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Today we are celebrating a company in the business of making positive waves -- the @nyc_ferry debuted a new route that runs from Lower Manhattan to the Soundview (Clason Point) pier in the Bronx for the cost of a subway ride. 🛳 #getitdonedowntown #nycferry #repost @nyc_ferry
This weeks #wcw goes to LMHQs own @vivalaladyboss who will be hosting a @powertofly Lunch & Learn on 8/22 at 3-4pm on ways to develop meaningful events that strengthen your in-person network. Eventbrite link to reserve tickets 👉 twn.nyc/PowerToFlyVIP_0822_TC 👈 #getitdonedowntown #ladyboss #womenempowerment
We walked into @eatalydowntown right before the summer shower started and settled in for a cuppa caffeinated energy. We love that you can shop for groceries and try new foods from around Italy. Bonus: the playful, seasonal decor bolsters our creativity. 😉 #getitdonedowntown #lmhq #afternoonbreak
We know what were reading this fall. 😉 In the meantime, tell us what youre reading this weekend! #Repost @wellreadblackgirl ・・・ Excuse me while I cry on the subway! 😭 My editor, @emjohartley, just sent me the most amazing photo! My galleys are here 📖💕 Preorder link in my bio 🙌🏾 Out everywhere Oct 30th. ~ Glory Stunning cover by @alexbowman #wellreadblackgirl #WRBGbook #bookstagram #preorder
Afternoon inspo: We love how how the metal curves in B. Wurtzs Kitchen Trees art installation seamlessly complements and plays off the classic fountains stream -- an excellent metaphor for how we root for all of our members projects to enhance our lives and positively impact their respective industries. 😉 #getitdonedowntown #lmhq
On Wednesdays, we #wcw on amazing entrepreneurs who know how to #getitdowntown, cross country and beyond. 🤩 Tag someone who inspires you every day. #Repost @yourpalmal ・・・ We’ve careened through 7️⃣ years (and as many offices) journeying from Brooklyn to Manhattan, opening doors in LA ☀ and doubling our size year over year 📈 Our “7 year pitch” plot stars heroes like Malala, Betsey Johnson, Norma Kamali and Arianna Huffington becoming clients 💪 as well as Rent the Runway 👗, Task Rabbit 🐇, Saucony 👟, Outdoor Voices 🤸🏻‍♀️, Tiffany 💍, Olay 🛀, the PGA 🏌 , Zola 👰 and crossing half a decade with fam like GE🔬, Hinge 💗, Google 💻 We’ve traveled on #SGPRetreat s from Mexico to Jamaica 🌴, acquired a company 🤝 been guest speakers from Harvard 🎓 to SXSW 🌵, and made Forbes Under 30 🏆 Produced block parties for sweetgreen 🍃 and recreated Chers pool party for Clueless 💁 we’ve come up with campaigns that have become answers in the NY Times crossword puzzle 👓 and trending topics on Twitter 🐦 And hit 50 (taller) employees along the way 🍾
Sending Happy Birthday wishes to #lmhq_nyc member @nellddq of Inspiring Capital--keep up the great work! 🎂🎈 #Repost @inspiring_capital ・・・ Happy Birthday to our fearless founder @nelldd! 5 years on and Inspiring Capital is going strong, helping individuals connect to meaning, purpose and impact at work 💪🏽🎉
We admit were a little biased for the color scheme, but also love the ambiance and dish offerings at @laparisiennenyc. The quaint café is located around the corner from our headquarters, which makes it an ideal spot for a power lunch or between projects break. 📍 #getitdonedowntown #mondaymotivation #lmhq_nyc
We are seeking a highly organized, creative individual with a strong background in Digital Communications & Content Marketing to join our team! . Shortened URL below -- tag/share with a job-seeking friend who may fit the bill! 👉twn.nyc/LMHQnyc_mkgjob 👈 #getitdonedowntown #socialmediastrategy #lmhq
Very excited that the weather is behaving for another #gameonnyc event hosted by @downtownnyc ! The festivities begin at 4pm today all along Water Street featuring games, music, art and more. Easy to key web link 👉 twn.nyc/gameon2018
Multitasking at LMHQ: watching the @fifaworldcup and our Members @upperlinecode ring the closing bell at the @nasdaq
Our friends from @google stopped by with a nifty 360-camera to shoot a tour of LMHQ! #getitdonedowntown #behindthescenes
@upperlinecode wrapped up their teacher training at LMHQ today! #stem #learncode #csforall #professionaldevelopment #getitdonedowntown
Spotted outside LMHQ #hipsterpigeon #downiswhatsup
🎉Happy Fourth of July! 🎉 We’re closing at 2 PM on Tuesday, July 3rd and we’ll be closed on Wednesday, July 4th. #celebratedowntown
We’ve got a new recycling system! #reducereuserecycle #whatsoldisnewagain #sustainability
#TBT to our #OFFSITE with the LMHQ Women’s Speaker Network! 🥂
Networking during the Skytop Strategies Reframing Human Rights conference with our friends @bardmba
@nycsmallbiz is here with some great speakers from @rockethubnyc @and_or_studio @gunpowder_sky and Webster Bank for a panel about how to finance creative projects!
Summer Mondays are tough but we can always count on the @swiftkickhq team to keep us motivated. #motivationmonday #getitdonedowntown

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THE LOWER MANHATTAN HQ OFFERS EXCITING RESOURCES TO DOWNTOWN BUSINESSES

Downtown Magazine NYC
June 26, 2015

Today is the last of the 3-day festival, #OFFSITE, which took place at the brand new Lower Manhattan HQ (LMHQ.) The festival was open to the public and featured programs focused on work/ life balance and business innovation, presented by panelists from partner companies of the headquarters. Read More
Collaboration Spaces - Why They May Work

Officing Today
June 25, 2015

The marketing draw? People. Smart people. Creative people. Talented people who are on the verge of success. The product? A new coworking ‘spin off’ called a ‘collaboration space’.   Born in Manhattan, the first of its kind, LMHQ ‘Lower Manhattan Headquarters’ just opened its doors and is already getting some serious media attention, most recently in Forbes. And, beneath the marketing veneer, they may be on to something. Read More
Preview LMHQ’s New “Clubhouse” for Lower Manhattan Professionals for Free this Week

Inhabitat
June 25, 2015

It’s not a co-working space. That’s the first thing the Downtown Alliance wants you to know about Lower Manhattan HQ (LMHQ), its new 12,500-square-foot, whiteboard-walled, coffee-equipped clubhouse at 150 Broadway. Yes, you can go there to work, or even get in a meeting or two, but LMHQ’s main objective is to serve as a sort of “living room” for downtown Manhattan professionals looking to network, recharge, or learn something new. Read More