Who's Making It Happen
Great things in business are never done by one person.
They’re done by a dedicated team.
The Ensemble team is a unique blend of servant leaders and entrepreneurs who are committed to making our members and guests feel welcomed, supported, and comfortable. The Conductors and on-site Community Manager are highly engaged with the community and attentive to the space.
TAMARA CARLEN
Founder & CEO
Tamara Carlen has been an entrepreneur in one way or another most of her life. She is a community builder, master connector, advocate for women in business, and a leader in the small business community.
Not only is she the CEO of Ensemble, but she also manages a thriving business coaching and strategic consulting practice. She is a former adjunct professor for Tarrant County College, where she taught aspiring entrepreneurs how to launch a business. Tamara served as a Burleson City Councilwoman from 2020 to 2023, when she chose to step down after one term to focus on her passion for helping small business owners build thriving and sustainable businesses.
Interesting Facts:
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Has bursts of genius marketing messages when bending over or lying down
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Interviewed Bruce Willis in 1994 for the opening of the Hard Rock Cafe
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Loves to make up words - ask her about grollaboration
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Born and raised in New Jersey
JEFF WARE
Jeff leads the day-to-day community experience at Ensemble, creating an environment where members feel welcomed, supported, and connected. With a background in customer-facing roles and a natural ability to build relationships, he brings both professionalism and genuine care to every interaction. Jeff takes a thoughtful approach to leadership, ensuring the space runs smoothly while fostering meaningful connections among members. From onboarding new members to supporting events and daily operations, he plays a key role in maintaining the culture that makes Ensemble a place people genuinely enjoy coming to each day.
Interesting Facts:
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Grew up in East Texas - has the identifying twang
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Father to 3 kids, 1 daughter and twin sons
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Sings and plays a mean guitar
Community Manager
Brianna supports the behind-the-scenes operations that keep Ensemble running efficiently and seamlessly. With a background in administrative support and organizational management, she brings strong attention to detail and a proactive mindset to her role. She serves as the primary contact and manager for Ensemble’s Virtual Office Memberships, ensuring a smooth and compliant experience for members from onboarding through ongoing support.
In addition to her role at Ensemble, Brianna is a professional bookkeeper and owner of Beyond the Books, bringing a strong understanding of business operations and financial organization to the team. Working part-time, she plays a key role in maintaining the systems and processes that deliver a consistent, reliable experience for both members and staff.
BRIANNA PARKHILL
Operations Coordinator
CONDUCTORS
Our Conductors work in our Coworkshare Program and are vital to the day-to-day care of our members, guests, and the space. They serve the community one day a week and are active members. The Conductors are the first smiling face you will see when you arrive and are there to ensure your experience is beyond satisfying.
The Coworkshare Program was created to provide workspace to emerging entrepreneurs while they are learning how to grow their businesses while expanding their experience as leaders. Conductors receive business coaching along with an inclusive open coworking membership. They also benefit from accelerated relationships with fellow business owners that encourage them and assist with learning how to run a successful business. This program has been thriving since November 2016 and has graduated more than 20 business owners to a higher level.
Do you want to be part of a community and have space to connect and collaborate?
We’re always looking for entrepreneurs and small business owners who can give one day a week to serve as Conductor in exchange for a full-time membership and lots of other benefits.