Why business owners and founders choose coworking to grow their business.

The Loading Dock began out of a desire to create a workspace for entrepreneurs, by entrepreneurs. 

Our founder, Philip Freeman, understands firsthand the challenges of finding a flexible space as a growing business. Starting his own company in his garage and navigating the obstacles of long-term leases, he saw the need for a solution to accommodate rapid change and eliminate logistical barriers to scaling business. 

Inspired by his journey, he created The Loading Dock to provide business owners and founders with the flexibility, resources, and community needed to grow without limits.

The Benefits of Coworking for Business Owners & Founders

1. No Long-Term, Personally Guaranteed Lease
   Many business owners hesitate to commit to a long-term commercial lease, which often requires a personal guarantee. Coworking spaces eliminate this concern by offering month-to-month or short-term contracts, providing flexibility without locking you into a multi-year commitment.

2. No Business Credit or Financial History? No Problem!
   For newer businesses, establishing credit and financial history can be difficult. Coworking spaces don’t require the extensive credit checks or upfront capital investments needed for traditional office leases, allowing you to focus on growth rather than logistics.

3. Upfitting and Maintenance Costs
   Upfitting your own office space can be expensive. With coworking, businesses avoid costly renovations, equipment purchases, and ongoing maintenance expenses. Everything from high-speed internet to comfortable, ergonomic furniture is ready to go from day one.

4. Flexibility to Scale
   As your business grows—or contracts—coworking spaces offer the flexibility to scale your workspace needs. Add more desks or offices as your team expands, or downsize without the financial strain of unused space.

5. Save on Overhead
   According to Global Workplace Analytics, businesses can save up to $11,000 per employee per year on real estate costs with hybrid work models, and LiquidSpace reports that businesses can save up to 80% by switching to coworking spaces. With these savings, companies can invest more in growth and development rather than overhead.

Coworking is the Future of Work

Coworking is more than just a cost-saving solution—it’s a dynamic way to build a flexible, scalable, and collaborative business. With the ability to adapt to your team’s changing needs, coworking spaces provide an inspiring environment for creativity, productivity, and professional growth. Whether you need a dedicated workspace, a meeting hub, or one-off solutions, coworking offers the flexibility and community modern businesses need to thrive.

We make it easy for your team to work, meet, and grow. Connect with us today.