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Send us Fan Mail Brian Sheehan is back with another exclusive episode with Perspire Sauna Studio! Their sauna combines the centuries-old healing practice of traditional sauna with the science-backed technology of infrared and red light therapy to optimize health and wellness.

Send us Fan Mail Join Brian Sheehan, Director of National Accounts, as he talks to Jake Radeski, Senior Real Estate Manager from Modern Animal. In this podcast, more about Jake's history and career path as well as how Modern Animal is changing the way pet owners and veterinarians interact. Tune in and discover how Modern Animal is making veterinary care more convenient, affordable, and access...

Send us Fan Mail We're back with an ALL NEW host, Brian Sheehan, Director of National Accounts! Check out our latest episode as he talks to Austin Diemer about all things Kids Empire.

Send us Fan Mail We’re turning up the heat on this episode! Dave’s Hot Chicken’s Senior Vice President of Real Estate, Dannon Shiff, joins us to share the background and exciting future of this hot QSR. The concept was started in 2017 with only $900 and the quest to create perfect hot chicken. Today, the group has successfully opened almost 100 units with many more slated to open soon. Dannon shar...

Send us Fan Mail As of July 2022, Phillips Edison (PECO) has been one year Nasdaq-Listed! In celebration, our host Ashley Casey, sits down with CEO and co-founder, Jeff Edison to discuss the past 12 months both at Phillips Edison and in the retail real estate industry. Since being founded in 1991, PECO has grown to be one the one of the nation’s largest owners and operators of omni-channel grocery...

Send us Fan Mail When you mix sandwiches, celebrities, and a secret sauce – you get a sub shop as all-star as the superstars that endorse it! Ike’s Love & Sandwiches’ fans include celebrities like Grammy-nominated Halsey, Super Bowl winner Marshawn Lynch, and Major League Baseball superstar Barry Bonds – with the selfies next to Ike himself to prove it. Listen as our host Ashley Casey takes a...

Send us Fan Mail We’re back with our 34th episode of Retail Intel – live from our companywide virtual PECO XP Week. In this episode, we talk with Mark Heath, Senior Director of Development at Chipotle and Jimmer Bolden, Vice President of Real Estate at Robeks Fresh Juices.

Send us Fan Mail The capital A in Chick-fil-A’s name has a purpose – it means "grade A top quality.” Along with serving quality food, Chick-fil-A has gained a reputation for their outstanding customer service. What better company to hear from during PECO’s annual Customer Service Week? Recorded live from Atlanta, listen as Michael Calloway (Director of Launch Support) shares some nuggets of w...

Send us Fan Mail Clean Juice is a USDA-certified organic juice bar and smoothie brand with over 100 locations open and 55 in development in 28 states. In this episode, Ashley Casey, PECO’s Director of National Accounts, is talking with Clean Juice’s Director of Development, Brennan Kerr. Listen as they discuss the origins of Clean Juice, the importance of transparency in products and operations, a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we’re getting to know Michael Scharff, CEO of Evolv Technologies. Ashley Casey, PECO’s Director of National Accounts, and Michael both share a passion for emerging retail trends and technology. Listen as they discuss how retail has pivoted, the real meaning of omni-channel, and how retailers can succeed in a changing consumer landscape.

Send us Fan Mail We’re celebrating our 30th Anniversary with the 30th episode of Retail Intel – live from our companywide Core Values Week. In this episode, we’re getting to know Richard Feinberg of Xponential Fitness, Nate Ohme of Great Clips, and Robert Kluger of Kura Sushi. Listen as they discuss innovation within their concepts, the changes they’ve experienced over the past year, and their exp...

Send us Fan Mail They’re called Results for a reason. Recognized as one of the highest quality physical therapy organizations in the nation, Results Physiotherapy currently operates over 170 outpatient clinics. In this episode, we get to know David Bromfield, Vice President of Development. Learn more about the Results story and hear how the company is navigating the dynamic conditions that the pan...

Send us Fan Mail Urban Air Adventure Parks is the nation's leading indoor theme park franchise with more than 200 locations. In this episode, we hear how this fast-growing concept is providing a one-of-a-kind experience for thrill seekers of all ages. Listen as Ashley Casey chats with Josh Wall, Chief Franchise Officer for Urban Air, and learn how this innovative brand became the Top Entertai...

Send us Fan Mail HTeaO is taking over the southeast with their freshly brewed tea and family-driven friendly culture. In this episode, join Ashley Casey as she chats with Brad Williamson, Vice President of Real Estate Development for HTeaO, and get to know this Texas-based tea concept. You’ll be craving an iced tea after learning more about their unique flavors… and the secret menu.

Send us Fan Mail Warm milk chocolate chip and chilled sugar cookies are always on the Crumbl menu, along with 120+ specialty flavors that rotate weekly. If you aren’t craving one now, you will be after listening to our newest episode of Retail Intel featuring Britnee Nuehring, VP of Marketing for Crumbl Cookies. Listen as Ashley Casey and Britnee discuss the Crumbl story and learn how it has becom...

Send us Fan Mail In our newest episode, we’re getting to know Grant Guidinger, Vice President of Real Estate for WellBiz Brands. WellBiz Brands is the powerhouse behind three well-known concepts: Amazing Lash Studio, Elements Massage, and Fitness Together. Listen as we explore the changing nature of retail real estate, the growth of WellBiz Brands, and what we’re most looking forward to in 2021.

Send us Fan Mail We recently had the good fortune to chat with Kane Lester, Senior Real Estate Manager for Panda Restaurant Group. In this episode, we learn more about Panda’s corporate model, the evolution from mall locations to grocery-anchored centers, how the company has adapted to the current environment, and their continued focus on putting people first.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we get to know Ken McAllister, President of MY SALON Suite. Listen as Ashley Casey, Director of National Accounts at Phillips Edison, chats with Ken about his background (spoiler: he had no prior salon experience!), the MY SALON Suite real estate model, what sets them apart in a competitive industry, and how the company creates a safe environment for Members and c...

Send us Fan Mail As mandates are lifted and businesses reopen, Phillips Edison’s Property Management team has been proactive in supporting tenants with a variety of solutions. Recorded live from Mike Conway’s living room, we hear from Eric Richter, Senior Vice President of Property Management and Dawn Stamper, Senior Vice President of Customer Experience. Learn how the property management team has...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, live from the 2020 PECO Annual Meeting, we hear from Tom McGee, President and CEO of ICSC. Tom coined the term Retail Renaissance to describe the convergence taking place in the industry. Listen as he highlights how retailers are embracing both digital and physical channels, the biggest takeaways from ICSC’s “The Halo Effect” study, and some of the major innovatio...

Send us Fan Mail It’s an exciting time in retail real estate. Ecommerce is meeting bricks and mortar in innovative ways, and the experience-based economy is growing. Our newest episode features Ashley Casey, Director of National Accounts at Phillips Edison, and her recent presentation at ULI Cincinnati’s 18 Hour City Series event. Listen as Ashley dives in to the retail revolution’s new challenges...

Send us Fan Mail Blaze Pizza is fire’d up for expansion. The fast-casual chain was founded in 2011 with the goal to become “the Chipotle of pizza” and was recently named the #1 “Brand of the Year” in the Fast Casual Top 100. In this episode, we’re chatting with Robert Kluger, Senior Vice President of Development. Listen as we learn about the company’s aggressive expansion (with plans to double in...

Send us Fan Mail What happens in Vegas, doesn’t actually stay in Vegas – and that’s a good thing when it comes to podcasts! In this retailer-packed episode live from ICSC RECon in Las Vegas, we’re chatting with industry experts from: Goldfish Swim School, Chipotle, Bealls Outlet, Blink Fitness, and Little Caesars. Learn more about each of these fast-growing companies, hear their industry insights,...

Send us Fan Mail In our newest episode, we get to know Mark Thompson, CEO and Founder of GroceryAnchored.com. Mark, the “Grocery Guru,” worked as a broker for 10 years before building the website that he’d always wanted. This site has become a powerful resource in the grocery-anchored sector – providing industry professionals with a one-stop option to view deals on the market, sales comps, and dai...

Send us Fan Mail Live from the Phillips Edison Annual Meeting – we get to know Don Barnett, Corporate Real Estate Manager at Kroger and seasoned grocery industry expert. Learn about Kroger’s community focus, new developments (including a food hall!), and innovations that have established the company as a major competitor in the grocery industry.