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Once dubbed a “hackerspace,” the concept of coworking has evolved rapidly over the last two decades. We here at VIDA Coworking see daily just how popular coworking has become. But that wasn’t always the case. Despite a slow start, coworking use surged rapidly over the last decade, growing from 331,000

Join us in getting to know the Raleigh West/East Beaverton neighborhood & local businesses. If you haven’t already heard the buzz, VIDA Coworking’s second location in Beaverton, Oregon, just opened! As excited as we are to meet new VIDA Members, we’re equally excited to get to know our neighbors. There

The VIDA community is full of Members with incredible backgrounds and skill sets – many of which can support fellow Members in their work and life pursuits. VIDA Member Janelle Fitzpatrick, CPCC Life/Leadership Coach, is one of those special Members who can help others transform their lives.  Trained through the

Let’s create a better work-life balance for fulfilling, productive days ahead. The grueling days of “all work, no play” are behind us. It’s a silver lining from the pandemic. But maintaining a fulfilling work-life balance can be difficult, especially as a remote worker. Career and home can blend together, making

VIDA Coworking’s owner talks all things VIDA, plus her experience as a thriving entrepreneur. If you know Melanie Marconi, the founder of VIDA Coworking, you know she’s an incredibly driven small business owner. Even better, she’s one with a magnetically charming personality. Those around her can easily see the impact

We’re making and planting “Seed Bombs” to teach kiddos about our local food system. Here in Portland, Oregon, we love honoring nature. That includes teaching kids about our local food system and the importance of wholesome nutritious foods. But the key for little ones is to make it fun and

Make the most of the season’s sunshine with these Portland, Oregon, summer activities  We all know it’s coming (and can’t wait for it to finally arrive). Summertime! We here at VIDA Coworking are ready for all that summer has in store. The sunny walks, melty ice cream cones, upbeat festivals… 

Here’s what made Members fall in love with our one-of-a-kind coworking space.  It’s no secret VIDA Coworking loves its Members. For them, we worked hard to create the downtown coworking space of their dreams. From our robust list of amenities to our VIDA Marche, a local artisan shop within the

Spring into a new season with these budding events.  Signs of spring are popping up all over Portland, Oregon, right now: beautiful blooms, greener grass and, of course, those April showers. We’re sure you agree with us here at VIDA Coworking that we’re officially ready to live that springtime lifestyle. 

Take advantage of these 8 small business tax breaks this year and beyond. Tax day is just around the corner – a deadline small business owners dread.  Filing tax returns… Making reconciliations… Seeking every opportunity to avoid unnecessary tax payments…  But it doesn’t have to be quite so stressful. You