In this week 47 recap episode of the This Week In Coworking podcast, hosts Mike LaRosa and Hector Kolonas discuss Allstate's bold move towards hybrid work by partnering with LiquidSpace, providing coworking space access to 13,000 employees. The episode delves into evolving coworking terminologies, highlighting 'space as a service' and the emergence of diverse workspace brands like Kinrise. Other key topics include the potential for the first flex-oriented REIT and the industry's collective challenge to create a standardized lexicon amid growing complexities. The episode also touches on industry community support and announces a brief hiatus for the Thanksgiving holiday.
00:00 Introduction and Weekly Recap
01:17 Allstate's Hybrid Work Strategy
02:20 Corporate Coworking Trends
08:49 Terminology in Coworking
19:05 Emerging Trends in Flex Spaces
33:01 Community and Support
34:03 Thanksgiving and Wrap-Up
