Why We’re Launching LyonShare in Oakland

Oakland is full of people building serious things.

Consultants growing independent practices. Founders launching early-stage startups. Remote professionals leading teams from home offices. Attorneys, designers, strategists, nonprofit leaders — all doing meaningful work.

But here’s what we kept hearing:

“I need a place that helps me focus.”“I’m tired of working from my kitchen table.”“Cafés aren’t built for real work.”“I don’t want chaos. I want calm.”

So we built LyonShare.

A Different Kind of Coworking Space

LyonShare isn’t trying to be loud.It isn’t trying to be nightlife.It isn’t trying to manufacture “community.”

It’s built around a simple idea:

Work comes first.

That means:

• Quiet, intentional design

• Professional private offices

• Dedicated desks for consistency

• Flexible workspace without distraction

• A calm atmosphere that respects focus

We believe your environment shapes your output.And serious work deserves a serious setting.

Why Oakland?

Because Oakland doesn’t need another gimmick.

It needs infrastructure for the people actually building here.

We chose 1901 Broadway in Uptown because it’s:

• Central

• Accessible

• Steps from BART

• Surrounded by real energy

LyonShare is designed to serve Oakland’s builders — not tourists, not trends.

Community — Without the Noise

We believe in community.

But we believe it should be natural.

No forced networking circles.No mandatory happy hours.No over-programmed calendars.

Instead:

• Organic conversations

• Thoughtful introductions

• Professionals who respect each other’s time

• Occasional events that add value

The right people in the right room creates momentum on its own.

Built for People Who Take Their Work Seriously

LyonShare is for:

• Remote corporate professionals

• Consultants and advisors

• Startup teams

• Attorneys and finance professionals

• Nonprofit leaders

• Creatives who want structure

If you care about the quality of your work — and the environment you do it in — this is for you.

We’re Just Getting Started

We’re preparing for launch and welcoming early interest from professionals who want:

• Private offices

• Dedicated desks

• Early access opportunities

• Founding member advantages

This isn’t about hype.It’s about building something lasting.

If that resonates, stay close.

LyonShare is coming soon.