In this episode of 'This Week in Coworking,' hosts Hector Kolonas and Mike LaRosa delve into significant advancements and collaborations within the coworking industry - the big WeWork, Yardi and Vast Coworking Group news. Key discussions cover the shift from traditional lease models to flexible management agreements, the rise of suburban coworking spaces, and the importance of protecting intellectual property. Featured are insights into tech integrations, cybersecurity, and notable market movements, such as JLL's new flex space product and the U.S. Navy's involvement in flexible workspaces. The episode also includes an interview with Sam Pickering and Olivia Chatten from The Instant Group, discussing the launch of a new coworking rating system in collaboration with the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI). This initiative aims to fill the gap in wellbeing ratings for coworking spaces by focusing on nutrition, fitness, air quality, and more.

00:00 Introduction and Hosts

00:21 Exciting Week in Coworking

01:02 Exclusive CEO Interview Insights

02:08 Collaborative Environment in Coworking

05:27 Landlords Embracing Flex Spaces

11:02 Suburban Coworking Trends

15:05 Tech Integrations and Security

20:25 Market Moves and Trends

20:57 Exciting New Developments

22:07 Introducing Sam Pickering and Olivia

22:42 The Well Building Institute Collaboration

23:53 The Co-Working Rating System

30:22 Key Features of the Co-Working Rating

33:01 Advice for Co-Working Operators

36:35 Certification Process and Costs

39:34 Future of Well Ratings

43:01 Conclusion and Contact Information