The Office Group co-founders discuss how community has always been at the heart of the business and why they decided to sell the company for £500m.

The Small Business Sessions (S3E5): Collaboration, community and building a £500m workplace giant

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 from Enterprise Nation and powered by Xero is back for another inspiring episode.

Every week, Enterprise Nation founder Emma Jones MBE speaks to entrepreneurs and experts about starting and growing a successful business.

Charlie Green and Olly Olsen worked for serviced office properties but recognised that the industry needed a modern shake-up.

, which has over 15,000 members working across 33 buildings, 31 of which are in London, with six more due to open next year.

In this podcast, Charlie and Olly discuss how community has always been at the heart of the business, their tips for running a business with a friend and why they decided to sell the company for £500m.

Charlie Green and Olly Olsen on how community has always been at the heart of their business, The Office Group.

I&apos;m a <a href=&apos;https://danmartinuk.com/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>freelance journalist and event host</a> who helps small businesses and the organisations that support them. I&apos;m also Enterprise Nation&apos;s news reporter and Bristol Local Leader.
I have 20 years of experience as a small business journalist having interviewed hundreds of entrepreneurs from famous names like Sir Richard Branson and Deborah Meaden to the founders behind brand new start-ups.
I&apos;ve worked for a range of leading small business publications and support groups, most recently as head of content at Enterprise Nation where I was responsible for the prolific output of content on the company&apos;s blog and social media. I now freelance for Enterprise Nation as the website&apos;s <a href=&apos;https://www.enterprisenation.com/business-news&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>news reporter</a> and as the host of the <a href=&apos;https://www.enterprisenation.com/podcast&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>Small Business sessions podcast</a>.
I&apos;m based in Bristol where I run and host regular events with the local small business community in my role as Enterprise Nation&apos;s Local Leader for Bristol. I also have strong connections with other major business organisations in the south west region.
In total, I&apos;ve hosted over 100 events including conferences with an audience of hundreds for international brands like Xero and Facebook and live web chats from inside 10 Downing Street.
With my partner, I co-run <a href=&apos;https://www.lifestyledistrict.co.uk/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>Lifestyle District</a>, a lifestyle blog focused on culture, art, theatre and photography.

Freelance content creator & event host

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?? Award-winning Wedding Photographer ?? | Marketing &amp; PR Consultant ?? | Entrepreneur ?? | Business Coach ??
?? Featured in over 40 Magazines &amp; Online Publications ?? | Guardian&apos;s Best New Start-Up Nominee ?? | BBC Radio Speaker ???
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Ten years ago, I embarked on a business journey that transformed my life, as a single mother transitioning from corporate life to a solitary home office. Loneliness loomed, but adversity fueled my entrepreneurial spirit. With unwavering determination, I defied the odds, forging a path to success. Today, I have proudly founded and manage four thriving businesses, a testament to the resilience that adversity can inspire.
?? My Passion &amp; Expertise ??
I&apos;m deeply passionate about empowering female entrepreneurs. Drawing from a decade of triumphs as a successful businesswoman, I relish guiding clients, audiences, and networks towards their full potential. My toolkit is rich with proven marketing, business, and coaching strategies.
Before my entrepreneurial journey, I carved a prosperous path in marketing and PR within the arts, music, and education sectors for a decade. Today, my CV echoes an eclectic blend of skills and experiences.
?? Why I&apos;m Your Ideal Marketing Consultant/Agency ??
?? A Proven Track Record: I&apos;ve achieved the pinnacle of success in my photography career, winning the prestigious &apos;Top 50 UK Wedding Photographers&apos; award four years running. My marketing and PR expertise has garnered recognition, including a nomination for The Guardian&apos;s Best New Start-Up Award.
?? 15+ Years of Business Wisdom: My 15-year journey as a businesswoman and marketing expert is an invaluable resource. I&apos;ve walked the path of adversity, self-launching my business while juggling single parenthood. This experience has honed my ability to navigate challenges and transform startups into six-figure success stories.&nbsp;
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?? My Mentoring Impact ??
As a coach and mentor, I&apos;ve positively impacted over 1000 individuals online or in person, from work-experience students to refugees, start-ups, and established businesses. Over 90% of these talents are female or female-founded enterprises.
Moreover, I&apos;ve secured funding for various community art projects dedicated to female empowerment and orchestrated PR campaigns that earned coveted press, TV, and radio features.
?? Beyond Business ??
When I&apos;m not transforming businesses and lives, I cherish moments with my husband, and our three wonderful children. Long Dartmoor or seafront walks are my cherished moments of relaxation.
Let&apos;s shape success together! ????

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The Small Business Sessions (S3E5): Collaboration, community and building a £500m workplace giant

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