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andcards: Steps Towards a More Member-Centric Coworking Space
As part of the discussion Coworking To Rebuild This City – helping people create value in and for our communities, andcards explained how technology can assist with this growth. Atop of that, Ross Khanas, Co-Founder & CTO of andcards, explains how technology is able to assist any coworking space in upscaling. Create a more accessible space The choice of technology depends on the audience you are looking to impact. To make your coworking space more accessible for prospective coworkers, a good
The Instant Group: How to Scale Your Coworking Space
Abigail Groves, Director, Operator and Landlord Solutions at The Instant Group spoke at the London Coworking Assembly Breakfast – How to scale your London coworking space. Scaling your coworking space is an important part of running a successful space. But, knowing how to do this isn’t an easy task. Though, putting the right amount of time and consideration into your space can ensure a space that is easily scalable. The Instant Group covers many different areas, such as data and insight consul
TownSq Islington: What are they up to?
We spoke to Anna Chuicharoen, Community Manager at TownSq Islington, to see what is on at the place where magic happens. To TownSq and herself, community is an important part of what they do. The way in which they approach the idea of community is impactful for local people, especially, because they have access to support and resources on their doorstep, their self-development, says Anna. Anna has lived in Islington for over 20 years and has witnessed the startup scene flourishing, but always
Syncaroo: A Solution to all Space Bookings
Many coworking spaces make use of more than one coworking space booking platform to ensure that they cover all bases when it comes to their coworkers booking spaces. But, and it happens often, it can quickly become confusing and time-consuming to keep track of which spaces and desks are available and which are booked, by who and through which app. It becomes even more difficult to keep track of these booked spaces when you have more than one location. For some, this means manually updating th
The Future of Work and The Value of Close Proximity
Neil Usher is the chief workplace and change strategist for GoSpace, who has also received an award in workplace design in property. Having gained experience internationally, Neil has led complex transformational programmes and organisational change programmes in various industry sectors in over thirty countries. The programmes he has led range from commercial development, design and delivery, management of office, strategy, as well as technical and industrial facilities. If he does not already
Alanna Imbach: Systemic Inequality, Women, And How Coworking Can Help
Among other things, social inequality has caused a spike in the number of women exiting the workforce. Alanna Imbach, Founder/CEO of Vibe Coworks shares her insights on how she believes the coworking community can address this and help bring women back into the workforce. Women being forced out of the workforce In the States particularly, schools were shut down for extended periods of time. And even when they came back online, it was then online remote schooling, and that burden of how to ma
Jamie Dundas: The Impact of COVID on London's Flexible Workspaces
Jamie Dundas, the founder of Monday Works, wants to educate on the impact that COVID-19 had on London’s flexible coworking spaces. Bernie J Mitchell will be hosting this Coworking Valued Podcast and will be discussing the impacts of COVID-19. Community is the key to generating new opportunities. So is being able to connect with diverse and relevant people around the globe and to assist in building coworking spaces in the community and around the world. The impact of COVID on workspaces The
How The Black Lives Matter Movement Made A Difference
by Gugu Mthimkhulu There is no doubt that the Black Lives Matter movement has made a huge impact on the lives of numerous people around the world, and the coworking industry is no exception. Speaking to Kofi Oppong Founder of Urban MBA, Carmen Lecuane Software Specialist at Nexudus and Founder of KMABEL, and Aiden Saunders Founder of Ailey CIC, we look at the impact that the Black Lives Matter movement has had in the coworking industry and the world at large. How has the Black Lives Matter mo
What Projects Are Connected to the London Coworking Assembly?
In 2022, we're building on these projects, if you are reading this and would like to contribute in 2022 please get in touch. Coworking Library Rural Coworking Coworking Symposium 2022 Coworking Values Podcast Inclusion and Diversity Handbook - (listen here) Coworking I.D.E.A.Project Cowork Tools UK Coworking Assembly London Coworking Assembly European Freelancers Week 2022 Urban MBA Other projects and inspirations: What if everyone could walk to work? What if everyone was an entrep
Brexit and SMEs: How Coworking Spaces Can Help
Even before Brexit, small to medium enterprises (SMEs) have struggled with opening bank accounts and being considered for credit or loans. Since early January 2021 many things have changed for businesses in the UK due to the finalisation of Brexit and brought on new struggles. Many have been impacted negatively especially in regard to employment, finance, growth, and trade. Not only that, but the global pandemic has also forced some SMEs to close their doors. Although the impact cannot be seen