Meet our Magnificent Makers
Little Inventors wants children to open their eyes to the world of invention and creativity. But beyond the invention drawings, there is a unique opportunity for children and makers, designers and artists to come together and collaborate to bring children’s imagination to life.
By taking children’s ideas seriously and presenting them in a professional manner through collaboration with skilled makers, we will help showcase children’s original ideas, perspectives and voices.
We also want to challenge the skills and experience of adult makers, and encourage them to push beyond their own limits by engaging with the highly imaginative and unhindered minds of young children.
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At HTI Cybernetics, we provide tooling and automation systems that integrate people and robotics. Our team is incredibly qualified and use innovative technologies to develop custom manufacturing solutions. With over 40 years of experience, there is no limit to what we can do, and we look forward to making the vision of a Little Inventor into a reality!
Andrew is a US Army Veteran and former Bomb Technician who transitioned into technology and design. As the founder of Tinker Labs, he focuses on STEAM education, sustainability, and community innovation. With experience in everything from EOD operations to software engineering, Andrew brings a unique perspective to making and problem-solving.
Currently pursuing a BA in Product Design at College for Creative Studies in Detroit. Andrew is passionate about empowering communities through hands-on learning experiences that blend methodical craftsmanship with creative innovation.
We are more than an architectural practice – we’re a team of teams with diverse and extensive expertise. We lead projects in our unique integrated way, delivering exceptional value and a positive impact for our clients and communities.
Founded in Newcastle upon Tyne in 1953, we now have teams collaborating across the UK and internationally, with a shared commitment to our ethos of Everything architecture.
Leading the design team is Creative Design Directing Manager Steve Elliott. Steve has been a “maker” since he was little and likes being able to use his imagination each day at PTI and describes himself as having a “DIY Mindset” especially when something does not exist! The design team brings years of education and experience to the product design board and are excited to help bring Little Inventors’ visions to life!
Founder of SK Robotics at 15, I design and build electrical robots, winning the Network Rail Innovation Award and runner-up Intermediate Engineer of the Year 2023. I’ve built a combustion engine and remote-control car, showcasing hands-on technical skill. My YouTube channel, SK Robotics @ suleymaancreates, documents inventions using Arduino, 3D printing, and more. A Young Engineers Club member and MAKE UK judge, I pitched a vision to teach engineering to disadvantaged kids at 11. I’ve flown a self-built RC plane and shadowed Professor Winfield at Bristol Robotics Lab. Outside engineering, I enjoy football, boxing coaching, and family time.
I'm currently a product design student at CCS. I love every bit of the design process from ideating the concepts, modeling, prototyping and presenting and final result. I love seeing my ideas come to life and growing as a designer.
I’m currently studying Product and Transportation Design, where I get to explore how to create new and exciting ideas—and turn them into real things people can use. I’ve always been a curious person with a big interest in both art and technology. I’m originally from Mexico, and I’m passionate about designing creative solutions that make everyday life better.
One of my main goals is to design products that benefit the environment—like sustainable products and innovations that use biomaterials to reduce waste and support a healthier planet.
Ellie works with all kinds of materials from wood to clay. She often uses waste materials, such as plastic washed up on the beach or recycled glass bottles. She likes to get her hands dirty and try out all kinds of making techniques to help her come up with her designs.
Professional 3D product designer at Solid ideas. Andy created multiple CAD prototypes of our most ingenious inventions!
Hi, I’m Craig and I run a design and engineering consultancy. My background is in mechanical design and development engineering and I have worked on products ranging from race cars to large diesel engines to health and safety equipment. I’ve always loved getting involved in STEM support with schools and this looks like a great initiative where I could share my design and engineering skill to help bring some amazing inventions to life.
