Big White tries a new idea
Rob Gibson – July 31, 2022 / 04:00 | History: 377876
Photo: Great White
Big White Ski Resort is trying a new way to bring more people to the mountain.
The complex will host a co-working event for the first time at the end of August which is expected to attract working people.
The Big White and Boundary Country Regional Chambers of Commerce are teaming up in the event that could lead to the opening of Canada’s tallest co-working centre.
“We think it’s a great opportunity for people who work in Kelowna and own a condo on the mountain to start the weekend a day early. Come up to the mountain and work in our co-working space on Friday, then go ahead on the weekend and get on the lifts with your bike,” says Andrew Zwicker, rural business advisor for the Boundary Country Regional Chamber of Commerce.
Globe Cafe & Tapas Bar’s bar and dining room will be transformed into a setting that could take place in Manhattan or Silicon Valley, just one mile above sea level, with Wi-Fi, coffee and stunning views.
The first event will take place on Friday 26 August from 9am to 5pm at the Globe Cafe & Tapas Bar. For a $10 fee, people will have access to a comfortable workspace for up to 30 people, wifi and printers, as well as free coffee and an after-work/social drink from 4-5pm
The group is working on funding to proceed with a full feasibility study and business plan for the potential permanent space.
“We have some very exciting irons in the fire with a few big-name partners that I can’t name yet that are ready to come on board and help make this dream a reality. It’s been a great team effort so far and it continues to attract new ones talents. I’m sure we’re going to do something great with this group,” Zwicker says.
Anyone interested in attending can get more information by sending an email [email protected] or by calling 250-231-9878.