Make48

This unique series provides an inside look at the steps and strategies involved in developing a product, from concept to completion. Teams develop an idea, make a prototype, then pitch their ideas to a panel of industry judges -- all in 48 hours. Mentors offer advice to the teams on product design and development as they work on their inventions. In the end, three products are chosen to be developed for the marketplace.

Schedule

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    Make48

    Saturday
    Apr 20

    30 Minutes

    The three products are presented to a consumer focus group; marketing and packaging strategies are created.
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    Make48

    Friday
    Apr 26

    30 Minutes

    A recap of the journey to the marketplace.
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    Make48

    Saturday
    Apr 27

    30 Minutes

    A recap of the journey to the marketplace.
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    Make48

    Friday
    May 3

    30 Minutes

    This unique series provides an inside look at the steps and strategies involved in developing a product, from concept to completion. Teams develop an idea, make a prototype, then pitch their ideas to a panel of industry judges -- all in 48 hours. Mentors offer advice to the teams on product design and development as they work on their inventions. In the end, three products are chosen to be developed for the marketplace.
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    Make48

    Meet the Teams & Techs! Get the Challenge. Start the Clock!

    Saturday
    May 4

    30 Minutes

    Meeting the teams and learning their back stories; the teams learn the challenge and its rules, and they get started.

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