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Marianna Soper | Thrive Coworking Gainesville GA

April 14, 2025 by Rose

North Georgia Business Radio

Marianna Soper | Thrive Coworking Gainesville GA

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What if the secret to growing your business isn’t working harder… but working around the right people?

That’s exactly what happened when host Phil Bonelli discovered Thrive CoWorking in Gainesville — a vibrant space where productivity, creativity, and connection collide.

Thrive Gainesville: Where Business, Community, and Productivity Meet

In today’s fast-paced, hybrid work world, finding the perfect balance between productivity and community can be a challenge—unless you’ve discovered Thrive Gainesville. During this episode of North Georgia Business Radio, Community Manager Marianna Soper shared how Thrive Gainesville is redefining co-working spaces for entrepreneurs, remote workers, and growing businesses.

Since its start in 2015, Thrive has expanded rapidly across the Southeast and beyond, with locations from Georgia to Montana. But Gainesville’s location, nestled on the beautiful downtown square, offers more than just desks and Wi-Fi—it’s a vibrant hub for connection, collaboration, and business growth.

Thrive Gainesville provides flexible workspaces, including 40 private offices, open co-working areas, phone booths, meeting rooms, and even a podcast studio. Members enjoy 24/7 access, high-speed internet, complimentary coffee, and regular networking events that foster genuine relationships — not just business cards.

Marianna highlighted how Thrive isn’t just a place to work—it’s a place to thrive. From solopreneurs seeking focus outside their home office to teams downsizing traditional office space, Thrive offers a dynamic environment that encourages productivity and creativity. The month-to-month leases, modern amenities, and a strong sense of community make it an ideal solution for today’s flexible workforce.

Whether you need a professional space for a day, a private office without long-term commitment, or a spot to grow your business alongside like-minded professionals, Thrive Gainesville delivers. Plus, with locations across multiple states, members can tap into Thrive’s expansive network wherever they travel.

Looking for more than just office space? Thrive Gainesville offers the energy, support, and connections that make everyday work extraordinary. As Marianna says, it’s like working from home—but so much better.

Discover how you can boost your productivity and build lasting connections at Thrive Coworking.

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Highlights of the Show:

00:31 – Meet Marianna Soper & Thrive Gainesville
Phil Benelli introduces Marianna Soper, Community Manager, and dives into how Thrive helps professionals do more than just work—thrive!

03:44 – Thrive’s Impressive Growth Story
Marianna shares how Thrive expanded from Alpharetta to multiple states, offering flexible co-working solutions nationwide.

05:27 – Membership Options & Modern Amenities
Explore Thrive’s flexible memberships, private offices, meeting rooms, and perks like phone booths, coffee, and a podcast studio.

07:23 – Community, Networking, and Member Perks
Monthly events, happy hours, catered lunches, and surprise treats—how Thrive fosters real connections beyond the workspace.

11:08 – The Power of Human Connection at Work
How simply being around like-minded professionals boosts productivity, accountability, and creates unexpected friendships.

13:31 – Location, Convenience & a Home Away from Home
Thrive’s prime spot on Gainesville’s square offers walkability, a kitchenette, and the vibe of working from home—but better.

16:10 – Marianna’s Journey to Finding Her Perfect Role
From teaching and motherhood to community management—how Marianna found a career that matches her passion for people and service.

18:43 – Meeting Spaces & Podcast Studio for All
Businesses don’t need a membership to book Thrive’s professional meeting rooms or fully-equipped podcast studio.

25:03 – 24/7 Access: Work When Inspiration Strikes
Thrive members enjoy round-the-clock access—ideal for flexible schedules, weekend productivity, or even family Pac-Man sessions!

28:31 – Fun Stories: Groundhogs, Beer Fridges & Business Growth
Marianna shares memorable moments—from surprise animal visitors to members “graduating” into private offices as their businesses grow.

32:20 – Why Co-Working is the Future of Work
Post-COVID trends have shifted businesses toward flexible spaces—Thrive offers the perfect solution for hybrid and remote teams.

36:08 – Best Practices for Thriving in a Co-Working Space
Tips on respecting shared spaces, embracing community, and maximizing the benefits of working at Thrive Gainesville.

38:57 – Is Thrive Right for You? (Spoiler: Yes!)
Why Thrive is ideal for solopreneurs, small teams, and anyone needing flexible, inspiring workspace without long-term commitments.

39:05 – A Fun Wrap-Up: Chickens, Pizza & Sparkle Time
The episode ends on a playful note with a custom rap, showcasing Thrive’s vibrant culture and Marianna’s dynamic community spirit.

Deborah Lanham with the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, Jessica Onorato with NorthPoint Executive Suites, and Casey Frames with Roswell Infiniti

May 10, 2016 by Mike

North Fulton Business Radio

Deborah Lanham with the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, Jessica Onorato with NorthPoint Executive Suites, and Casey Frames with Roswell Infiniti

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John Ray, Deborah Lanham, Casey Frames, Jessica Onorato, Mike Sammond

Deborah Lanham/Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce

The mission of the Greater North Fulton Chamber is to be the catalyst for economic development, business growth, and quality of life in North Fulton. The GNFCC promotes the interests of their members by assuming a leadership role in making North Fulton an excellent place to work, live, play and stay. They provide one voice for all local businesses to influence decision makers, recommend legislation, and protect the valuable resources that make North Fulton a popular place to live.

Jessica Onorato/NorthPoint Executive Suites

At NorthPoint Executive Suites, they believe every professional deserves top quality in every aspect of their business. They have committed themselves to equipping them with the tools needed for their success. They are proud to offer the best quality in technology, amenities, meeting rooms, environment, and service. Their staff is committed to serve their clients. The support you will receive at NorthPoint Executive Suites is second to none. NorthPoint’s on demand support team will save you time and money as they deal with the everyday typical “housecleaning” tasks of running an office for you. They pride themselves on running a seamless business center with exceptional reliability in the IT department. They take the headache out of the logistics to ensure smooth operation and handle any issues that may arise with urgency allowing you to focus on your business.

Casey Frames/Roswell Infiniti

As one of the nation’s original Infiniti dealers, Roswell Infiniti has witnessed their area’s growth and how today’s customers expect and demand more than ever before. Their goal is to exceed your expectations. Their satisfied customers, many of them repeat customers, come from all over Georgia and the Southeast because buying or leasing a new Infiniti from Roswell Infiniti is both a pleasant and rewarding experience.

Robin Reece with Robin Reece Productions, Marjorie Dykes with The 1818 Club, and Don Maxwell and Lonnie Allen with M2 Asset Services

November 12, 2015 by Mike

Gwinnett Business Radio

Robin Reece with Robin Reece Productions, Marjorie Dykes with The 1818 Club, and Don Maxwell and Lonnie Allen with M2 Asset Services

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Gwinnett Business Radio - November 12, 2015 — Mike Sammond, Lonnie Allen, Robin Reece, Marjorie Dykes, Don Maxwell, Steven Julian

Robin Reece/Robin Reece Productions

Looking for a female voice with a touch of Southern? Well, stop right now! You found one in Robin Reece Productions. Need copywriting for your business venture? Need help with something to say or sell on the Web? You need a competent, experienced, affordable voice that can write. That’s where Robin comes in. If it’s important to you, it’s important. When the best and the most expensive are not synonyms.

Marjorie Dykes/The 1818 Club

Located atop the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce building, The 1818 Club is the perfect destination for private dining, corporate events, and social gatherings. Voted “Best Power Lunch & Meeting Place” by Gwinnett Magazine, The 1818 Club has over 750 of the county’s top business, academic, and community leaders. Members can enjoy their 100-seat fine dining room, bar & grill, eight private meeting rooms, and a 220-seat grand ballroom. Named after the year in which Gwinnett County received its charter, The 1818 Club is a member-owned, private dining and meeting venue that provides the best in food, service and meeting accommodations for its members. The 1818 Club strives to make your business their pleasure!

Don Maxwell & Lonnie Allen/M2 Asset Services

M2 Asset Services was founded in 2014 by Melva Wagner and Don Maxwell. They are a minority-owned company with an extensive nationwide network of professionals and organizations coming together to provide “quality home ownership opportunities to consumers”.

M² provides non-profit organizations with end-to-end default and asset management services. Through their client practices, high touch approach and proprietary expertise, M² ensures superior service while maintaining a personal connection with non-profit organizations, funding partners, financial institutions, real estate service providers, and the consumer.

M²offers a highly effective combination of asset management services and multi-faceted solutions to non-profit organizations to ensure their success of managing properties from acquisition through resale.

CLICK HERE to watch this program on YouTube.

Bill Grodnik with DaVinci Virtual Offices & DavinciMeetingRooms.com

July 1, 2014 by angishields

BRX National

Bill Grodnik with DaVinci Virtual Offices & DavinciMeetingRooms.com

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Bill Grodnik with DaVinci Virtual Office Solutions and DaVinciMeetingRooms.com is special guest on Atlanta Legal Experts today. As CEO of Davinci Virtual Offices and Davinci Meeting Rooms he is responsible for overseeing the growth and marketing strategy of both companies. Mr. Grodnik was previously President of Davinci International, a business center operator in four western states. Prior to creating the Davinci brand, Mr. Grodnik was President of HQ Business Centers of Arizona, where he held the franchise rights to the HQ Business Centers. Mr. Grodnik has an extensive background in finance and Management and was previously the Chairman of Board and CFO of American Traffic Systems. ATS was the first provider in the US of automated enforcement devices including Red Light and Speed Cameras. Mr. Grodnik earned a B.S (cum laude) in Business from Arizona State University.

Bill explains on the show that he originally worked for a privately held Executive Suite firm. Due to the high demand of clients/prospects asking for locations outside the company’s area, Bill started to see the vision of the Virtual offices going global. Years ago, it was necessary for professionals in the legal world to have a full-time office. Now, with the ever changing society, most professionals/entrepreneurs are mobile, including Solo-practice firms and Law School Graduates starting their practice. The high demand now is to meet the needs of the mobile worker. So, Bill developed www.DaVinciVirtual.com. He became partners with small Executive Suites firms like his all over the country and eventually the world to make this happen. It’s an easy site to find an address a place to meet your clients anywhere in the world.

A few years in, Bill began to see the need for more meeting space arise, hence the development of www.DaVinciMeetingRooms.com. The mobile entrepreneur needs places to meet clients more than anything else. The need for an address is big, but not as big as a place to work/meet your clients. This website Bill developed addressed these particular needs for the modern professional.

To summarize, I believe the show focused on his ingenuity, vision, and success in helping meet the demand of the current market for attorneys and the simplicity of making it happen for them.

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Maria de la Guardia with Assisted Living Locators and Luis Hernandez with Regus Business Centers

May 15, 2014 by Mike

Gwinnett Business Radio

Maria de la Guardia with Assisted Living Locators and Luis Hernandez with Regus Business Centers

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Mike Sammond, Maria de la Guardia, Luis Hernandez, Steven Julian

Maria de la Guardia/Assisted Living Locators

Assisted Living Locators is a free service for seniors and their families to help explore and understand elder care options, senior housing and resources. They will be at your side advocating for you and helping you feel comfortable and “at home” with the decision you make. They are locally owned and operated and experts at what they do.

Luis Hernandez/Regus Business Centers

Regus is the world’s largest global provider of flexible workspace with 1,800 locations in 600 cities in 100 countries. They help more than a million customers work more effectively – to work their way – every day. Their products and services allow their customers to concentrate on their core business, and use their talents to best effect. Whether it’s a larges global corporate business or an entrepreneur with an idea, Regus helps businesses and individuals be more flexible, more cost-effective and more agile – and better able to face the unexpected challenges of business in the 21st century.