Near a Decade of Innovation, Dedication, and Community: The =SPACE Journey

=SPACE FOUNDER STORY


In the heart of our journey at @EqualSpaceCo lies a celebration—a jubilation of innovation, dedication, and a spirit deeply entrenched in community values. As we stand at the threshold of a new chapter, our Co-founder @Medina invites you to join us in revisiting the inspiring narrative that encapsulates our evolution. This is more than a blog; it’s a chronicle of dreams turning into reality, a testimony to the transformative power of hard work, and a commitment to prioritizing community needs.

The Governor’s Excellence in Housing and Economic Development Award:
The pinnacle of our recent achievements is the honor bestowed upon us—the Governor’s Excellence in Housing and Economic Development Award. This recognition is not merely a feather in our cap; it is a profound affirmation of our team’s unwavering dedication to placing the community at the forefront of our mission. It speaks to the resilience born out of hard work, the transformative potential of dreams, and our steadfast commitment to uplifting the very community we serve.

=SPACE: A Sanctuary for Innovation:
For over 8 years, =SPACE has been more than just a physical space—it’s a sanctuary. A safe haven meticulously crafted for entrepreneurs, creatives, techies, and innovators to thrive. Unlike traditional coworking spaces, =SPACE is not about filling seats; it’s about fostering success and creating an environment where each individual feels seen, heard, and empowered.

A ‘Sharespace,’ Not Just a Workspace:
What sets =SPACE apart is our ethos of being a ‘sharespace.’ It goes beyond the conventional concept of a coworking space, embodying a community where success is celebrated collectively, and challenges are faced together. In a world where ‘no’ is often the prevailing response, =SPACE stands as a resounding ‘yes,’ ensuring that no one has to navigate their journey alone.

Uplifting Through Struggles:
Our commitment extends beyond the celebration of success—it involves uplifting those navigating through challenges. =SPACE stands by the side of brilliant minds, offering support and encouragement as they carve paths in industries less explored. It’s a testament to our belief that true success lies in collective growth and shared experiences.

A Heartfelt Thank You:
As we reflect on this incredible milestone, we extend our deepest gratitude to Governor Leslie Anderson and NJRA for their unwavering support. Their belief in our vision propels us forward, and we are eager to continue making a positive impact on the community we cherish.

This blog post is not just a reflection; it’s an invitation to join us in celebrating a decade of innovation, dedication, and community building. As we navigate through this journey, we invite you to be inspired and consider how you, too, can make a positive impact on your own path. Thank you for being a part of our story! 🚀 #EqualSpaceCo #CommunityFirst #InnovationJourney

Unleashing the Potential: Exploring the Rise of Generative AI in Various Industries

Imagine a world where an algorithm can create, and generate art that speaks to the soul, and compose music that resonates in our hearts. Generative AI is the creative alchemist, fusing data-driven intelligence with human imagination, producing masterpieces beyond our wildest dreams. Through sophisticated algorithms, it analyzes patterns, learns from vast amounts of data, and generates original content that captivates audiences.

Overview of Generative AI Use Cases

Generative AI transcends industry boundaries with its versatile applications. Chatbots and virtual assistants powered by generative AI offer a glimpse into the future of customer service, engaging users in natural language conversations and providing personalized assistance. 

Meanwhile, in the realm of design and development, generative AI algorithms boldly venture into unexplored design spaces, crafting optimized solutions that push the boundaries of architecture, product design, and urban planning.

But the power of generative AI doesn’t stop there. It wields its creative prowess in content creation and repurposing, revolutionizing workflows by automating the generation and adaptation of content on an unimaginable scale. 

Data analytics takes on a new dimension as generative AI models sift through vast amounts of information, extracting insights and generating visualizations that elevate decision-making across industries.

Risks, too, are met with formidable resilience through the simulated scenarios crafted by generative AI. This technology empowers industries such as finance and cybersecurity, allowing experts to identify potential risks and develop robust mitigation strategies, forging a path of stability in a rapidly changing landscape. 

And when it comes to maintenance, generative AI takes the reins, analyzing sensor data to predict equipment failures and enabling proactive maintenance that minimizes downtime and optimizes performance.

Across sectors, generative AI breathes life into industries, propelling them forward with enhanced efficiency, personalized experiences, and informed decision-making. It unlocks the realm of limitless possibilities, fostering innovation and growth while paving the way for a future where the creative force of artificial intelligence amplifies human potential.

Generative AI in 9 Industries

E-commerce

Generative AI can enhance the e-commerce experience by creating realistic product images. For example, it can generate high-quality images of products from different angles, colors, or even in different environments. This allows customers to understand the product better and make informed purchasing decisions. Generative AI can also assist in personalized product recommendations based on user preferences and historical data.

Healthcare

The impact of generative AI extends far beyond the realms of creativity. It has seeped into the realm of healthcare, offering a glimmer of hope for patients worldwide. AI algorithms can analyze vast amounts of medical data, identify patterns, and assist in diagnosing diseases with remarkable accuracy. This technology empowers doctors with valuable insights, aiding them in making informed decisions and providing personalized treatment plans. In radiology, genomics, and drug discovery, generative AI has emerged as a silent hero, accelerating breakthroughs and saving lives.

Travel and Transportation

In the vibrant domain of travel and transportation, generative AI has emerged as a trailblazer, empowering businesses with optimized route planning, demand prediction, and enhanced customer experiences. By scrutinizing historical data with a discerning eye, generative models possess the prowess to anticipate travel patterns, facilitating companies in designing more efficient flight schedules and resource allocation. Furthermore, these remarkable algorithms can whisk customers away on a virtual voyage, offering immersive pre-travel experiences that enable exploration and informed decision-making.

Manufacturing and Supply Chain

Generative AI can be crucial in optimizing manufacturing and supply chain operations. It can generate synthetic data to simulate production processes, enabling companies to identify bottlenecks, improve efficiency, and reduce costs. Generative models can also assist in developing designs for new products or components, facilitating rapid prototyping and reducing the time-to-market. Furthermore, generative AI can aid demand forecasting by generating synthetic data based on historical sales patterns, helping companies make better inventory management decisions.

Entertainment

Generative AI has made significant contributions to the entertainment industry. It can generate realistic and immersive virtual environments for video games and virtual reality experiences. Game developers can create lifelike characters, dynamic landscapes, and interactive narratives by leveraging generative models. Generative AI also has the potential to revolutionize content creation by generating synthetic music, art, and even scripts. This can help artists and creators explore new ideas and push the boundaries of traditional creative processes.

Education

In education, generative AI can be utilized to create intelligent tutoring systems. These systems can generate personalized educational content, such as interactive exercises, quizzes, and simulations, tailored to individual student needs. Generative models can also assist in generating educational materials like textbooks, lecture notes, and study guides, providing students with additional resources. Furthermore, generative AI can facilitate language learning by developing synthetic conversations or providing translation and synthesis services.

Art

Generative AI has breathed new life into the art world, transcending the boundaries of human creativity. By blending the insights gleaned from countless artworks and the capacity to understand aesthetics, AI can generate unique and mesmerizing pieces that challenge our perceptions. It allows artists to collaborate with AI, amplifying their vision and inspiring new possibilities. From creating abstract paintings that evoke emotions to designing sculptures that defy conventional forms, generative AI has become a muse, guiding artists into uncharted realms.

Marketing

The rise of generative AI has revolutionized the way businesses connect with their customers. Through intelligent algorithms, AI can analyze customer behavior, preferences, and trends, providing invaluable insights to marketers. It becomes the ultimate storyteller, helping brands craft personalized narratives that resonate with their target audience. By generating compelling content, AI assists in creating impactful marketing campaigns, enhancing customer engagement, and fostering brand loyalty.

Finance

Generative AI has found its way into the complex world of finance, emerging as a powerful guardian of wealth. With its ability to process vast amounts of financial data, analyze market trends, and predict future outcomes, AI has transformed the landscape of investment strategies. It offers valuable insights to traders, portfolio managers, and financial analysts, enabling them to make data-driven decisions and mitigate risks. AI-powered chatbots have also revolutionized customer service in the financial industry, providing personalized advice and streamlining transactions.

Conclusion

As we continue to explore the rise of generative AI and its transformative impact on various industries, we find ourselves on the cusp of a new frontier. The creative alchemy of AI, the harmonious symphony between technology and art, the life-saving potential in healthcare, the reinvention of marketing, and the redefinition of finance—all point to a future brimming with possibilities.

#TuneInThursdays with ENK MUZIK

=SPACE & Newark Downtown District have collaborated to provide a phenomenal experience for our community members. #tuneinthursdays was created to not only spotlight our amazingly talented local artists but to also bring a moment of cheer, glee, and great tunes to everyone who participates.

ABOUT THE PERFORMER

ENK Muzik, Erica Nicole Kearney, is an artist, a soulful singer, songwriter, and an impactful teacher. She started singing at the age of 3 years old in her childhood church, Lily of the Valley Baptist Church. After singing for some years with her church choir, she gained the confidence to start singing background and sometimes lead for her brother’s group. Erica is has been working on her solo career as a singer, songwriter, and musician. She has auditioned for The Voice and was blessed to be able to make it to the final pre-audition level.

Erica started her teaching career in 2011 at One Step Ahead Performing Art School as a performing arts teacher. She encouraged and developed the children’s creative musical talents from preschool to Kindergarten. As Erica began to develop as a music teacher, she decided to join the YMCA Newark & Vicinity to be a Music Specialist. There she would impact the lives of many children and youth in the Newark and Jersey City community.

Erica loves impacting and changing the lives of others with her voice, songs, and words. She has a passion for empowering and encouraging our youth and also helping them to find their own voice in their own creative way. She hopes that she will be able to make a difference and be a positive influence on all of the lives she touches through her music.

#TuneInThursdays with Janetza Miranda

=SPACE & Newark Downtown District have collaborated to provide a phenomenal experience for our community members. #tuneinthursdays was created to not only spotlight our amazingly talented local artists but to also bring a moment of cheer, glee, and great tunes to everyone who participates.

ABOUT THE PERFORMER

Hailing from Newark, NJ Janétza Miranda’s work is inspired by her Puerto Rican roots, her voice projecting a vibrant range of colours inspired by the sounds of Jazz, Blues, Boleros, Plena y Bomba, & Flamenco.

Janétza fuses the music that inspires her; her favourite songs of today and the past. You can find her performing on her classical Spanish guitar, mixing covers and originals.

She has appeared on NBC’s “The Voice”, performed in the Americando Expo in Milan, Italy & continues to tour around the world.

ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Tanisha Best

Exhibiton: Newark Swimming Pools
 @Tbest25_

What is the Genisis of your work? 

The origin of puddles started in 2011 while living on NYC. I was in Harlem and literally looked down and saw an image reflected in water. For me the instant fascination became my personal challenge of seeing my environment from a different angle. The idea of city pools formed and literally took on a life of its own. My personal connection with pools is deeper as I formally don’t know how to swim but I love being in water. In a way these puddles have transformed into alternate views of landscapes for me. Also the perspective changes according to the weather, so it’s very dependent on environmental conditions. I’ve recently been focusing on capturing Newark and my goal is to share the views.

What message do you want to convey to other women artist ?

I want to convey that we’re truly magical beings and that we’re capable of not only creating life but inspiring lives. I’m inspired by the strength, endurance and resilience of so many women that if I can give back an ounce of inspiration that is given to me on a daily basis then I will feel as though I’m earning my residency on this earth.

What does women history month mean to you?

It’s means everything in terms of representation and honoring women of all walks of life. It’s a chance to give thanks and show appreciation by showcasing and sharing the stories that are part of not only this county but at the heart of the world. As I get older I fall more in love with my womanhood and admire the fierceness in other women. Also I’m genuinely rooting for all women to have the ultimate glow up and take their rightful place at the table!

Is there a woman artist or entrepreneur you look up to or inspires you ?

There are so many, but if I had to choose one visible artist it would be Issa Rae. What she created was genius and for the first time I related to a character who wasn’t afraid to be awkward and insecure. She’s taken so many risks in a time where our beauty as black women still isn’t embraced by mainstream but I admire her focus and drive to write black women into cable television and on magazine covers.

What is something you want someone to know about newark ?

Newark is one of the oldest cities in America and there’s so much history. I would want them to know that Newark is the birthplace to a lot of amazing and influential residents and those who move here ultimately always develop a soft place in their heart for this city.

Tell me a beautiful Newark memory that is important to you !

It would have to be my grandmothers being next door neighbors. That’s how my mother and my father met each other. My favorite memory would be on that very street too. It would be being taught how to ride a bike by one grandmother and having cookouts on the back deck with my other grandmother. I feel it forever connects me to Newark.

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If you don’t know what your dream job is yet, you’re probably a multipotentialite.

Everyone has been asked, what do you want to be when you grow up? When you’re young you don’t have a problem answering the question because you say anything that comes to your mind. Once you’re older you begin to feel more and more pressure to have an answer to the question. You begin to have anxiety because you’re still trying to figure out your dream career is at 25 years old.

If you’re still trying to decide what you want to be, you’re probably a multipotentialite. What is a multipotentialite? It describes someone with many interest and creativity who doesn’t know how to combine their interests. Being a multipotentialite comes with advantages like an idea synthesis, combining two or more fields together to creating something new at the intersection; Rapid learning, not being afraid to take on new challenges; and adaptability, the ability to change into whatever you need to be in any given situation.

Learn more about multipotentialites through Emilie Wapnick’s inspirational TED Talk below:

 

Table Talk Live presented by Hudson Kitchen

Join us for the opportunity to connect with food industry professionals, share resources, discuss challenges, celebrate successes and explore ways to collaborate in supportive environment.

  • Meet entrepreneurs, restaurant owners, executives, food truck operators, chefs, farmers, journalists, investors, developers and more
  • Hear our panel of food makers talk about their diverse paths to making careers in the culinary industry work for them
  • Sample a tasting menu from area startups

ADMISSION: $15/per person

SCHEDULE:

  • 6:30-7:30 PM Registration/Networking/Tasting Menu & Cocktails
  • 7:30-8:30 PM Panel Discussion/Q&A
  • 8:30-9:30 PM More Networking/Tasting Menu & Cocktails

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR EXPOSURE?
We are looking for a few more startups to sample food and beverages at the event. If you are interested in showcasing your company, please contact Anita Belle at 347-593-8179 or ajbeventsnj@gmail.com.

TABLE TALK LIVE IS PRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP =SPACEAND MAKERHOODS.

PRODUCED BY AJB EVENTS

FAQs

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
Yes, Attendees must be 21 years of age or older.

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

If arriving Via Newark Penn Station
Newark Penn Station Entrance:
Head to escalators located next to McDonalds)
Use escalator to far right (next to mini Metro Shop)
Head upstairs to Gateway Spaces
Walk past Zaro’s Bakery towards skyway
Head straight
Make a left turn when your spot the sushi shop
Head straight
Make a right turn when you reach Dunkin Donuts
Head up the stairway
Walk straight until you walk pass the NJTV newsroom
Look to left and spot the office space
Enter front doors

If Arriving Via Mulberry Street Entrance
Mulberry Street Entrance:
Use escalator to go to the second floor
Walk straight ahead until you pass extended walkway with chairs on the left side of the walkway
Look to your right and spot glass windows showcasing an office space
Enter the front doors

Parking near One Gateway Center

 

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Please direct questions to: hello@thehudsonkitchen.com.

 

 

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Virtual Competitions

Lots of gamers out there may know about Esports games like Call Of Duty, Halo, and Overwatch. One thing they have in common is, they aren’t in virtual reality. What if virtual reality was implemented into an event where people can compete against each other for some sort of prize? There is hope for that dream so look no further. Video game publisher CCP Games have announced their new release called Sparc.

CCP Games look to provide people the entertainment of virtual reality and the thrill of a competition, through is Vsport which is what they called it. The objective is the games is to throw projectiles at your opponent while they do the same to you and both players have to block whatever comes to them. Sparc’s expected release will be some time this year in 2017 for the Vive VR system.

For more information, click here!

A Tiny Printed Home

The field of 3d printing is pretty outstanding. In Russia, a small home was made by a 3d printer in 24 hours thanks to Apis Cor, which is a San Francisco based startup. Other needs like installations took only took a small portion of time. This is house isn’t the like your ordinary home. Apart from it being 3d printed, it is actually quite smaller than most homes.

This compact home measures up to 400 square feet and the cost to actually make it results in around $10,000. Surprisingly, the 3d printed structure was not the majority of the cost. A chunk of the money went towards the doors and windows as stated by Apis Cor. This isn’t the only thing we will see from Apis Cor. Apparently, they will plan on making houses of all shapes and sizes in the future.

For more information, click here!