3D ENTREPRENEURS CLUB
Fostering the Next Generation of Changemakers in the AI Era
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INVITATION FROM OUR FOUNDER
Bobby Roy, conducting a workshop at MAH in Santa Cruz, California
Director of 3DTraining.com | Work-Simulation Platform
Founder of the 3DMirage Production Company
Organized Pi Day contest at SF Exploratorium
Connect with Bobby on: LinkedIn
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“Reinventing Education in the AI Era"
Bobby Roy, founder of the 3D Entrepreneurs Club (3DE Club) and a parent of a teenager, shares the growing concern of parents everywhere: our current education system is falling short in preparing students for a future expected to be dominated by AI and humanoid robots.
We believe it's imperative for young people to cultivate a resilient entrepreneurial mindset from an early age—equipping them to not only adapt but lead in a world where traditional jobs may vanish, yet boundless opportunities for innovation and entrepreneurship will arise.
3DE Club plans to launch 3D Innovation & Entrepreneurship Hubs in schools, youth centers, and children’s museums nationwide, providing every child—irrespective of their background—with the tools and mindset they need to not just survive, but thrive in the world they will inherit.
We invite forward-thinking foundations, corporations, and philanthropists to join a critical movement to empower the next generation of changemakers—young leaders who will drive innovation and economic prosperity in communities across the U.S. and beyond.
OUR MISSION
3DE Club is a non-profit with the mission to prepare our youth to thrive in the AI era by developing critical Education 4.0 skills such as problem solving, collaboration, and adaptability.
Our deeper purpose is to empower youth with a resilient entrepreneurial mindset and inspire them to harness the power of technology to create a positive impact in our world.
OUR APPROACH
3D Entrepreneurs Club partners with foundations, corporations, and government agencies to launch 3D Innovation hubs in schools, youth centers, and museums across the United States.
The innovation hubs are a fun and interactive online after-school environment, where school students' team up with friends to launch micro-businesses using innovative technologies like 3D printing, AR/VR, and AI.
3DE Club is a modern, digital twist on the classic lemonade stand—teaching kid's real-life skills such as leadership, communication, and financial literacy from an early age.
IMPORTANCE OF EARLY ENTREPRENEURIAL SKILLS
Why early entrepreneurship skills matters: A message from our Youth Ambassador
WATCH FIONA PITCHING HER CORAL-THEMED PENCIL HOLDER
Youth Innovation in Action | Fiona’s Big Pitch at Pie-Fi Night – Mar 19, 2025
3DE CLUB
TEAM
Our team and advisors include mission-driven professionals, united by a shared passion - preparing Gen Alpha kids to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Layla Franks
Interim Area Director
ED, Soc. of Fetal Urol.
UME Admin, Dominican
Board, Pacific Collegiate*
Katie Renati
Marketing Director
Principal, KLR International
VP, Biz Development, Flex*
VP, Palo Alto Design Group*
Sara Wainer
Program Manager
Mgr., Specialized Bicycle*
Admin, Carnegie Mellon*
Bachelor's Non-profit Mgt.*
Founder
Jules Coleman
Advisory Board
CLO, Constructor*
Sr. Vice Provost, NYU*
Philosophy Prof. Yale*
Founder
Doug Erickson
Advisory Board
Exec. Director, SC Works
Co-Founder, CruzHacks
Sr. Director, Cisco*
Former Positions *
Monterey Bay’s First 3D Innovation & Entrepreneurship Hub for Kids Coming Soon to MAH in Partnership with 3DE Club
Santa Cruz, CA – July 30, 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.
Introductory 3D Entrepreneurs Club workshop held on July 20, 2025
"Partnering with the 3DE Club aligns with our mission to offer ambitious, innovative programming that meets community needs," said Ginger Shulick Porcella, MAH Executive Director. "Through such programs, we aim to spark creative thinking, foster critical discourse, and provide a safe space for youth to express themselves, equipping them to become empathetic, innovative adults."
“This initiative offers an opportunity to leave a lasting legacy—by empowering young people to become builders, creators, and entrepreneurs who drive inclusive economic prosperity in our community,” said Doug Erickson, Executive Director of Santa Cruz Works.
UPCOMING 3DE CLUB PARTNERSHIPS
With Schools & Youth Centers in California
Pacific Elementary School
PUBLIC SCHOOL
Davenport, CA
YOUTH CENTER
Santa Cruz, CA
Imagination Lab School
PRIVATE SCHOOL
Palo Alto, CA
To see the latest news and pilot programs, click here
3DE CLUB REVIEW
"The 3DE Club offers students a unique hands-on experience in entrepreneurship.
Unlike most programs that rely on basic curricula or simplified simulations, 3DE actually guides students in creating, marketing, and selling real products.
It’s a powerful way to turn learning into real-world action".
- Thomas Arnett
The Clayton Christensen Institute is a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank dedicated to improving the world through disruptive innovation.
ADDITIONAL REVIEWS
"We definitely need more entrepreneurs with the core skills outlined by 3DE" - Ed Colligan, Former CEO, Palm Inc.
"The project has the potential to prepare kids for an emergent future that is categorically different from what their parents and teachers know" - Eric Gross, Superintendent, Pacific Elementary School
"This is such a promising and exciting program for youth" - Bob Langseth, Former Executive Director, Boys & Girls Club
"Kids need this kind of problem-solving curriculum to succeed in tomorrow's world" - Arne Lang-Ree, Founder & CDO, Spanner Design
"Our kids won't stand a chance in the new AI era without kind of training/education offered here" - Andrew Brownstone, Principal, BioSphere Consulting
"It will help lower income families change their lives" - Al Morgan, Former Program Manager., Hewlett Packard
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Provide Free Memberships for Low-Income Families
OUR UPCOMING MILESTONE
We are currently raising $900,000 in sponsorships funds to provide free annual memberships for 1,000 students from low-income families across the Monterey Bay region.
Sponsorships start at $900 per student, covering one full year of 3DE Club membership—including access to the Innovation Hub, online training, and weekly guided sessions.
Major sponsors contributing $90,000 or more will receive naming rights and prominent recognition at this first-of-its-kind Innovation & Entrepreneurship Hub in Monterey Bay.
Smaller donations between $25 and $750—one-time or recurring (monthly, quarterly, or annually)—are also welcome and deeply appreciated.
TAX BENEFITS
All donations are tax-deductible and processed through our 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor, Social Good Fund. Select contributions may also be coordinated in partnership with the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History (MAH).
FOR MORE INFORMATION - please contact us at [email protected] or call 415-967-2736
REVIEWS
JEFF SMITH
Awaiting Review
HOLLY HENDERSON
Awaiting Review
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