Blake Van Steenburg chooses Workshop17’s dedicated seat membership

Meet Blake Van Steenburg, a dynamic professional who manages a global sales team for a mining equipment company and is the creative force behind Trusty, a community-centric initiative launched in 2023.

Since joining Workshop17 The Precinct, Blake has been one of our greatest ambassadors. His decision to choose Workshop17 stemmed from the need for a professional yet comfortable workspace that aligns with his business needs. Now, let's delve deeper into why Blake opted for our dedicated seat membership option and why he loves W17.

Flexible and convenient solutions with the dedicated seat membership

Blake highlights Workshop17's flexibility and how it seamlessly adapts to his evolving needs. Initially seeking a private office, he transitioned smoothly to a dedicated seat membership. "Having options is one of the big benefits at W17," he emphasises.

The convenience of the dedicated seat setup resonates with Blake, offering peace of mind. With the ability to leave equipment overnight, Workshop17 enables him to focus on priorities.

“With the dedicated seat, having the ability to leave my display, my laptop stand and my iPad stand is a great advantage. And if I got to be here in the morning, I plug in my power cords, HDMI cable and I’ve got a great set-up with really no stress”

For Blake, the dedicated seat membership embodies the flexibility he needs for his dynamic work style. He frequently travels and values the security and stability it offers, allowing him to leave his workspace set up without worry. This makes it ideal for his on-the-go lifestyle.

A dedicated seat membership grants you the freedom to work from any Workshop17 location in Mauritius and South Africa, offering unparalleled mobility.

Workshop17's meeting room benefits

When opting for a membership at W17, you gain access to complimentary meeting and boardroom credits per month, providing a set number of hours for the use of meeting rooms and boardrooms.

The availability of VC booths and meeting rooms at Workshop17 is a game-changer for Blake's business needs. "Having access to these facilities ensures that I can conduct business smoothly and professionally" Additionally, Workshop17's ample meeting spaces alleviate the stress of finding suitable venues for meetings and conferences, as Blake explains, "The meeting rooms are helpful when I have someone who wants to come in for a physical meeting or I need to have a longer conference - there’s ample meeting space available so I don’t need to stress about whether or not I have a good place to take phone call and it’s been a huge benefit to me.”

Community & collaboration opportunities at Workshop17

Workshop17 fosters a vibrant community where Blake has forged valuable connections.“It’s a small island already so getting connected to a community and finding opportunities to do that naturally is a real benefit. So here at W17 I’ve been able to meet a lot of different people, to grow my network quite a bit not just professionally but also personally.”

This community extends beyond professional networking, offering opportunities for personal connections and collaborations on passion projects like Trusty. “Being able to meet a lot of entrepreneurial like-minded people helps a lot of these passion projects that I’ve had take on a life on their own, specifically projects around helping our local community and local business owners.”

Discover Trusty

Blake's passion project, Trusty, is a Mauritius-born initiative fostering local connections. It goes beyond online recommendations, offering a curated space for islanders to share their favourite spots and businesses. From parents seeking child-friendly havens to expats navigating new services, Trusty empowers locals to discover the magic of Mauritius together.