1 Workspace ENCOURAGE AND SUPPORT DEVELOPMENT OF CREATIVE SPACES. Creative spaces, such as co-working spaces, accelerators, makerspace, and hybrid concepts, are thriving in the United States. These spaces are expected to continue growing as businesses and entrepreneurs rethink the traditional work environment. The Manchester market has a makerspace, Manchester Makerspace, and coworking space, WBC Office Suites, Red Oak Coworking Offices, Cooperative Office, Game Assembly (for gaming development), and Spark Offices. All are located in downtown Manchester. The demand is fueled by the combination of the following: • Independent entrepreneurs who desire flexible space; • Emerging young professionals, especially those attracted by the existing technology and innovation companies, and • A strong healthcare market that may spur interest in entrepreneurial opportunities serving the medical community of Manchester.
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Coworking facilities in cities and towns across the U.S. offer a variety of spaces for collaborating with teams or working independently.