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52 – Stacy Kessler on Building a Thriving Coworking Community

Stacy Kessler

August 1, 2016 By Patrick McGilvray

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Stacy Kessler is the owner/operator of Platform 53 – a community-focused coworking space in Covington Kentucky. Stacy is a true entrepreneur – she also runs her own independent consulting firm specializing in customer experience and brand strategy.

Suggested Interview

Stacy wants to hear from the guys over at Madtree Brewing Company. They are an authentic brand and have seen massive success in the last four years. It would be great to hear their story for sure!

Call to Action

Ask for help! We entrepreneurs are so good at doing everything ourselves that it can really bog us down. If we want to create a thriving business, we simply cannot, and should not, be doing everything ourselves. And try to partner up with people who complement your skills and you personality. It’s not just ‘people’ you need to help you – it’s the right people.

Remarkable Brand of the Week

Stacy’s remarkable brand of the week is Hotel Covington. Hotel Covington focuses on local – local suppliers, outfitters, and dining experiences. You can feel it in all 114 guestrooms, unique restaurants, intimate lounge spaces and outdoor courtyards. With vintage touches and modern tailoring, the Hotel Covington sings in style, character and comfort.

Links

You can learn more about Platform 53 on their website. They are on Twitter too. Send Stacy an email and say “thanks!” Her personal website can be found here.

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Filed Under: Podcast Tagged With: community, coworking, entrepreneur, solopreneur

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  1. Stacy Kessler says

    August 5, 2016 at 5:01 pm

    I love connecting with people and chatting about awesome things going on in this community, so if anyone is ever interested in a coffee date, stopping by Platform 53, or showing me what you’re up to, please don’t hesitate to reach out. You can send me a note through my personal or business website: stacykessler.me or platform53.com . I’d love to hear from you!

    Thanks so much for featuring me on your podcast, Patrick! It was so fun talking with you!

    • Patrick McGilvray says

      August 6, 2016 at 10:06 am

      You are doing some really amazing things for this community Stacy! Thanks for sharing your story!

  2. Gemma Reeves says

    October 23, 2016 at 7:44 am

    The co-working industry has really been growing steadily. It’s good to know that there are more options now for businesses that are limited by their budget. Co-working is also a great way for professionals to learn from each other as it opens the doors to a fun and fascinating environment.

    • Patrick McGilvray says

      October 25, 2016 at 11:45 am

      I agree Gemma! It’s all about building community!

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