Staunton Innovation Hub — Local services in Staunton

I live in an area of Augusta County with very poor internet service. Since we could send and receive email, being unable to stream wasn’t a problem but the fallout from the pandemic changed everything.

I work as a college basketball TV announcer. One of my employers is ESPN. In planning for the 2020-21 basketball season, ESPN decided that only remote broadcasts of games would satisfy the various restrictions on personal contact. The company sent equipment to each of its announcers to enable them to “broadcast from home.” I could not “broadcast from home” because my home internet would not support such as task. I was at the point where I thought I would have had to give up my job.

And then I went to the Staunton Innovation Hub. Through the efforts of the tremendously helpful and well informed staff, led by Hannah and Amy, I rented a private office, set up my equipment, and was able to broadcast games, not “from home,” but “from the office.” The extremely fast internet never let me down and I broadcast over 40 games from my office, without any problems.

It is not an exaggeration to say the the Hub saved my career. The staff is wonderful, access is easy, and I never experienced an issue that wasn’t handled quickly, efficiently, and with a smile.

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I first checked out the Staunton Innovation Hub (SIH) after a coworker invited me to an event there, and I instantly knew I needed to become a member! I can't believe I drove by this place so many times without realizing what I was missing. They have tons of different membership options to fit any budget, which is awesome. Need a day pass to focus on a project? They've got you. Want 24/7 access and a dedicated desk or even your own office? They have that too! There's always plenty of space to spread out and get things done, and I've never felt crowded. Plus, they have meeting rooms, free wi-fi, printers, and a really cool rooftop deck. They even offer free classes and trainings every month, and the coffee is amazing (they brew fresh Crucible Coffee, not that old, stale stuff!). The best part? Everyone is so welcoming! Amy is super friendly and helpful, and you really feel at home whether it's your first time or you've been a member forever. If you're looking for a place to buckle down and work, connect with other people, or just relax in a cool environment, you need to check out SIH. Seriously, it's the best! I could go on and on about all the great things they offer, but just read the other reviews – they speak...

I spent almost a year as a tenant of The HUB. Although I was already an established business, I made great and beneficial contacts with other businesses. The atmosphere, mainly established by the delightful Hannah and Amy (who cheerfully keep everything going and everyone happy), is friendly and relaxed. The workspace opportunities are endless in an eclectic, historic but very hi-tech building. Having spent many, many hours in the building when it was the Staunton NewsLeader, I was amazed at the transformation. Every floor has unique decor chosen by the owners. You can have complete privacy or work in any number of group scenarios — there are many membership options to choose from. Free coffee 24/7, a fully equipped communal kitchen, monthly free donuts, monthly after-hours and frequent group meetings encourage meeting new people and creating collaborations. Although I no longer maintain an office there I keep a membership as I want to be able to stay connected to this vibrant place. Highly recommend to anyone trying to start a new business as well as anyone with an established business who wants an...