Tackling staff turnover & corporate demands with Maria Montis Kramer (Loom)
How has the coworking industry changed since 2017? Maria Montis Kramer, COO of Loom (Merlin Properties), joins host Marc Navarro to discuss the evolution from a "cool" niche to a serious real estate player.They dive into the biggest operational challenges facing owners today: managing high staff turnover (especially in host roles) and meeting the sophisticated demands of new corporate clients. This is a must-listen for any coworking operator focused on scaling business and maintaining service quality.Guest: Maria Montis Kramer, Chief Operations Officer at LoomLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-montis-kramer-8195b41/Loom: https://loom.es/Merlin Properties: https://www.merlinproperties.com/Host: Marc NavarroProduced by Spacebring
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Bigger isn't better: What WeWork's chaos taught Mindspace's GM about real growth
Think you have to be the cheapest option to offer flexibility? Think again.Mark Goldfinger, the guy running Mindspace in the US, sat down with us to explain why their "white glove" approach is worth every penny.He gets into the details of creating a vibe that keeps people working, hiring staff that actually care, and having the guts to tell a client that yes, month-to-month costs more. It's a refreshingly honest take on what it really takes to succeed in the flex space world today. If you're a coworking space owner, you'll want to hear this.Guest: Mark Goldfinger | General Manager, USA @ Mindspace Host: Marc Navarro Producer: Spacebring | Coworking Software
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How to partner with government and scale your coworking space impact with Jenny Poon
What if you could scale the impact of your coworking community beyond your four walls… and get the government to fund it? In this episode, our host Marc Navarro is talking to Jenny Poon, the award-winning entrepreneur and founder of Phoenix's first coworking space, CO+HOOTS. When the pandemic hit, Jenny didn't just pivot; she built a whole new model.She shares the story behind HUUB, a platform that connects small businesses with government funding and expert help, completely changing the game for public-private partnerships.In this episode, you'll learn:The "hub and spoke" model for a coworking space community that doesn't rely on a physical building.Jenny's 5-step playbook for getting city officials to believe in (and fund!) your vision.How to use data and human stories to prove your impact and unlock major opportunities.This conversation will fundamentally change how you think about community, scale, and the future of your coworking space. Tune in!Connect with Jenny Poon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennypoon/Discover more from host Marc Navarro: https://marcnavarro.com/Learn more about CO+HOOTS coworking space: https://cohoots.com/Learn more about HUUB: https://www.joinhuub.com/Learn about Spacebring’s coworking space management software: https://www.spacebring.com/
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The core of coworking: what truly drives community and profit
Ready to think differently about coworking? In this special episode, our host, Marc Navarro, connects with María Santos Peña from Magma Espacio to talk about how coworking spaces really hit their stride outside big cities. They're fresh off their "Sustainable coworking in small cities" session at CWSC 2025, and they're sharing practical ideas, surprising discoveries, and how to build strong communities in unexpected places. You'll also get a look behind the scenes at how CWSC puts together its fantastic content and smooth operations. If you run a coworking space and are looking for new ideas and proven ways to grow, you'll want to hear this one!Connect with María Santos on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariasantospena/Discover more from host Marc Navarro: https://marcnavarro.com/ Learn more about Magma Espacio: https://www.magmaespacio.es/María Santos presentation at CWSC: https://spacebri.ng/UUwM7Explore the CWSC: https://coworkingspainconference.es/ Learn about Spacebring: https://www.spacebring.com/
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The core of coworking: what truly drives community and profit
Ready to think differently about coworking? In this special episode, our host, Marc Navarro, connects with María Santos Peña from Magma Espacio to talk about how coworking spaces really hit their stride outside big cities. They're fresh off their "Sustainable coworking in small cities" session at CWSC 2025, and they're sharing practical ideas, surprising discoveries, and how to build strong communities in unexpected places. You'll also get a look behind the scenes at how CWSC puts together its fantastic content and smooth operations. If you run a coworking space and are looking for new ideas and proven ways to grow, you'll want to hear this one!Learn more about Magma Espacio: https://www.magmaespacio.es/Discover more from host Marc Navarro: https://marcnavarro.com/ Explore the CWSC: https://coworkingspainconference.es/ Learn about Spacebring: https://www.spacebring.com/
We're diving deep into the coworking world, getting you the strategies and stories that actually matter. Produced by Spacebring, we're here to cut through the noise and give you the fast track to success in a flexible workspace.
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