OUR TEAM
Our brilliant team is the magic in the machine. From our management powerhouses to our front-of-house stars, we’re all here to make work wonderful.
Emily
General Manager
Cool head, creative brain, serious get-things-done energy, Emily is the engine that keeps PLATF9RM moving. With experience across design, immersive experiences, events, and venue management, she brings big ideas together with precision.
Outside of work, Emily runs on sea air and strong coffee. Think sea swims, cycling, dancing, karaoke, dog walks, ideally with the salty breeze of the sea never too far away.
Emily makes work wonderful by cutting through the chaos, and letting the magic happen.
Maya
Marketing Manager
Effervescent, fast-paced, problem-solving, laughter and sunshine-filled, Maya is a powerhouse when it comes to all things marketing.
From 7 years of running her own business, 10 years of experience in the general field and coming up to a millennia of directing her younger siblings to be their best selves, Maya knows how to get things done. Leading from the heart, she can light up any and every room with some much needed warmth, or, in her own words “kapow”. Outside of work you can catch her synthesising in the sun; an essential process that helps with germinating new and innovative ideas.
Maya makes work wonderful by being a badass with a loud cackle.
Ed
Head of Hospitality and Events
Part people-connector, part event mastermind, Ed is your go-to guy for turning the everyday into an occasion. Whether it’s over coffee, craft beer, or an epic event, he’s all about bringing people together and making it look effortless.
With a background in the restaurant world and a love for good food and great company, Ed knows how to mix professionalism with personality. When he’s not corralling the PLATF9RM community, he’s coaching the Mighty West Hove Dynamos U10s or picking up the pace at run club.
Ed makes work wonderful by collaborating, networking, and keeping things as fresh as the beer on tap.
Siobhan
Head of Member Operations
The guiding force behind our Front of House team, Siobhan ensures our team are empowered to provide a seamless member experience.
With six years of experience in the coworking industry, Siobhan practically has a doctorate in coworking. She honed her skills while leading teams and training Workspace Managers across multiple coworking sites in Bristol. Outside the office, Siobhan finds solace in nature, whether she’s hiking through woodlands, scaling hillsides, or exploring seaside coves where she can indulge in her love for snorkelling.
Siobhan makes work wonderful by fostering a welcoming environment for everyone that crosses her path.
Eyal
Member Operations Manager
A maestro of composure and creativity, Eyal seamlessly blends his background in customer service, his passion for music composition and a dash of acting flair to embody the ideal Front of House member.
With a knack for remaining cool under pressure, Eyal orchestrates his tasks with precision, much like his compositions for film and television. When not crafting melodies, you can find Eyal unwinding at the cinema, enjoying the latest blockbuster, accompanied by his familiar, Reggie.
Eyal makes work wonderful by greeting everyone with a warm smile and serving up a killer cup of coffee.
Moni
Head of Community & Member Experience
Moni has two middle names; Diligence and Efficiency, and she lives up to both with astounding skill.
Even with a name like Moni Diligence Efficiency, her greatest attribute is still how she leads with her warm-hearted nature – making anyone who comes into the space feel welcome and cared for. This doesn’t take away from her status as an email warrior, however, and if you look up the definition of “on-it” in the dictionary you’ll find a picture of Moni.
Moni makes work wonderful through her work ethic and general togetherness, she also makes a great cuppa!
Katie
Head of Community at PLATF9RM Hove
Chief of organisation, master of the coffee machines, and the first smiling face you’ll see at PLATF9RM, Katie is all about making people feel at home. Years in retail have made her a pro at staying cheerful under pressure, keeping things running smoothly, and striking up a chat, especially if it’s about your holiday plans.
Beyond work, she’s a collector of curiosities (taxidermy mice and Brambly Hedge ceramics, anyone?), a photography enthusiast, and a pilates fan. But right now, wedding planning is taking over, because love might be magical, but it also comes with a lot of admin.
Katie makes work wonderful by being endlessly curious, building connections, and keeping the coffee (and good vibes) flowing.
Tachi
Community Manager, Hove
Yapper, playlist-maker, horror enthusiast, and all-around good vibe curator, Tachi brings warmth, style, and serious chat game to PLATF9RM’s Front of House. With a decade of experience across events, community and hospitality, not to mention a background in bars and barista life, he’s got the perfect blend of charm, coffee skills, and people know-how.
Outside of work, Tachi’s world is deliciously dark. He’s obsessed with all things spooky, goth, and monochrome, from fashion to film to fiction (bonus points if it’s horror or a gritty thriller). He’s also got a soft side: come winter, you’ll find him crocheting hats, one cosy stitch at a time. And don’t even get him started on music. 150+ playlists and counting.
Tachi makes work wonderful by being endlessly approachable, always up for a chat, and making sure every member feels seen, stylish, and totally at ease.
Kate
Barista
The sunshine queen herself, Kate serves up great coffee and even better chats. With a background in hospitality and the creative industries, and a genuine love for every person (and their dog), Kate has a knack for making everyone feel like an old friend as soon as they arrive in the space.
When she’s not in The Grounds, she’s diving into anything that sparks creativity. Jewellery making, illustration, dog walks and finding absolute treasures in the car boot sale.
Kate makes work wonderful by making the space feel warm, even on the coldest of days.
Anaïs
Barista
Endlessly curious and fascinated by what life has to offer, Anaïs brings sparks to PLATF9RM’s café, front of house, and events. With a background in barista work, hospitality management, and acting, she has a natural gift for making people feel seen, comfortable, and at home.
Outside of work, Anaïs is a true creative multitasker. She acts for film and TV, is writing a fantasy trilogy (casual) and balances it all with mindfulness, and beach runs with friends. Connection fuels her. Whether that’s with people, places, or new experiences.
Anaïs makes work wonderful by building genuine connections and asking engaging questions.
Taffie
Head of Community at PLATF9RM Brighton
Got a question? Need a hand? Taffie’s your gal! With a career that spans hospitality, events, marketing, and even teaching six-year-olds how to tie their shoelaces (a heroic feat), Taffie’s always had people and customer service at the heart of everything she does.
As PLATF9RM’s Brighton Location Coordinator, she creates spaces where members feel at home while juggling her side hustle, Haute Flame—home to Brighton’s much-loved ‘Sip & Wick’ candle-making workshops. A festival fanatic and game-show enthusiast (The Chase, call her!), she’s always up for an adventure, whether it’s learning to knit or trying her hand at DJing.
Taffie makes work wonderful by bringing energy, humour, and top-tier communication skills to the PLATF9RM family.
Tash
Community Manager, Brighton
Community builder, coffee brewer, and all-round connector of people, Tash is that abundance of sunshine that makes everyone feel immediately at home. With a background in Brighton’s Community Kitchen and non-profit coworking in Canada, she’s leads with a big heart.When she’s not welcoming new members or brewing up a conversation over a coffee, you’ll find her sewing her own clothes, scaling a climbing wall, or deep a board or video game. Queen of yap, Tash has a talent for making everyone feel seen and heard.Tash makes work wonderful with her unbridled sunshine.
Charlotte
Sales Area Manager
Problem-solver, plate-spinner, and all-round people person, Charlotte is on a mission to match every business with their perfect PLATF9RM workspace. With years of experience in multi-site event management and sales, she’s got a knack for spotting opportunities, thinking on her feet, and dreaming big. If there’s a challenge to be solved, she’s probably already cracked it.When Charlotte isn’t bouncing between PLATF9RM sites, you’ll find her with one of her many film camera, deep into a video game, or cooking up something delicious (a pretty great cook, if she says so herself). A film-making graduate and self-confessed nerd, she’s a creative at heart.Charlotte makes work wonderful by thinking outside of the box.
Haia
Admin Assistant
Our in-house psychotherapist, Haia is a natural-born analysis machine – perfect for her role in Ops!
With considerable experience at WeWork in Berlin, Haia is no newcomer to the coworking industry. This combined with her early teaching experience makes her a natural problem solver and calm mind in a crisis. A natural ticker of lists, Haia is able to effectively organise herself and things around her, getting things done.
Haia makes work wonderful by staying calm and keeping a smile on her face.
