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Desana

Flexible / hybrid workspace platform

Company overview

Workspace platform that enables companies to manage how their workforce uses space globally. Staff can choose to work from their employer’s own buildings or from Desana’s fast growing global network of flexible workspace operators in over 40 countries, with companies having the ability to curate which spaces can be accessed by any member of staff.

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Company information

Head office
  • Edinburgh
Co-founder
  • Michael Cockburn
Chair
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Investment date
  • July 2021

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