UrbanWork Spaces

11/14/2025

Yesterday’s grand opening of UrbanWork 1102 Broadway was nothing short of amazing — and it’s all thanks to YOU.

Our guests brought incredible energy to and we’re feeling more inspired than ever by Tacoma’s growing business community.

Big shoutout to Outer Dark Coffee and Odd Otter Brewing Company for keeping everyone happy and hydrated.
And of course — congratulations to Zach Bowman of Bowman Construction Consulting, winner of our raffle giveaway!

We're just getting started and can’t wait to continue growing with you.

10/23/2025

We had such a great time celebrating with our members yesterday — from trivia and spiked hot cider to plenty of laughs, it was the perfect midweek break.

Congratulations to Puneet Bsanti from The News Tribune for taking home the Outer Dark Coffee gift card for winning trivia!

Big thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this event so fun. We love seeing our community come together. Can’t wait to do it all again at our Christmas Party in December!

08/18/2025

Grit City Gala – A Farm-to-Table Feast for a Cause ✨
Join us August 21 for an unforgettable evening under the lights of Dine on Broadway (9th–11th). Enjoy a multi-course, family-style dinner crafted by Chef Jan Parker, paired with fine wine, craft cocktails, and the best of our local harvest.

🎟 Tickets: $125 | 21+ Event
⏰ 6:00 – 9:00 PM | Downtown Tacoma
📍 Proceeds benefit Tacoma Farmers Market, fueling our local food community.

Eat local. Drink local. Support local. ❤️

08/13/2025

Becca isn’t just UrbanWork’s Community Manager. She’s the friendly face who greets you at the door, the person who solves problems before you even notice them, and one of the biggest supporters of local businesses in Tacoma.

“I love the opportunity UrbanWork gives not just to our members, but to the whole city. We’re revitalizing downtown one business at a time.”

From running the weekly market to helping members feel at home, Becca keeps our coworking community thriving.

Come by and see her in action at the UrbanWork Market every Thursday, 10 AM to 2 PM, at the UrbanWork Rhodes Center, 950 Broadway in
Downtown Tacoma.

08/08/2025

New Episode Alert!
We sat down with Pam Beal and Malakay Betor from RadioTacoma 101.9 to talk about grassroots media, storytelling, and amplifying community voices.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/2LF13l1GENK1n6JkIljgrb
📺 Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMoPwSNk4ME

Don’t miss this powerful conversation on the latest episode of the UrbanWork Podcast!

We were able to spend sometime with Radio Tacoma, one of our first tenants at UrbanWork Rhodes Center. It was wonderful to learn more about their business a...

07/30/2025

This week’s UrbanWork Market Spotlight: Ev with YourGuidingX!

Ev’s story is one many creatives can relate to:
“I love enamel pins, but no one made them the way I wanted—so I made my own.”
Now, Your GuidingX is a growing business selling bold enamel pins and creative merch at conventions, online, and here at the UrbanWork Market.

“Working from home made it easy to get distracted. UrbanWork gives me a space to stay focused and grow.”

Come meet Ev + shop dozens of local vendors every Thursday from 10AM–2PM at UrbanWork Rhodes Center (950 Broadway, Tacoma).

https://yourguidingx.shop/

Tacoma Rising
Tacoma Public Schools
City of Tacoma Government

07/22/2025

🏡 This week’s Market Spotlight: Myka Baker, Lani Fisher

Myka is a new but fast-growing real estate agent with Lani Fisher Homes, a team serving buyers and sellers across .

She joined UrbanWork to connect, grow her brand, and lean into Tacoma’s supportive business community.
“There are so many resources here—and so many people ready to help,” she says.

Come meet Myka and other small business vendors every Thursday from 10AM–2PM at UrbanWork Rhodes Center (950 Broadway, Tacoma).

We’re also proud to be partnering with Tacoma Public Schools through the program this summer. Empowering youth, building connections, and supporting our members—it’s what UrbanWork is all about.

Tacoma Rising, J Squared Investments, Downtown Tacoma Partnership , Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber

07/15/2025

⚽️ UrbanWork Market Spotlight: Soccer Shots Tacoma

Not every business needs cubicles and conference calls to thrive. Soccer Shots Tacoma is bringing youth soccer to parks, childcare centers, and after-school programs throughout our city and they’re calling UrbanWork Rhodes Center home. 🧡

Will from Soccer Shots shares:
💬 “We bring soccer to families. You don’t need to rush after work—we’ll come to your child.”

This week’s Market Spotlight reminds us that coworking isn’t just about desk space, it’s about the connections that happen between meetings, in the hallway, or during a Thursday market. You never know who you’ll meet… or where the conversation will take you.

📍Join us Thursdays from 10AM–2PM
📍UrbanWork Rhodes Center, 950 Broadway, Tacoma

Thank you to our partners at City of Tacoma, Tacoma Public Schools, and the amazing vendors who make our community stronger.

07/08/2025

🌟 UrbanWork Market Spotlight: Meet Helen from Tacoma Sister Cities🌍

We’re kicking off our new weekly Market Spotlight series by featuring Helen Milus , a leader in the Tacoma Sister Cities program. 🎨

Helen shares how their youth art contests and international partnerships help students turn their creativity into opportunity. 💼

💬 “We thought this market would be a perfect place for young artists to actually sell their work and find their path forward.”

Come meet the amazing students, vendors, and nonprofit leaders every Thursday from 10AM–2PM right here at UrbanWork Rhodes Center (950 Broadway, Tacoma, WA).

Thank you to City of Tacoma, Tacoma Public Schools, and the incredible Sister Cities network for helping us support the next generation of change-makers.

Tacoma Rising J Squared Investments QRS Tacoma

07/01/2025

Meet Our Summer Interns + Celebrate Community at UrbanWork Market!

We’re thrilled to welcome our newest team members! These dynamic will be working with us all season long to build out the UrbanWork , connect with our vibrant , and help spread the word about what makes the Rhodes Center a unique place to grow a .

Come say hello this Thursday (and every Thursday throughout the summer) at the UrbanWork Market at Rhodes Center! Find us in the lobby at 950 Broadway in Tacoma from 10:00am-2:00pm.

This is where community happens. Whether you're shopping local, exploring Tacoma’s creative scene, or curious about coworking, our doors are open. Stop by and discover the energy of downtown Tacoma—powered by local entrepreneurs, students, and YOU.

Tacoma Public Schools
City of Tacoma
Tacoma Rising
J Squared Investments
Reid Fetters

06/17/2025

🎙️ Member Spotlight | Discover Hope Podcast 🎧

We’re thrilled to celebrate the launch of Discover Hope: Stories of Spoken Hope, created by our very own coworking member, Sarah Koch-Schaapveld!

When life is upended by loss, hardship, or unexpected turns, Sarah shares raw and restorative stories. Inspired by her own journey through grief, Discover Hope offers space for healing and finding breath in the hard moments.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Music, or YouTube, and explore more through her LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/discoverhopepodcast?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=23183e1a-6830-42ce-8f0b-614e0a5852e0

At UrbanWork Rhodes Center, we’re proud to offer Studio One, a turnkey for , , and ready to share their message with the world. From professional equipment to editing services, we make podcasting seamless. With dedicated sound engineer and post production services by QRS Tacoma we have everything you need in one place.

💥 Ready to launch your own show or content series? Join the movement. Email us at [email protected] to learn more.

03/11/2025

🚀 Looking for the perfect City of Tacoma office space? We've got you covered!

Finding the right workspace can make all the difference in your , team , and overall business . That’s why we’ve put together a comprehensive to help you navigate the process. Whether you need a , a flexible space, or a move-in-ready , our latest blog breaks it all down.

🔗 Read more: How to Choose the Perfect Tacoma Office Space https://urbanwork.space/how-to-choose-the-perfect-tacoma-office-space/

At UrbanWork, we’re all about flexibility, , and premium work environments—right in the heart of downtown Tacoma. If you’re exploring options for your next office, let’s connect!

💬 What’s your biggest challenge when choosing an office space? Drop a comment below! ⬇️

Let’s dive into the key factors you need to consider when choosing the perfect office space in