# From Idea to Reality: The Michigan Maker Summit 2026

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Podcast: [The Riley Black Project](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-riley-black-project-2137923)
Published: 2026-02-17T12:00:00+00:00
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Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal sit down with Blake from Great Lakes Laser Supply to talk about the Michigan Maker Summit—how it started, why smaller meetups matter, and what really happens when makers get in the same room without the pressure of massive expos. What began as an idea on a 17-hour drive home from Next Level turned into a full-blown summit planned in just three weeks—and it worked. This conversation digs into the power of community,...

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