The flexible workspace industry will gather in Chicago from October 14 to 17 for the annual Global Workspace Association (GWA) Conference, an invaluable event designed to bring together operators, landlords, occupiers, and service providers for four days of learning, networking, and industry advancement.
Celebrating over 30 years as a non-profit backbone for the flexible office sector, GWA provides a platform where professionals can explore business-building strategies and stay ahead. This year’s conference promises a packed agenda focused on innovation, collaboration, and the future of flexible work.
What to Expect
The conference kicks off on October 14 with an evening welcome reception aimed at encouraging connections among attendees.
Day two opens with a networking breakfast and a keynote address from leading voices in the industry. Throughout the day, participants will dive into breakout sessions and can explore the exhibit hall. The evening highlights include the CMAwards ceremony, celebrating excellence and achievements within the community.
On day three, attendees will continue engaging with expert-led roundtable sessions and have multiple opportunities to connect with peers. The day ends on a high note with the GWA After Party, offering a chance to relax and deepen professional relationships in a casual setting.
The final day, October 17, will feature exclusive tours of some of Chicago’s most innovative coworking spaces, providing firsthand insights into cutting-edge workspace design and management.
These tours offer practical inspiration to round out the conference experience.
Who’s Speaking
The event will showcase a diverse group of thought leaders and industry experts, providing attendees with a chance to learn from the forefront of flexible workspace innovation.
🔑 Keynote Speakers
- Anna Squires Levine — President, Industrious
- John Santora — Chief Executive Officer, WeWork
🎤 A Few of the Speakers
- Ben Wright — Global Head of Partnerships, The Instant Group
- Christine Wyckoff — Head of Americas Flexible Office Services, Cushman & Wakefield
- Flip Howard — CEO, Lucid Private Offices
- Giovanni Palavicini — Executive Director, GWA
- Jamie Russo — CEO, Everything Coworking
- Javier Garcia Iza — CEO, IOS Offices
- Mark Gilbreath — CEO/Skipper, LiquidSpace
- Sam Rosen — Co-Founder, Deskpass
- Stormy McBride — Director of Operations, GCUC
- Willie Gutierrez — President, Premier Workspaces
🗣️ Roundtable Leaders
- Caroline Van den Eynde — Marketing Manager, iQ Offices
- Christmas Marquez — Flexspace AI
- DeShawn Brown — CEO & Founder, Coworks
- Francesco Decamilli — Founder & CEO, Uniti AI
- Grant Philipp — CEO & Founder, Property Hub
- Juan Hilario — Marketplace Operations Manager, Alliance Virtual Offices
- Michael Kloppenburg — VP, Flexible Office Solutions, Avison Young
- Patrice Meagher — Founder & CEO, MilkMate
- Ryan Harris — Intelligent Office
The GWA Conference continues to serve as an essential gathering for those invested in the future of flexible work, combining education, networking, and real-world insights in a single event.
For more information and registration details, visit the Global Workspace Association’s official website.
