We are:
4 Staff
9 Board Members
750+ Members
2,000+ Activity Participants
Staff
J.R. Logan
Executive Director
Responsible for overall leadership, finance and technology.
Kate Cebik
Operations Manager
Oversees day-to-day operations and volunteer management.
Lior Trestman
Shop Manager
Manages the workshops and ensures tool maintenance.
Ashley Zdeb
Education Manager
Leads educational programs and organizes workshops.
Board
Jamie Lynn Slenker
President (Class of 2018)
Jamie is an Associate Professor of Art & Design at the University of New Haven, where she formerly chaired the department. She champions design as a tool for social change, emphasizing experiential learning, collaboration, and environmental conservancy.
Malik Okoro
Treasurer (Class of 2021)
Malik is passionate about biopharma, entrepreneurship, and community building. He brings a deep commitment to creating sustainable solutions that intersect across various industries.
Shaunda Holloway
(Class of 2020)
Shaunda is an accomplished artist and writer from New Haven, CT, known for her vibrant exhibitions and insightful literary work.
Tim Cowan
(Class of 2023)
Tim is a Litigation Associate specializing in complex civil litigation. Beyond his legal work, he teaches stained glass at MakeHaven and volunteers with Habitat for Humanity.
Terence Dew
(Class of 2024)
Terence is a Senior Software Engineer at Yale, passionate about harnessing a maker's creativity to drive change. He founded STEAM Academy, a guerrilla makerspace in Jamaica, NY, to inspire innovation.