was an AWESOME post Ben! Your thoughts on raising money are very enlightening. Also, I love the fact that you are beginning to start the process of doing more inventions and letting communities get involved more effectively. I have had the problem where my inventions were falling on deaf ears (like on my facebook page). I also love the possibility (If I understood correctly) of having more control of what products are at my local stores so they have fresh products. I would drop everything in my life right now to work with you guys because I love your company. Can't wait to do my little part from up here in Binghamton! Our Ben, is wise way beyond his years, I love the bit about his mum asking for 90% equity .The Universe has Ben's number.. he is blessed.. he has amazing parents. And his dog on instagram is gold, yes gold. And has an adorable little black nose.. Is this how I assess companies well yes. but not quite... The future is Quirky and micro manufacturing and localised production. Not 3D printing but small scale fast production units. Retail buyers are behind the times. They are mesmerised by the China price. Times are a changing. An article in the Economist about 3D printers led me to Quirky.com. I joined Quirky in August 2012. I watched the "Eval" live (midnight UK time). Nikki Kaufman was the chair. The word awesome was used liberally, the team on the panel were alive