Retail Retold

Brett Sheets has provided strategic leadership for the National Leasing Team at VEREIT for the past 14 years. On today's episode, Brett joins Chris to discuss how he jumped from brokerage to retail, the state of the current market, and his best renewal strategies. He dives into an intriguing story about the role of a pylon sign in one of his leasing deals.

Today's episode highlights a leasing deal Chris worked on for a fitness center in Wisconsin. Chris emphasizes the importance of speed when working with a landlord, and how moving quicker than your opponent is key for a successful deal. Listen in to hear more about this interesting deal!

Nick Harbaugh has been travelling the world for the past year, visiting a different country every month and learning about the similarities and differences within retail in a variety of cultures. Nick's experiences have earned him the title "Retail Nomad". Today, Nick joins Chris to discuss what his travels have taught him thus far and brings us a story from colonial Williamsburg, Virginia, as he...

For a long time, the retail world had a specific vision of what the drivers of foot traffic are at commercial properties. Recently, that vision has been flipped on it's head. Today's episode dives into the future of co-tenancy in shopping centers as consumer desires are changing and details a specific deal at DLC.

This week's episode is all about new tech in real estate. What impact has this had, and how is the art of real estate still relevant? Listen in as Chris dives into location analytics and sales forecasting software, two factors that have a big impact on retail real estate.

Black Friday deals are coming early this year! Today’s podcast episode is a recording of What's In Store, a live show with Chris Ressa and Karly Iacono that takes place once a month on LinkedIn. In these live shows, they discuss the latest news in retail and real estate. This week's episode discusses why holiday sales are starting early this season, specifically at Target and Amazon. Are rising le...

The average commercial real estate deal takes 2-3 months to complete. Eddie Gonzalez finished one in 26 hours. Today, Chris is joined by Eddie Gonzalez, an advisor at SVN Desert Commercial Advisors. Eddie discusses his career at the Ritz Carlton, and how he translated his experience into the brokerage industry. While discussing a deal with an insurance agency based in Arizona, Eddie emphasizes the...

Today Chris is joined by Vadim Rey, a former navy officer and founder of Fair Winds Capital Investments. Fair Winds is a veteran-owned-and-operated real estate company that specializes in multi-family real estate. Listen in as Vadim talks about how his team establishes trust with their business partners, the benefits of a MLO (Master Lease Option), and how to attract people to your team.

We all know the benefits of connecting with others and growing your professional network. This can happen at events, the office, or through industry associations. Aside from professional connections, what is the importance of social connections? Today Chris talks about a recent event in which he was asked to help with the closing of a deal. After a crazy coincidence, Chris realized the value of ge...

Last December, Chris Ressa and Karly Iacono predicted that more online stores would close than physical stores in 2022. In today's episode, Chris addresses his previous 2022 predictions on eCommerce and the accelerating trends we will continue to see throughout the rest of the year. Are omnichannel companies the way of the future? Listen in to hear about why it's getting harder to make money on eC...

Today we have a special edition episode of Retail Retold.  What’s In Store? is an interactive discussion between Karly Iacono and Chris Ressa, where they unpack the latest trends at the intersection of retail and real estate. The show airs once a month on LinkedIn Live. In this latest episode, they discuss 3 important real estate topics: eminent domain, the rise of retail rents, and retail re...

Thomas Onder is a shareholder and chair of Shopping Center & Retail Development Group at Stark & Stark. Tom concentrates his practice in development, leasing and commercial litigation, and focuses on the areas of New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, as well as across the country. Today Tom joins Chris as they discuss the potential recession, soaring rents, and the impacts of rising cost...

Today Chris is joined by Timothy Duggan, an attorney at Stark & Stark. Timothy specializes in representing property owners in eminent domain cases, as well as working on bankruptcy cases. Listen in as Timothy talks about eminent domain and dives into a recent case involving a car dealership.

Nichole Popovics has been in the real estate business for over 20 years, and recently made the career switch from leasing to focus on brokerage. As the EVP/Managing Director Tenant Services, Nichole's day-to-day life involves bringing in new business and assisting her brokerage team in all areas of real estate at The Shopping Center Group. Listen in as Nichole discusses her role in the expansion o...

Chris is joined by Kevin Nassimi to talk expansion and his Burlington deal in Clifton, NJ. Kevin is the Vice President of Leasing & Head of IT at Nassimi Realty, a family owned business that has been in real estate for over 20 years. Listen now!

Today Chris is joined by Jordan Hearin, Chief Product/Technology Officer at ID Plans, a company that offers customizable property management solutions to the Commercial Real Estate industry. Listen in as Jordan talks about what slows deals down and how ID Plans uses new technology to solve problems.

Growing up in NYC, Daniel Holzman’s first job was delivering pizza. Now, as the owner of Danny Boy’s Famous Original, the thought of an office job still doesn’t appeal to him. Daniel rolls out dough and spreads toppings all day every day and loves every second of it. Listen in as Daniel talks about changes in the restaurant industry, the support of investors, and how Danny Boys came out on top des...

Colby Piper, Cannabis Real Estate Specialist at Ripco Real Estate, has seen the effects of cannabis in his everyday life. His father was one of the first doctors to prescribe medical cannabis to patients, and his mother is a 4-time cancer survivor and cannabis patient. Listen in as Colby shares how Ripco is changing the stigma behind cannabis and “making the world a greener place”.

Today Chris is talking shop with Mark Norman. This podcast is focused on self-care and self-esteem brands. Taking care of yourself is important for ongoing health and overall quality of life. This is proven by the growth of self-esteem brands and the development of new retail spaces. Mark Norman dives into specifics on how today's market is affecting today's retailers.

It’s Throwback Thursday!  This week’s episode was pulled straight from the Retail Retold archives of January, 2021. In this interview, our host, Chris Ressa welcomes Rachel Beider the proud owner of PRESS modern massage. Rachel combines marketing, technology, and old-fashion site selection in an intriguing way.  As markets continue to evolve, so too does real estate strategy. W...

Chris Ressa shares the inside story about Macy's Backstage located at the Village at Allen in Allen, TX.

This week’s podcast episode is a special overview of our recent market research piece called The Store Won. About The Store Won: Many experts predicted the global pandemic had created a permanent shift in buying behavior. E-commerce would continue to grow and brick-and-mortar stores were dead. Well, we can cancel the funeral: Brick-and-mortar is growing faster than e-commerce. Digitally native bra...

Chris is joined by Danielle Brunelli, President of RJ Brunelli & Co., LLC. She currently concentrates on tenant representation work and exclusively represents Dollar Tree in all of New Jersey, Gregory’s Coffee, Raising Canes, and Vio Med Spa. Listen in as she shares a unique deal with Dollar Tree! Danielle received her real estate license at 18. Do you know anyone else who received their licen...

Were you surprised by any of the top trends at this year’s Las Vegas ICSC Event? Today’s podcast episode is a recording of What's In Store, a live show with Chris Ressa and Karly Iacono that takes place once a month on LinkedIn. In these live shows, they discuss the latest news in retail and real estate. The most recent show was focused on Chris and Karly’s Top 5 Predictions for the 2022 ICSC even...

Chris is LIVE from Vegas ICSC, 2022 with guest Jason Mallette. Have you heard of Cracker Barrel's new concept Maple Street Biscuit Company? The growing breakfast business prides itself on four founding principles: Comfort Food With a Modern Twist Gracious Service Immaculately Clean Stores Sustainable Business Have you ever tried their infamous biscuits? Jason is the Sr. Real Estate Manager at Crac...