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Sep 30, 2025
3DE Club Workshop: Parks & Rec.
Toy Design with 3D Printing Workshop at the London Nelson Community Center
Santa Cruz, CA – Sep 30, 2025: 3D Entrepreneurs (3DE) Club hosted an exciting “Toy Design with 3D Printing” workshop at the London Nelson Community Center in Santa Cruz, bringing creativity, technology, and entrepreneurship together for local youth.
Over the course of the program, students learned how to design and prototype their own toys and products using 3D modeling tools. Guided by 3DE Club mentors, participants explored the entire creative process — from brainstorming ideas and designing in 3D software, to preparing files for printing and developing short business pitches for their creations.
The workshop culminated in a Final Pitch Day, where students proudly presented their 3D-printed toys and product ideas to family and friends. The energy in the room was electric as kids shared not just what they made, but the stories behind their designs — combining imagination with practical problem-solving skills.
Sep 7, 2025
3DE Podcast: Sol Lipman
3DE Club plans to launch at Innovation Hub at the Museum of Art and History on Jan 25th, 2026.
Santa Cruz, CA – Sep 7, 2025: Sol Lipman, a successful tech entrepreneur known for ventures like 12seconds.tv and DRIVR, made an unexpected pivot from Silicon Valley to Santa Cruz’s downtown pizza scene.
In this episode, 3DE Club members Fiona, Milo, Hunter, Zoe, and Giselle interview Sol Lipman, tech entrepreneur and owner of Pleasure Pizza in downtown Santa Cruz.
Sol answers their questions, takes them behind the scenes into the kitchen to show how pizzas are made, and even gives them the chance to make their own pizzas!
Aug 28, 2025
3DE Podcast: Ed Colligan
3DE Club Kids Fiona and Milo Interview Tech Titan Ed Colligan, the former CEO of Palm, Inc.
Santa Cruz, CA – Aug 28, 2025: Ed Colligan, hailed as an industry legend and 2024 Titans Award honoree, has shaped Silicon Valley through a career spanning groundbreaking tech ventures and renewable energy leadership.
In this inspiring episode of the 3DE Club Podcast, members Fiona and Milo interview Ed Colligan, former CEO of Palm, Inc. and current board member of several companies.
Ed answers the kids’ questions, shares valuable insights and advice, and gives them a hands-on look at Palm and Handspring—the pioneering devices that laid the groundwork for today’s smartphones.
Jul 29, 2025
3DE Club Innovation Hub At MAH
3DE Club plans to launch at Innovation Hub at the Museum of Art and History on Jan 25th, 2026.
Santa Cruz, CA – July 28, 2025: The Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History (MAH), in partnership with the 3D Entrepreneurs Club (3DE Club), is proud to announce plans for Monterey Bay’s first 3D Innovation & Entrepreneurship Hub for Students—a transformative initiative designed to empower young minds with the skills to become future leaders, innovators, and changemakers.
Launching January 2026 at MAH’s dynamic downtown Santa Cruz location, the Hub will become a premier destination for youth of all backgrounds to spark creativity and develop entrepreneurial mindsets through immersive experiences with innovative 3D printing and emerging technologies.
Jul 20, 2025
3DE Club Workshop at MAH
3DE Entrepreneurs Club (3DE Club) and the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History (MAH) Event Hosts a Successful 3D Toy Design Workshop.
Santa Cruz, CA – Jul 20, 2025: 3DE Entrepreneurs Club (3DE Club) and the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History (MAH) Event Hosts a Successful 3D Toy Design Workshop.
The Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History came alive with creativity and collaboration as over 60 enthusiastic parents and children gathered for the 3D Toy Design Workshop, hosted by the 3D Entrepreneurs Club (3DE Club). This hands-on session blended innovation, imagination, and entrepreneurship, offering kids ages 8–12 an inspiring glimpse into the world of 3D design and product creation.
The purpose of the event was to introduce families to the 3DE Club’s online after-school program, designed to build real-world skills in creativity, communication, critical thinking, and confidence—essential tools for the next generation of changemakers.
Jun 9, 2025
Imagination Lab School - Sales Fair
Young 3DE Innovators Pitch their Creations at the School Fair
Palo Alto, CA – Jun 9, 2025: At Imagination Lab School (Palo Alto), 14 students embarked on a dynamic exploration of creativity and entrepreneurship through the 3DE Club’s immersive pilot program. Across five intensive 2-hour sessions, these young visionaries transformed their ideas into tangible prototypes, mastering 3D modeling and printing tools to bring their concepts to life.
The program reached its pinnacle at a lively pitch and showcase event, where students not only delivered confident presentations on stage but also hosted interactive booths. Engaging parents, peers, and visitors, they showcased their prototypes through real-world-style product demos and displays, radiating entrepreneurial spirit.
The passion, confidence, and ingenuity on display underscored a powerful truth: with the right platform and guidance, young creators can rise to any challenge, paving the way for a future of bold innovation.
May 29, 2025
Pacific Elementary School Pitch Day
From Idea to Impact: 3DE Club Pilot at PES School, Davenport
Santa Cruz, CA – May 29, 2025: Over six engaging one-hour sessions, twelve fifth- and sixth-grade students at Pacific Elementary School (PES) in Davenport dove into the exciting world of entrepreneurship and 3D design through the 3DE Club pilot program.
From brainstorming creative concepts to mastering 3D modeling and crafting physical prototypes, these young innovators brought their ideas to life with enthusiasm and skill.
The program culminated in a vibrant pitch event, where students confidently showcased their creations to an audience of proud parents and community members—many presenting publicly for the first time.
This transformative pilot demonstrated that with the right tools and mentorship, young minds can dream big, innovate boldly, and build the confidence to shape the future today.
Mar 19, 2025
Pie-Fi Pitch Night at Pleasure Pizza
Young Innovators Shine at Pleasure Pizza’s Pie-Fi Pitch Event
Santa Cruz, CA – Mar 19, 2025: At the buzzing Pie-Fi Pitch Event hosted by Pleasure Pizza, 3DE Club students Fiona and Hunter stepped up to pitch their creative product ideas to a real-world audience of local families, entrepreneurs, and community leaders.
In a lively, supportive environment filled with pizza and inspiration, these young innovators confidently presented their 3D-printed product prototypes—demonstrating not only creativity and courage, but also the entrepreneurial mindset we aim to foster through the 3DE Club.
Events like this bring learning to life, showing kids that their ideas matter now, not someday.
Mar 5, 2025
Fiona at SC Works New Tech Event
Fiona's Presents her 3D Printed Creations to the Attendees
Santa Cruz, CA – Mar 5, 2025: 3DE Club member — Fiona — was invited to showcase her 3D‑printed creation at a real event space, complete with table display and direct access to the local tech and innovation community.
Santa Cruz Works generously provided a dedicated table space, where Fiona shared her coral-themed pencil organizer with professionals, entrepreneurs, and tech enthusiasts in attendance.
The hands-on exposure not only spotlighted her product, but also placed young entrepreneurship firmly on the stage alongside adult innovators.
Feb 28, 2025
3DE Club Member Pitches at NextSpace
Fiona's Triumph: How the 3DE Club Sparks Young Entrepreneurship
Santa Cruz, CA – Feb 28, 2025: Ten-year-old Fiona, a founding member of the 3D Entrepreneurs Club (3DE Club), wowed the audience at the NextSpace conference by pitching her innovative coral-themed pencil holder. In a single live presentation, she sold over 14 units, generating nearly $300 in sales!
Fiona's success embodies the mission of the 3DE Club, a dynamic program designed for kids ages 8–12. Through hands-on activities, the club empowers young entrepreneurs to design, prototype, and market real products while developing essential skills in leadership, financial literacy, and public speaking.
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