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Polaris launching Dogpatch Labs free startup space in New York
- sachinag 17y agoJust make sure that you're aware of the signal if you're at a VC sponsored space. If Polaris passes on you when you're raising money, it can be exceptionally hard to raise money. Even if you get one hot and bothered, other VCs will think "what does Polaris know that I don't know since they know the company better" and they'll go against their judgment and pass as well. That said, the Cambridge space is, indeed, wonderful and the community there is quiet but intensely driven. And, yes, free coffee.
- ashishk 17y agoI understand what you're saying (Chris Dixon had a great post on this), but I disagree. They're giving you office space and coffee, not your first seed round. Also, there's a soft cap on how long you can hang around for, so you just may not be ready for funding by the time you leave.
- catch23 17y agoHow different is it working there compared to working at a community hackerspace like the Hacker Dojo next door to YC? There's a fair number of startups working out of the Dojo too.
- ashishk 17y agoThis is awesome news. I work out of the Cambridge Dogpatch Labs, and besides being a kickass office to work out of, the community that works there is very sharp and diverse. A few YC/ Techstars companies included.
- jonsteinberg 17y agoThats great to hear, I'm an EIR in the Dogpatch NY Office. If anyone in the Hacker News community has questions feel free to ping me.
- daveambrose 17y agoHad a chance to stop by the space yesterday (construction is winding down) but the office is gorgeous: full professional kitchen, amazing sunlight with large windows, hardwood floors, high ceilings, etc. Maybe the "ideal" place for smart hackers and founders to work together. Another plus: it's literally a up the street from Stand Burger, where we usually hold out Hackers & Founders meetup. Great job Jon, Peter and co. at Polaris!