Launch Pad’s creative and collaborative coworking space sets sights on economic impact in the city of Stockton.
National coworking network Launch Pad proudly opened its newest location in Stockton on June 1, 2019.
Launch Pad’s flagship location opened in New Orleans in 2009 and, after closing seed round funding to grow its national network, has since opened locations in Newark, Nashville and Memphis in the last year-with Stockton being the next city where Launch Pad will provide world-class coworking space, resources and community to help entrepreneurs and small businesses grow and thrive.
Through this acquisition, Launch Pad will bring their proven model of funding, business growth support and technical assistance and national networking opportunities for small businesses that are part of the coworking space.
“Launch Pad has over 10 years of proven success building strong entrepreneurial ecosystems in the cities where they open their doors and I know that Launch Pad Stockton will be no exception. Launch Pad’s decision to open in the city of Stockton validates our hard work and commitment to creating a vibrant and thriving business environment in Stockton,” said Mayor Michael D. Tubbs.
As part of this expansion, Launch Pad will be investing in upgrading the former Huddle space and will bring their national network of resources and talent into the heart of the Belding Building for all community members to leverage.
“Opening a Launch Pad in Stockton is a crucial part of our growth strategy. Stockton is building momentum and we are eager to create a hub for entrepreneurship within the city. Mayor Michael Tubbs recognizes the power of supporting entrepreneurship as a catalyst for a stronger economy, and is championing this on the national stage,” said Chris Schultz, CEO of Launch Pad. “With the city’s proximity to the Bay Area, its historic downtown and the strong community fabric of the Stocktonians we’ve met over the last six months, we are big believers in the future of this city.”