Business doesn’t grow in isolation — it grows in community. In this episode, we sit down with Andrew, co-founder of Brick & Mortar, to talk about building inspiring workspaces, creating business hubs in local communities, and why environment plays a huge role in productivity and growth.
We discuss how Brick & Mortar started, why coworking in the suburbs matters, and how intentional spaces can help entrepreneurs, side hustlers, and leaders do their best work. This conversation ties directly into the heart of Level Up Labs — bringing people, ideas, and resources together to help the community grow.
Topics Covered
Why environment matters for productivity and creativity
How Brick & Mortar started and evolved
The shift from city commuting to neighborhood workspaces
Building coworking spaces that feel inspiring, not corporate
Creating business hubs within local communities
The power of collaboration and shared resources
Why community is essential for business growth
How physical space impacts mindset and performance
About Our Guest
Andrew is a co-founder of Brick & Mortar, a coworking and collaboration company with locations throughout Chicagoland. Brick & Mortar creates thoughtfully designed spaces that help individuals and teams focus, collaborate, and grow.
Level Up Labs Event Info
This conversation is part of Level Up Labs, a four-hour, in-person Community Business Summit designed to help professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders move forward.
📍 Location: Brick & Mortar – Glen Ellyn
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
🧠 What You’ll Get: Access to local experts, meaningful conversations, and real-world resources
🎟 Spots Are Limited
👉 Sign up for your spot:
https://yourbrickandmortar.com/level-up/

LEVEL UP LABS EP. 6 - What is Brick & Mortar and its community impact with Andrew Nast