Leadership transitions position Vibe Coworks and Matchstick Lab to expand their impact on Kitsap’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
POULSBO, WA—December 18, 2024—Vibe Coworks, Kitsap’s premier coworking and shared workspace, is excited to announce the official spin-off of Matchstick Lab, a new entity that originated at Vibe Coworks and is wholly dedicated to making Kitsap the go-to place to launch and grow businesses that benefit the region and bring value to the world. The milestone marks a new chapter for both organizations, with key leadership transitions, and the addition of new team members in 2025.
Alanna Imbach to Serve as Executive Director of Matchstick Lab
Alanna Imbach, Founder and CEO of Vibe Coworks, will assume the role of Executive Director of Matchstick Lab as of January 1, 2025. With an extensive background in international development, social impact, and economic empowerment, Alanna will lead Matchstick Lab’s efforts to provide education, investment opportunities, and storytelling resources that unlock the full potential of startup and business development across Kitsap.
“When Vibe Coworks started in 2018, our founding vision document stated: ‘We see Vibe as a launchpad—an enabling platform that gives our members the freedom, flexibility, resources, and connections they need to accomplish amazing things.’ Matchstick Lab is a direct product of that vision,” said Imbach.
“It’s a privilege to steward this next chapter, in partnership with regional, national, and international stakeholders, knowing that Vibe Coworks is in the very best of hands. Matchstick Lab embodies the spirit of community-driven innovation, fostering an ecosystem where collaboration, mentorship, and resources converge to fuel entrepreneurial success.”
Amber Sallay Promoted to Director of Operations at Vibe Coworks
With Imbach transitioning to Matchstick Lab, Amber Sallay was promoted to Director of Operations at Vibe Coworks, effective November 15, 2024. In this role, Sallay will oversee the day-to-day operations of the coworking space, and future growth, ensuring it remains a vibrant hub for Kitsap professionals, and supporting the growth of the company into 2025 and beyond.
Sallay remarked:
“Vibe Coworks is the place where the magic happens. We’re committed to delivering a welcoming, flexible space where people can work, connect, and thrive. As we look ahead to 2025, we are laser-focused on delivering a world-class workspace experience right here in Kitsap, while also tackling the national loneliness epidemic through coworking.”
Welcoming New Team Members at Vibe Coworks
To support these leadership transitions, Vibe Coworks is warmly welcoming two new team members:
- Kelsi Nyon, Community Coordinator: With a background in talent recruitment, Kelsi brings her passion for building relationships to foster the collaborative atmosphere that defines Vibe.
- Sarah Davis, After Hours Host: With a background in event management and hospitality, Sarah will elevate Vibe’s special event and evening operations.
Additionally, Vibe Coworks continues to benefit from its dedicated membership-trade Host Team, including Andreina Ramirez, Ann Burkhart, Jennie Hoffman, and Leah Persinger, who further support the front desk and overall member experience.
Looking Ahead
As Vibe Coworks doubles down on offering flexible work solutions and fostering authentic human connections, Matchstick Lab is focused on laying the groundwork for a decade of impact across the whole of the region.
Immediate priorities for 2025 include expanding the Matchstick Lab Advisory Board, leveraging fiscal sponsorship through the Kitsap Community Foundation, and securing the capital to sustainably advance its mission.
“This is a pivotal moment for the whole of the Kitsap community,” said Imbach.
“For the first time, Kitsap now has an impact-focused flexible workspace and coworking community delivering the ideal environment to birth and grow a powerful entrepreneurial ecosystem, paired with a separate but synergistic organization that is solely dedicated to providing education, capital, and storytelling resources to our region’s founders, funders, and innovators.”
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