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Right Space, Right People, Right Growth - Leveraging Place to Scale Your Startup,

 will explore how startups can leverage physical space, community, and partnerships with cities to drive growth.

⚡ How workspace strategy influences funding, hiring, and traction

⚡ The role of community and city partnerships in business growth

⚡ How to think about space as a long-term competitive advantage

Whether you’re a solo founder, a remote team member, or scaling your business, this session will give you actionable insights into how to think about space not as a cost but as a strategic asset that fuels your startup’s success. Expect a mix of storytelling, tactical advice, and open Q&A!

Stephen Hargett is the Co-Founder & CEO of wrkspace, a platform redefining how people discover and access flexible work environments. With a background in operations, community building, and workspace management, Stephen has led large-scale real estate and innovation campuses, previously managing spaces at WeWork and Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI). He has also worked at Apple and Tesla, gaining experience in scaling operations and sales channels. Additionally, Stephen has contributed to multiple startups, including companies that successfully exited to other ventures. His expertise lies in scaling workspace solutions, forging partnerships with cities and municipalities, and driving economic impact through collaborative spaces. At wrkspace, he is on a mission to ensure work doesn’t suck by activating underutilized spaces and fostering community-driven workplace experiences.

Grid110 is an economic and community development nonprofit dedicated to creating clearer pathways to success for early-stage entrepreneurs in Los Angeles. Their mission is to foster the most thriving, inviting & inclusive community for entrepreneurs by making the entrepreneurial path more equitable, inclusive, and accessible. Through their no-cost, no-equity accelerator programs, Grid110 provides founders with a growing community of fellow entrepreneurs, expert mentorship, and crucial resources. It has supported 300+ companies that have raised more than $123 million since its creation in 2015. Ninety-four percent of companies supported by Grid110 are led by women and entrepreneurs of color.

On The Grid: Right Space, Right People, Right Growth - Leveraging Place to Scale Your Startup