What does it look like when a company that's been quietly leading behind the scenes for 15 years decides it's time to step into the spotlight?

We're joined this week by Caroline Hecht, Senior Director of Member Relations at Preferred Office Network, to talk about their recent rebrand and how the company has helped shape the flex industry from the very beginning.

Caroline shares how Preferred Office Network started with three independent operators who saw the need for a national network built on trust and relationships—and how that same mission still drives the company today.

We also talk about:

• The inspiration behind the new Preferred Office Network brand

• How their "one agreement" model simplifies life for enterprise clients and operators

• Why trust and community continue to set them apart from marketplaces

• Caroline's personal journey from Craigslist job search to flex industry leader

If you've ever wondered what makes Preferred Office Network different—or what it takes to build long-term trust and connection at scale—this episode is for you.

Resources Mentioned in this Podcast:

Preferred Office Network's website

Global Workspace Association's website

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What happens when a coworking operator decides to treat team development like a strategic investment, not an expense?

This week, I’m joined by Meagan Slavin, COO and co-owner of 25N Coworking, for a conversation that’s part post-GWA recap and part masterclass in leadership and culture-building.

We talk about:

• Why bringing your team to industry events is a retention strategy, not just a perk

• How Meagan plans for conference travel and ROI in her annual budgets

• The intentional ways 25N debriefs, shares takeaways, and turns learning into daily action

• How their newest 54,000 sq. ft. Chicago-area space is redefining the meeting and event side of their business

• Why implementing EOS/Traction has been transformational for their leadership team.

If you’ve ever thought, “How do I keep my team inspired and growing?”, you’ll want to take notes on this one.

Resources Mentioned in this Podcast:

25N Coworking's website

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Marco didn't plan to end up leading sales for one of the most high-touch coworking brands in the world. From door-to-door charity fundraising to expanding The Great Room by Industrious across Australia, his journey shows what happens when you pair hustle with hospitality.

In this episode, recorded in Sydney, Giovanni and Marco dive into what makes The Great Room stand out in a crowded market — and why enterprise clients are drawn to its five-star, service-first approach.

We cover:

• How a hotel-inspired vision became a global coworking brand.
• What "hospitality" really means in the flex space world.
• The rise of enterprise demand in Sydney's CBD.
• How Australia's flex community is learning to collaborate, not compete.

If you're curious about what the next evolution of premium coworking looks like, this episode offers a front-row view.

Resources Mentioned in this Podcast:

The Great Room by Industrious

Industrious

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