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Happy Friday!

You know when I first moved to London over 10 years ago I admit I kinda rolled my eyes at how everyone took the month of August off. Then I started taking my own break during the last week. Except this year I stayed in London for the whole of August. That was frustrating!

It's so difficult to do any deals this month with everyone away. So next year I think I'm going to join everyone and just take the entire month off. (Probably not, but I might work remotely somewhere else for the month).

Upcoming Events

The good news about next week is start of event season. Below I'm including some major events I'm going to, along with links (and some promo codes) if you want to join to network and learn.

THE DISTRICT - BARCELONA (25-27 September)

This will by 3rd year attending, and I can highly recommend it to meet global investors, operators and PropTech companies. The content threads are vast!

Tap the image below and use the promo code T7K34 to get 35% off.

GCUC UK - LONDON (10-11 October)

I co-hosted the first GCUC UK in 2018 (and did a handstand on stage) to kickoff the morning and remind everyone this isn't your typical conference. In fact, it's an "unconference" as it's name (G)lobal (C)oworking (U)n(C)onference suggests.

This year I'll be hosting a round table on brand. Tap the image below and use the promo code GCUCTHANKYOU15 for 15% off.

Flexible Space Association Gala Dinner

I'm thrilled to be a judge for the Flexible Space Association Awards, and look forward to this prestigious black-tie event. Tap the image below to reserve your seat (or team table).

#AnticipateLDN - London (2-4 December)

?? 20K+ Visitors, ??180+ Speakers, ?? 200+ Hour of Content, and more!

Bringing together four legacy events of Facilities Show, Safety & Health Expo, FIREX and IFSEC, we're going to be discussing the big topics and future-proofing for Property & People Professionals.

Tap below to Save 50% when you book before 6 September.

This Week's Brain Food

Brave Ideas is curated by Lucy McInally and features ideas, insights, best practices and analysis all categorized under the 6 Pillars of Space-as-a-Service.

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COMMUNITY

The Business Case for Niche Coworking Spaces

by Helga Moreno

By catering to specific industries and professions, coworking spaces can carve out unique niches and cultivate vibrant communities of like-minded professionals. Read Helga’s Allwork.Space article.?

People Make Coworking

Spotlight on Coworking Pioneer, Claire Carpenter by Lucy McInally

Claire has been at the heart of the coworking movement for 20 years, witnessing its remarkable evolution from humble and sporadic beginnings to the model’s wider adoption and mass expansion. Read more from Lucy.

Be brave in your content and community

by Cat Johnson

Cat shares why authenticity is key. Tap here to read more.

HOSPITALITY

Are Work Cafes the Next Big Thing in Coworking?

asks Cat Johnson

I know coworking spaces with an A+ coffee game and I know coffee shops that are very laptop-friendly. It will be interesting to see how this new work cafe segment plays out. Read more from Cat.

I Think You All Can Relate When the Landlord Says, "We Don't Want That Use in our Building!"?

says Michael Abrams

Flex Office benefits the building because it can drive higher valuations through amenities and hospitality features that are part of the business model. Read more from Michael.

TECHNOLOGY

AI is about to Disrupt Real Estate

by Carlo Benigni ?? , Development Management Partner at Brave

The industry faces inefficiencies at every level. Traditional methods no longer meet today’s demands. Read more from Carlo.?

Real Estate Remains One of the Least Digitised Sectors

with Bogdan Nicoarā?

The industrial sector is transitioning towards stability from the initial post-COVID boom. It continues to represent a robust asset class, with a growing emphasis on technology integration and digital solutions. Read the Property Forum interview.?

Is the Commercial Real Estate Industry a Victim or an Architect of its own Obsolescence?

asks Antony Slumbers, Board Member at Brave

By failing to anticipate how technology would reshape work and by underinvesting in sustainability, has real estate inadvertently engineered its own crisis? Read more from Antony.?

WORKSPACES

What to Look for in a Coworking Space: A Checklist for Success

by Marc Navarro

The Instant Group make a reading on how the different elements that are valued affect different phases of the same ‘amenities might initially attract office seekers, but service levels keep people returning and ultimately decide the long-term value of a space’. Read Marc’s article on the Nexudus blog.?

Career Unlocked – Dean Connell

in conversation with Alex Young and Dean Connell

Dean opens up about his unique philosophy that takes cues from nature to transform traditional workspaces and hospitality environments into sustainable, circular spaces. Tap into the conversation.?

MANAGEMENT

NCG's New Partnership Brings Enterprise Grade Connectivity to Coworking

announced by Camille Herinckx, CCO at NCG

Coworking brands across Europe and the US can now offer flex customers better network management and security for clients and guests. Read more on this partnership.

What’s with the Regional Shortage of Managed Offices?

asks Flex and the City

Traditional landlords now offer fully fitted, all-inclusive spaces; the classic serviced offices are evolving by incorporating self-contained floors and innovative providers have stepped in to offer customised managed solutions for tenants. Read the article.?

Management Secrets for the Hybrid Workplace with Kari Smith

by Frank Cottle

We explore the idea of human-based design…this approach has led to a shift in how organisations program their spaces, with more focus rooms, collaborative areas, and spots for heads-down work. Read Frank’s Allwork.Space article.?

BRAND

How Do You Reach the Next Level?

asks Zoe Ellis-Moore

As your business scales, resources can be tight, and everyone is feeling the pressure. Read more from Zoe.?

From Zero to Hero: Transforming Your Business Through Strategic Branding

by PONT

In today’s competitive coworking market, standing out is no longer an option—it’s a necessity. Your brand is the key to making a lasting impression and attracting loyal members who resonate with your mission. Read more by PONT.

FINANCE

If Everybody Thinks This is a Bad Time to Invest in Offices…

says Caleb Parker,, Founder of Brave Founder of Brave

Most of us would agree that times of uncertainty create opportunity, and that value can be unlocked by exploiting market ambiguity. Read more from Caleb.?

New Data Proves it’s Not All Doom and Gloom for the Office Market

says Nick Pipitone

As vacancy rates climb, as much as $250 billion of office property values could be wiped out. Read Nick’s article in Propmodo.

The Case for 4.5% Cap Rates on Flex and Coworking Spaces

by Caleb Parker , Founder of Brave

Traditionally, cap rates for hotels in London hover between 4% and 6%, reflecting their dynamic pricing power, diversified customer base, and operational resilience. Similarly, private members’ clubs—exclusive venues with multiple revenue streams—often command cap rates between 3.5% and 5.5%.

Given these similarities, it’s time we recognize that successful flexible workspaces and coworking spaces can share these attributes and should therefore command comparable cap rates. Read more on Brave Ideas

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