2020 Massachusetts Manufacturing Awards 43
T
he WorcShop is the largest
industrial makerspace &
business incubator on the
East Coast. The company follows
the three core values of Innovation,
Inspiration, and Empowerment.
WorcShop is committed to
catalyzing the innovation industry
by providing access to the industrial
equipment, space, and education
necessary to develop innovative
products and bring them to market
at a fraction of the normal cost.
Membership provides up to 24/7
access to fully equipped fabrication
shops across all major industries.
This significantly lowers the lead
time and capital expense for both
start-up companies and expanding
enterprises. Customizable
subleasable workspace from 50 sq/ft
to 5000 sq/ft allows new companies
to choose the right fit for them.
All of which makes membership
to the WorcShop a very attractive
alternative to conventional start-up
trajectories.
Unprecedented access to
industrial quality equipment and
facilities allows enthusiasts and
hobbyists an unparalleled ability
to pursue their passions. A vibrant
community has formed around
the WorcShop, is growing rapidly
and forms the nucleus of explosive
economic and innovation growth.
Hosting the nonprofit organization
"MAKE-ing Stairs" will provide adult
vocational, engineering, and art
education. This capability provides
the opportunity to close the current
skill gap through workforce retraining
and offers a path for maintaining
technical proficiency for workers
seeking skilled jobs.
The WorcShop
City/Town: Rochedale
Year Company Founded: 2016
Company Website:
www.theworcshop.com
Nominated by:
Representative David LeBoeuf
M A S S A C H U S E T T S
Manufacturing Awards 20 20
Pictured: Shyla Matthews,
VP Community Development,
MassDevelopment; Representative
David LeBoeuf; Candy; Karyn
Polito, Lieutenant Governor;
Angela Meraki and Randal Meraki
