Retail Retold

In this week's Retail Retold Replay, Chris sits down with Brin Snelling , Director of Strategy at RetailUnion . With ICSC 2024 quickly approaching, it is the perfect opportunity to review how data is being used to drive real estate decisions amidst an ever-changing retail landscape. Listen in for expert insights from two real estate professionals!

In this weeks episode, Chris sits down with Scott Auster , Executive Vice President and Head of Leasing at Urban Edge Properties . They discuss the tailwinds that have allowed the retail sector to thrive, and how they have contributed to a shifting attitude towards store formats and lease clauses.

In this weeks episode, Chris sits down with Brian Hilko , PGA professional and founder of The Golf Factory in Mt Prospect Illinois as they discuss Brian's entrepreneurial journey. Find out what it took to make Brian's vision a reality. From financing to finding a location to buildout costs, this episode is valuable for every aspiring entrepreneur and real estate professional!

It takes more than a "retail apocalypse" to stop NYC.   In this week's episode of Retail Retold, Chris sits down with Ariel Schuster , Vice Chairman at Newmark  and NYC retail real estate expert. Ariel offers a deep dive into the NYC retail real estate market, down to which neighborhoods are the hottest destinations for brands right now. 

Outline Challenges in funding direct-to-consumer products due to market changes and investor caution.            •         Funding for direct-to-consumer products is challenging, with a 97% decrease in venture capital funding in 2022 compared to 2021.         ...

In this weeks episode, Chris sits down with Melina Cordero , founder of P20, a digital learning platform focused on helping Companies adjust to a post 2020 environment. Listen in to learn about the future of workplace culture, shifting recruitment strategies, and measuring success in DEI!

In Today's episode of Retail Retold, Chris sits down with Brian Vigorita , owner of Hudson Valley Pickleball and Golf Center in Poughkeepsie NY. They talk about Brian's other entrepreneurial ventures, the process of getting a business open, and offer a sneak peek into Hudson Valley Pickleball!

Those who act on today's trends will be tomorrow's big winners In this week's episode, Chris sits down with Ethan Chernofsky , head of marketing at Placer. AI  as they discuss the most important retail real estate trends in 2024.  You'll also learn: What is "affordable luxury" What context is necessary to accurately analyze segments of retail real estate? How resilient has the grocery ca...

In this solo episode, Chris tackles assignment provisions in commercial leases, which allow tenants to sell their business to other entities Chris dives into the perspectives of both tenants and landlords, the importance of finding a balance between flexibility and control, and what factors to consider during the approval process for assignments.

It's time for another episode of What's in Store with Karly and Chris! Today's episode is all about cold hard cash, and how to get more of it from your retail properties! Tune in as Karly and Chris discuss densification, ancillary income, working with existing tenants on renewal terms, financial strategies, and property upgrades.

Paul Yousef is the Principal Dealer at Millenium Wireless Technology, Inc (MWT), an authorized AT&T dealer with 28 locations in the Midwest. In today’s episode, Paul shares a truly fascinating story about buying 7 struggling locations in Wisconsin and how he turned it into 10 profitable stores! Chris and...

Chris is rejuvenated from some well-deserved time off and ready to drop some knowledge! In the real estate industry, adding value is the name of the game. Today's solo episode explores three ways to add value in a low-vacancy environment along with the story of navigating a tricky development deal for a Starbucks in Newburgh, NY.

Join Chris Ressa as he sits down with Roxy Klein, a broker at Progressive Real Estate Partners focused on the Inland Empire. You'll learn: How to balance patience with urgency in the dealmaking process How strong is leasing momentum in the Inland Empire? What is bad real estate vs. bad pricing? What is a conditional use permit? How quickly deals change, the importance of being adaptive

It's another episode of What's in Store! This week, Karly and Chris are navigating the tricky world of lease provisions. Listen in as two experts in commercial real estate discuss seven common kinds of lease provisions, their thoughts on each, and the best tips for negotiating these provisions with tenants.

This week Chris Ressa sits down with Louis Asbury, VP of real estate at Diamonds Direct. Make sure you bring a pen and pencil because a LOT is covered in this episode. From the state of the jewelry business to the future of pickleball and the real estate behind all of it, this episode is chock full of insights.     Join Chris and Louis as they tell the story behind one of Diamond Di...

Possession contingencies in the retail real estate world – CRITICAL. This week Chris Ressa tackles this game-changing aspect of retail real estate deals – possession contingencies. Find out why this clause is a game-changer when signing leases for retail spaces. And why. BONUS: 2024 is a perfect time to reflect on where you can skill-up both professionally and personally. We think you’ll be very c...

On today’s #ThrowbackThursday, we return to December of 2022 when Chris Ressa sat down with Brin Snelling to talk about the evolving retail landscape and the changes in store for 2023.   A year later, many of these predictions were right on target. Brin explains how brands can make informed decisions on store locations and enhance their retail strategies by leveraging customer data, demo...

With the year coming to an end, Chris and Karly are here to give you their top retail real estate predictions for 2024! ⭐ Shift to suburbs : Due to a shift in lifestyle preferences and an increase in hybrid work environments, suburbs will dominate retail real estate in the new year. ⭐ Green is in : Retail properties will embrace sustainability by trying out LED lighting, solar initiatives, and w...

We all know how important it is to invest in ourselves. But Ty Brewster took that advice to the next level – by spending $30,000 per year when his income was only $18,000! Ty is a retail broker for Locate AI, a company that provides location and revenue analysis for potential store locations for franchisees.  By taking risks and investing in his career, Ty was able to build a team of brokers...

Are you dreaming of a white Christmas? Jim Barone is here to clear the snow! This week Barone, President of Barone Enterprises, joins Chris Ressa on Retail Retold to dive into the world of retail real estate management. What are the unique challenges and opportunities of the snowplowing industry? From insurance hurdles to life-saving efforts during extreme storms, learn what it takes to succeed in...

Let’s take a deep dive into recent retail mergers and acquisitions. Chris Ressa and Karly Iacono guide us through the dynamics of recent REIT mergers, from Kimco’s strategic moves to Regency’s suburban market plans. ⭐ a shift towards consolidation ⭐ challenges of scaling in a competitive market ⭐ clever capital structures influencing acquisitions Listen in now to hear more!

Got 10 minutes?   You should. In a special episode of Retail Retold, Chris Ressa dives into DLC’s $100M blockbuster acquisition of four properties in four states.   The unique dynamics of this deal, combined with the challenges commercial real estate companies face in the current economic climate, make this a one of-a-kind story.    There are incredibly exciting prospects comin...

‘Tis the season for holiday shopping… and CEO insights! No better time than Black Friday, the official kick-off of the holiday shopping season to hear from Tom McGee, CEO and President of the International Conference of Shopping Centers (ICSC). Listen to this week’s episode of Retail Retold with Chris Ressa and you’ll get the answers to all your burning retail questions not to mention some extra i...

🔥“I’m an opportunity buyer, not a distressed seller.”🔥 Gary Rappaport’s story is a testament to seizing opportunities and thriving in the world of retail real estate. As the CEO of Rappaport, he preaches about the importance of embracing entrepreneurship and being willing to take risks. 📕 the art of creating long-term assets, embracing risk, and finding value in every property 💻the evolving re...

“The asset level fundamentals have never been stronger […] I have never seen the type of demand and increased percentage that we’ve gotten over the prior year, for some of the renewals that we’ve been able to execute.”    This week, DLC’s very own VP of Leasing Daniel Nieman brings 🔥 to Retail Retold with Chris Ressa. 👊 Why small businesses are thriving   👊 How Dan seal...