This Utah Newcomer Built The East Bench’s Favorite Coworking Spot | Salt Mine Productive Workspace
11/21/24 • 36 min
From an abandoned bowling alley to a thriving entrepreneurial hub, this is the story of how Salt Mine became a cornerstone of Utah's tech community. In this episode, we explore how David Edmunds transformed a haunted house-like space into one of the first major coworking facilities outside of downtown Salt Lake City. Through the lens of Salt Mine's evolution, we get an insider's perspective on Utah's explosive tech growth, the impact of the pandemic on the future of work, and the changing landscape of commercial real estate. David shares fascinating insights from witnessing the WeWork saga unfold, building community in the age of remote work, and helping thousands of entrepreneurs and companies find their footing in Utah's tech ecosystem.
This is Episode 2 of UtahPreneur, where we continue to explore the stories behind Utah's most impactful founders and entrepreneurs. Whether you're interested in the future of work, building meaningful communities, or understanding Utah's unique business culture, this conversation offers valuable insights into what makes the state's entrepreneurial spirit thrive.
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From an abandoned bowling alley to a thriving entrepreneurial hub, this is the story of how Salt Mine became a cornerstone of Utah's tech community. In this episode, we explore how David Edmunds transformed a haunted house-like space into one of the first major coworking facilities outside of downtown Salt Lake City. Through the lens of Salt Mine's evolution, we get an insider's perspective on Utah's explosive tech growth, the impact of the pandemic on the future of work, and the changing landscape of commercial real estate. David shares fascinating insights from witnessing the WeWork saga unfold, building community in the age of remote work, and helping thousands of entrepreneurs and companies find their footing in Utah's tech ecosystem.
This is Episode 2 of UtahPreneur, where we continue to explore the stories behind Utah's most impactful founders and entrepreneurs. Whether you're interested in the future of work, building meaningful communities, or understanding Utah's unique business culture, this conversation offers valuable insights into what makes the state's entrepreneurial spirit thrive.
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