Retail Radio brings you the pulse of retail real estate, uncovering the latest expansion plans, retail developments, and site selection strategies.

This episode features insights from the Retail Strategies team (Madison Neal and Megan Jimenez) attending the ICSC Red River Conference in Dallas, January, 2024. They discuss firsthand experiences from industry conferences and emerging trends in the retail and real estate sector.

Key Topics:

1. Conferences as Catalysts: Retail Strategies team members share their experiences from attending the ICSC Red River show, highlighting the importance of industry events in networking and staying ahead of trends.
2. Emerging Retail Trends: A focus on the growing interest in entertainment concepts and beverage expansions, showcasing how brands are innovating to meet consumer demands.
3. Adaptations in Real Estate: Discussion on how entertainment and fast-casual dining trends are influencing real estate strategies, including site selection and the adaptation of traditional brands.
4. The Franchisee Challenge: Insights into the challenges brands face in finding franchisees and how Retail Strategies supports this effort, emphasizing the opportunity for growth in various markets.

Retail real estate strategies with industry insiders. (0:04)
Retail industry trends at ICSC Red River show. (1:06)
Retail trends and new concepts in Texas. (4:23)
Retail real estate trends and growth strategies. (7:11)