Empowering Educators. Integrating Innovation.
Expert instructional design and technical consulting to build the next generation of maker spaces.
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MATRIX AND FORGE
Matrix & Forge Consulting specializes in bringing emerging technologies to the modern classroom. We empower educational institutions through expert instructional design, tailored maker space development, and strategic tech integration. From digital fabrication to artificial intelligence, we partner with schools to transform complex tools into engaging, hands-on learning experiences that prepare students for the future.
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■ Instructional Design
Transforming complex technical concepts into accessible, project-based learning experiences. We specialize in developing custom curriculum for maker spaces and innovation labs, bridging the gap between cutting-edge engineering tools and practical, everyday student success.
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■ Company training
Empowering your team with hands-on technical confidence. We design engaging, high-impact training sessions that move far beyond standard faculty compliance modules, equipping educators and staff with the practical skills needed to master digital fabrication, maker space hardware, and advanced classroom technologies.
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■ Ai Consulting
Demystifying artificial intelligence for the modern classroom. We provide strategic guidance to help schools and organizations seamlessly adopt generative AI tools, ensuring they are deployed safely, ethically, and effectively to enhance student engagement and streamline institutional workflows.
about us
■ OUR STORY
Our Blueprint: Precision and Passion.
Our name and logo are not arbitrary symbols; they are the blueprint for our entire approach.
The Matrix: Represents the data-driven systems, patterns, and complexity inherent in your business. We don't just see data noise; we see structured potential, symbolized by the hexagonal grid and the pixelated data elements. We help you find the signals within the noise.
The Forge: Is where insight is transformed into practical application. The anvil and the eternal flame are our tools. We take strategic insights and, with precision and deliberate action, shape them into tangible, enduring solutions. We are hands-on builders, not just theorists.
This duality—advanced systems intelligence and practical implementation—is at the core of our consulting philosophy. We decode, and we forge.
Professional Expertise & Innovation
Digital Fabrication: 3D printing and slicing (Bambu Lab, OrcaSlicer), CAD modeling (Onshape, Tinkercad), and advanced laser engraving and vector design (Trotec, Creality, Adobe Illustrator).
Generative AI & Tech Integration: Designing specialized instructional modules for non-technical learners, such as generative audio engineering courses, and integrating AI tools into modern workflows.
Program Development: Formulating strategic product and merchandising proposals for educational programs, utilizing lab equipment to generate booster funding through student-designed physical products.
Gregory Selmi Lead Consultant and Owner, Matrix & Forge Consulting
Gregory Selmi is an educational technology expert, instructional designer, and the Lead Consultant and Owner of Matrix & Forge Consulting. With a strong foundation in AP Computer Science, history, and maker education, Gregory specializes in designing innovative curriculum and seamlessly integrating emerging technologies into hands-on learning environments.
Educational Leadership
Beyond technical curriculum design, Gregory has a proven track record of student mentorship and program leadership. He has successfully advised championship-winning high school esports programs and coached students to success on AP Computer Science practice exams. His consulting work through Matrix & Forge focuses on empowering institutions and educators to confidently leverage modern technological tools to drive student engagement and improve educational outcomes.
Education & Credentials
Gregory completed his Instructional Design coursework through UC San Diego Extended Studies. His masters and Bachelors are From LMU in Los Angeles. He is a 2006 graduate of Loyola High School.
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Let’s Build the Future of Learning Together.
Have a vision for your innovation lab? Need expert guidance on staff training or instructional design? Schedule a consultation to explore how Matrix & Forge can bring your ideas to life.