In this episode of the This Weekend Coworking podcast, Hector Kolonas and Mike LaRosa discuss the latest trends and insights in the coworking industry for week 21. Topics covered include the rise of fractional office management services, the strategic hiring of teachers for coworking spaces, reasons why members leave silently, and an overview of the initiatives by various coworking alliances in August. Additionally, they explore coworking data from the UK, Ireland, and Sweden, and highlight IWG's recent financial announcements. The episode also celebrates successes within the coworking community, such as Felena Hanson's recognition as the 2025 Women in Business Champion of the Year by the US Small Business Administration.

00:00 Welcome and Weekly Recap Introduction

01:16 Sponsorship and Undercurrents Report

02:20 Fractional Office Management: A Growing Trend

09:05 Hiring Teachers for Coworking Spaces

12:56 Understanding Member Retention

16:38 Planning for International Coworking Day

19:46 Coworking Data Insights: UK, Ireland, and Sweden

26:54 IWG Financial Updates and Industry Reflections

29:28 Closing Remarks and Shoutouts