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The mural wall at Armory Park, bright with colors.

ABOUT BLUEDOT

BlueDot Coworking is a nonprofit dedicated to building community-driven coworking spaces that support Southeast Ohio’s remote workforce, small businesses, and mission-driven professionals.

WHO WE ARE

LIVE. WORK. PLAY. 

BlueDot Coworking was established with the purpose of operating community-oriented coworking spaces for Appalachia's remote workforce. A designated 501c3 nonprofit, BlueDot Coworking's mission is to support professionals and organizations in growing their small businesses, careers and nonprofits. BlueDot Coworking serves existing community members needing a physical space to work their remote jobs and a new demographic of professionals looking to make Southeast Ohio their home.

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In addition to supporting BlueDot Coworking, the Athens County Foundation will be making the Armory their new headquarters, where they will be bringing programming dedicated to strengthening Athens County.

The Armory Park, with grassy space, a gravel walkway, and a wooden stage.
Why Bluedot
A black-and-white image of the Armory sitting atop court street in Athens, OH on a sunny day.
The Athens Armory, 2019

THE HISTORY AND ONGOING LEGACY OF THE ATHENS ARMORY

REVITALIZING THE ATHENS ARMORY

a building with a long history of serving the community

The Athens Armory has been a focal point of uptown Athens since its construction in 1914. Located in the heart of Athens' city center, the Armory's brick walls look down Court Street to Ohio University's Baker Center and beyond across the hills and valleys bordering the Hocking River. The City of Athens worked with an array of stakeholders to develop the next phase in the Armory’s life, while ensuring that it remains in the public trust under city ownership. Just as the building once served our nation, it will soon become a vibrant community hub and vital organ of the city, serving our region’s entrepreneurs, non-profits, and professionals. 

Scaffolding inside the Athens Armory during renovations.
Progress of the Athens Armory Remodel, 2025
Why Bluedot
A historical black-and-white image of Army National Guardsmen flooding the streets of uptown Athens, looking toward the Armory.

THE BLUEDOT BOARD

The BlueDot Coworking board provides strategic guidance and oversight to ensure the organization stays true to its mission of serving Southeast Ohio’s remote professionals and small business community. Comprised of local leaders and advocates, the board supports long-term planning, community partnerships, and the sustainable growth of BlueDot’s coworking spaces.

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Ben Lachman

President

3x Founder and Experienced Coworker

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Tanya Conrath

Secretary

5th Generation Athenian, J.D., and Entrepreneurial Community Builder

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Don Cooley

Treasurer

C.P.A. and Local Business Owner

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Paul Mass

Member

Exited Serial Entrepreneur, J.D., and Local Angel Investor

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Faith Voinovich

Member

OU Alum, Past OU Trustee, and Venture Capital Investor

GET IN TOUCH WITH BLUEDOT

Have a question about membership, events, or the space itself? We’d love to hear from you. Fill out the form and someone from our team will be in touch soon. For quick answers, be sure to check out our FAQ.

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