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From Maker to Market

← Back to Center for Innovation

From Maker to Market, FPL's micro-entrepreneurship program, is back to serve the blossoming entrepreneurship community in Northwest Arkansas. Participants will explore topics such as product prototyping, digital fabrication, business development and marketing strategies. Designed to be flexible and meet the needs of a busy schedule, From Maker to Market combines in-person workshops in the library's Center for Innovation and curated online courses through Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Each participant who completes the required 72 hours of training will receive a $500 materials stipend to help give their business the boost that it needs. From Maker to Market is largely supported by the Walton Family Foundation.  

Applications for the Fall 2025 cohort are now closed. 

Program Details 

Skills Training & Product Prototyping

+ Thorough training on the tools in the Fabrication and Robotics Lab.

+ Opportunities for in-depth prototype development

+ Training in the video and photography studios for marketing and promotional purposes

+ Use of the 3D printers, laser cutters, vacuum form mold makers, vinyl printers, heat press and more

Idea, Business & Funding Development

+ Classes and workshops from local experts and business owners

+ Free professional headshots in the Center for Innovation’s Photography Studio 

+ Training in business development topics such as writing a business plan, discovering funding options, navigating trademarks and copyrights, branding and marketing, and more

Application Requirements

Applications will be scored based on a list of criteria so please review the information below to determine if your product is a right fit for the program. Applications for the Fall 2025 cohort are now closed. Check back later for details about Spring 2026!

In order to be considered, you must: 

+ Be available to complete 72 hours of in-person and online content in 12 weeks 

+ Be able to make a working prototype with the equipment and resources available in the Center for Innovation   

+ Have begun developing a business plan or designing your prototype 
 

If you have any questions, please email centerforinnovation@faylib.org. We look forward to seeing your ideas! 

From Maker to Market Events

Mon, Sep 08, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Fayetteville Public Library - CFI: Koenig Family Fabrication & Robotics Lab
This event is full

Tue, Sep 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Fayetteville Public Library - CFI: Koenig Family Fabrication & Robotics Lab

Wed, Sep 10, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Fayetteville Public Library - CFI: Audio Production Studio
This event is full

Wed, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Fayetteville Public Library - CFI: J.B. & Johnelle Hunt Center for Innovation
This event is full

Sat, Sep 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Fayetteville Public Library - CFI: Koenig Family Fabrication & Robotics Lab

Mon, Sep 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Fayetteville Public Library - CFI: Video Production Studio
This event is full

Tue, Sep 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Fayetteville Public Library - CFI: Koenig Family Fabrication & Robotics Lab
This event is full

Thu, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Fayetteville Public Library - Computer Training Lab

Sat, Sep 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Fayetteville Public Library - CFI: Koenig Family Fabrication & Robotics Lab

Mon, Sep 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Fayetteville Public Library - Computer Training Lab
Registration opens Monday, September 8 2025 at 7:00am

Mon, Sep 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Fayetteville Public Library - Computer Training Lab
Registration opens Monday, September 8 2025 at 7:00am

Tue, Sep 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Fayetteville Public Library - CFI: Video Production Studio

Wed, Sep 24, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Fayetteville Public Library - Computer Training Lab
Registration opens Monday, September 8 2025 at 7:00am

Thu, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Fayetteville Public Library - Ziegler Reception Room
Registration opens Monday, September 8 2025 at 7:00am

Fri, Sep 26, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Fayetteville Public Library - CFI: Audio Production Studio

Fri, Sep 26, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Fayetteville Public Library - Art & Movement Room

Sat, Sep 27, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Fayetteville Public Library - Computer Training Lab
Registration opens Monday, September 8 2025 at 7:00am

Sat, Sep 27, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Fayetteville Public Library - Art & Movement Room
Registration opens Saturday, September 6 2025 at 7:00am

Mon, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fayetteville Public Library - Computer Training Lab
Registration opens Monday, September 8 2025 at 7:00am

Wed, Oct 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Fayetteville Public Library - Computer Training Lab
Registration opens Wednesday, September 10 2025 at 7:00am

Wed, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Fayetteville Public Library - Computer Training Lab
Registration opens Wednesday, September 10 2025 at 7:00am

Thu, Oct 02, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Fayetteville Public Library - CFI: Video Production Studio
Registration opens Thursday, September 11 2025 at 7:00am

Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Fayetteville Public Library - Ziegler Reception Room
Registration opens Thursday, September 11 2025 at 7:00am

Sat, Oct 04, 10:00am - 11:30am
Fayetteville Public Library - Computer Training Lab
Registration opens Saturday, September 13 2025 at 7:00am