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Rebls co-founders: the importance of doing something great

We sat down with Bryan Copley and Jeff White, the co-founders of Rebls, to hear their thoughts on how they’re improving the real estate experience by connecting homeowners and buyers directly. Video by Mike Folden.
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How Urban Oyster’s David Naczycz is changing the way people discover New York City

A self-professed history nerd and dedicated urbanist, entrepreneur David Naczycz has found a career that merges his two passions. What started as a walking tour guide gig turned into a full-fledged business called Urban Oyster Tours. A resident of New York City for over a decade, David is devoted to educating and showing people neighborhood […]
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New York City vs. Boston: Come see six startups compete at Fenway Fast Pitch

On Wednesday, August 6, we’re headed to the historic Fenway Park in Boston for a contest in which six WeWork startups will be presenting. They won’t be throwing baseballs, but they’ll be pitching their hearts out to win $15,000 for their business. Fenway Fast Pitch will be hosted by Beacon Capital Partners and WeWork in […]
How Philz Coffee founder is brewing a strong, unique blend of coffee and community

We recently had the opportunity to hear founder Phil Jaber’s inspirational story on how he started Philz Coffee at WeWork Golden Gate. Phil Jaber loves good coffee. Even more than good coffee, he loves people and fostering a community in his specialty coffee shops. His blends incite an ardent following that’s likened to rockstar fandom. […]
The Desktop: Ikon 3’s founder Gary Hardwick

Meet Ikon 3 Founder Gary Hardwick From a traditional gong to a fully-stocked bar cart, here’s what you’ll find in Ikon 3’s WeWork Meatpacking office. An office can tell you a lot about an entrepreneur, and we were particularly captivated by Ikon 3’s bright, welscoming space. Ikon 3 – The Creative Media Agency To Watch […]
The Dating Ring adds a new twist to online dating

As a 20-something, working professional in Manhattan, you can bet I’m on at least one dating app. Before I dive into the perils of dating in this city,  let’s discuss how dating apps have become so prevalent among singles in urban areas. It’s hard not to stare at a group of girls swiping left on […]
The Desktop: State of Affairs’ Kendrick Jackson

An office can tell you a lot about a creator, but in this case, we were first struck by Kendrick Jackson’s off-beat preppy look at WeWork Wonder Bread Factory. Turns out, this modern day gentleman also has a beautiful office turned showroom that matches his dapper style. The managing partner of State of Affairs, a […]
Celebrate each success in your startup, says Pradux’s Alex Koblenz

Native New Yorker Alex Koblenz had a dilemma. After attending a Jay-Z concert, he wanted to know what the renowned hip-hop artist’s wardrobe consisted of that evening. Countless hours spent searching on Google didn’t provide Alex with the answers he was looking for, so he decided to create Pradux. Pradux, pronounced “products,” just released their […]
First Hour: a morning with Nettitude’s Martin Watts

Some of Martin Watts’ best ideas come to him during his early morning commute. As Chief Operating Officer at Nettitude, a company that specializes in cyber security and risk management, Martin keeps his schedule packed to help organizations improve their security, and reduce the risk of cyber attacks. To prepare for his busy days, he […]
You have to throw modesty out the door, says StoryShelter’s Melisa Singh

Melisa Singh believes that entrepreneurship starts with the mind. “It’s about finding an opportunity in anything,” says the recent NYU marketing graduate. Growing up, Melisa didn’t get an allowance and wasn’t allowed to eat sweets like the other kids in her neighborhood. She wanted to find a way to make money, so she scrounged up […]
First Hour: a morning with ZinePak’s Kim Kaupe

You’ll usually find Kim Kaupe bright and early at WeWork Empire State during the workweek. “I’m almost always the first person on the fifth floor in the mornings,” she told us. The early-riser and cofounder of ZinePak is busy running a business that creates collectible pieces of memorabilia for superfans of an artist or a […]
Goop to good: how Supergoop is shaking up sunscreen

Life as a 20-something is most often characterized by excitement, vim, and a bursting passion for the future. It’s a time to explore new places and find (or at least search) for a better sense of self. Holly Thaggard, however, was forced to witness a very different side to early adulthood when a close friend […]
The multi-faceted life of Pricing Engine’s Jeremy Kagan

Member Spotlight is a series that showcases the entrepreneurs behind emerging companies. In this edition, we chatted with Jeremy Kagan, founder and CEO of the ad management tool, Pricing Engine. Pricing Engine provides all small business owners a simple, unified platform for running their search marketing and digital advertising. After realizing that many were bogged […]
The Desktop: ONA Bags founder Tracy Foster

An office can tell you a lot about a creator, and we instantly fell in love with Tracy Foster’s cozy yet chic space and her line of handcrafted leather camera bags at WeWork Soho West. Whether she’s working on the latest collection in her accessories line, ONA Bags, or decorating her office, Foster is first […]
Find a good team, advises Rukkus founder Manick Bhan

Comparing overpriced concert tickets can be an overwhelming process, especially when you’re looking at multiple sites for the best deal. However, New York-based startup Rukkus is making music and event experiences better for fans, not charging them higher prices. Their site and mobile app pulls inventory from over 100 ticket providers, including Ticketmaster, StubHub, and […]
Find where you fit in and start by adding value

If you ask Jesse Kirshbaum, the founder and CEO of New York-based New Universal Entertainment (NUE) Agency, how he got his start in the music industry, he’ll probably recount the time he danced in a Puff Daddy music video. However it’s not his dance moves that catapulted his career. He credits that knowing how to […]
How to run a company isn’t something that can be taught, it’s a discovery process

Member spotlight is a series that showcases the entrepreneurs behind emerging companies. In this edition, we recently chatted with Samantha Trinh, startup advisor and founder of Ennovae & Company. Ennovae & Co. is a New York-based digital agency and strategy consulting firm that partners with scalable startups to develop go-to-market strategies for new product launches […]
The Desktop: AlleyCat Design’s Sophia Bilynsky

An office can tell you a lot about an entrepreneur, and we found ourselves particularly captivated by Sophia Bilynsky’s colorful space at WeWork Madison. Bilynsky is the Founder and Creative Director of AlleyCat Designs, a New York City-based design firm that crafts ideas and delivers scalable artistic solutions for businesses of all types. The firm […]