Representing COLABS at the Future Investment Initiative (FII) !
Launched in 2017, the Future Investment Initiative (FII) is an exciting initiative that brings forth some of the brightest change-makers to invest in the future by touching upon solutions pertinent to global issues. A global initiative made for one imperative motive, i.e., Impact on Humanity, the intent is to spawn positive contributions towards critical areas, […]
Young & Spirited – Shahrukh Hamid
One of COLABS’ oldest employees, Shahrukh Hamid, the Community & Sales Manager, lights up any room he walks into. Having joined the organization in 2020 by chance, today he heads a crew of 45. With a background in art and design from Beaconhouse National University (BNU) in Lahore, Shahrukh laughs when he recalls the early […]
A Mentor for All Seasons
On a busy weekday, Khurram Latif, the CX & OD Trainer at COLABS is earnestly speaking to his team of young crew members about the importance of making women feel safe at work. “You must be polite and respectful,” Khurram says, “Make eye contact once, acknowledge what someone’s asking or telling you, but don’t continue […]
“Women Shouldn’t Shy Away From Leadership Positions” – Shahla Lal
Born and raised in Sadiqabad, Rahim Yar Khan, 31-year-old Shahla Lal was drawn to sports from a young age. The baseball team captain in school and a tennis player to boot, she often found her calling on the sports ground, participating in, and winning, a series of inter-school competitions. In fact, once years ago, a […]
Why Coworking is Perfect For Gen Z
Gen Z is known for its tech-savvy, go-getter attitude, excellent influencing skills, and social media expertise. They are THE go-to people in this new age of social media because of their vast internet knowledge. According to the Pew Research Center, Gen Z is born after 1996, so they are in their early-mid-20s. They are known […]
COLABS Fundraise
Announcing our $3 million fundraise led by Indus Valley Capital, Fatima Gobi Ventures, and Zayn Capital The way we work is continuously changing. Today’s unconventional working methods didn’t exist a few years ago. Companies are changing their working patterns to allow a more flexible environment that increases productivity and employee satisfaction. COLABS facilitates businesses by […]
How are the women of COLABS redefining our #FutureOfWork
Women and their fight for the right to go to work is a century-old struggle, and while it is disappointing to realize that the fight still isn’t over, we have seen women rise to claim their right to work over the past few decades, especially in Pakistan. Being a developing country, Pakistan is thriving in […]
Why COLABS Enterprise is perfect for your company
With nearly 700 members and 100+ companies across multiple facilities in Lahore, COLABS is the fastest growing flexible workspace in the country. But what if we tell you we are expanding even further? COLABS Enterprise is the ultimate extension and expansion that COLABS has been envisioning for the past few months now. While the long-term […]
The Future of Hybrid Coworking Spaces after COVID
One of the major COVID-19’s effects had been the complete online shift of workspaces. This had called for rapid changes at work, giving people little to no time in adjusting to the new normal of working remotely. Presently, however, the workspace situation has transformed into something new – hybrid. A hybrid model does not only […]
Consumer Experience Guide for Choosing a Coworking space
What came first, the brand perception or the consumer experience? The customer journey experience plays an integral part in ensuring the success of your business; it translates into the perception of your brand. The better the perception, the better the business. Therefore, curating a seamlessly tailored experience for your customers is pertinent to inducing a […]