First three innovative Workbar at Staples
locations open at Staples Stores in Greater Boston
Staples, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPLS) and Workbar announced today that
three initial Workbar at Staples locations are now open in the
Greater Boston community.
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From left, Bill Jacobson, CEO and
co-founder, Workbar and Peter Scala, Executive Vice President,
Merchandising, Staples showcase the new Workbar at Staples location
on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2016 in Brighton, Mass. Staples and Workbar
are creating more productive workspaces with coworking locations
within three Massachusetts Staples stores. (Josh Reynolds /AP
Images for Staples)
Staples and Workbar together are creating more productive
workplaces for small business customers, independent professionals,
startups and the growing mobile workforce with the Workbar at
Staples facilities located within redesigned Staples stores. The
innovative collaboration is driving the workplace of the future
where a coworking membership is as common as a gym membership.
Work schedules and environments are changing due to the fact
that 30% of Americans are self-employed (Pew Research Center).
People need new ways to do their work, yet still have a community
interaction with a network of like minded people. Coworking is a
next-gen business service now available at three Staples
locations.
“We’re always looking for ways to support and enhance
productivity for our customers, and teaming up with Workbar allows
us to provide a collaborative, convenient environment where
business people can make their workdays more productive and
enjoyable,” said Peter Scala, executive vice president –
merchandising, Staples. “The new Workbar at Staples locations are
amazing new venues within our stores that provide our business
customers with the creative space, office essentials and support to
run their business or launch a new idea.”
The Workbar at Staples locations are in Danvers, Norwood, and
Brighton, which are north, south and west of Boston. Each of the
2,500 - 3,500 square-foot custom-designed facilities feature a mix
of high-end workspaces, conference rooms, private phone rooms, fast
and secure Wi-Fi, printers, natural light, and bottomless coffee
and tea to keep the connectivity and productivity flowing for
business customers. The vibe is free.
“The new Workbar at Staples locations align so well with our
mission to create a network of high quality workspaces with all the
amenities of an ideal office coupled with a diverse, vibrant
community that enhances our Members’ business and personal lives,”
said Bill Jacobson, CEO and co-founder, Workbar.
Workbar at Staples membership costs $130/month and includes use
of a single Workbar at Staples location and two days access to the
15 other Workbar Network locations throughout greater Boston.
Membership also includes two hours of reservable room access. For
an extra $100, members can purchase an additional 10 hours of
reservable room access. The Workbar at Staples membership offers
unprecedented regional access and value for such a high quality
coworking space. A special $100 per month Founding Member Offer,
including 10 hours of meeting room time, is ongoing for the first
three months, with sign up before Oct. 1, 2016.
Delivering on the value that Workbar offers member in all its
locations, Workbar at Staples locations are operated by Workbar
with access to its in-person and online community – a network that
offers tips and advice, has connected investors and great ideas,
and regularly yields partnerships or job offers. To learn even more
or to schedule a personal tour, please visit us at
www.staples.com/workbar or http://www.workbar.com/staples.
About Staples, Inc.
Staples retail stores and Staples.com help small business
customers make more happen by providing a broad assortment of
products, expanded business services and easy ways to shop, all
backed with a lowest price guarantee. Staples offers businesses the
convenience to shop and buy how and when they want - in store,
online, via mobile or though social apps. Staples.com customers can
either buy online and pick-up in store or ship for free from
Staples.com with Staples Rewards minimum purchase. Expanded
services also make it easy for businesses to succeed with in-store
Business Centers featuring shipping services and products, copying,
scanning, faxing and computer work stations, Tech Services,
full-service Print & Marketing Services, Staples Merchant
Services, small business lending and credit services.
Staples Business Advantage, the business-to-business division of
Staples, Inc., helps mid-market, commercial and enterprise-sized
customers make more happen by offering a curated assortment of
products and services combined with deep expertise, best-in-class
customer service, competitive pricing and state-of-the
art-ecommerce site. Staples Business Advantage is the one-source
solution for all things businesses need to succeed, including
office supplies, facilities cleaning and maintenance, breakroom
snacks and beverages, technology, furniture, interior design and
Print & Marketing Services. Headquartered outside of Boston,
Staples, Inc. operates throughout North and South America, Europe,
Asia, Australia and New Zealand. More information about Staples
(NASDAQ: SPLS) is available at www.staples.com.
About Workbar
Workbar’s focus is creating great places to work that bring the
ideal office to you – convenient, affordable, and populated by a
friendly mix of motivated professionals. Our growing network of
high quality coworking office spaces offers independent
professionals, small businesses, startups, remote teams, and other
mobile professionals a mix of comfortable work and meeting spaces
and amenities so you can make the most of your work day.
Workbar’s hub-and-spoke network is connecting urban centers to
well-placed suburban locations, making coworking more connected,
convenient, and local. Our robust digital presence and active
events calendar supports interaction and community both online and
in person; members share tips, ideas, and recommendations, identify
the right tools and talent, and are inspired to do great work. Find
out more at www.workbar.com.
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Staples, Inc.Carrie McElwee,
508-253-1405Carrie.McElwee@Staples.com
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