As the founder of The Hivery, Grace Kraaijvanger had to pivot the co-working space and inspiration lab she launched in in 2014 that welcomed thousands of women entrepreneurs, writers, and artists to downtown Mill Valley.
Grace had started a first-of-its-kind female-fueled co-working space in the United States, bringing people from all over the Bay Area and beyond to her innovative and beautiful space. So, when the pandemic turned her in-person business upside down, Grace held steadfast to her mission to elevate the potential of women, even if it meant creating an entirely new offering. Prior to the pandemic, and during what was hoped to be a short and temporary closure.
The Hivery boasted more than 600 members and thousands of others who attended the Hivery’s regular personal and professional workshops and events. Driven by inclusion, the Hivery sought to help women, whether their current path was a career change, getting back in the workforce, launching a new business, writing books, monetizing their art, exploring a new field or something else entirely.
Kraaijvanger remained resilient as always.
But guess what!?!
She has pivoted once again, this time in a new space on 475 Miller Ave., adjacent to TamalPie.
“I couldn’t ignore the constant drumbeat of how much our community missed having a space to connect,” she says. “I couldn’t ignore how untethered people are feeling right now. How we need a sense of belonging in our lives. How we yearn for joy, beautiful space, and a hug.”
They opened their doors in late March!