CoOffice Connect

I thought long and hard about joining a co-​office and I’m so glad I did! Every time I walk into Co-​Office Connect I am welcomed with an enthusiastic greeting. Both of the owners are alway open to questions from tech support to local resources and so much more. They have even proof read several of my documents! The space is very clean and comfortable. There is always coffee and hot water for tea ready and waiting. The other members are very friendly too, and I have made several good business contacts.
If your looking for a space outside you home to work, this is it!
(They are also perfect for meetings, small seminars and events.)

Okay, checklist time:
Solid, fast wifi connection? Check.
Free shared printer/​copier/​fax? Check.
Break room w/​free coffee & tea, microfridge and microwave? Check.
Sleek, urban, yet welcoming environment? Check.
Super easy access to public transit? Check.
A growing network of freelancers to collaborate, brainstorm and network with? Check.
CoOffice Connect has been a great place to work outside of the home and as a change of pace from working at the local coffee shop (there is a great one, The Common Cup, just a block away if you are craving fancy espresso-​based drinks or pastries). As a full member with ²⁴⁄₇ access, I have been able to get out of my tiny apartment when projects have entered crunch time and get tons of work done.
Also, the business is investing in the freelance community — I have partnered with CoOffice and a few other locals to launch the Northside Freelance Network, the first online and in-​person social network and resource site for freelancers and other independent workers on Chicago’s far north side. Come check us out at
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Be sure to drop in to CoOffice and give it a try!

I attended a networking event sponsored by Kudzu at CoOffice Connect tonight. It’s very conveniently located close to the Red Line! Friendly staff and a great setup. Freelancers, if you’re sick of working in your ivory tower, this is a great place to get out of the house, network and get stuff done in the company of others. It’s a great idea for the neighborhood and I hope they do extremely well.
I look forward to visiting again for other events!