The network you’re talking about exists! It’s actually this forum and the other various Glowforge communities that you find on Facebook and discord, there are thousands of us.
There was collective action in the early stages of pandemic lockdown to make ear savers for face masks. You’d probably enjoy that thread.
You might wish to remove your email address which might invite unwelcome emails since this is a public forum. Anyone who wishes to contact you can send you a PM through your GF profile.