Authentic: From co-working to commanding the floor.

Rethinking insurance. Redefining workspace.

The Challenge

When we first connected with the team at Authentic, they were tied to a costly commitment in a mid-to-high tier coworking setup. But after walking them through how other leading tech companies were approaching space across Flatiron, Union Square, and NoMad, the idea of securing a dedicated, full-floor office quickly climbed to the top of their priority list.

The goal was clear:
→ Create a long-term home with room to grow
→ Stay budget-conscious
→ Reinforce their brand’s clarity and confidence through physical space

The Solution

With Nomad’s portfolio anchored along what we like to call “Unicorn Lane,” we were in a prime position to find a space that aligned perfectly with Authentic’s vision. We focused our search around high-character buildings in Flatiron and Union Square and one space stood out above the rest: 30 West 21st Street.

• The layout: an upper full floor with a central open workstation zone and multiple meeting rooms
• The design: wood mullion glass doors, glass chandeliers, and warm architectural character
• The scalability: room for up to 40 desks and seamless team expansion

We worked directly with ownership to negotiate favorable deal terms that gave Authentic flexibility and financial efficiency. Within weeks, we had a signed lease and a full plan to get them out of their coworking setup and into a space they could call their own.

The Results

Now fully settled in the heart of Flatiron, Authentic’s new HQ reflects everything they stand for: modern, approachable, and ready to scale.

And the proof is in the momentum: just one month into their tenancy, they were already working to bring a sister company into the building, a clear sign that the space is doing exactly what it was designed to do: support growth.

• Full-floor space in a high-character Flatiron building
• Delivered 30% under comparable coworking costs
• Room to scale with infrastructure for 40+ desks
• A brand-aligned space that fosters culture, focus, and expansion

At Nomad, we don’t push square footage, we find spaces that move businesses forward. We’re not driven by shareholder pressure or volume quotas. We focus on doing right by every client, and building spaces that actually work for the teams inside them.