Stories from The Pearl Works
Enjoy some quick reads about all things coworking, connection, and sustainability in the workplace.
Monterey is a Place of Gravity
Monterey is more than just a scenic coastal town—it has a magnetic pull that draws people in, sees them leave, and often welcomes them back. The city’s unique energy comes from its mix of transient and rooted populations.
✨ Meet a Pearl Peep: Nick Molnar
Meet Nick, a consultant for biotech start-ups with a talent for adlibbing funny song lyrics. In this post, he shares his thoughts on coworking, productivity tips, and the little things in life that keep him grounded. Curious? Read on to get a glimpse of what it's like to work alongside Nick in our space!
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✨ Meet our Newest Team Member: Kay Switzer
We’re excited to welcome Kay Switzer to The Pearl Works team as our new Operations and Member Success Coordinator! Kay is a powerhouse of energy, organization, and passion for helping others thrive. Whether she’s keeping the space running like clockwork, coaching CrossFit, or diving into her criminology dissertation, Kay brings a dynamic and inspiring presence to everything she does. Read on to get to know Kay. You’ll quickly see why we’re thrilled to have her on board!
✨ Meet a Pearl Peep: Lauren DaSilva
Meet Lauren DaSilva, executive director of the Monterey Rape Crisis Center and a valued member of The Pearl Works community. Lauren shares her strategies for work-life balance, lessons learned from her family, and advice on coworking. She also treats us to her delicious recipe for fasolia, a versatile green bean dish inspired by her Armenian heritage. Lauren and her team have been using The Pearl Works as a temporary home, and while we’ll miss them when they move, we’re grateful for their presence. Read the full blog to learn more about Lauren’s inspiring journey and try her incredible recipe!
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✨ Meet a Pearl Peep: Raju Krishnamurthy
Raju is a consistent presence here at The Pearl Works. He is always down for a sweet genuine conversation and adds a unique blend of humor and insight to our coworking community. He is a dog lover who appreciates good food. Raju enriches our space with his deep sighs and restaurant recommendations.
✨ Meet a Pearl Peep: Michelle Norton
Michelle brings a kind, gentle presence to The Pearl Works, creating a sense of calm in the space. Each day, she commutes from Santa Cruz so her child can attend Chartwell School—a connection we discovered we share, as I also attended Chartwell. Michelle enriches our community with her warmth and openness. We’re grateful to have her here, and I’m excited for you to learn more about her in this interview.
✨ Meet a Pearl Peep: Ji Kim
Ji grew up in the area and before he even landed back in the States he reached out and scheduled a tour. He knew that he wanted to set up his transition back to the area for success. Ji is a cornerstone of this space and community and is a delight to know and be around. Read on to learn more about this wonderful thoughtful human we get to spend time with with on a regular basis.
Announcing the TPW + MCBC Partnership
The Pearl Works and Monterey County Business Council are working together to subsidize memberships, conference room rentals, and our virtual mail program for small businesses based in Monterey County. Read on to learn how to apply!