SPACE TRAVELER
Helping companies thrive with unique workspace environments, Vic Memenas, C.E.O. of TechSpace since 2011, has a strong passion for the innovative and forward thinking company. Traveling regularly between East and West Coast, he works to stay completely connected with each space. Originally from Birmingham, Michigan, Vic moved to Orange County during the DotCom Era, seeking adventure and the dreams of the internetdriven “New Economy.” A family man, avid golfer and beach lover, he now resides in Laguna Niguel.
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Can you tell us about the position you hold as C.E.O of TechSpace? Vic Memenas: As CEO of TechSpace I am incredibly blessed to run an organization focused on bringing a great experience to our local business communities. We are extremely customer-focused, providing unique environments for companies to flourish. Our office campuses are creatively charged spaces that, through the spirit of community, bring together some of the best and brightest companies in tech, marketing and finance, amongst others. It’s been great fun expanding our offering in OC, San Francisco and NYC while interacting with our client companies and assisting them in achieving their dreams. Q: TechSpace currently has locations in California and New York. How many are there altogether? VM: We have eight locations total. We recently opened TechSpace San Francisco, which has been enthusiastically received. The space filled in record time with incredible startups and cutting edge tech companies. We open NYC Flatiron on June 2nd. The space is amazing—perhaps our most unique to date. Q: How does each location differ? And is there an overall theme that connects each space? VM: Each site is unique to its geographic environment. The common theme is creatively designed offices and areas that are high-energy, collaborative spaces that promote inspiring ideas, worker productivity and a great sense of community between employees and companies. All of this is delivered with a superior technology platform and no long term commitments. Q: Do you oversee all of these spaces, and if so, do you travel a lot? VM: I do and I travel quite a bit. I love visiting our great locations and meeting with our employees and client companies. It’s the only way to truly understand the markets we are in. I am always looking for new opportunities to improve and grow our business. Q: Pick a destination: OC, LA or NYC. What’s your favorite thing to do there? What about favorite place to dine? VM: That’s a tough one! We are in such great places. I love everything NYC, SF and LA have to offer, but it’s always best to come home to Orange County. I love the outdoors, so given our great weather, you’ll find me on the golf course or at the beach. Best restaurant? I’d have to say Studio at the Montage, but I’ll take an In-N-Out anyday! Q: Tell us about the importance of a physical space in correlation with company culture. VM: I feel it is incredibly important. The space you choose for your office space must reinforce your vision of company culture in order to provide your employees the opportunity to be successful. We attempt to provide a platform from which a business owner can develop and build his or her own culture—typically one that promotes collaboration, communication and productivity. Q: What is the most interesting feature TechSpace offers? VM: Aside from the cool build outs and great tech services, I’d really have to say the community. Surrounding yourself with likeminded people, being able to easily interact with not only your employees but others who are creating and growing businesses is intoxicating. It’s inspiring to be in the middle of all this action. Q: When you’re not overseeing TechSpace, what are you doing for fun? VM: I love sports. I’m quite competitive and that comes out on the golf course. I have three kids so I spend much of my time at their games and practices. As a family our free time is spent at the beach. Doesn’t get much better than that. WRITTEN BY: Alexa Erickson PHOTOGRAPHED BY: Adam Gentry
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