Listen "What exactly is this network that WeWork, Vast and Yardi are building?"
Episode Synopsis
What coworking professionals need to know about WeWork's new Partner Network.
In this episode, Hector Kolonas of Syncaroo leads an in-depth discussion about WeWork's groundbreaking launch of a coworking partner network, which involves over 690 locations across the US and Canada.
The episode features insights from Jason Anderson, CEO of Vast Coworking, John Santora, CEO at WeWork, and Anant Yardi, CEO at Yardi Systems.
The leaders delve into the changing dynamics of coworking spaces, the increasing role of technology, and the need for collaboration. Topics covered include the strategic benefits of this new network, technological advancements, and the future of coworking ecosystems.
00:00 Big Coworking News: WeWork's New Partner Network
00:35 Meet the Leaders Behind the News
01:34 Anant Yardi on Flex Workspace and Commercial Real Estate
05:57 John Santora on WeWork's Evolution
08:25 Jason Anderson on Vast Coworking's Vision
12:39 The Why Behind the WeWork Partner Network
19:46 Technical Insights: How the Network Functions
22:29 Expanding Beyond Yardi Kube
23:10 Benefits for Vast Franchise Owners
23:27 Lead Generation and Revenue Growth
26:53 WeWork's Strategic Approach
28:28 Technology and Asset Light Strategy
31:50 Collaboration Over Competition
33:06 Future Opportunities and Industry Growth
40:13 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways
In this episode, Hector Kolonas of Syncaroo leads an in-depth discussion about WeWork's groundbreaking launch of a coworking partner network, which involves over 690 locations across the US and Canada.
The episode features insights from Jason Anderson, CEO of Vast Coworking, John Santora, CEO at WeWork, and Anant Yardi, CEO at Yardi Systems.
The leaders delve into the changing dynamics of coworking spaces, the increasing role of technology, and the need for collaboration. Topics covered include the strategic benefits of this new network, technological advancements, and the future of coworking ecosystems.
00:00 Big Coworking News: WeWork's New Partner Network
00:35 Meet the Leaders Behind the News
01:34 Anant Yardi on Flex Workspace and Commercial Real Estate
05:57 John Santora on WeWork's Evolution
08:25 Jason Anderson on Vast Coworking's Vision
12:39 The Why Behind the WeWork Partner Network
19:46 Technical Insights: How the Network Functions
22:29 Expanding Beyond Yardi Kube
23:10 Benefits for Vast Franchise Owners
23:27 Lead Generation and Revenue Growth
26:53 WeWork's Strategic Approach
28:28 Technology and Asset Light Strategy
31:50 Collaboration Over Competition
33:06 Future Opportunities and Industry Growth
40:13 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways
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