Idea Foundry

Idea Foundry is a Columbus, Ohio-based makerspace and accelerator that supports entrepreneurs by transforming innovative ideas into viable businesses, facilitating growth, and building economic ecosystems. It operates a 65,000 square foot facility providing workspace, resources, and programs, often with a social impact focus, for makers and startups across technology, manufacturing, and social impact sectors. Key personnel include founder Alex Bandar, who also serves as Chief Mischief Maker, COO Casey McCarty, and Shop/Production Manager Matt Hatcher. The organization launched the region's first accelerator program and celebrated 15 years as a makerspace in 2017, having opened its current facility in June 2014. Founded in 2002 by Alex Bandar. The firm focuses on entrepreneurs, makers, and startups in technology, manufacturing, and social impact sectors.