Rice Real Estate Co. today announced Industrious as the new operator of the Ion’s coworking community. The partnership seeks to deliver a new hospitality-focused member experience for the Ion’s innovation community.
“The Ion’s coworking space is vital for our startups, small businesses and innovation partners. It’s more than just a physical location to work — the dynamic environment fosters organic idea exchange and collaboration that is flexible to scale with a company’s needs as they grow. Partnering with Industrious enhances the Ion’s hospitality offerings in this way,” said Ken Jett, president of Rice Real Estate Co. “Their unparalleled expertise in delivering quality, hospitality-driven workspaces complements our vision of creating a world-class ecosystem where entrepreneurs, corporations and academia converge to drive innovation forward.”
Industrious, renowned for its community-minded, hospitality-driven approach to coworking, will take over the management of the Ion’s existing 86,000-square-foot coworking space. This expansive area features a diverse range of workspaces including private suites and offices, dedicated desks, phone booths and conference rooms of varying sizes. Under Industrious’ management, members will continue to enjoy the Ion’s exceptional workspace while benefiting from enhanced, all-inclusive amenities. Members can expect an elevated workplace experience delivered by experienced staff trained in Industrious’ signature hospitality-oriented service model, which emphasizes comfort, design and connection. Industrious will also offer new, curated networking events and a host of complimentary and enhanced services including robust snack and coffee service. These offerings are designed to make members feel welcomed, empowered to do their best work and delighted to show up to the office.
“The Ion plays a valuable role in the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Houston. We’re thrilled to add our expertise in running engaging spaces and join forces with the Rice Real Estate Co. to continue to position the Ion as an invaluable contributor to the growth of Houston’s innovation community,” said Natalie Levine, senior manager of real estate at Industrious.
In addition to the hospitality offerings managed by Industrious, the Ion boasts three chef-driven restaurants, a tap room and the recently launched “Ion District Eats To-Go” powered by DoorDash. This ordering and pickup service aggregates menus from Ion District restaurants into a single, convenient digital platform. Users can order from various eateries on one ticket, making it ideal for team lunches or individual meals. These offerings are open to tenants and visitors alike. The recent hospitality upgrades along with the Ion’s collection of state-of-the-art amenities — a 250-seat public forum space, 6,500-square-foot prototyping lab, investor studio, fitness center and expansive meeting and event spaces — will continue to make the Ion the premiere destination for startups and corporate innovation.
The Ion, located at 4201 Main St., is a 266,000-square-foot, Class AA office building and innovation hub at the heart of the 16-acre Ion District. As the transformative centerpiece of Houston’s innovation corridor, the Ion brings together entrepreneurial, corporate and academic communities to foster collaboration and growth. The building boasts LEED Gold, WiredScore Platinum and WELL Silver certifications, setting a new benchmark for office environments in Houston.
This partnership marks Industrious’ second location in Houston, reflecting the company’s expanding presence in key markets nationwide. For more information about Industrious coworking memberships at the Ion, visit industriousoffice.com.