Colby Gergen UX Researcher UX Architect

Member Spotlight: Colby Gergen, UX Researcher & UX Architect

Meet Colby Gergen Q : Tell us a little about your career and journey C: I thought I was going to be a developer so I taught myself PHP (scripting language) a decade ago. I hated squashing the bugs I created and I knew I couldn’t be a graphic designer for a lack of being able to match colors. I knew I wanted to stay around software, but I fell into product management and UX before even knowing what those disciplines…

How to Be Productive Working Remotely

How to Be Productive Working Remotely

Have you ever wanted to do business reports in the quietness of a library? Or take care of your emails on the clock from the comfort of your favorite coffee shop? Working remotely gives you the freedom to do just that! You get to accomplish all of your tasks for work in nonspecific, fun environments while still getting the job done. The Productivity Working remotely is a breath of fresh air to get new ideas. Make your to-do list,…

Matt Nelson Modern Training Development

Member Spotlight: Matt Nelson, Modern Training & Development

Meet Matt Nelson Matt Nelson is the CEO and founder of Modern Training & Development, Inc., a consulting firm supporting training and operations in restaurants, retail, breweries, and more. With over 25 years of experience, he has helped multi-unit operators of all sizes create and improve learning experiences. He has lived in northern Colorado since 1998 and spends most of his time cooking for his wife Erin and playing with his 4 amazing and strange children.…

Jenny Starck Prime Source Staffing

Member Spotlight: Jenny Starck, Prime Source Staffing

Meet Jenny Starck Jenny is by far one of the busiest members we have in our desk chair community. On any given day, you will find Jenny running around all over the building interviewing future employees. We love having her here at desk chair. Join us as we get to know a little more about Jenny below. Q : Tell us a little about your career and journey J: I was a director at an early childhood school, loved…

Are Coworking Spaces Worth It?

Are Coworking Spaces Worth It?

What do connections, convenience and complimentary coffee all have in common? They are all pros of being a member of a coworking space. In an ever-changing business world, it is easy to feel like you are not doing enough. Coworking spaces promote productivity and professionalism in a comfortable, lively environment. If your business is taking off or you’re just tired of working from coffee shops, this is the perfect option for you. Opportunity Coworking spaces offer…

How Students Can Benefit From a Coworking Community

How Students Can Benefit From a Coworking Community

Collaboration, Inspiration, And Coffee. Those are three things that differentiate a coworking space from your typical office setting or any other workspace. We know that coworking spaces are great for entrepreneurs, remote workers, and small businesses, but recently they’ve been benefiting a different group of people: students. Who?  Yes, you heard us right, students! While this is a broad term to describe the type that thrives in a coworking space, it is very…

David Luedtke Wood Street Builders

Member Spotlight: David Luedtke, Wood Street Builders

Meet David Luedtke If you haven’t met David, he is very hard to miss in our desk chair space. Standing well above 6 feet, David towers over most of our members and has just as big of a heart. David is one of our Founding Members here at desk chair and we are thrilled for the exciting things to come for him and his expanding team. Q: Tell us a little about your career and journey D: Well,…

5 Questions to Ask Before Joining a Coworking Space

5 Questions to Ask Before Joining a Coworking Space

Coworking spaces have helped fill a much-needed gap for entrepreneurs and start-ups that are seeking office space. They offer temporary spaces to businesses who are trying to find their way or to freelancers and satellite employees that need to rent desk space. As with any business decision, you should ask yourself questions to guide your decision making. Here are 5 questions we recommend asking before joining a coworking space. What Is Your Intention For The Coworking Space?…

Ernie Hauser WEST

Member Spotlight: Ernie Hauser, WEST

Meet Ernie Hauser Ernie is the Chief Sales Officer for WEST (Western Energy Support and Technology) and our resident snazzy suit dresser here at desk chair workspace. You can commonly see Ernie beaming with a huge smile from ear to and ear and rocking all kinds of bold fun ties around the office. West is a flow measurement calibration services company. They also make additional products that extend services to the factory floor. …

Brent is President & CEO of Ajax Analytics and member at desk chair workspace.

Member Spotlight: Brent Buck, Ajax Analytics

Meet Brent Buck Brent is President & CEO of Ajax Analytics and member at desk chair workspace. Ajax Analytics performs environmental monitoring specializing in real-time oil and gas activity and other climate change concerns. Their job is to take data and make it consumable for the public—rather than just readable by scientists. Q : Tell us a little about your career and journey B: I began with a major company as their Developer. I…