NOMCON 2019

This interactive session will aim to create a dialogue between mayors from across the country and Maker community leaders with the goal of identifying ways that local government and policy can help advance the efforts of the Maker community across education, community-based problem solving, entrepreneurship and innovation.


Facilitated by Stephanie Santoso, Director of Maker Initiatives, Citizen Schools and Chair, Nation of Makers Board of Directors


Participating Mayors:


Mayor Andy Berke, City of Chattanooga, TN

Mayor Jake Day, City of Salisbury, MD

Mayor Marita Garrett, City of Wilkinsburg, PA

Mayor Jerry Merrill, City of Rexburg, ID

Mayor Madeline Rogero, City of Knoxville, TN