Jacob Thomas
Jacob Thomas is a young entrepreneur and 3D printing enthusiast based in Skokie, Illinois, with advanced experience in Fusion 360 and hands-on expertise in designing and producing 3D printed products. He is the founder of Chanukah in 3D, where he has led the design and distribution of over 600 custom 3D printed toys for children facing health challenges. In addition to his technical skills, Jacob demonstrates leadership and creativity through his STEM curriculum development and his balloon entertainment business, Ballooney Kid.
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Experience
Counselor & STEM Leader
Moshava Ba’ir Chicago
Served as camp counselor for 2 summers to approx. 20 children, ranging from 1st-3rd grade Developed STEM curriculum for Summer 2024, teaching children a different STEM lesson each week
Founder
Chanukah in 3D (Chai Lifeline)
Design, print and distribute 3D printed toys to children battling health issues. Featured in this article. Inspired many friends and adults in neighborhood to join with me to expand production to over 600 toys for Chanukah 2024
Founder & President
Ballooney Kid
Created my own balloon twisting business and have operated since COVID In addition to entertaining children at parties, I manage the budget, inventory, client engagement, and sales
Skills
Computer Languages
3D printer programs
3D design software:
Projects
Education
High School
Ida Crown Jewish Academy
Elementary School, 4th-8th
Hillel Torah North Suburban Day School
Elementary School, K-3rd
South Peninsula Hebrew Day School