In this Weekly Recap episode of This Week in Coworking, hosts Mike LaRosa and Hector Kolonas are joined by guest co-host Anne Olsen, Director of Coworking at the Domain Companies. 

Follow along with Week 38’s newsletter at https://thisweekincoworking.com/week-38-2025/

The discussion covers a range of topics, starting with Ann’s update on The Shop BK’s new Brooklyn location and its innovative community-focused features, including art studios.

The podcast also delves into strategic insights on swag, sharing perspectives on whether it should be given away or sold.

Hector and Mike examine recent market moves from companies like Industrious and Convene, and they tackle the data on member acquisition timelines.

Tune in for a comprehensive recap of the latest coworking trends and strategies.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:42 This Week's Newsletter Highlights

01:30 Spotlight on The Shop Brooklyn

04:05 Art Studios and Community Focus

06:07 Data Insights: Member Sign-Up Trends

11:06 Debate: The Value of Swag

20:20 Market Moves and Industry Trends

27:44 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes