Stories from The Pearl Works

Enjoy some quick reads about all things coworking, connection, and sustainability in the workplace.

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✨ Meet a Pearl Peep: Katherine O'Kelly

Katherine has been a member of The Pearl Works since March 2022. This inquisitive, humorous, and genuine human being is passionate about building community and is an awesome moderator.

Alora Daunt

June 22, 2023

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5 Reasons Coworking (at The Pearl Works) Supports Mental Health

In honor of Mental Health Month, this blog post highlights five key ways in which coworking spaces can support mental well-being.

Alora Daunt

May 12, 2023

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✨ Meet a Pearl Peep: Erin Duddy

Erin joined The Pearl Works in October 2021. After seeing the potential of the space and the impact it could have on the community, she even lovingly pushed us out of our comfort zone to open the doors before everything was perfect, and we’ve never looked back. I am forever grateful for the lesson she taught me about ideas and systems being good enough to let them out into the world where they can evolve and become what they are meant to be in the real world. She’s a cat lover, nature enthusiast, and non-profit professional working in the impact investing sphere. Her commitment to shifting capital towards solutions is incredibly inspirational.

Alora Daunt

April 18, 2023

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Dedicated Desk Vs. Hot Desk In Monterey

Both options are within our shared workspace, but honestly, which one is best for you comes down to your preferred work style!

Alora Daunt

Sam Salerno

August 18, 2025

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✨ Meet a Pearl Peep: Olga Verkhotina

Olga has been a member of The Pearl Works since February 2021. She is a woman with diverse interests in PR, Real Estate, and is learning Spanish. She is probably one of the most chill people I have ever met. I had the opportunity to ask her some questions and get to know her better… She is wonderful.

Alora Daunt

March 6, 2023

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5 Best Local Lunch Spots in Downtown Monterey

Being a part of the menagerie of businesses in downtown Monterey is one of the best parts of The Pearl Works. With so many lunch spots within walking distance, The Pearl Works is ideally located.

Alora Daunt

February 10, 2023

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🎁 Remote Worker Holiday Gift Guide

As the holiday season approaches, we asked our members what products make their remote work life more manageable. Here are some community favorites!

Alora Daunt

Sam Salerno

December 12, 2023

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The 4 Key Amenities to Look for in a Meeting Room Rental

Successful meetings are the result of two things: 1) a motivated, task-oriented team; and 2) a comfortable, empowering meeting space. When you're considering where to host your next business meeting or work event, keeping these four key amenities top of mind will help you easily identify spaces where your team can do their best work.

Alora Daunt

Sam Salerno

February 7, 2023