Stoke is a workspace for startups, entrepreneurs, remote workers, freelancers, small businesses, and tech-enabled companies located in the ❤️of Denton, TX. It’s where ambition, technology, and a shared desire to impact our community come together. Yes, we're a coworking space, but what we offer is so much more.
OUR TEAM
Heather Gregory - Owner & Executive Director
Heather Gregory is an ecosystem builder, place maker, community organizer, and entrepreneur based in Denton, TX. Heather has served as the Director of Stoke Coworking since January 2017 and as owner since 2020 making use of her multifaceted background in entrepreneurship, architectural design, nonprofit management, event planning, and program development.
In her time at Stoke, she has launched programs and events that help entrepreneurs connect with the people, knowledge, and resources they need to move their businesses forward. Prior to working at Stoke, she was the Director of SCRAP Denton, project manager at a full-service marketing agency, and the creator and owner of a food truck in Portland, Oregon. Heather serves on the Historic Landmark Commission as well as the steering committee for Stonger Denton - working to preserve and strengthen the creative culture and local economy of Denton.
juli james- Associate Director
Juli James is the associate director of Stoke Coworking in Denton, Texas. She leads strategic planning and runs entrepreneur education and social impact programs. Juli began her career as an Army broadcaster before transitioning to digital media roles with the State of Arizona. In 2013, she developed a game design curriculum for Arizona State University's journalism department. She further solidified her expertise in the field with a Knight Foundation grant in 2015, developing a no-code game design app for educators.
At Stoke, Juli uses her unique blend of experience to help entrepreneurs and small businesses innovate and succeed. She's a sought-after speaker and contributing writer, focusing on blending education and game dynamics to foster creativity and problem-solving. Her ultimate goal is to make learning effective and enjoyable, particularly in entrepreneurship.
mary chavez - marketing coordinator
Having grown up a true child of the internet with a love for all things pop culture and media, Mary Chavez was always going to be a creative. At Stoke, Mary is the Marketing Coordinator, helping to foster an inviting network of entrepreneurs and professionals. On Twitter, they’d call themselves an aspiring everything.
They’ve taken that love of community outside of Stoke as well; having helped found the DTX Writers’ Workshop. They are a creative freelancer well versed in social media, content creation, graphic design, editing and writing. They’re always eager to learn new things and thus will take on just about any hobby that peaks their interests. There’s no guessing what Mary is working on next, whether it be a teaching certification, developing an app, or starting a podcast.
robyn harris - community coordinator
Robyn Harris is passionate about her community and committed to fostering meaningful connections with those around her. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree at Belmont University in Nashville, TN, immersing herself in the vibrant music scene for a decade.
As a dedicated creative, Robyn possesses versatile skills in graphic design and social media management, embodying her love for artistic expression in various forms. With a heart for both community service and creative pursuits, Robyn brings a unique blend of talents and experiences to every endeavor.