Building a Marketplace for Renting Commercial Spaces with Alex Hines from Quikspace

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Have you Ever Wondered: "What if there was an Airbnb for Commercial Spaces?"

Meet Alex, the founder of Quikspace, as he shares his journey as an entrepreneur and the inspiration behind his marketplace for commercial space.

In this episode of Founder Stories, we chat with Alex Hines who discusses his previous successes and failures, from building a clothing brand and a design agency that led to him starting his current endeavour, Quikspace.

Quickspace aims to solve the problem of underutilized commercial space by connecting space owners with people who need short-term space.

He discusses the current state of the platform, its business model, and its plans for growth. Alex also highlights the importance of sales and distribution in the success of a startup and the potential for AI to disrupt the commercial real estate industry.

Tune in to hear how Quikspace is paving the way for the future of commercial space rentals and why you should keep an eye on their rapid growth and resilience in the face of challenges.

Keywords

entrepreneurship, commercial space, marketplace, short-term rentals, customer acquisition, AI, predictive analytics, teamwork, perseverance

Takeaways

• Selling and distribution are crucial for the success of a business.

• Quikspace connects businesses in need of short-term space with space owners who have underutilized or vacant space.

• Customer acquisition is a key focus for Quikspace growth.

• AI can play a role in predictive analytics and matching users with the right properties.

• Teamwork and perseverance are essential for founders.

Sound Bites

• "I think my biggest learning curve right now is my ability to sell needs to improve."

• "How do you actually get to the customers you need? So I think that's where that money would go."

• "You gotta keep going, man. The grit and the perseverance is the biggest key to success."

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to Quick Space and Alex's Background

08:15 - The Inspiration behind Quick Space

19:12 - Targeting Underutilized Commercial Spaces

26:42 - Working with a Talented Team

29:56 - The Importance of Sales and Distribution

32:37 - The Potential of AI in Commercial Real Estate

36:17 - Advice for Entrepreneurs and Conclusion

About Alex

I'm Alex Hines, a product designer by day and a serial entrepreneur by night currently building a markplace called Quikspace. I've had my share of wins and losses, founding and scaling a design agency, a clothing brand, a non-profit, and a cannabis retailer over the years among others that never got any traction. Each venture, whether a hit or a miss, has been a thrilling journey, teaching me invaluable lessons about growing businesses and understanding customer needs. Here's to embracing the ups and downs of entrepreneurship!

About Quikspace

Quikspace is a marketplace platform designed to bridge the gap between flexible workspace needs and property utilization. Our mission is to empower "hometrepreneurs" and small business owners by offering access to under-utilized and vacant commercial spaces on flexible terms. This provides a solution for businesses outgrowing their home workspace and generates income for leaseholders and property owners during their search for long-term tenants. By leveraging real-time availability, seamless booking processes, and integrated payment systems, Quikspace transforms vacant spaces into vibrant, productive hubs, fostering a community of dynamic businesses and driving economic growth.

Want to Connect?

Alex: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexanderhines/

Quikspace: https://www.linkedin.com/company/quikspace/

Want to Learn More?

Check out Quikspace today! - Website: https://www.getquikspace.com/