Convene

Convene is a New York City-based enterprise that designs and operates a network of technology-enabled meeting, event, and flexible workspace locations. The organization partners directly with Class A commercial real estate landlords to manage full-service venues and corporate amenities, effectively operating traditional office buildings with the operational structure of boutique hotels. Serving corporate clients across major business hubs in the United States and the United Kingdom, the enterprise currently manages a scaled portfolio of nearly 40 distinct physical locations. To accelerate its international expansion and broaden its service offerings, the company recently acquired etc.venues, a prominent provider of urban day conferencing facilities. Throughout its operational history, the business has successfully secured $160 million in total equity funding to support its ongoing real estate and hospitality initiatives. Convene was founded in 2009 by Ryan Simonetti and Christopher Kelly.