Office Evolution: Small business space solutions

Office Evolution offers affordable options, great locations in Charleston and Mount Pleasant to launch or grow your company

People trying to launch or grow a small business don’t need the extra headaches that can come with trying to find a new home, or temporary digs, or even just a place to do business for an afternoon.

Office Evolution is rapidly becoming a valued partner for small businesses in the Lowcountry. With prime locations on King Street in downtown Charleston and on Long Point Road in Mount Pleasant, Office Evolution offers a wide array of options for small businesses, solo entrepreneurs, executives seeking short term solutions, work-at-home practitioners, and more.

Contact Info: Downtown Charleston, King St. Mount Pleasant, at Belle Hall 843-203-9048 officeevolution.com

“We’re a great option for people who are trying to grow their business,” area manager Beth Sansone said. “Our model is membership-based with several different plans to fit your growing needs. The opening price point is for a business address.  Who wouldn’t want their business to have a prestigious King Street address instead of a PO Box?”

Not quite ready to get into a permanent construction project or long-term lease? Office Evolution has a variety of office spaces, common areas and meeting rooms at reasonable prices and easy lease terms. In fact, the downtown location has 21 offices, three spacious meeting rooms, and a shared co-working lounge area with rentable private desks; the new Mount Pleasant location has 29 offices and two meeting rooms. Both locations offer parking as well as receptionist service and call answering. A full package comes with fully furnished private office, mailbox, live phone answer service, internet, utilities, and much more.  It’s a turnkey workspace solution!

 “We obviously prefer year leases, but we can do month to month — or even other arrangements,” Sansone said. “When some of the neighboring hotels run out of meeting space, they often call us.”

In fact, Office Evolution’s spaces are even used by local companies that simply want to have a meeting away from the inevitable interruptions and disruptions that can occur at corporate offices, she noted.

But there’s more to it than just a “home away from home,” she said.

“There is a full-time receptionist on-site who greets your guests and clients in a courteous and professional manner,” Sansone said. “Our call center staff will answer your number with the scripted response you write for them, so your clients will be treated professionally, and unwanted solicitations won’t be allowed to waste your time. We also have a break room area with all the amenities, snacks, coffee, tea, water, etc.”

Twice a month, the offices sponsor free co-working days, as well as other networking opportunities, such as lunch and learn sessions and happy hour events, for members and guests.

“We really are about partnership and helping businesses grow,” she said.  “Our members, which include attorneys, real estate professionals, marketing firms, and technology-focused businesses, often work together to achieve their goals.  We provide the space, peace of mind, and opportunity to make meaningful connections every day.”