About Us
Mission
Mack Glass Community is a 501c3 non-profit organization focused on solving the glass recycling problem through practical and economical solutions, public education, and creative, public art projects. As part of our outreach programing, we work with school and non-profit organizations to offer glassblowing workshops for ages 10 and up.
Meet The Team
Jason Mack, Executive Director
Robert Elliott, Board Member, Director of Marketing, Communications and Strategy
Robert Elliott, Board Member, Director of Marketing, Communications and Strategy
Jason has been working with glass since 2001 when he took a glass bead making class with his mom at age 17. In 2007, Jason graduated from Illinois State University with a BS in studio art with a focus in glassblowing. Since then, he has created a style and method of building large, on-site steel and glass sculptures using a mobile glass
Jason has been working with glass since 2001 when he took a glass bead making class with his mom at age 17. In 2007, Jason graduated from Illinois State University with a BS in studio art with a focus in glassblowing. Since then, he has created a style and method of building large, on-site steel and glass sculptures using a mobile glass furnace he designed and built in his garage. Mack Glass Community arose from his passion for teaching and creating a sustainable future. He currently resides in Champaign, IL with his Fiance, Macy, and two kids.
Robert Elliott, Board Member, Director of Marketing, Communications and Strategy
Robert Elliott, Board Member, Director of Marketing, Communications and Strategy
Robert Elliott, Board Member, Director of Marketing, Communications and Strategy
Rob’s high energy and creative approach help create successful events and unique custom projects. As an entrepreneur running multiple businesses, Rob's personality, organizational skills, pragmatic approach and positive energy translate into each of the events he produces. His childlike imagination yet high standards truly stand out whe
Rob’s high energy and creative approach help create successful events and unique custom projects. As an entrepreneur running multiple businesses, Rob's personality, organizational skills, pragmatic approach and positive energy translate into each of the events he produces. His childlike imagination yet high standards truly stand out when working with him. “I love bringing people together and hope to create a spark of inspiration in each guest. He currently resides in Williams Bay, WI with his wife, Sarah, and two kids. ”
Carol Timms, Board President
Robert Elliott, Board Member, Director of Marketing, Communications and Strategy
Rebecca Bedinger, Board Secretary
Carol has worked extensively in both the private/non-profit and governmental sectors. She graduated from Southern Illinois University Carbondale with a degree in political science/education in 1979. She is the President at Educational Dividends. She currently resides in Champaign, IL
Rebecca Bedinger, Board Secretary
Rebecca Bedinger, Board Secretary
Rebecca Bedinger, Board Secretary
Rebecca has owned and operated Ippatsu Salon in Champaign, IL for just over 20 years. She is an active member in the community and contributes her time and money to many great causes. She and her wife, Laura, reside in Champaign, IL.
Lois A Wacholtz, Board Treasurer
Rebecca Bedinger, Board Secretary
Lois A Wacholtz, Board Treasurer
Lois and her husband, Christopher, own and operate Christopher and Co. Handcrafted Personalized Jewelers. Their business has been a staple of downtown Champaign, IL for many decades.