MEET OUR TEAM

CHIEF CONNECTOR & CREATOR

Jen Thoemke is Connects Workspace’s founder and Chief Connector and Creator. Her passion is for community and connecting people. She founded Connects in June 2015 with 3,000 square feet of space and 7 members. Over the past many years, she has watched it grow in numbers but also in depth of connection between members. One of her favorite things is watching members become colleagues and friends. In June 2018 she purchased Cafe 13 a neighboring cafe and in May 2021 she purchased Gold Mine Cupcakes a local cupcake shop. Her reason for purchasing these businesses was to be a part of making Golden the best town in the world, and nothing makes people happier than good food, a place to feel like you belong and of course cupcakes…. She is also a wife, mom and most recently a “Gigi”. She considers her biggest accomplishment raising kind children and watching them continue living the legacy of making the world a better place with small, yet intentional acts of kindness.

HEAD COMMUNITY BUILDER, GOLDEN

Amanda is a proud New Englander who is here in Golden to live life with humor & openness. She feels best with her GSP Walker by her side. Amanda is intentional about meeting people where they are at. At Connects, she can usually be found running up and down the stairs of the Armory. She is everything community, a member engagement specialist, and a familiar face. Say hi if you see her around!

COMMUNITY MANAGER, RED ROCKS

Abby moved to Colorado from Madison, WI in early 2024 with her husband, Tim, and pup, Ellie. They chose to move to Colorado to embrace their favorite hobbies: skiing, biking, hiking, running, and all things outdoors.

She was previously in the Education world, and has always loved creating community no matter where she is. She is passionate about Connects Workspace's mission to foster connection, community, and creativity.

FACILITIES MANAGER

I love when beautiful spaces foster community and connection. As your Facility Manager I strive to make our cherished spaces feel clean, highly functional, and welcoming.

With a desire to explore the west, my wife and I backpacked in the Zirkel Wilderness which planted the dream seed to move here from the midwest. In 2009 the dream became a reality and we got to work creating a life we'd love. The Colorado spirit has always resonated with my goals and aspirations. I’m so grateful to call Golden home for me and my family.

I strive to embrace a give-first mentality and lead from the heart. My desire to help as many people along the way has worked out quite well.

Please reach out for coffee, feedback or facility requests.

GO-TO PERSON, GOLDEN