ORCA Coworking began in Mason to provide a workspace beyond the typical remote options. They’ve since opened a Lebanon location and recently partnered with local real estate investor Joseph Bakhit to open a franchise location in Blue Ash. With different tiers of membership and a welcoming modern layout, it’s clear that ORCA wants you to feel comfortable with return visits.
“It fosters a source of community in a professional environment that encourages personal connection and growth,” ORCA Blue Ash Director Joseph tells us.
ORCA offers three types of membership: drop-in, personal desk or private office. Non-member coworking day passes are also available. Members of the Blue Ash location have access to the other ORCA spaces in Mason and Lebanon and vice versa. All three facilities have open office space, shared space, huddle rooms, large meeting rooms with breakout rooms, and full-time personal offices with locking doors. Members also have access to a kitchen with locally roasted coffee, tea and daily snacks.
What truly makes ORCA unique, however, lies in the heart of their mission. As a nonprofit organization, their proceeds go toward mission work locally, nationally and internationally. Sponsored missions include Mason Food Pantry, Luke5Adventures and an Economic Development Center in Jos, Nigeria.
Additionally, ORCA’s attention to quality, cleanliness and connection makes coworking a worthwhile investment in your business’s future. “We strive to provide excellent value while not compromising on the quality of the financial investment,” Joseph explains. “We strive to create a clean, open space for big ideas to come to life.”
ORCA always looks to foster networking and personal growth opportunities for their members. “With a coworking facility, virtually anyone can become your coworker or colleague,” Joseph explains. “I love that thought and strive to create that environment within our center.”
ORCA Blue Ash’s first member Pat Sowell, a USAF and State Department veteran, shares his coworking experience with us.
How did you find out about ORCA Coworking?
While looking for coworking space I came across ORCA's locations in Mason and Lebanon. They looked great, but I didn't want to make the drive from Blue Ash. As I was scrolling through ORCA's page, I saw an address in Blue Ash on the website's footer so I called. I talked to Joseph and ended up being the first tenant in the brand-new space.
How is ORCA different from other office spaces?
The space felt like home from day one, and Joseph's been a big part of that. With three kids, working from home wasn't an option. ORCA Blue Ash had more than enough space to accommodate my needs.
Has working at ORCA been a good investment for your business?
Unless I outgrow the space, I don't see a reason to look elsewhere. It's been a great experience. How do you describe ORCA Coworking to your peers?
The space is very flexible. I needed a private office with decent square footage. They had that. Others who just want a drop-in office or a quiet place to work for the day have that too. It's a welcoming place.
What is your favorite feature that ORCA provides for you?
You can rent square footage anywhere. It's the people that make the space here what it is.
“It fosters a source of community in a professional environment that encourages personal connection and growth,” says ORCA Blue Ash Director, Joseph Bakhit.
