CEO, PREMIER WORKSPACES
WHY: Head of Irvine-based coworking operator that launched in 2002 when The Bascom Group bought American Office Centers’ nine locations out of bankruptcy. Has since been tops in OC for several years with about 450,000 square feet in operation locally.
RECENT: Unlike many other shared space operators, has withstood other downturns unscathed. Still eyeing expansion despite industry headwinds caused by COVID-19, looking at spots vacated by competitors. Also expanding through partnerships with apartment developers, landlords.
QUOTABLE: “As a company, we have a strong track record in this space. We’ve been successful in this area for many years and we commonly partner with landlords in a management or consulting capacity.”
2020 HOBBY: “I used to downhill ski a lot many years ago, but I didn’t ski for 12 years. I started downhill skiing again this year and went to Park City three times and Sun Valley once.”
