In this episode of the “This Week In Coworking” podcast, Hector Kolonas sat down with Jessie Glew during the Global Workspace Association Conference to delve into the exciting expansions and innovations taking place in the coworking space industry.
A Righteous Return to the Office
Jet-lagged but ever-enthusiastic, Jessie welcomed the opportunity to share her thoughts on how the industry can evolve with new offerings. She began discussing how her experience as a working mom led to the partnership with BubbaDesk, a crèche that partners with coworking operators to offer child care services.
Exploring New Frontiers
Jessie’s vision for WOTSO continues beyond just traditional coworking spaces. While discussing potential new revenue streams, Jessie emphasized partnerships as key to success: “We aren’t the experts in health space…we partnered with Dr. Anthony Bloomfield.” Expanding into health spaces and cook spaces, Jessie’s endeavor aims to harness the power of collaboration with experts to deliver diverse user experiences.
The concept of “flexible kitchens” provide opportunities for chefs and restaurateurs to test the market without excessive overhead.
Balancing Innovation with Expertise
Throughout the conversation, Jessie underscored the importance of partnering with experts to innovate. “Partnering again with some chefs…they know how to run a kitchen,” she said, indicating a thoughtful approach to tackling new ventures.
Despite tackling new industries, Jessie remains cautious and pragmatic. Addressing operational challenges, she noted, “We will be taking control of the cleaning…we’re gonna be learning as we go.”
Next Steps in Coworking
Jessie also discussed future directions, such as exploring local area engagement and the potential of coworking credit cards.
Final Thoughts
For those pioneering inventive solutions in coworking, Jessie Glew’s approach offers inspiring insights into how the blend of partnerships, expertise, and community can reshape work environments.