TV newsman and entrepreneur Marc Bator

Marc Bator has been a Satellite Office customer for nine years. From the company address to the office facing the courtyard to the beautiful, bright three-person office – the TV entrepreneur knows Haus Cumberland in Berlin like the back of his hand. Now he is changing his perspective and becoming a member of the Satellite Office customer advisory board. A forum in which CEO Anita Gödiker regularly discusses current issues concerning the company and presents important expansion steps in advance. The input of this high-caliber group is particularly important to her so that she does not have to make decisions alone in an ivory tower.

Congratulations, you are a new member of the Satellite Office Advisory Board! What motivated you to accept the Advisory Board mandate at Satellite Office?

Marc Bator: I didn’t have to think about it for long, at least not in terms of content. I am very much behind the Satellite Office company and its product. With the opportunity to help shape something on the Advisory Board, I would like to contribute to the development of the brand and the company. As someone who has founded a company myself, I know how important a strong brand and a clear vision are for the success of a company. I am convinced that a good brand not only makes a promise, but also keeps the promise. Another topic that interests me as a member of the Satellite Office Advisory Board is the company’s growth. The company has enormous potential. However, the right steps must also be taken to achieve this. The digital transformation has ushered in a new era of working models, and it is important that we adapt to these changes and remain agile in order to stay competitive.”

If you take a closer look at the topic of brand, what do you think is important for Satellite Office now?

Marc Bator: A good brand awakens desire and buying impulses. We should be visionary in order to anticipate what customers want. At a time when change is the only constant, we need to focus on the needs of people who long for maximum quality of life, including in the workplace. For me, an important part of the Satellite Office brand, in addition to the high quality of equipment and real estate, is the people – both customers and employees. It is important that we continue to focus on developing a strong community and a positive company spirit that will enable us to be successful even in times of change. By the way, I would love to see a revival of the small networking events in the locations that we knew at Satellite Office before Corona! I am also a big supporter of Satellite Office’s internationality and believe that it is important to expand our presence in different cities and countries. As a member of the Advisory Board, I will work to ensure that the company can continue to offer its customers the best possible workplaces and services – in as many locations around the world as possible.”

The world of work is constantly changing, and Satellite Office is right in the middle of it. What is your personal experience of this?

Marc Bator: “I believe that the future of the workplace is about creating an environment where everyone is able to develop their skills and strengths while working in a supportive and collaborative environment. An environment that allows entrepreneurs to focus on what’s important and fully utilize their creativity and innovation. Starting my own business, a cycling management and marketing agency, was and is an exciting and challenging experience. But for me, it was not only a change on a personal level, but also a time of upheaval in the business world. The digital transformation and new working models have revolutionized the market. It is important to implement ideas and – in my case, childhood dreams – in this rapidly changing landscape. I have found the space and atmosphere for this at Satellite Office.”

New Work, where are we heading from your point of view?

Marc Bator: “The journey of designing our workplaces is far from over! On the contrary, there are always new ways in which we can improve and adapt our working environment to promote an innovative way of working and culture! With my Advisory Board mandate, I would like to share in Anita Gödiker’s pioneering spirit and help ensure that the company remains agile and continues to develop. In a world that is constantly changing, the desire for premium services is stronger than ever. We live in a time where everything revolves around flexibility and adaptability. We work more intensively than ever before, even if we have a 4-day week. Our working time has become our lifetime, and many of us have a desire for quality of life and therefore quality of work.”

Your favorite place at Satellite Office?

Marc Bator: “Definitely the roof terrace at Haus Cumberland! The view over the city and the location are unbeatable. I’ve been here with athletes and important business partners and really make the most of it. In terms of the interior, the Satellite Office on Ballindamm in Hamburg – my old home – is my favorite. But at the end of the day, it’s the people at Satellite Office who make my workplace so worth living in and inspire me every day. They offer a sense of belonging. This spirit is the reason why Satellite Office builds such a strong bond with its customers and ultimately makes all locations favorite places.”

Thank you very much for the great interview and good luck as a member of the advisory board and of course with your company TEAMVISION sports – the leading agency for management and marketing in cycling in Germany.

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