Great business ideas can come at the oddest times. For Ammar Jangbarwala and Dylan Purcell-Lowe, that moment came when they were trying to catch an overworked bartender’s attention. “It was partly out of frustration, waiting in long lines at bars,” says Purcell-Lowe. “We both were thinking that there had to be a better way.” The […]

A few years ago, Peter Sullivan found himself at that dark crossroads creators know only too well: a company he’d believed in and worked hard to erect went tumbling down, and he had to figure out what to do next with his life. Optimistic but practical, he gave it 30 days. “I took as many […]

Our surroundings often influence our moods. The beach prompts serenity, while museums muster up amusement and curiosity. Libraries and coffee shops invoke a get-down-to-business vibe for focusing better, and bars and restaurants bring a sexy vibe. Along comes LumiFi, a smartphone app created by award-winning lighting designers that combines LED wireless bulb technology with pre-prepared […]

At first all Tyler Balliet wanted was to learn a little bit about wine. Now his interest has inspired him to create a platform that has, so far, reached thousands of his fellow wine enthusiasts. Five years ago, the WeWork Hollywood member came up with the idea for Second Glass, a platform for people who were […]

When Jeannie Oliver found herself suffering from severe anxiety, depression, insomnia, and weight issues in her early 20s, she consulted a long series of doctors. One naturopathic physician radically changed the way she approaches health and wellness. Now the WeWork South Lake Union member is a holistic nutrition counselor, personal trainer, and classically trained chef consulting other entrepreneurs about […]

Endless coffee and friendly dogs; unique décor; gourmet breakfasts, pool tables, and private screening rooms; and best of all, a warm and welcoming community. It’s because of these things, and much more, that I have an affinity for the culture at WeWork.  I’ve been a member since I left my cushy strategy-consulting gig about a […]

An office can tell you a lot about a creator, and we were pleasantly surprised when we ran into Fawziah Qadir’s bedecked office space at WeWork Fulton Center. Most of the tchotchkes on her desk are from her travels around the world, including places like Egypt and Kenya. When she’s not exploring new places, this […]