Kansas City, MO – October 1, 2026 – The 10th Make48 National Competition was one for the books, marking a full decade of high-stakes, 48-hour innovation marathons and countless breakthrough prototypes. Over the past ten years, Make48 has tackled some of society’s most pressing challenges alongside iconic brands like Stanley Black & Decker, Corteva, Harley-Davidson, and Sporting KC – spanning issues from scalable sustainability and food scarcity to interactive games and stadium experiences....

There are educators who follow a curriculum, and then there are educators who fundamentally reshape the way students view what they are capable of achieving. For 31 remarkable years in Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS), Tina Gleason has been that guiding light. As a beloved teacher at Golda Meir School – and a nominee for America’s Favorite Teacher – Tina has spent decades fostering curiosity and hands-on innovation. While August 29th marked her official retirement from MPS, one thing is...

Kansas City, MO – September 24, 2026 – Operation Breakthrough’s Ignition Lab recently served as the ultimate host for the Make48 Season 10 National Championship. Seven powerhouse regional winning teams gathered in Kansas City, bringing their creativity, grind, and team spirit together to tackle a meaningful, real-world challenge in partnership with Veterans Community Project (VCP). The Mission: Empowering Veterans Community Project Founded in Kansas City, the Veterans Community Project is...