Vancouver's Premier Coworking Space

Empowering Collaboration and Innovation

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HiVE: Vancouver's Premier Coworking Space, Empowering Innovators Since Inception

HiVE is Vancouver's longest standing coworking space, serving as a hub for collaboration and innovation. Since its establishment, HiVE has fostered a vibrant community of entrepreneurs, freelancers, and professionals, providing them with flexible workspace solutions, essential resources, and a supportive environment. Over the years, HiVE has witnessed remarkable growth and achieved numerous milestones, solidifying its position as the go-to destination for individuals and organizations seeking to thrive in the dynamic landscape of coworking.

Our core Values

Close the gap between users and makers

Making a Positive Impact on Society

HiVE is dedicated to creating social change.

Empowering Social Entrepreneurs and Innovators

HiVE provides the resources and support needed for social impact initiatives.

Building a Collaborative Community for Change

HiVE fosters a culture of collaboration and connection among its members.

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Reimagining the Future: Building a Network to Tackle Society's Complex Challenges

At the HiVE, we believe in the power of knowledge, connection, and innovative action. Our vision is to create a network that empowers individuals and organizations to address society's most pressing issues.

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Reiterating Our Mission: Enabling Thriving Social Impact Through Cohesion, Capital, and Resources

At the HiVE, we are dedicated to supporting and amplifying the social impact sector. We provide the social cohesion, human capital, and resources necessary for our members and partners to thrive.

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Building a Strong and Inclusive Community

At the HiVE, we are driven by our core values which guide our actions and shape our community. We believe in creating a safe and inclusive space for all, fostering social and environmental impact through innovation and entrepreneurship, and building a collaborative culture of connection.

Making a Positive Impact Through Collaboration and Innovation

At the HiVE, we are dedicated to fostering a vibrant community of changemakers. With a diverse network of members, we have facilitated countless connections, hosted numerous events, and formed valuable partnerships.

50%

of our members have found new opportunities through HiVE.

50%

of our events have led to meaningful collaborations.

Leadership Team

Our Staff

Monica Al
(She/Her)
Administrator
Leadership Team

Our Board

Ralph Baddour
(He/Him)
President, Board of Directors
Krystle Skuggedal
(She/Her)
Vice-President, Board of Directors
Juliana Craig
(She/Her)
Secretary, Board of Directors
Samantha Radley
(She/Her)
co-Treasurer
Daniel Tkach
(He/Him)
co-Treasurer

Desk Bees

Melissa
(She/Her)
Patrice
(She/Her)
Poonam
(She/Her)
Daniela
(She/Her)
Pras
(He/Him)
Karen
(She/Her)
Jean
(She/Her)
Carlos
(He/Him)

HiVE ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Founding steering committee

Erica Crawford, Nicole Jasinski, Remy Kovacs, Martin Knowles, Matthew Lahey, Jeff Rotin, Jeff Malmgren, Jeremy Murphy, Eesmyal Santos-Brault, Michel Labrie, Tom Wynn, Claudie Bierth, and Maia Love.

Past staff & contributors

Krystal Paraboo, John Fialkowski, Katie Stewart, Maya Goodwill, Sarah Barnes, Nicole Jasinski, Heather Tremain, Tara Geach, Aaron Cruikshank, Margarete Hernandez, Maureen Dickson, Olive Dempsey, Scott Hughes, Ron Kato, MLA, Junxion Strategies, Laura Bethany Soerheide, Marten Sims, Melissa Hope, Kurtis Stewart, Izabella Garcia, Anna Whelan, and Vea Coronado.

Past board members

Erica Crawford, Remy Kovacs, Jeff Rotin, Jeff Malmgren, Michel Labrie, Tom Wynn, Mirjana Galovich, Josh Usher, Marie Roussel, Anthony Taylor, Alan Cheung, Eve Rickert, Denise Dickson, Jackie Kanyuk, Rob Farrow, Eesmyal Santos-Brault, Alicia Medina, Kate Harland, Devon Carr, Andrew Larigakis, Jorge Amigo, Maggie Knight, Landon Hoyt, Janet Webber, Jessica Borich, Bertine Stelzer, Shaheen Chaudhary, Lauren Kelly, Geoff Teoli, Jeremy Murphy, Jonathan Deitcher, Jenna McNeil, Chad Rickaby, Geoff Pitfield, Ryan Nussbacher, Ruby Alcantara, Mouli Srini, Cherrie Lam, and Le-Roy Karunaratne.

Original founders

Vancity, Recollective, Vancouver Design Nerds, Brenda Martens, Eesmyal Santos-Brault, Jeremy Murphy, and Martin Knowles.

Land Acknowledgement

What is colonially known as Vancouver is the traditional and ancestral lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. The HiVE acknowledges the deep privilege we have to work and collaborate in this unsurrendered land and we are committed to the ongoing work of decolonization and allyship.

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