In this episode, I sit down with Karen Tait, founder of The Residence Coworking in Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire. Karen shares her inspiring journey from a career in investment banking to creating a high-end coworking space that caters to the needs of suburban professionals. With a vision for blending luxury with functionality, Karen has turned The Residence into a thriving hub for the local business community, providing more than just desks—it's a space that fosters connections, collaboration, and a sense of belonging. We talked about: How Karen transitioned from investment banking to launching The Residence Coworking The unique challenges and opportunities of building a high-end coworking space in the suburbs Why community and customer experience are crucial for coworking success How The Residence caters to the needs of suburban professionals and remote workers Insights from scaling up The Residence during and after the pandemic Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Karen's LinkedIn profile The Residence Coworking website Everything Coworking Featured Resources: Masterclass: 3 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets to Opening a Coworking Space Coworking Startup School Community Manager University Follow Us on YouTube

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