TCF Team Member Highlight: Starr

We’re proud to shine a light on our woman-owned and woman-run community. Dive into the stories, dreams, and the remarkable dedication of the women who make TCF a beacon of creativity, collaboration, and community in Lancaster, PA. Join us as we highlight their contributions and get to know the faces that bring our coworking space to life!

Learn more about Starr, our Community Facilitator over in our Studios building.

Bio: My day-to-day involves providing support for anyone who has a private office or coworks over in the Studios building. I love running clubs at TCF ( my favorite of which being Beer Buddies) and getting to write copy for our social media and blog posts.

How do you spend your time when you’re not at TCF?
I love to support the local arts and music scene in downtown Lancaster, from attending the Red Rose Film Fest to visiting the Lancaster Art Museum. Also, you can occasionally find me at the planetarium learning more about our Solar System.

What do you like most about TCF/Coworking? How much I learn here. Every day I swear the free knowledge that our community shares is priceless, and I feel so grateful to receive it.

Fun Fact: I have a tattoo on my right arm of a plum & sage leaves for my two sweet cats. (Plum & Sage!)

Fav Event to Attend: TCF’s Open Mic Variety Nights are a magical experience. It’s so special to see the community come together and support each other in the vulnerable space that is being in the spotlight. I have seen people break out of their shells and be given opportunities to express themselves. Plus, it’s free for members to attend, and you cannot beat that.

The TCF Team Welcomes You!

Anne Kirby, founder of The Candy Factory, is a recognized leader in the coworking industry. Starting with her design and marketing company in 1999, Anne's journey led her to establish The Creative House of Lancaster in 2006 and The Candy Factory in 2010 after recognizing the need for collaborative spaces to combat the isolation of working from home. Under her leadership, The Candy Factory has grown into a 25,000-square-foot hub in the historic Lancaster Storage building, encompassing The Studios and Jelly Bellies, a unique childcare/coworking facility.

Anne's passion extends beyond The Candy Factory. She founded the PA Coworking Alliance, leads the Kick-Ass Female Entrepreneurs group, and speaks nationally on coworking and community building. Recognized as a Central Penn Woman of Influence and recipient of the 2018 SCORE Small Business Award, Anne's focus is on connecting and empowering the coworking community.

At The Candy Factory, Anne and her team are dedicated to creating a vibrant, supportive environment where over 300 professionals connect, collaborate, and thrive.