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This Week In Coworking

Hector Kolonas

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00:18:40

28 work clubs later... with Kayla Gottschalk

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2026/04/27

Launching 28 Neighborhood Work Clubs Fast: Switchyards, Third Places & the Future of Coworking with Kayla GottschalkIn this episode of This Week In Coworking, host Hector Kolonas talks with Kayla Gottschalk, Atlanta-based launch lead at Switchyards, about building and launching neighborhood work clubs and how “third places” differ from traditional coworking. Show notes with links and details at https://twic.co/28clubsKayla shares her path from facility management and furniture/workplace

00:30:34

Week 14, 2026: AI Revenue Ops, Live-Work-Play Growth,...

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2026/04/03

Host Hector Kolonas welcomes returning guest co-host Ben Wright, now Managing Partner at Koho, an AI revenue operations solution based in the UK that he is helping roll out in the US. Ben explains Koho’s focus on improving repeatable profitability by unifying operator-owned data across systems into an MCP that LLMs can reliably use, enabling automated and agentic workflows such as lead qualification and, especially, renewals, which he says can drive major revenue uplift (including a cited 15%

00:29:50

Doors, data and dollars with Lee Odess

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2026/03/30

Access Control M&A, Cloud Risk, and AI: What Coworking Operators Need to Know (with Leo Odess)Host Hector Kolonas interviews Leo Odess, an access industry expert and CEO of the Access Collective, about how changes in physical security affect coworking operators. Odess explains the Access Collective’s content, community, and consulting work and why security is becoming a utility tied to experience and hospitality. Full show notes at https://TWIC.co/accessThey discuss concerns about

00:27:23

Week 10 in Coworking: Virtual Office Revenue, Systems...

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2026/03/06

Virtual Office Revenue, Systems & Tech Debt, and Coworking Industry Deal Flow | This Week in Coworking (Week 10)Hector Kolonas and co-host Juan Hilario recap a busy Week 10 in coworking, including takeaways from GWA Immersive in Dallas and why operators say virtual offices are critical to profitability. Juan explains how Alliance Virtual Offices drives partner revenue (targeting $2,000–$3,000/month by month 12, varying by market), handles sales, compliance, support, and adds meeting room/day

00:30:18

CSI's 23-year coworking journey with Tonya Surman

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2026/03/04

Host Hector Kolonas interviews Tonya Surman about founding the Centre for Social Innovation (CSI) in Toronto in 2004 as a shared space for small nonprofits before the term “coworking” existed, initially offering shared resources and “virtual tenancy.” Surman recounts CSI’s growth from 14 organizations to hundreds across multiple locations, including buying a 36,000-square-foot building in 2010 using a city loan guarantee and community bonds. More links and details in the show notes at

00:23:49

Week 9 In Coworking ft Kyle Chang: Tech stacks,...

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2026/02/26

In week nine of 2026, host Hector Kolonas is joined by guest co-host Kyle Chang of Yardi⁩ to discuss why coworking operators may benefit from consolidating fragmented tech stacks into an all-in-one platform like Yardi Kube, including Yardi’s client-driven approach, modular configuration, open APIs, and integrations such as HubSpot and Zapier, plus licensing and implementation pricing without e-commerce commissions. They address concerns about doing “too many things,” citing efforts to be

00:31:02

1,092 offices in 30 days with Caroline Hecht and Tara...

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2026/02/13

Massive Multi-Location Coworking Deals: Preferred Office Network's Success StoryIn this episode of 'This Week In Coworking,' host Hector Kolonas speaks with Caroline Hecht and Tara McCoy about one of the largest multi-location coworking deals ever seen. In a single transaction, Preferred Office Network successfully placed 552 teams across the U.S., generating $2 million in new monthly revenue for 150 of its partners. Get more insights and links at https://TWIC.co/30daysCaroline and Tara

00:17:22

From Community Manager to Owner: Jaime Munoz on...

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2026/02/10

From Coffee Shops to Coworking: Jaime Munoz's Journey to Ownership of CO+HOOTS In this episode of This Week In Coworking, host Hector Kolonas sits down with Jaime Munoz, the new owner and operator of CO+HOOTS, a prominent coworking brand with locations in Phoenix, downtown Mesa, and a project in Atlanta, Georgia. Jaime shares his inspiring journey from working in the coffee industry to becoming a community manager at CO+HOOTS, eventually rising to sole owner. He discusses the transition process,

00:27:41

This Week In Coworking: US coworking data, shifts in...

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2026/02/06

In this Weekly Recap episode, we explore some of the biggest stories from this week's newsletter.Follow along, and get more links, at https://twic.co/2026/06James Lowery, CEO of Essensys, discusses the importance of 'invisible digital experiences' in coworking spaces, technology interoperability, and the evolving landscape of the PropTech and multifamily industry. We also dive into the latest U.S. coworking market data, highlighting growth trends and the importance of sophisticated solutions

00:23:52

Week 5, 2026: Coworking models, terms, trends and tech

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2026/01/30

In this episode of the This Week In Coworking podcast, host Hector Kolonas and guest Mike LaRosa dive into the evolving landscape of coworking spaces. See this week's newsletter at https://thisweekincoworking.com/week-05-2026/They discuss the differences between various coworking models, like 'work clubs' and 'neighborhood clubs,' the continuous evolution of workspace needs, and the increasing role of tech and data in coworking. The conversation extends to how LinkedIn addresses

00:32:01

Week 4, 2026 - Coworking Tech, an AI OS, Bonding,...

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2026/01/22

Join Hector Kolonas and Kristina Schneider from Cobot (https://twic.co/cobot) as they dive into the latest industry updates in the weekly recap for This Week In Coworking. 🗞️ Follow along by popping open the Week 4 newsletter at https://twic.co/2026/04This episode covers exciting developments shared by Cobot, AI-powered operating systems, the importance of building community, and strategies for industry growth. Discover how AI and emerging technologies are shaping coworking spaces, and explore ways

00:34:04

Gen Z, vibes and coworking with Danielle Farage

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2026/01/19

In this episode of This Week in Coworking, host Hector Kolonas chats with Danielle Farage, an expert on Gen Z and workplace dynamics. They delve into Danielle's career journey, her role in helping organizations understand and engage Gen Z talent, and the challenges young professionals face in the traditional work environment. Get the show notes and more links at https://TWIC.co/gen-zThey also discuss the evolving landscape of coworking spaces, their appeal to different generations, and the concept

00:29:24

Week 3, 2026: Coworking's identity crisis, reclaiming...

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2026/01/16

In this episode of This Week in Coworking, host Hector Kolonas is joined by guest co-host Cat Johnson to discuss the key highlights from week 3 of 2026. Follow along at https://thisweekincoworking.com/week-03-2026/They explore the evolving definition of coworking, emphasizing the importance of reclaiming the term to highlight community and connection over simple workspace rentals. The conversation also covers the rise of community-focused coworking spaces, the impact of AI on content marketing, and

00:28:17

Week 20, 2026: Virtual Mail, Trends, Insights and More

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2026/01/09

Join Hector Kolonas and guest co-host William Edmundson from iPostal1 Workspace as they dive into the first weekly recap of 2026 on the This Week In Coworking podcast. Browse this week's newsletter at https://twic.co/2026/02They discuss the booming growth of virtual mail revenue, reflect on significant gains in 2025, and explore key trends for the coworking industry. Listen in for insights on focusing KPIs, maximizing revenue streams, and the evolving needs of coworking members. Other highlights

00:58:12

Undercurrents: The New Coworking Revenue Stack

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2026/01/07

In this edition of Undercurrents, we explore major shifts in the coworking revenue stack - with insights from top experts. Learn how coworking businesses are evolving their revenue stacks, offering new services, and building sustainable, profitable models. Featured experts include Anne Olsen, Megan, Sheila Burmistrova, Gregg Jackowitz, Tobi Skovron, and Sofia Stolberg, who share their experiences and strategies on what works and what doesn't in the world of coworking revenue. Get the PDF, web,

00:30:31

This Week in Coworking: Rate Increases, Meeting Room...

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2025/12/12

Welcome to Week 50 2025's recap espidoe.In this episode of 'This Week in Coworking,' host Hector Kolonas is joined by guest co-host William Edmundson. Follow along and get all the links at https://twic.co/w502025They dive into effective strategies for increasing membership rates without upsetting members, the rising demand for meeting rooms, and the introduction of innovative coworking resources from iPostal1, such as the CMRA support program and compliance center. Additionally, the

00:26:43

Week 47: Sense of Belonging, Dead Internet Theory,...

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2025/11/21

Welcome to the Week 47 recap of the This Week in Coworking newsletter!Follow along at https://thisweekincoworking.com/week-47-2025/This episode features a deep dive on measuring a sense of belonging in coworking spaces, exploring the Dead Internet Theory, and a look at a gym in Manhattan dubbed a 'unicorn factory.' Guest co-host Carlos Almansa, co-founder and CEO of ⁨Nexudus⁩ , shares insights from the recent Coworking Europe conference in Berlin and introduces the new Coworking Compass

00:18:01

Enterprise Flex from Africa with Michael Aldridge

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2025/11/17

In this episode of 'This Week In Coworking,' host Hector Kolonas sits down with Michael Aldridge, founder of KOFISI. Get deeper show notes, more context and more links at https://twic.co/africaflexThey discuss Michael's journey from the UK to Africa, and KOFISI's innovative approach to coworking spaces across the continent. Learn about the rapid growth of coworking in cities like Nairobi, Dar es Salaam, and Cairo, and the unique challenges and opportunities the African market

00:24:21

Week 46: E-com, tech, toast + eats, Qube,...

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2025/11/14

In this episode of This Week In Coworking, host Hector Kolonas is joined by coworking expert Mike Everts to discuss a variety of hot topics in the coworking industry. Read this week's newsletter at https://thisweekincoworking.com/week-46-2025/Mike shares insights on Yardi Kube's new Prospect Portal and its impact on coworking e-commerce. They dive into the benefits and implementation of seamless integrations and the shift towards nichified coworking spaces like Qube Space for music creators. The

00:20:44

Week 45: Virtual Offices, Dynamic Pricing and 700%...

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2025/11/07

Welcome to the This Week In Coworking podcast with Hector Kolonas and special co-host Alex Garza from ⁨Alliance Virtual Offices . Grab the newsletter and follow along at https://thisweekincoworking.com/week-45-2025/This week, we dive into exciting updates on meeting room booking technology, the success of various coworking franchises, and innovative strategies to boost app engagement. Discover how Alliance Virtual Offices is transforming the client booking experience with real-time availability and

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