Welcome to
Flex Forward
Welcome to Flex Forward — the brand under which I, Florian Kappes, draw on nearly 20 years of international experience across diverse roles and perspectives to offer a wide range of services to the market.
Driven by a deep passion for this remarkable sector, the goal is to support different players to continue to evolve and thereby move the flex office industry forward.
Services
Having built my career from multiple angles within the flex market, I bring a holistic perspective that connects insights across different stakeholders and disciplines. If you have a challenge, idea, or topic you’d like to discuss, I’m always open to a conversation. Even when direct support isn’t the answer, I might just have the right idea or contact to point you in the right direction.
Flex Providers
I help flex workspace operators strengthen and grow their business. From benchmarking performance against market peers to identifying new growth opportunities, I provide market insights and data-driven analysis free from stakeholder bias. Whether they’re exploring new geographies or seeking talent in emerging markets, I offer the clarity, connections and direction you need to expand with confidence.
Landlords
Landlords face increasing pressure to deliver the right flexible workspace offering. I support them in understanding market developments, selecting strong operating partners, and assessing the value of flex in assets they own, acquire, or sell. My goal is to ensure buildings meet modern occupier expectations while maximizing long-term performance.
End User
I work with end users and occupiers navigating the flex market. From explaining flexible workspace internally, supporting one-off requirements, to help the management of flex office portfolios. If there is surplus office space, I can help to evaluate its potential within the flex ecosystem and connect you with trusted providers.
Service Providers
If you’re launching or expanding your product or service within the flexible workspace sector, I can support position you for success. Based on my own experience, I advise on go-to-market strategies, collaboration opportunities, and partnerships that increase visibility and impact across the industry.
Brokers, Agents & Platforms
I work with brokers, agents and digital platforms to enhance their flex office coverage. Whether you’re seeking local expertise with 'boots on the ground', data-backed insights, or one-off support in specific geographies I bring knowledge and trusted relationships to help you deliver for your clients with confidence.
Events & Conferences
I thrive in bringing substance, experience, and energy to industry events. Whether you need an engaged moderator, an independent voice on a panel, or a speaker who can deliver informed insight with audience appeal, I create sessions that resonate and add genuine value to attendees.
About me
I have been active in the flexible office sector since 2008. Throughout my career, I have held key roles across various segments of the industry, including brokerage (The Instant Group), operator side (Fora), strategic advisory (Octavus Business Center), and technology services (technologywithin). This diverse background gives me a unique 360° understanding of the market and extensive international experience.
While sales has been a consistent focus across all positions, my responsibility for launching and developing new markets has also encompassed areas such as finance, budgeting, and marketing. In addition, I am a regular speaker at coworking and real estate conferences and events, including Coworking Europe, Zukunft Coworking, Worktech, and Corenet Global.
But of all this would hardly matter if I were not truly passionate and excited about the industry. The flex industry I want to move forward!
