The Flexspace Evolution – Panel Discussion and Networking

EVENT DESCRIPTION

You are invited to an exclusive VIP panel discussion with the rare opportunity to hear direct from our clients. Joining us will be James Ainsworth, Head of Real Estate at PWC, Tim Mannah, Regional Partner at Servian, Andy Tait, Co-Founder of Collider Accelerator, David Garson, Global Head of Enterprise at Office Freedom. Hosted by former Olympic athlete, Gail Emms MBE.

You will hear how flexible workspaces have now become an important part of the 2020 global company portfolio, whether they be a large corporate or an exciting tech start up. This begs the controversial question, are the days of long leases over?

The panel will also discuss the future role of employees, and how companies plan to attract and retain new talent to their company. David Garson will be talking about how the global industry is rapidly developing and expanding, utilising modern flexible workspaces as platforms for collaboration, wellness, innovation and productivity.

We will also be launching our brand new exclusive Flex Report which contains the latest industry data and insights on the London flex market; where’s hot, where’s not and updates on current pricing and procurement trends.

AGENDA

18:00 - Welcome drinks and buffet

18:30 - Welcome, opening address and panel discussion:

• The importance of the finding the right workspace
• The future role of employees, attracting talent and staff retention
• The importance of Wellness and productivity in the workplace
• The ‘Global’ emerging markets – are the days of long leases over?
• Q&A

19:30 - Closing remarks and networking

20:00 - Close

PANEL GUESTS

James Ainsworth, Head of Real Estate – PWC

James has had an incredible career that has seen him thrive in senior roles at Trilogie CRE, Corenet and PWC where he is responsible for the estate management team, managing 1.6m sq.ft of corporate offices across the UK. James prides himself on maintaining highest levels of sustainability and service standards to a highly diverse and rapidly evolving workplace & workforce. He is responsible for delivering complex transactions through a full life cycle of business consultation through to legal & project completion.

Tim Mannah, Regional Partner - Servian

Tim’s career has been deeply embedded in internet, website, UX, sales across the banking and internet sectors, before becoming the Managing Director of Servian. Tim’s focus is growing the UK practice and the delivery of data and advanced analytics services to his technology-focused clients. Servian is a recognised Google Cloud Partner and continues to drive true innovation through the use of the Servian platform, products and services.

Andy Tait, Co-Founder of Collider Accelerator

Andy has exceptional sector experience covering mobile software and content, virtual reality, marketing, advertising and commerce, video games, creative industries, start-up acceleration and investment. Andy has started new businesses for corporations (HMV/EMI) and co-founded others in technology and content. One, Superscape a virtual reality pioneer, Andy took to a full IPO with a FTSE listing in London. Most recently Andy co-founded a start-up called Collider accelerator, which has had one exit and a portfolio valuation over £80m and been listed as one of Europe’s Top Five Seed Accelerators.


David Garson, Global Head of Enterprise – Office Freedom

David has over 20 years corporate sales experience within the UK and US working for blue chip companies including Merrill Lynch and State Street. David is a respected figure in the commercial property sector and has sourced office space for hundreds of businesses including international brands. An Urban Development and Policy Graduate from UWE-Bristol, David is a respected speaker on the flexible workspace market and regularly advises business leaders on latest data, market conditions and industry trends.

Gail Emms, MBE

Gail Emms MBE, English Badminton player who won GOLD at the 2006 World Championships in Madrid, 2004 European Championships in Geneva and a silver medal at the 2004 Olympic Games. Now retired from professional competition, Gail is a successful businesswoman in her own right. She has turned her attentions to sharing the hugely positive impact that sport can have on personal life, work life and well-being, working as a Youth Sport Trust and Badminton Sport England Ambassador, inspiring young people to be more active and lead a healthy lifestyle.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Business owners, facilities professionals and key decision makers from enterprise, corporates, scale-ups and start-ups considering office expansion or re-location in London. Anyone wanting to learn more about the tech boom within the London office market. This is a fantastic opportunity to hear first-hand the experiences of fellow professionals and a chance to ask questions and network. The event is free to attend.

GETTING HERE

33 Broadwick Street is in the heart of Soho at the bottom of Poland Street. Oxford Circus, Picadilly Circus, Leicester Square and Tottenham Court Road tube stations are all within a few minutes’ walk. Nearest Car Parks are Q Park – Soho (Poland Street) and NCP Brewer Street. Cycle racks are also available at the venue.

ABOUT OFFICE FREEDOM

Founded in 1993 under its former name SOS Search Office Space, Office Freedom was the first real estate specialist to provide global tenant-rep services to clients seeking Flexible Workspace and Coworking space. Having pioneered this marketplace, it has now advised more than 38,000 clients and currently lists more than 13,000 offices across six continents. Today, it offers the full spectrum of flexible workplace solutions, including serviced offices, coworking spaces, flexible leases, meeting rooms, virtual offices, day offices and business continuity space.