The GCUC Experience
Over three days, you’ll immerse yourself in a mix of activities designed to connect, inspire and educate. From the moment you arrive at our welcome reception, you’ll be surrounded by fellow coworking enthusiasts, ready to engage in peer-to-peer discussions, expert-led sessions, and roundtable debates. Our tracks ensure there’s something for everyone, whether you’re a coworking owner, developer, landlord, industry newcomer or shared workspace enthusiast.
But it’s not all work and no play.
Our themed parties and happy hours provide the perfect backdrop for networking in a relaxed setting. Enjoy meals with new friends and potential collaborators, and explore an expo showcasing the latest innovations from our valued partners and service providers.
We believe in balancing the entrepreneurial hustle with wellness. Start your mornings with group workouts, and take advantage of our wellness programming throughout the day to keep your mind and body in top form.
Need a quiet moment? Our coworking lounge is the ideal spot to catch up on calls or meetings. Plus, join us for exclusive tours of local coworking spaces, offering a glimpse into the future of workspaces.
Who Should Attend GCUC?
GCUC is designed for a diverse range of professionals within the coworking and flexible workspace industry. GCUC is a best fit for:
Coworking Owners and Operators
Whether you run a single location or a network of spaces, GCUC offers valuable insights, best practices, and innovative ideas to help you grow and future proof your operations.
Developers and Landlords
Discover how to effectively incorporate coworking spaces into your properties and stay ahead of the curve in the evolving real estate landscape.
Aspiring Coworking Entrepreneurs
If you’re new to the industry and looking to start your own coworking space, GCUC provides knowledge, resources, and the connections you need to succeed.
Shared Workspace Enthusiasts
For those passionate about the future of work and the role of shared workspaces, GCUC offers a platform to learn from industry leaders and network with like-minded individuals.
Corporate Real Estate, HR leaders and Workplace Strategists
Understand the latest trends in workplace design and strategy, and explore what makes coworking different. If you have a hybrid environment, coworking/flex should be a part of your solution stack.
Service Providers and Technology Innovators
Showcase your products and services to a captive audience of professionals and decision-makers looking for the latest innovations.
By attending GCUC, you’ll join a community of forward-thinking individuals dedicated to shaping the future of work. Whether you’re looking to expand your network, gain new insights, or find inspiration, GCUC is the perfect place to elevate your coworking journey.
Our Why
At GCUC, our mission is to redefine the future of work by fostering a spirit of collaboration over competition. We believe in the power of meaningful connections. Our conference is designed to connect operators within the workplace hospitality industry with the technology, resources, and partnerships they need to elevate their business operations.
We prioritize interactive programming that promotes personal and professional growth, innovation, mental health, and overall well-being. By championing these values, we aim to combat the loneliness epidemic through connection, modeling the kind of community and relationships we hope our attendees will cultivate in their own spaces. At GCUC, you’ll find inspiration, best practices, and the essential industry resources to ensure your company is set up for success in the ever-evolving world of work.
The Origin of GCUC
Back in 2012, during the buzzing energy of Austin’s SXSW festival, a small but bold idea was born. GCUC founder Liz Elam saw the potential for a gathering that would bring together the brightest minds in the coworking world to share ideas and spark innovation. She reached out to industry pioneers like Adam Neumann of WeWork, Benjamin Dyett of GRIND, Neal Gorenflo of Sharable, and Mark Gilbreth of Liquidspace, inviting them to join her in this ambitious venture. What started as a spark quickly turned into something much bigger.
From those early days in Austin, GCUC has blossomed into a global phenomenon at the crossroads of workplace hospitality, real estate, technology, wellness, and the future of work. We’ve hosted 44+ conferences around the world, connecting over 20,000 people and creating countless “a-ha” moments for coworking enthusiasts, developers, landlords, and industry pros.
Originally known as the Global Coworking Unconference Conference, GCUC has evolved into a dynamic institution both online and in person that champions collaboration, innovation, and community. We’re all about redefining the future of work by fostering meaningful connections and giving our attendees the tools they need to succeed.
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