describe the issue you are experiencing and how you would like assistance.

See our [[Harassment Policy]] for more details.

Please respect the process. We would prefer not to remove members. However, if a user’s communications with any Asmbly leader in this process are not respectful, professional, and in good faith, leaders are empowered to remove that member’s access. The user will not be refunded for any prorated amount s/he may have paid in membership.

== Resource Lines ==

* [http://www.austintexas.gov/department/311 Austin Services & Information]: 311
* Assistance with homelessness: 512-972-HOME
* [https://www.rainn.org/ National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline]: 800-656-HOPE (4673)
* [https://www.safeaustin.org/ Austin Abuse/Exploitation 24-hr SAFEline]: Call 512-267-SAFE (7233) or Text 737-888-7233 or Chat at [https://Safeaustin.org/chat safeaustin.org/chat]
* [https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ Suicide Prevention Lifeline]: 800-273-8255

[[Category:Policies]]

Harassment Policy

2026-01-20T01:09:42Z

Valerie: Added to Policies category

Asmbly is committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive, and safe environment for all — members, volunteers, staff, guests, contractors, visitors, etc. Harassment of any kind undermines our community values and will not be tolerated. This policy outlines expectations for behavior, definitions of harassment, reporting options, response procedures, and consequences for violations.

== Scope ==
This policy applies to all conduct that occurs:

* On Asmbly premises
* During Asmbly-sponsored activities, events, classes, online forums (e.g. Discourse), or communications (email/Slack/social media) involving members or participants
* In interactions between members, volunteers, staff, guests, and affiliated parties related to Asmbly activities

== Policy Statement ==
'''Harassment in any form''' — whether verbal, physical, visual, or digital — based on a protected characteristic or unrelated to protected characteristics but still harmful or unwelcome, '''is prohibited'''. Protected characteristics include, but are not limited to, race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, and other categories recognized under applicable law.

Asmbly values respect for all individuals. All participants are expected to behave in accordance with our [[How to Be Excellent]] guidelines, which emphasize respect, consent, and community care.

== Definitions ==
Harassment: Unwelcome conduct — whether verbal, written, physical, or communicated digitally — that creates an intimidating, hostile, degrading, or offensive environment for another person. Harassment includes but is not limited to:

* Unwanted comments or conduct about a person’s appearance, body, sexual orientation, gender, race, religion, or disability
* Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature
* Bullying, stalking, targeting, or repeated unwanted communication or behavior
* Retaliatory actions against someone who reports harassment or participates in an investigation

Note: Harassment is distinct from good-faith expressions of ideas or feedback offered in a respectful, non-discriminatory way.

=== Prohibited Behavior ===
Examples include, but aren’t limited to:

* Derogatory jokes, slurs, or degrading remarks
* Displaying offensive or sexually explicit images or content in community spaces
* Unwanted touching or physical contact
* Persistent personal communication after a person has asked you to stop
* Intimidation or threats (verbal or written)

== Reporting ==
Anyone who experiences or witnesses harassment is encouraged to report it promptly. Reports may be made to:

* Asmbly Member Relations ([mailto:people@asmbly.org people@asmbly.org])
* A member of Asmbly leadership (staff, volunteer leader, or board member — listed on our [https://asmbly.org/community/leaders-staff/ website])
* Anonymous reporting options may be available through third-party tools

Reports should include as much information as possible: date/time, description of incidents, names of individuals involved, and any witnesses.

== Investigation and Response ==
After receiving a report, Asmbly will take the concern seriously and respond in a manner that is fair, timely, and appropriate to the circumstances.

Reports submitted to [mailto:people@asmbly.org people@asmbly.org] are received and managed by a designated, limited group responsible for handling sensitive concerns. Not all members of leadership will receive or review reports. Investigation structures may vary based on the nature of the concern, the roles of those involved, and the need to avoid conflicts of interest.

The response process may include the following steps, depending on the circumstances:

* '''Acknowledgment:''' Receipt of the report will be acknowledged promptly, unless the report is anonymous and no contact information is available.
* '''Initial Review:''' The designated intake group will review the information provided to assess the nature of the concern, immediate safety considerations, and appropriate next steps. Interim measures may be implemented when necessary to protect involved parties.
* '''Investigation:''' When warranted, Asmbly will convene a small, ad-hoc investigation committee composed of neutral and appropriate individuals who are not directly involved in the matter. The committee may include staff, board members, or other trusted parties, depending on the circumstances. Conflicts of interest will be avoided, and participants will recuse themselves when appropriate. The investigation may include gathering relevant information, interviewing involved parties and witnesses, and reviewing applicable records or communications. Investigations will be conducted impartially and with respect for all individuals involved.
* '''Confidentiality:''' Information will be shared only with those who have a legitimate need to know. Absolute confidentiality cannot be guaranteed, but discretion and privacy will be prioritized to the extent possible.
* '''Determination and Action:''' Based on the findings, Asmbly will determine whether this policy or related community standards were violated and will take appropriate action. Possible outcomes may include education, mediation, warnings, temporary or permanent restrictions on participation, or other corrective actions as appropriate.
* '''Communication:''' Asmbly will communicate the conclusion of the process to the reporting party and the respondent, as appropriate, while respecting privacy, safety, and confidentiality constraints.

== Confidentiality and Non-Retaliation ==
Asmbly is committed to handling harassment concerns with discretion and care. Information related to reports and investigations will be shared only as necessary to address the concern appropriately.

Retaliation against anyone for reporting harassment in good faith or participating in an investigation is strictly prohibited and may result in corrective action.

== Consequences ==
Violations of this policy may result in corrective action, up to and including removal from the Asmbly community. Consequences for violating this policy may include:

* Verbal or written warning
* Required conflict resolution or training
* Suspension of access to Asmbly spaces or activities
* Termination of membership or volunteer standing
* Referral to law enforcement when appropriate

Severity and context of conduct will guide disciplinary decisions. Asmbly reserves discretion in determining appropriate outcomes.

== Policy Review and Training ==
This policy will be reviewed periodically by Asmbly leadership and the board to ensure it remains effective and aligned with legal standards and community needs. Asmbly may provide education and training on harassment prevention and reporting to members, volunteers, and staff.
[[Category:Policies]]

Harassment Policy

2026-01-20T01:09:18Z

Valerie: Initial version

Leadership

2026-01-13T20:32:57Z

Valerie: Ceramics lead change

This page reflects leadership appointments at Asmbly. For details on our organization structure and leadership positions, see [[Organization]].

== 2026 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Nancy Reiter
* At-large - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
* At-large - Austin Kasper
* At-large - Art Zamorano
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot

==== Committees ====
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Director of IT -
* Lead Developer - Robby Nevels
* Systems Lead - Natanael Monroy
* Infrastructure & Security Lead - Jon Eklund

==== Shop Area Leads ====
* Lead Metal Shop Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Lasers Steward - Nick Emerson
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Wood Lathe - JD Murphy
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - John Vaughn
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Stanton Martin
* Lead Textiles Steward - Branislav Curanovic

==== Former Appointments ====
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Juliana Renner Ely (ended in January)

=== Paid Staff ===
* Facilities Manager - Robert Szabo
* Director of Education - Adam Stow
* Facilities Coordinator - Sarah Martin
* Staff Instructor - Jason Sollman
* Lead Kiln Operator -
* Kiln Operator - Perla Darnell
* Backup Kiln Operator - Chase Hunter
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Alex Gao

==== Former Staff ====
* Lead Kiln Operator - Seth White (ended in January)

== 2025 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot

==== Committees ====
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Director of IT -
* Lead Developer - Robby Nevels
* Systems Lead - Natanael Monroy
* Infrastructure & Security Lead - Jon Eklund

==== Shop Area Leads ====
* Lead Metal Shop Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Lasers Steward - Nick Emerson
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Wood Lathe - JD Murphy
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - John Vaughn
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Juliana Renner Ely
* Lead Textiles Steward - Branislav Curanovic

==== Former Appointments ====
* Director of IT - Taylor Gates (ended in September)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - JD Murphy (transitioned in September)
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes (ended in September)
* Interim Lead Textiles Steward - Nick Emerson (ended in July)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stoney Godly (ended in April)
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard (ended in February)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens (ended in February)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal (ended in January)

=== Paid Staff ===
* Facilities Manager - Robert Szabo
* Director of Education - Adam Stow
* Facilities Coordinator - Sarah Martin
* Staff Instructor - Jason Sollman
* Lead Kiln Operator -
* Kiln Operator - Perla Darnell
* Backup Kiln Operator - Chase Hunter
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Alex Gao

==== Former Staff ====
* Facilities Coordinator - Michelle Wilson (ended in June)
* Ceramics Lead - Laurel Dundee (ended in May)
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow (promoted in March)
* Program Manager - Mikey Huff (ended in March)
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller (ended in January)

== 2024 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Metal Shop Machining Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Enoch Riese (ended October)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Charlie Staley (ended in August)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Bill May (ended in July)
* Lead Wood Lathe - David Disko (ended in July)
* Lead Electronics - David Disko (ended in July)

=== Paid Staff ===

* Program Manager - Mikey Huff
* Facilities Coordinator - Robert Szabo
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* General Manager - Shane Nestle (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko (ended in July)

== 2023 ==
=== Board ===
* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat (appointed in June)

=== Paid Staff ===

* General Manager - Shane Nestle (started in December)
* Education Coordinator - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Sid Holderbach (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko

== 2022 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Director of Development - Randall Ward
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley

=== Paid Leaders ===
* Director of Education - David Disko

=== Paid Staff ===

* Membership Coordinator - Lisa Edwards
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee
* Membership Coordinator - Matthew Miller

== 2021 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Eric Peterson
* At-large - Joe Ngo

[[Category:Operations]]

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - Jon Eklund
* Director of Facilities - Eric Peterson
* Director of Education - Scott Wynd
* Director of Communication - Joe Ngo

Leadership

2026-01-06T23:41:44Z

Valerie: Updated with 2026 section and staff change

This page reflects leadership appointments at Asmbly. For details on our organization structure and leadership positions, see [[Organization]].

== 2026 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Nancy Reiter
* At-large - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
* At-large - Austin Kasper
* At-large - Art Zamorano
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot

==== Committees ====
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Director of IT -
* Lead Developer - Robby Nevels
* Systems Lead - Natanael Monroy
* Infrastructure & Security Lead - Jon Eklund

==== Shop Area Leads ====
* Lead Metal Shop Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Lasers Steward - Nick Emerson
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Wood Lathe - JD Murphy
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - John Vaughn
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Juliana Renner Ely
* Lead Textiles Steward - Branislav Curanovic

=== Paid Staff ===
* Facilities Manager - Robert Szabo
* Director of Education - Adam Stow
* Facilities Coordinator - Sarah Martin
* Staff Instructor - Jason Sollman
* Lead Kiln Operator -
* Kiln Operator - Perla Darnell
* Backup Kiln Operator - Chase Hunter
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Alex Gao

==== Former Staff ====
* Lead Kiln Operator - Seth White (ended in January 2026)

== 2025 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot

==== Committees ====
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Director of IT -
* Lead Developer - Robby Nevels
* Systems Lead - Natanael Monroy
* Infrastructure & Security Lead - Jon Eklund

==== Shop Area Leads ====
* Lead Metal Shop Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Lasers Steward - Nick Emerson
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Wood Lathe - JD Murphy
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - John Vaughn
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Juliana Renner Ely
* Lead Textiles Steward - Branislav Curanovic

==== Former Appointments ====
* Director of IT - Taylor Gates (ended in September)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - JD Murphy (transitioned in September)
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes (ended in September)
* Interim Lead Textiles Steward - Nick Emerson (ended in July)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stoney Godly (ended in April)
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard (ended in February)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens (ended in February)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal (ended in January)

=== Paid Staff ===
* Facilities Manager - Robert Szabo
* Director of Education - Adam Stow
* Facilities Coordinator - Sarah Martin
* Staff Instructor - Jason Sollman
* Lead Kiln Operator -
* Kiln Operator - Perla Darnell
* Backup Kiln Operator - Chase Hunter
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Alex Gao

==== Former Staff ====
* Facilities Coordinator - Michelle Wilson (ended in June)
* Ceramics Lead - Laurel Dundee (ended in May)
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow (promoted in March)
* Program Manager - Mikey Huff (ended in March)
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller (ended in January)

== 2024 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Metal Shop Machining Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Enoch Riese (ended October)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Charlie Staley (ended in August)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Bill May (ended in July)
* Lead Wood Lathe - David Disko (ended in July)
* Lead Electronics - David Disko (ended in July)

=== Paid Staff ===

* Program Manager - Mikey Huff
* Facilities Coordinator - Robert Szabo
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* General Manager - Shane Nestle (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko (ended in July)

== 2023 ==
=== Board ===
* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat (appointed in June)

=== Paid Staff ===

* General Manager - Shane Nestle (started in December)
* Education Coordinator - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Sid Holderbach (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko

== 2022 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Director of Development - Randall Ward
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley

=== Paid Leaders ===
* Director of Education - David Disko

=== Paid Staff ===

* Membership Coordinator - Lisa Edwards
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee
* Membership Coordinator - Matthew Miller

== 2021 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Eric Peterson
* At-large - Joe Ngo

[[Category:Operations]]

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - Jon Eklund
* Director of Facilities - Eric Peterson
* Director of Education - Scott Wynd
* Director of Communication - Joe Ngo

Display Policy

2025-10-22T16:24:05Z

Valerie: Protected "Display Policy" ([Edit=Allow only administrators] (indefinite) [Move=Allow only administrators] (indefinite))

Asmbly strives to be a welcoming, inclusive, and creatively inspiring space for everyone.

To uphold that, we avoid using our shared environment to promote partisan political campaigns or display symbols that could compromise members’ sense of safety and belonging.

This policy helps maintain that balance — supporting member creativity and celebrating diverse identities while ensuring organizational neutrality and community respect.<blockquote>Note: This policy applies only to items displayed in shared spaces at Asmbly (e.g., walls, shop areas, hallways, and common areas). '''''It does not restrict what members may create as personal projects.''''' Members are free to use Asmbly’s tools and resources to make items of their choosing, provided those projects comply with general safety and conduct policies.</blockquote>

== ✅ What’s allowed ==

* '''Member-made items created at Asmbly''' or made using tools available at Asmbly.
* Projects that celebrate craft, identity, inclusion, or cultural heritage, when they were made at Asmbly.
* Work primarily intended to showcase craft, skill, or the tools available at Asmbly.

== 🚫 What’s not allowed ==

* Partisan political campaign symbols, slogans, or endorsements, regardless of party or candidate. As a 501c3 nonprofit, Asmbly is required to remain nonpartisan in campaigns.
* Items larger than approximately 2 feet by 3 feet, or any item visible from shared or public areas that could reasonably appear to represent Asmbly’s official stance, unless approved by the Executive Director and Board.
* Symbols historically associated with hate, discrimination, or systemic oppression, including but not limited to the Confederate flag, Nazi symbols, and other widely recognized hate-related imagery or language.
* Any items promoting violence, racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, or other forms of discrimination.

== How decisions are made ==

* Shop area leads, with oversight from the Facilities Manager or Executive Director, may decide what to display in their areas as long as it follows these guidelines.
* Large, prominent, or common-area items (including those larger than approximately 2 feet by 3 feet) that could appear to represent Asmbly’s official stance require review by the Executive Director and may be referred to the Board for approval.
* Any items violating the prohibited symbols policy will be removed promptly.
* The Leadership Team (directors, managers, shop area leads, and the board) hold final authority over decisions about displays in shared spaces. Leadership decisions are made with the intent to maintain consistency, neutrality, and inclusion across the organization.

=== Appeals ===

* If a member disagrees with a display decision, they may submit a written request for review to the [mailto:exec@asmbly.org Executive Director] within 14 days. The Executive Director will review the decision in consultation with the [mailto:fm@asmbly.org Facilities Manager] and, if appropriate, the [mailto:board@asmbly.org Board]. All appeals will receive a written response.

== Our guiding philosophy ==
Asmbly exists to support creative expression, skill-sharing, and community — not to endorse partisan politics or display hateful symbolism.

We welcome creative work and symbols that affirm inclusion and belonging, helping everyone feel safe and respected, while keeping our shared space neutral on political campaigns and free from symbols of hate or oppression.
[[Category:Policies]]

Display Policy

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Valerie: Added policies category

Display Policy

2025-10-22T16:22:58Z

Valerie: Initialized page with leadership approved draft

Special Interest Groups

2025-10-15T16:44:06Z

Valerie: Fixed typo; clarified in opening that SIGs are open to all

Asmbly has several Special Interest Groups (SIG) which meet on a monthly schedule. We schedule each group on different days so that even our most multifaceted makers can attend every meetup group if they so choose. The [https://asmbly.org/events/ events calendar] on our website will always have the most up to date information on any schedule changes or cancellations to these groups. You can subscribe to that calendar by clicking [https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0?cid=Y191cWJoYWJ0YzlicGFwNXFkbnM3OXVscmI3c0Bncm91cC5jYWxlbmRhci5nb29nbGUuY29t here]. These are open events — all are welcome, no membership required.

A special thanks to Travis Good and SDFWA for inspiring Asmbly to host SIG's.

If you're interested in starting a new SIG, learn more on [[How to Start a SIG|this page]].

== Current SIGs ==

=== Oh Sew Social ===

* Organizer: Branislav Curanovic
* Every 4th Wednesday at 7:00pm
* Textiles Shop at Asmbly
* [https://yo.asmbly.org/c/sigs/sew-social/64 Discourse category - /sigs/sew-social]

Bring your own project to work on alongside other members for a few hours of socialization. In the tradition of a quilting bee, textiles work is often more fun when you can chat while you work. If you're stuck, some of the other members might be able to get you back on track.

=== Entrepreneur in a Box ===

* Organizer: Jordan Varat
* Every 3rd Thursday at 7:00pm
* Multipurpose Room (MPR) at Asmbly
* [https://yo.asmbly.org/c/sigs/eiab/63 Discourse category - /sigs/eiab]

Ever dreamed of turning your hobby into a full-fledged business? Well, look no further because the treasure chest has been opened! Introducing Entrepreneur in a Box. It's the group where you can connect with like-minded individuals to discuss all things entrepreneurial within the maker community.

So, what goes on at Entrepreneur in a Box, and why is it in a box? Well, it's an easy-to-open box full of of ideas and inspiration. You wind it up, and pop! Innovation ensues. We discuss everything from marketing your products to managing your finances. As a bonus, we'll be doing it all while surrounded by the creativity and welcoming space of Asmbly.

To be clear, Entrepreneur in a Box is more than just a chance to discuss business strategies; it's an opportunity to connect with other entrepreneurs who have your same passion for designing and innovating. Each meeting is themed and we will be sharing a topic we think entrepreneurs will be interested in. It should be lively and fun. Trust me, there's nothing more hilarious than hearing stories about the early days of being an entrepreneur when everything seemed like a complete disaster.

So, if you're ready to take your maker hobby to the next level then come on down to our meeting on the third Wednesday of every month at 7pm. Together, we'll learn, grow, meet enthusiastic people, and embrace the crazy world of entrepreneurship together. If you have any questions or ideas for this SIG, please feel free to reach out to entrepreneursig@asmbly.org.

=== CNC SIG ===

* Organizer: James Freeman, Joaquim Pacer and Steve Wiesenthal
* Every 1st Sunday at 12:30pm
* Multipurpose Room (MPR) at Asmbly
* [https://yo.asmbly.org/c/sigs/cnc-sig/66 Discourse category - /sigs/cnc-sig]

Are you ready to take your crafting to the next level by having a robot make sure your measurements are exacto-style perfect? Well, look no further than the CNC Special Interest Group (SIG)! This is the place to be for all who want to explore the wild and wonderful world of CNC. I mean, seriously, isn't this what you always wanted to do when you were kid?

Now, I know what you're thinking, "What in the !@#$ is CNC?" Well, I'll be honest with you, it's like magic. You input your design into the computer, and voila! The machine takes care of the rest, carving your creation into reality. It's like sorcery on-demand. Pretty cool.

But let's be real, the CNC SIG is more than just an opportunity to create cool stuff. It's a fun time to bond with fellow makers who share your passion for building awesomeness. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, there's always something new to learn and someone to share a laugh with. And trust me, you'll be laughing a lot because there's nothing more hilarious than seeing what a funky design + rogue CNC can create.

So, if you're ready to join the ranks of the CNC enthusiasts, come on down to our meeting on the first Sunday of every month at 12:30pm. We'll be waiting with open arms + coffee to keep you going.
=== Laser SIG ===

* Organizer: Michael Leonard
* Every 1st Sunday at 11:00am
* Multipurpose Room (MPR) at Asmbly
* [https://yo.asmbly.org/c/sigs/lasers-sig/65 Discourse category - /sigs/lasers-sig]

Get together with other laser enthusiasts for how-to's, demos, Q&As, and project showcases. Show and tell always encouraged!

=== Vanlife SIG ===

* Organizer: Claudia Friess
* Quarterly on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 7:00pm
* Parking Lot at Asmbly
* [https://yo.asmbly.org/c/sigs/vanlife/34 Discourse category - /sigs/vanlife]

Get together with other DIY campervan converters to share stories, ideas, and build intel.

=== Ceramics Club: Play with Clay! ===

* Organizer: Jade Eng
* Every 2nd Sunday of the month at 1:00pm
* Ceramics Studio at Asmbly
* [https://yo.asmbly.org/c/sigs/ceramics-club/67 Discourse category - /sigs/ceramics-club]

This Ceramics Special Interest Group is a social event with the goal of building community within the ceramics studio at Asmbly. Come share your art, ideas, and inspiration! Who can come? Everyone! This is open studio time — anyone can come and play around with some clay!* Please feel free to join if you have never touched clay before, or bring your latest masterpiece to show off. Ceramics membership is NOT required!

''*Note: Non-member pieces will not be fired.''

=== Home Tinkering ===
* Organizer: Jason Cohen
* Every 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm
* Multipurpose Room (MPR) at Asmbly
* [https://yo.asmbly.org/c/sigs/home-tinker/68 Discourse category - /sigs/home-tinker]
Are you interested in home automation or home theater? Want to discuss how to upgrade your space with custom DIY solutions? Join in the MPR to nerd out with fellow home technology enthusiasts!

== SIGs On Hiatus ==
These SIGs are not currently meeting. If you are interested in these and would like to help organize them to bring them back onto the schedule, please email [mailto:membership@asmbly.org membership@asmbly.org].

=== Teaching Teachers ===

* Organizer: <TBD>
*'''On hiatus''' ''(Every 3rd Wednesday at 7pm)''
* Multipurpose Room at Asmbly

Curious about teaching skills-based, hands-on classes? Come to this new monthly meetup group to connect with other teachers and prospective teachers. Each month there will be a short interactive presentation on a relevant topic chock-full of opportunities for discussion. This is also a great opportunity to learn more about teaching classes at Asmbly!

=== Starlight Social ===

* Organizer: <TBD>
*'''On hiatus''' ''(Every Last Friday from 7:30pm to 9pm)''
* Asmbly Makerspace

Women, gender nonconforming, and queer members are invited to join for a late night maker social session. Each month will include a demo project you can make with us, as well as socializing, snacks, and an opportunity for show and tell. Come meet others from your creative community, we look forward to seeing you there!

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Leadership

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Valerie: Added Lead Developer

This page reflects leadership appointments at Asmbly. For details on our organization structure and leadership positions, see [[Organization]].

== 2025 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot

==== Committees ====
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Director of IT -
* Lead Developer - Robby Nevels
* Systems Lead - Natanael Monroy
* Infrastructure & Security Lead - Jon Eklund

==== Shop Area Leads ====
* Lead Metal Shop Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Lasers Steward - Nick Emerson
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Wood Lathe - JD Murphy
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - John Vaughn
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Juliana Renner Ely
* Lead Textiles Steward - Branislav Curanovic

==== Former Appointments ====
* Director of IT - Taylor Gates (ended in September)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - JD Murphy (transitioned in September)
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes (ended in September)
* Interim Lead Textiles Steward - Nick Emerson (ended in July)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stoney Godly (ended in April)
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard (ended in February)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens (ended in February)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal (ended in January)

=== Paid Staff ===
* Facilities Manager - Robert Szabo
* Director of Education - Adam Stow
* Facilities Coordinator - Sarah Martin
* Staff Instructor - Jason Sollman
* Lead Kiln Operator - Seth White
* Kiln Operator - Perla Darnell
* Backup Kiln Operator - Chase Hunter
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Alex Gao

==== Former Staff ====
* Facilities Coordinator - Michelle Wilson (ended in June)
* Ceramics Lead - Laurel Dundee (ended in May)
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow (promoted in March)
* Program Manager - Mikey Huff (ended in March)
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller (ended in January)

== 2024 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Metal Shop Machining Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Enoch Riese (ended October)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Charlie Staley (ended in August)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Bill May (ended in July)
* Lead Wood Lathe - David Disko (ended in July)
* Lead Electronics - David Disko (ended in July)

=== Paid Staff ===

* Program Manager - Mikey Huff
* Facilities Coordinator - Robert Szabo
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* General Manager - Shane Nestle (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko (ended in July)

== 2023 ==
=== Board ===
* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat (appointed in June)

=== Paid Staff ===

* General Manager - Shane Nestle (started in December)
* Education Coordinator - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Sid Holderbach (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko

== 2022 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Director of Development - Randall Ward
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley

=== Paid Leaders ===
* Director of Education - David Disko

=== Paid Staff ===

* Membership Coordinator - Lisa Edwards
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee
* Membership Coordinator - Matthew Miller

== 2021 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Eric Peterson
* At-large - Joe Ngo

[[Category:Operations]]

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - Jon Eklund
* Director of Facilities - Eric Peterson
* Director of Education - Scott Wynd
* Director of Communication - Joe Ngo

Leadership

2025-10-02T20:02:15Z

Valerie: Added Systems Lead

This page reflects leadership appointments at Asmbly. For details on our organization structure and leadership positions, see [[Organization]].

== 2025 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot

==== Committees ====
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Director of IT -
* Lead Developer -
* Systems Lead - Natanael Monroy
* Infrastructure & Security Lead - Jon Eklund

==== Shop Area Leads ====
* Lead Metal Shop Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Lasers Steward - Nick Emerson
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Wood Lathe - JD Murphy
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - John Vaughn
* Lead Ceramics Steward - Juliana Renner Ely
* Lead Textiles Steward - Branislav Curanovic

==== Former Appointments ====
* Director of IT - Taylor Gates (ended in September)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - JD Murphy (transitioned in September)
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes (ended in September)
* Interim Lead Textiles Steward - Nick Emerson (ended in July)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stoney Godly (ended in April)
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard (ended in February)
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens (ended in February)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal (ended in January)

=== Paid Staff ===
* Facilities Manager - Robert Szabo
* Director of Education - Adam Stow
* Facilities Coordinator - Sarah Martin
* Staff Instructor - Jason Sollman
* Lead Kiln Operator - Seth White
* Kiln Operator - Perla Darnell
* Backup Kiln Operator - Chase Hunter
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* Media & Marketing Coordinator - Alex Gao

==== Former Staff ====
* Facilities Coordinator - Michelle Wilson (ended in June)
* Ceramics Lead - Laurel Dundee (ended in May)
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow (promoted in March)
* Program Manager - Mikey Huff (ended in March)
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller (ended in January)

== 2024 ==

=== Board ===
* President - Jon Eklund
* Secretary - Jordan Varat
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Valerie Wilmot
* At-large - James Freeman
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat
* Lead CNC Steward - James Freeman
* Lead Metal Shop Machining Steward - Ethan Moore
* Lead Metal Shop Welding Steward - Savanna Harvey
* Lead Textiles Steward - Stephannie Behrens
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Aneel Nazareth
* Lead Lasers Steward - Michael Leonard
* Lead Wood Lathe - Drew Hynes
* Lead Electronics - John Wickham
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Michael Doto
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Steve Wiesenthal
* Lead 3D Printing Steward - Enoch Riese (ended October)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Charlie Staley (ended in August)
* Lead Woodshop Steward - Bill May (ended in July)
* Lead Wood Lathe - David Disko (ended in July)
* Lead Electronics - David Disko (ended in July)

=== Paid Staff ===

* Program Manager - Mikey Huff
* Facilities Coordinator - Robert Szabo
* Analytics & Automation Developer - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger
* Education Coordinator - Adam Stow
* Membership & Volunteer Coordinator - Sid Holderbach
* General Manager - Shane Nestle (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko (ended in July)

== 2023 ==
=== Board ===
* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley
=== Volunteer Leaders ===
* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley
* Director of Outreach - Jordan Varat (appointed in June)

=== Paid Staff ===

* General Manager - Shane Nestle (started in December)
* Education Coordinator - Matthew Miller
* Education Coordinator - Evan Weinberger (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Sid Holderbach (started in October)
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee (ended in August)
* Lead Instructor - David Disko

== 2022 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Charlie Staley

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - James Freeman
* Director of Facilities - Jon Eklund
* Director of Development - Randall Ward
* Shop Supervisor - Charlie Staley

=== Paid Leaders ===
* Director of Education - David Disko

=== Paid Staff ===

* Membership Coordinator - Lisa Edwards
* Membership Coordinator - Ashley Lee
* Membership Coordinator - Matthew Miller

== 2021 ==

=== Board ===

* President - Valerie Wilmot
* Secretary - Jon Eklund
* Treasurer - Billy Nelson
* At-large - Eric Peterson
* At-large - Joe Ngo

[[Category:Operations]]

=== Volunteer Leaders ===

* Executive Director - Valerie Wilmot
* Director of Operations - Jon Eklund
* Director of Facilities - Eric Peterson
* Director of Education - Scott Wynd
* Director of Communication - Joe Ngo