The Social Hub (B Corp™)

Who remembers the viral moment in the hit series #BigLittleLies when 9-year-old Amabella collapses after a stark lesson on climate change? This was 2019, and things have only gotten worse. Last Sunday, temperatures at the north pole crossed the threshold for ice to melt. It’s no wonder eco-anxiety is growing.    As a B Corp certified hybrid hospitality company, fighting for a sustainable common future is in our bones and so laying out clear pathways to make this possible is how we walk the talk. Recently, we teamed up with YouGov to survey travel habits among UK travellers. A key takeaway? A telling generational divide: while baby boomers are unconcerned by the environmental impact of their travel, Gen Z and millennial travellers are gripped by eco-anxiety.     Our Director of Sustainability and Impact Amber Westerborg spoke to the The Times about the findings, calling on hospitality and travel industries to respond to this rise in responsible and sustainable travel. Read all about it here: https://bit.ly/4hp88Wo. Now we want to hear from you! Feel free to expand in the comments. #HybridHospitality #TheSocialHub #BCorp #SocialImpact

Say “ciao” to The Social Hub Belfiore! Our second hub in Florence is officially open, and we couldn’t be prouder. Bringing our 19th European hub and third Italian property to life was no small feat—our teams worked tirelessly to create a space that blends innovation, community, and impact-driven hospitality. Just steps away from Florence’s historic center, this €150M landmark building features a 7,000 m² rooftop with an Olympic-length pool and garden, Tuscany’s largest coworking space, 550 hotel rooms, premium meeting & event venues, a lively shopping boulevard, and much more! Read all about it here: http://bit.ly/4gmGnfQ. #TheSocialHub #HybridHospitality #TravelNews #Community #Florence

At The Social Hub, our core values—curious, conscious, bold, entrepreneurial, and fun—fuel our drive to strike partnerships that make a meaningful impact, showcasing the power of collaboration and innovation to bring people together.   The latest example of this took place last week during the ESNS Festival, as we proudly hosted our first "Laundry Sessions" at #TheSocialHubGroningen, in collaboration with Mixmag Netherlands.    The energy was electric, fueled by vibrant sets from Berlin DJs MIJA and Mika Heggemann with more than 150 party goers in our hub’s actual laundry room, a signature space for our community in all our hubs. As excited as we are to see how our Laundry Sessions will evolve and continue to connect our community across Europe? Then stay tuned... #TheSocialHub #HybridHospitality #Community #ESNS25 #LaundrySessions

What does it take for a global hospitality organisation to achieve and maintain B Corp certification? Forbes sat down with our Director of Sustainability & Impact Amber Westerborg to uncover how The Social Hub is driving meaningful change across Europe through our unique purpose-driven business model. Learn all about how we balance growth and impact, why we’re embracing new sustainability goals, and what the future holds for hospitality and real estate. Read the full article: https://bit.ly/3VBoW3E #TheSocialHub #HybridHospitality #Bcorp #SocialImpact B Lab, B Lab Europe, B Lab Benelux

A few weeks ago, we were thrilled to receive the New Entrant to the United Kingdom Award at the DBT Investment Awards dinner, hosted by the UK Department for Business and Trade. This recognition celebrates our team's dedication to The Social Hub Glasgow and reinforces our commitment to creating spaces that connect and inspire communities across borders. A standout moment of the evening was seeing our Director of Capital Markets and Treasury, Jochem Van Den Broek, proudly accept the award on behalf of The Social Hub - an incredible milestone for our team as we continue to grow and evolve. Congrats to The Social Hub Glasgow team under the leadership of Ben McLeod for everything you do! A big thank you to Joanna Roper, His Majesty’s British Ambassador to the Netherlands, Janine Vos from Rabobank, and everyone who joined us to celebrate this achievement. This award not only symbolises the shared vision and collaboration that continue to fuel our journey; it also reflects our excitement for what lies ahead as we continue to deepen our presence in in the UK and in Europe. #TheSocialHub #HybridHospitality #Community #Innovation #Collaboration #UK #Glasgow

Becoming a Certified B Corporation® is more than a milestone - it’s a commitment to using business as a force for good. This journey has been about reflecting on who we are, the values we stand for, and how we can create a positive impact on our community and beyond. Read our latest Blog to see how far we’ve come - and why this is just the beginning. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e_MyxrzN #TheSocialHub #HybridHospitality #Bcorp #SocialImpact

We’re delighted to share some exciting updates! In early 2025, our footprint will grow to 21 hubs across 19 key European cities, with the opening of three new locations: - Florence: Our second hub in this historic city – opening February 2025. - Rome: Our first location in Italy’s capital – opening March 2025. - Porto: Our long-awaited Portuguese market entry – opening in Spring 2025. Click to learn more about the features of these three unique projects, and how we aim to generate value to our local communities: https://bit.ly/4imABgz #TheSocialHub #HybridHospitality #Hospitality #RealEstate #Porto #Rome #Florence #TravelNews

We’re proud to share that the TSH Talent Foundation has been awarded the prestigious “Best Affordable Housing Initiative” by The Class Foundation! Recognised for the organisation’s innovative Changemaker Scholarship Programme, we provide all-inclusive accommodation and tailored personal and professional development journeys to remarkable individuals facing barriers to opportunity. Congratulations to the TSH Talent Foundation team for this accolade in the organisation’s first months of life. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/emFiUCZ5 #TSHTalentFoundation #StudentHousing #SocialImpact #TheSocialHub #Community #HybridHospitality

This morning our CEO & Founder, Charlie MacGregor, was a featured guest on one of the leading UK business broadcasts, BBC News Radio 5’s “Wake Up To Money.”   Listen to the engaging discussion on this week’s key business trends, and join in the conversation by sharing your thoughts in the comments below. Tune in here: http://bit.ly/490LAYy. #TheSocialHub #HybridHospitality #Leadership #BBC #Radio5Live #WakeUpToMoney

We’re proud to introduce Trix van der Vleuten as The Social Hub’s new Chief Marketing Officer.   With over 20 years of experience, she’s an award-winning leader known for driving transformational integrated marketing strategies in global organisations like Versuni (a former Philips company), KFC, KraftHeinz, and PepsiCo.   Working closely with the rest of our leadership team, Trix will be the driving force behind our newly structured Marketing & Performance team, supporting our ambitious growth journey across Europe and beyond.   Welcome to the team, Trix van der Vleuten! Click to read more: https://bit.ly/4ez0G8O