David J Rice

Okay so the idea is to setup a not-for-profit organisation with the remit;

Bringing silicon valley thinking to Belfast by creating a cutting edge work space for digital and creative workers. It’s goal is solely to improve these industries and provide a creative atmosphere to allow ideas and companies to grow in an organic way.

UPDATE: Woo! 2 more people interested that brings the total to 18.

Location Requirements

Here are some rough requirements for what I think a perfect location would be.

• Can seat at least 10 to 15
• Is located in Belfast city centre, cathedral quarter, queen’s quarter or the linen quarter.
• There are several eateries, coffee shops and convenience stores within easy walking distance
• Bicycle / Car parking, would be a definite plus
• Has natural light
• Does not cost the earth

Todo

There are a lot of things to do, you maybe have an idea of some more. Feel free to let me know if I’ve missed any.

• Decide on a name
• Setup a not-for-profit organisation
• Find a suitable location
• Approach relevant creative, arts, public, technology, investment bodies in Northern Ireland for funding
• Get a definite list of people (home team and frequent visitors)
• Make a list of necessary kit
• Decide a fit-out budget
• Find out what assets all the signed up people can bring to the organisation

The People

Here is a list of all the people who have expressed an explicit interest in a Belfast co-working space at one time or another. Totaling 16(+2) people already and I bet that I’ve missed out a couple of names (please tell me if that’s you!), obviously not everyone will want to be one of the “Home Team” but there are a lot who just want these kind of facilities available.

• John Kennedy
• Andy McMillan
• Darryl Collins
• Matt Johnston
• Gerard McBreen
• John Ryan
• Stephen Stewart
• Steve Rushe
• Michael Wall
• Brian Cleland
• Errol Maxwell
• Matt Keenan
• Martin Woodward
• Michal Wronka
• Steven Hylands
• Lynsey Browne
• James Gallagher
• Nick Fitzsimons

Anyway, I’m really excited about the interest. With Belfast starting to have it’s web revolution I’m so confident that this will be a reality and another step forward very soon. Please let mw know your thoughts and if you want to help out, think of the good you will be doing for everyone else.