WeWork, WeBuild, WeFund, WePlay WeWork is adding to its concept as a simple and extensive provider of co-working spaces – with a new and more highly supported incubator in London, an opportunity to win a prize and to have access to a funding pot, and a summer camp.

London is the first location for the relaunch of WeWork Labs and its first labs space outside of the United States. WeWork Labs: London Fields is a creator space located in the heart of London’s creative and startup hotbed Hackney. It gives its members exclusive access to targeted events and mentorships, in addition to WeWork’s worldwide network of creators across the globe. It will host 100 members at a preferred rate selected through a carefully curated application and vetting process.

WeWork’s Creator Awards offer UK entrepreneurs the chance to win investment of up to £360,000 and desk space as part of a £16m global funding pot to help small businesses. People who are “making a difference in their communities” and “pursuing their passions”, could apply. All applicants would receive free desk space in its facilities for two days per month for a year. Those who are successful would join the global finals in New York.

For years, one of WeWork’s most iconic events has been in an American summer camp. Members, employees, and guests spend these weekends-in-the-woods ‘from log cabin to lake dock’, making ‘invaluable interactions’ with lasting impact. A quintessentially English country venue for Summer Camp 2017 offers a getaway where individuals and companies of all sizes can come together from around the world to take a break in the great outdoors. The camp provides all-inclusive access to food and drinks, al fresco fitness, networking events, musical performances, relaxation, lake boating, team sports, and creative workshops.

WeWork looks more and more like an incubator every day!

John Whatmore, June 2017