Where do founders work in Singapore? A look inside their coworking habits

Post on June 24, 2025

Curious where today’s startup founders set up shop? We sat down with three founders who rely on workbuddy to fuel their teams, find focus, and build community. Here's a look at their go-to workspaces, favourite perks, and expert tips for founders and remote teams.

Mohan Belani, Co-Founder & CEO of e27

Leading one of Southeast Asia’s most recognised startup ecosystems, Mohan values tools that let him stay nimble. “Early-stage startups are always strapped for cash. workbuddy offers the flexibility of an office but with a very reasonable price point.”

With a distributed team across five countries, Mohan relies on coworking spaces to anchor team collaborations and client meetings. “My team loves using (the app) because we can use multiple different spaces depending on our needs. We aren’t stuck to one single place at a time. Adding new employees is also a breeze.”

Read the full Q&A with e27’s Mohan Belani here.

Jeffrey Liu, Co-Founder & CEO of Jenfi

Jeffrey and his team at Jenfi joined workbuddy shortly after the Covid lockdowns, when their hybrid work model demanded more flexibility than traditional office leases could offer. “Our team was frustrated with existing workspace options, which required us to commit to a single workspace full-time,” Jeffrey recalls. “workbuddy immediately stood out... they provided access to over 50 workspaces, including prestigious locations like WeWork, and allowed us the flexibility of choosing full-time or part-time memberships. 

“(We could) also sample different workspaces during the initial period and self-review what locations worked best.” 

Face-to-face time has also boosted productivity. “By coming together in person, team members from different teams can work in a dedicated and productive environment. This enables us to easily share ideas, engage in spontaneous discussions, and foster a greater sense of collaboration.”

His top workbuddy location? WeWork Suntec Tower 5, thanks to the high ceilings, bright views, and meeting room availability. Jeffrey says, “The spacious workspace is bathed in natural lighting… with soaring high ceilings and breathtaking views. From this prime location, we’re treated to some of the best views in town, rivaling those enjoyed by tenants in the CBD.”

Check out Jeffrey Liu’s full interview here.

Rachael De Foe, Founder & Managing Director of Redefy

As a strategic communications expert, Rachael knows that creativity doesn’t always happen at a desk and productivity doesn’t follow a 9-to-5 formula. That’s why she and her team use Workbuddy to stay agile. “Some days this means finding a quieter environment for deep work, on others it may mean searching for a place that inspires us to push our thinking. Our workbuddy membership has been so helpful for this!”

For Rachael, work-life balance isn’t just a buzzword; it’s built into how she works. Whether she’s setting her team up in a calm, focus-friendly space or a vibrant, creative hub, flexibility fuels better work. “Making sure that my team and I have every opportunity to find the most conducive spaces for our productivity and creativity is important.”

Read Rachael De Foe’s full member spotlight here.

What these founders value in their workspaces

• Location agility: Being able to hop between CBD, home, and creative hubs helps balance client work, internal strategy days, and team workshops.
  
   
• Varied settings: The ability to choose based on focus needs or function is a game changer.
  
   
• Cost-effective scaling: Flexible membership allows teams to grow and move fluidly, without being locked into one office or footprint.
  
   

Founder tips for coworking success

1. Sample different spaces – Treat your workbuddy pass like an experiment. Visit various neighbourhoods to see what workspace style and amenities works best for your team’s workflow.
   
    
2. Use the team plan strategically – Allocate shared day passes based on where your team needs to be: client days, innovation days, or focus stints.
   
    
3. Plan around events – Many spaces host expert talk series or creative workshops. Use them to learn, network, or even do client entertainment.
   
    

Connect with inspiring founders like Jeffrey, Rachael, and Mohan who’ve built their setups around flexibility, culture, and strategic growth. If you’re looking for workspace that grows with your startup, try workbuddy’s free one-week trial today. For special prices for teams, read more about our shared plan here and reach out to us on [email protected].