What value does METRO MERGE add to my work? Why should I join?

• Access a creative and comfortable office for less-than-market rate value.
• Spread your hours however it works best for your schedule
• Come-and-go at your leisure without having to manage bills and maintenance.
• Generate shared knowledge and innovation through impromptu conversations.
• Collaborate among leaders and neighbors throughout metro Atlanta and expand your networks while contributing to the common good.
• Enjoy accommodations such as business grade Wi-Fi, kitchen access, storage lockers, wireless printing and catering options for your gatherings.
• Enjoy easy on-and-off access to 75/85, just 10 minutes from the airport and minutes from downtown Atlanta (one mile south of Turner Field).
• Join a common cause in South Atlanta, and discover how networks can compliment your neighborhood, business, non-profit, church or project. We need each other.

What is the environment like at METRO MERGE?

We have an impromptu, come-and-go environment with work-bar stations that convert into a training room, a lounge-like office and a conference room available to individuals and groups. Interchangeable rooms include stainless storyboards, and dry/erase stainless desks for creative brainstorming, trainings and gatherings.

What common causes are being addressed through METRO MERGE?

As we connect metro-wide networks with local neighbors, we will continue to join various groups through FCS Urban Ministries, and our South Atlanta Civic League, to establish a future South Atlanta Farmer’s Market, address the foreclosure crisis in South Atlanta, and explore new possibilities as a result of new relationships through Metro Merge. One key, sustainable project per year will be launched with an established leader.

One does not have to join a common cause to access office space at Metro Merge. The office is available to anyone who needs affordable space to chill out, meet people, and work.

Can a church or business join METRO MERGE?

Absolutely. Here are a few ways your group can join:

• Fund a need: contact Nate Ledbetter at nate@sub-urban.org
• Spread the word: Invite other leaders or neighbors to work at Metro Merge
• Pre-pay for a bucket of hours: Work on your stuff at Metro Merge (we ask that each church or business align with our Guiding Practices)
• Join a common cause: Volunteer as a “Vocational Neighbor” to assist us in launching various projects in South Atlanta. This requires one 30 minute Vocational Neighbor Interview to establish mutual expectations and goals.

Where do I start?

Contact us.

How does METRO MERGE practically work?

Collaboration and cost cutting are both important in today’s world. This is where Metro Merge can serve a variety of people with a variety of needs. Practically speaking, Metro Merge Office is set up through pre-paid buckets of work hours. No bills or maintenance.

Simply come to work, meet people and, if you choose, dream alongside vocational neighbors during breaks, lunch or other times. Set your own hours to suit your unique schedule when the doors are open (communal desk space is first-come, first serve; offices are first come, first serve by the hour, unless reserved in advance).

Here are a few options to consider: Pre-pay for a bucket of work hours (see our pricing here)

In addition, consider these premium opportunities:

• Host a gathering (one-time rental): Reserve our entire space for your training, project or board meeting (all three offices, foyer and kitchen).
• Rent individual offices (beyond table space per hour): Consider our Conference Room, Creative Meeting Room, or larger training room known as “The Workshop.”

Each event price will be negotiated per request.

All reservations must be made at least two business days in advance.

During a Participant’s use of a pre-paid Bucket of Hours, each Participant may choose any of the following categories of Office Space:

 

1. Communal Desk Space: available on a first come, first serve basis.
2. Creative Meeting Office: available with at least 2 business days prior notice to Metro Merge. If un-reserved, the Creative Meeting Office shall be available on a first-come, first-serve hourly basis.
3. Conference Room: available with at least 2 business days prior notice to Metro Merge. If un-reserved, the Conference Room will be available on a first come first serve hourly basis.
4. The Workshop: available upon on a first-come, first-serve hourly basis. This space cannot be reserved during Normal Business Hours, but can be reserved at any other time with at least 2 business days prior notice to Metro Merge.
5. Entire Space: includes all creative meeting offices, the kitchen and foyer and can be reserved at least 2 business days prior notice to Metro Merge.

Disclaimer:

• Prices are subject to change at the discretion of Sub-Urban. Sliding scale and scholarships will also be available at the discretion of Sub-Urban.
• Discounts are available to organizations from FCS Urban Ministries.

Where is METRO MERGE located?

1297 Jonesboro Rd, Atlanta, GA 30315 (driving directions)

Our office is located in historic South Atlanta, a neighborhood located one mile south of Turner Field [south of 20 and east of 75-85 - near the old Carver Homes between Lakewood Heights and Pittsburgh].