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EP 127: Anderson Integrative Medicine in Chesapeake, VA with Nicole Campbell Aug 05, 2021

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How did that office end up in your neighborhood?

In this special episode Chris speaks with Nicole Campbell, Office Leasing Specialist for Divaris Real Estate. Nicole shares insights on the suburban office market changes and challenges from her perspective as an office broker in Hampton Roads, the eastern side of Virginia metropolitan. Listen in to hear how she got Anderson Integrative Medicine open in Chesapeake, VA!

EP 126: Liza Amlani (RTS #37) Aug 03, 2021

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It is time for some Real Talk with Liza Amlani!

Liza is a retail insider with over 20 years of experience in fashion retail and merchandizing and is the Principal and Founder of Retail Strategy Group, a firm dedicated to up lifting the entire retail process.

Listen in as she shares how her firm helps retailers dramatically improve profitability, efficiencies, and merchandizing optimizations across omni-channels. Liza also discusses the importance of sustainability in the retail world, and the monetary and environmental benefits of retail transparency!

EP 125: Grant’s Kitchen & Grill in Gallatin, TN with Caroline Harrelson Jul 29, 2021

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Caroline Harrelson, Retail Recruitment Consultant Specialist for The Retail Coach, shares what it is like to work for local municipalities to bring retail to their communities. Listen in to hear how she helped connect Grant’s Kitchen & Grill, a casual restaurant with one location, to a new market, and an investor to partner with! Giving a small business owner the opportunity to scale up and work out a deal leading to his dream of franchising realized!

EP 124: Auntie Anne’s in Orlando, FL & Duck Donuts in Harrisburg, PA with Andy Kmiec Jul 22, 2021

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7-billion-dollar donut industry and growing!

We have a double header in today’s episode! Andy Kmiec, Vice President of Development at Duck Donuts, shares his story about opening an unconventional Auntie Anne’s location in Orlando, and Duck Donut’s new endeavor into the drive-thru business model in Harrisburg, PA.

Listen in now to hear how he got the deals done with perseverance, brand awareness, and creativity, turning a 200 sq. foot kiosk into a top selling location!

EP 123: Magic Beans in Cambridge, MA with Eli Gurock Jul 15, 2021

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Opening a new location in 45 days, just in time for Christmas!

Eli Gurock, co-owner of Magic Beans, a baby gear and toy retailer, and Youtuber with over 22M views joins us on today’s podcast. Eli shares his story about opening a new location in Cambridge MA filling the space previously occupied by a specialty toy store just weeks before the Christmas shopping season. Listen to his episode now to find out how he navigates customer acquisition costs, and his innovative solution to staffing!

EP 122: Maria Toliopoulos (RTS #36) Jul 08, 2021

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It’s time for some more real talk with Maria Toliopoulos!

Maria, Vice President of Real Estate Strategy at Ulta Beauty, brings her Real Estate and leadership strategy to today’s talk.

Chris and Maria discuss the convergence of the physical retail space and online retail, and how Amazon’s move to brick-and-mortar locations and, the pandemic provided two pivotal moments for retailers to bring change and innovation to their real estate strategies. Maria also shares where she finds her passion for retail real estate and what excites her about being a leader. Listen now!

EP 121: Rick Helfenbein (RTS #35) Jul 06, 2021

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It’s time for some REAL TALK with Rick Helfenbein!

Rick is a Retail & Fashion Industry Consultant, and former Chairman, President and CEO of the American Apparel & Footwear Association. With over 20 years of experience in fashion retail and manufacturing, Rick shares his take on the fashion industry today, and where it’s going tomorrow!

Listen in as he shares industry trade trends, and the surprising opportunities inflation can bring to fashion retailers.

EP 120: Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa in Dallas, TX with Kris Smith Jul 01, 2021

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Today’s guest is Kris Smith, Vice President of Real Estate Development for Hand & Stone Massage Franchise Corporation

Kris’ enthusiasm and dedication to his franchisees is hard to ignore! In this episode, Kris shares his own unique experience as a former franchisee and how it impacts his role as a VP. Chris and Kris discuss the value in multi-unit operators, building the franchisee-franchisor relationship, and the benefits of a member-based business.

EP 119: Armor Coffee Co. in Allen, TX with Mike Todryk Jun 24, 2021

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Today’s guest is Mike Todryk, CEO and founder of Armor Coffee Co.

Mike and Chris discuss the importance of customer loyalty, choosing faith over fear during uncertain times, and what success really looks like. Mike also shares his powerhouse, three pillar business strategy with us. Listen now!

EP 118: Buff City Soap in Charleston, WV with Rick Kueber Jun 17, 2021

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Rick Kueber, the CEO of Sun Tan City, and a franchisee of Buff City Soap and Planet Fitness joins our host Chris Ressa to discuss the importance of a good track record and knowing your trade area. Rick shares a story about a Buff City Soap deal in Charleston, WV, giving us a textbook example of the saying “there’s no deal until there’s a deal.”

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