this is us
The Root is simply more than just a place to work from. It's a community; it's home. We build inviting communities through our passion for hospitality and service oriented approach, giving each one of our members the tools to be creative, happy, and empowered throughout the workday.
Our vision
When you walk in the door, the environment at The Root Coworking surround members and guests in a work space that simultaneously leaves you with a sense of belonging, inspiration, and support from everyone you encounter. It’s where you feel part of something bigger than your just your day job. It’s where you find a better version of yourself. Where you’re set up for success and where you’re seen.
Our mission
At The Root Coworking, our mission is to make the workday greater by creating unique and memorable experiences for all.
our core values
Service
Our business is built on quality service and putting our members first always.
Community
Our community is what makes us who we are. We want to help foster and grow relationships & provide our members with the resources they need to be successful.
Be Unique
From our space design to our staff, we bring an uncommon approach and real authenticity to everything we do.
our culture
We foster a community where everyone can express their best self. Have fun, be authentic, and celebrate one another.
our story
Our Founder, Ben Von Drehle (BVD to most), started his career in commercial real estate in Denver, CO, working with companies of all shapes and sizes to help find the perfect office space for them. He began gravitating towards tenants in the tech and entrepreneurial scene in Denver, as they seemed to have the same creative eye for design and an equal hatred for low ceilings, fluorescent lighting and the leading killer of employee morale… cube farms. Ben immediately fell in love with the concept of coworking and knew that smaller markets like his hometown of Tulsa, OK lacked these resources. He left his job (pregnant wife and all) and they packed up and moved back to Tulsa and opened up The Root Coworking in October of 2019.
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Check out our latest stories to keep up with all that we have going on, our community at The Root Coworking, and the coworking industry as a whole.
Member of the Month: Alina Guzman, Zelis
Say hello to Alina Guzman, our September member of the month! Alina is the lead software engineer at Zelis, a healthcare technology company committed to reducing costs.
Member of the Month: Miguel Alaniz, RestoreMasters
Ring ring! Incoming call from: Miguel Alaniz, our August Member of the Month! Miguel is the Director of Sales for RestoreMasters, a national roofing company, who recently landed on the Inc. 5000 List of America’s fastest-growing private companies, and America’s Top 100 Roofing Contractors. Miguel might just be the busiest member we have at The Root, as he is tasked with training, and educating local reps with the tools and technology to serve their customers and community. We’re lucky to have this Texas native, turned Tulsa resident, as a member of ours!
Member of the Month: Alan Faulk, Serial Entrepreneur
Have you met our July Member of the Month, Alan Faulk? Answer is: probably yes! Our go-to guy who is always down to participate, make friends, and connect you with whoever or whatever you’re needing at the moment. It’s always nice to have him around—whether it’s giving a new perspective you haven’t considered before, or pointing you towards the best dive bars in Tulsa, Alan is the guy!
