My name is Julie Harris, Julie-Harris on Talk, and this is formal notice of my intent to run for re-election to the Dallas Makerspace Board of Directors. I have been a member of Dallas Makerspace since 2016 and I have served on the board since 2019. Other positions held at Dallas Makerspace include President, Secretary, PR Coordinator, Education Coordinator and Digital Media chair.
While I haven't been physically present at Dallas Makerspace as much as I would have liked in 2023, I continued to work for Dallas Makerspace remotely by approving classes and events, supporting volunteers and assisting with administrative tasks such as insurance renewals. I also assisted with Laser office hours and Fusion training when needed. I would be honored to be able to continue to have the opportunity to serve as board member of Dallas Makerspace for another term. If I am elected, I will continue to work to set a positive tone and to support education and collaboration at Dallas Makerspace.
Director & Officer accomplishments include:
Lease renewal with TI allowance - negotiated to add Automotive to the renewal
Effectively responded to challenges presented by COVID-19
Established a management structure to separate the board from day to day operations and increase accountability
Recovered from negative cash flow and improved cash management
Increased professionalism and efficiency of board meetings
Goals for the next term:
Assist with administrative work - for example insurance renewals and documentation
Provide historical knowledge
Support efforts to create online content for both PR and education
Continue work to keep DMS a positive, fun place for people to learn and make
