At Happy, we believe that life thrives locally and holistic wellbeing is success.
Our core purpose of creating community connection, belonging and wellbeing is our ongoing motivation.
Life thriving locally
Making space for connected local, sustainable communities
We bring together people, spaces and places in local communities through connection, belonging and wellbeing.
Our spaces are based on proven community sizes and optimal conditions for organic connection.
We believe that living matters and strive to invest in our purpose and values in the every day moments and as we look forward.
The Happy values inspire everything we do and guide our path, decisions and partnerships.
GENUINE CONNECTION
Authentic relationships of depth, diversity and integrity
CURIOSITY, INQUIRY AND DISCOVERY
Open minds and hearts to experiences that inspire positive change and development
SUSTAINABLE EVOLUTION
Committed to the healthy existence of the individual, the community and the environment
WELLBEING IS SUCCESS
Holistic balance in all areas of life
Our passion for discovery and sense of adventure help us better understand and impact the communities we live in and inform our decisions.
Ourselves, our team, our communities and ventures.
In May 2016, I was sitting by myself in our first empty space in Hampton... thinking...well... I really hope people want to work close to home. I'm the founder of Happy Spaces, thanks to you all for joining us and making it the community it is.
Maddy wears many amazing hats, during the week she is managing her families; her own... and the Happy Spaces community. She's the glue that keeps everyone together in Bayside.
Mariam Issa works with you to inspire your team, organisation and community with inspiring keynotes and workshops.
I have somehow acquired a few cheeky nicknames which include The Sustainability Ninja, Fuckgiver, and The Purpose Hacker.
Ruy joined Happy Spaces to facilitate the 'Thrive Village' innovation and wellbeing program, bringing global innovation thinking to local community.
Ash is a collaborator whose passions span the areas of wellbeing, leadership and regeneration. His work is informed by a love for the natural world, and for bringing people and place closer together.
I am the Founder and Director of VThree Architecture, established in 2008. We specialise in design and delivery of renovations, extensions and new homes in Melbourne.
I get digital and I'm not afraid to brag about it. I have some really strong beliefs in digital communications and whilst this is the wild wild west and things are changing constantly, I pride myself on knowing what's best for brands and consumers at all times.
We envision a global economy that uses business as a force for good.
This economy is compromised of a new type of corporation – the B Corporation – Which is purpose-driven and creates benefit for all stakeholders, not just shareholders.
We’re advocates and ambassadors for Gross National Happiness (Bhutan). GNH is a holistic and sustainable approach to development, which balances material and non-material values with the conviction that humans want to search for happiness. The objective of GNH is to achieve a balanced development in all the facets of life that are essential; for our happiness.
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