128. Building a Business from Faith and Vision: Patrick Hemus, Maggie O’Neill Center, Shares His Journey
Description
What happens when vision, faith, and business savvy collide? Patrick Hemus, Business Development Manager at the Maggie O’Neill Center in Liverpool, shares his fascinating journey of transforming a church hall into a dynamic coworking and community hub. From family inspiration to navigating challenges in one of the UK’s most underserved areas, Patrick reveals how the Maggie O’Neill Center combines business and purpose to uplift its local community.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
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The unique story of how a derelict church hall became a vibrant coworking and event space.
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How Patrick’s family history and his father’s vision set the foundation for the Maggie O’Neill Center’s mission.
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The challenges and rewards of running a coworking space in a disadvantaged area.
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Patrick’s philosophy on building community and serving others through innovative workspace models.
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How free coworking sparked interest and led to new opportunities for growth.
Join us as Patrick shares his passion for creating impact and why he believes community-focused coworking spaces can thrive in any neighborhood.
Resources Mentioned in this Podcast:
The Maggie O’Neill Business and Training Centre website
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