OfficeRnD and Everything Coworking Introduce Flex Academy: Coworking Bootcamp

OfficeRnD and Everything Coworking have partnered to launch the “Flex Academy: Coworking Bootcamp,” a video series that teaches coworking operators how to open, run, and grow a profitable space.

OfficeRnD and Everything Coworking, two names coworking operators know well, have joined forces on a new educational resource.

Together, we’re launching the “Flex Academy: Coworking Bootcamp” video series, built to help coworking spaces learn, operate, and grow.

Read on to learn more.

What is Flex Academy: Coworking Bootcamp?

Flex Academy: Coworking Bootcamp is a video series of short, expert-led lessons that walk coworking operators through the practical decisions behind starting and scaling a space, from location and pricing to tech and pre-selling.

OfficeRnD has long shared insights and resources with the coworking community. Our existing Flex Academy resources cover much of that ground through blog posts and guides.

This series builds on that foundation with the experts from “Everything Coworking,” turning written guidance into a more interactive, on-demand format.

It’s for anyone working in, or planning to enter, the coworking space industry.

What to expect from the video series

Here’s what sets the series apart:

1. Expert-led sessions: Each episode features industry operators sharing the tips and strategies that worked for them.
2. Comprehensive topics: The series spans operations, marketing, and current coworking trends.
3. Bite-sized lessons: Each video is short and easy to act on, so you can apply what you learn right away.
4. Available anytime, anywhere: Watch at your own pace, on your own schedule.

Who can benefit?

• Coworking space owners and operators: Get practical tactics to manage and grow your space.
• Aspiring coworking entrepreneurs: Learn how to start and run a coworking business.
• Industry professionals: Keep up with current trends and best practices in coworking.

What you’ll find inside this video series

A quick look at what’s covered:

• Strategic location selection: How do you choose the right coworking space location? Learn how to find and secure spots that fit your target members and support profitability.
• Tailored product and service mix: Build a mix of memberships, services, and products that matches your community and grows revenue.
• Technology stack insights: Get guidance on picking the software and tools that reduce admin work and improve the member experience.
• Effective pre-selling techniques: Learn how to market and pre-sell your space for a strong launch.
• …and more

Meet the instructors

The series is led by two people with hands-on records launching and growing coworking businesses.

Michael Everts | OfficeRnD

Michael is a Product Marketing Manager at OfficeRnD and Co-Founder of SharedSpace, a workspace in the Atlanta suburbs.

Before coworking, Michael worked in the audio-visual industry, where he designed and built collaboration spaces for large corporations across the southern U.S. He joined OfficeRnD in 2019 to help grow the US team and support more operators stateside.

Jamie Russo | Everything Coworking

Jamie is the Founder and CEO of Everything Coworking and hosts the longest-running coworking podcast in the industry.

She started, operated, and successfully sold two coworking businesses, running spaces in Chicago and Palo Alto for eight years under the Enerspace Coworking brand. She then served as Executive Director of the Global Workspace Association.

Jamie founded the Coworking Startup School in 2018 and launched Community Manager University in 2019, both aimed at helping new coworking owners launch and run their spaces with more confidence.

Explore the series

Flex Academy: Coworking Bootcamp is a place to pick up ideas, talk through challenges, and find answers from people who’ve run spaces themselves.

OfficeRnD’s product knowledge plus Everything Coworking’s operating experience gives you guidance you can act on right away.

Ready to grow your coworking business? Click here to get the series.

Frequently asked questions

What is Flex Academy: Coworking Bootcamp?

It’s a free video series from OfficeRnD and Everything Coworking that teaches coworking operators the practical steps to open and grow a profitable space, including location selection, product mix, technology, and pre-selling.

Who is the video series for?

It’s built for coworking space owners and operators, people planning to open their first space, and industry professionals who want to keep current with coworking best practices.

Who teaches the series?

Michael Everts, Product Marketing Manager at OfficeRnD and Co-Founder of SharedSpace, and Jamie Russo, Founder and CEO of Everything Coworking and host of the longest-running coworking podcast.

How much does it cost and how do I access it?

The series is available on demand, so you can watch the lessons at your own pace. You can sign up through the Everything Coworking course page linked above.

What topics does the series cover?

Lessons cover choosing a location, building the right product and service mix, picking a coworking technology stack, and pre-selling your space ahead of launch, along with day-to-day operations and marketing.