Officers of the Dallas Makerspace are appointed by the Board of Directors, per our Article 3 of our Bylaws.

For more information on how the Dallas Makerspace is organized, please read the Bylaws and RULES.

Current Officers

• President:  James Henningson 
  
• Vice President : (open)
• Secretary: Max Locke 
  
• Treasurer: Jason Harner 
• Logistics / Operations Officer: Julie Harris kia khadem 
• Infrastructure / Technology Officer: Jay Phelps 
• Chief Legal Officer: Kevin Oliver 

General Officer Charter

1. Dallas Makerspace’s Board of Directors appoints the Officers and can remove Officers
   1. Appointment is by a majority vote of all Board members
   2. Removal is by a majority vote of all Board members after considering material facts and circumstances
   3. Officers report to and receive direction from the Board
2. Officers are executives, corporate officers and will be indemnified and defended by Dallas Makerspace (DMS) just as a Board member would be
3. Officer terms begin upon appointment and terminate in accordance with DMS Bylaws
4. Officers shall have specific powers and duties enumerated by the Board of Directors

Note: Disciplinary matters (suspension, trespassing, etc) cannot be delegated away from an executive officer of the corporation.

Why should I volunteer as an officer?

1. DMS relies on members to volunteer and run the organization. This allows all funds to go directly towards our guiding vision - to foster a vibrant Dallas maker community by sharing knowledge, tools, training, and having one of the largest maker spaces in the country. 
2. Help those in need - enable those around you to be their best selves
3. Enhance your resume - demonstrate and develop executive ability and leadership skills