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Where We Buy: Retail Real Estate with James Cook

James Cook and his fellow retail researchers visit shopping destinations around the world, interview retail and real estate executives and discuss market research in a fast-paced and fun setting. James researches retail and real estate for JLL.

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26:32

Convenience Culture with Nuveen's Katie Grissom -...

Where We Buy: Retail Real Estate with James Cook ·

2024/07/12

Katie Grissom is the Head of Retail and Mixed-Use, Americas at Nuveen. She explains the company's retail investment strategy, emphasizing the importance of understanding consumer behavior. Katie points out the evolving demands of millennials, the significance of convenience culture, and the potential impacts of Gen Z's burgeoning buying power. Real-life examples of successful retail environments, such as Specialty Shops SouthPark in Charlotte and a Whole Foods-anchored center in Franklin, Tennessee,

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22:03

The Future of Downtown New Orleans - Where We Buy #298

Where We Buy: Retail Real Estate with James Cook ·

2024/07/05

Davon Barbour, President and CEO of the New Orleans Downtown Development District, discusses downtown New Orleans' vibrant retail, dining, and entertainment. Barbour elaborates on the the importance of public-private partnerships. He also highlights initiatives to support small businesses and attract new retailers, making downtown a hub for commerce and culture. James Cook is the Director of Retail Research in the Americas for JLL. Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Listen: WhereWeBuy.show

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23:32

State of Play: Flight Club & Beyond - Where We Buy #297

Where We Buy: Retail Real Estate with James Cook ·

2024/06/28

Toby Harris, President & CEO of State of Play Hospitality discusses his company's three innovative entertainment offerings: Flight Club, Hijingo, and Bounce. Flight Club combines darts with upscale hospitality and cutting-edge technology, making it accessible and fun for all. He also shares insights into the origins and expansion plans for Hijingo, a high-energy, immersive bingo experience, and Bounce, a ping pong-based concept. The episode covers site selection decisions for their venues, the high

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49:10

Redefining Retail in a Post-Digital World - Where We...

Where We Buy: Retail Real Estate with James Cook ·

2024/06/21

Giuseppe Stigliano is co-author of the new book “Redefining Retail: 10 Guiding Principles of a Post-Digital World.” With a Ph.D. in Marketing and Economics, he has co-authored influential business books with international guru Philip Kotler, such as 'Retail 4.0', 'Onlife Fashion', and 'Redefining Retail'. He highlights the necessity for retailers to adapt to changing consumer needs, the evolution towards an 'OptiChannel' strategy, and the role of new technologies such as AI in shaping the future of

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18:24

The First Youth Sports Complex to Anchor a Lifestyle...

Where We Buy: Retail Real Estate with James Cook ·

2024/06/14

Bluhawk in Overland Park, Kansas is a 277-acre mixed-use development anchored by a massive indoor sports facility. The facility includes basketball courts, turf fields, and NHL regulation ice rinks, which will attract a significant youth sports crowd. Kent Price and Bart Lowen of developer Price Brothers talk about the vision behind Bluhawk, the types of retail tenants suitable for such a development, and how it integrates community, health, and commercial elements. James Cook is the Director of

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32:46

Celebrity Backed Restaurants - Where We Buy #294

Where We Buy: Retail Real Estate with James Cook ·

2024/06/07

James Cook and Keisha Virtue wanted to see to see how many celebrity restaurants they could visit in two hours on the Las Vegas Strip. In their research, they identified 361 celebrity restaurant openings in the past 5 years in the U.S. and Canada. These establishments not only boost tourism but also create a competitive edge in the competitive restaurant industry. Celebrity restaurants serve as major tourist attractions, particularly in popular corridors like Las Vegas Boulevard and Nashville's

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28:14

IT'SUGAR's Sweet Real Estate Strategy - Where We Buy...

Where We Buy: Retail Real Estate with James Cook ·

2024/05/31

IT'SUGAR is known for its extensive variety of treats and innovative products. It's a leader in what the company call "sugartainment." Jonathan Schwartz, Vice President of Real Estate and Business Development discusses the brand's latest endeavors, retail strategies, and future plans. The company often seeks locations in impulsive purchasing environments like Las Vegas, where they have six stores. The focus remains on tourist markets, lifestyle centers, urban locations, and premier properties. The

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32:46

Exploring Insights from ICSC Las Vegas 2024- Where We...

Where We Buy: Retail Real Estate with James Cook ·

2024/05/24

James sits down with Deborah Weinswig, CEO of Coresight Research and Ana Leon, Director of Retail Research at Nuveen to chat about the latest trends in retail, real estate, and technology discussed at ICSC Las Vegas 2024. The conversation covers augmented reality, RFID technology, ethnic grocery stores, retail media networks, and the growing importance of mixed-use development. The guests also share their views on the economic outlook and consumer behavior. James Cook is the director of retail

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47:21

Insights and Predictions Pre-ICSC Las Vegas - Where...

Where We Buy: Retail Real Estate with James Cook ·

2024/05/17

Tom McGee, ICSC President and CEO, along with Dana Telsey CEO of Telsey Advisory Group, dive into emerging trends in retail real estate and consumer behavior, focusing on topics such as the impact of supply issues on leasing activity, the rise of omnichannel retailing, and the importance of local boutiques. They also cover insights on consumer spending, local businesses, and innovative retail strategies. Naveen Jaggi is President of Retail Advisory Services for JLL Americas James Cook is the

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30:41

Retail Sales Forecasting 101 - Where We Buy #290

Where We Buy: Retail Real Estate with James Cook ·

2024/05/10

Sales forecasting is critical for retailers and restaurants. Paul Sill, the head of the Visionary Insights Group at JLL, explains how forecasting models are built and used. The episode also explores how internal and external data, including customer demographics, competitor data, and mobile data, are incorporated into predictive models to assist retailers in making informed real estate decisions. James Cook is the Director of Retail Research in the Americas for JLL. Subscribe: Apple Podcasts |

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35:29

Retail Real Estate's Low Supply and High Demand -...

Where We Buy: Retail Real Estate with James Cook ·

2024/05/03

Keisha Virtue gives the latest data on how retail vacancy rates are affected by high demand and a lack of supply. She explores the shift towards smaller store footprints and the impact of inflation on the construction of new shopping centers. She also touches on the varying expansion and contraction across retail sectors, with notable movements in the grocery, discount, and experiential spaces. James Cook is the Director of Retail Research in the Americas for JLL. Subscribe: Apple Podcasts |

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43:46

Qloo's AI Predicts the Perfect Tenant - Where We Buy...

Where We Buy: Retail Real Estate with James Cook ·

2024/04/26

Alex Elias is CEO and co-founder of Qloo, an AI platform designed to understand and predict consumer tastes. He discusses how AI-driven prediction models can influence retail strategies and shopping center development, touching on the significance of privacy-centric data collection. This episode also includes a live demonstration of Qloo's affinity model. Sam Delisi is an operating partner at Moderne Ventures, a venture capital firm that has invested in Qloo. He joins to give his take on the state

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38:27

Cindy the Virtual Influencer - Where We Buy #287

Where We Buy: Retail Real Estate with James Cook ·

2024/04/15

Meet Cindy, a virtual spokesperson designed to forge stronger connections between shoppers and shopping centers. Cindy was created using AI tools, but isn't herself an AI. This episode explores the motivations behind Cindy's creation. The team behind Cindy delves into the challenges and successes of bringing a virtual influencer to life, emphasizing the potential of virtual influencers in building trust and authenticity. This conversation also touches on the technological and creative processes

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34:24

Lions & Malls & Bears, Oh My! - Where We Buy #286

Where We Buy: Retail Real Estate with James Cook ·

2024/04/08

Join Stephen Dombrovski as he takes us on a journey through the evolution of shopping centers and the art of showmanship. From his childhood experiences witnessing the birth the modern mall to a career in retail real estate, Stephen shares stories about the remarkable events and promotions that transformed malls into vibrant community hubs during the 1970s. Get ready for bear wrestling, lion taming, and old-time showmanship, as we discover the significance of experiential retail. James Cook is the

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30:39

EDENS CEO Jodie McLean on Creating Community - Where...

Where We Buy: Retail Real Estate with James Cook ·

2024/04/01

Beginning in 2006, a pivotal year marked by the widespread adoption of broadband internet, EDENS embarked on a journey to redefine itself by focusing on human connection and experiential retail. Jodie McLean, CEO of EDENS, explores the company's mission to enrich communities. Jodie shares personal anecdotes to illustrate Edens’ evolution towards creating spaces that facilitate social interactions and community engagement, emphasizing the importance of dwell time and the concept of 'consequential

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37:05

Which Supermarkets Opened the Most New Stores? -...

Where We Buy: Retail Real Estate with James Cook ·

2024/03/25

This episode dives into the current landscape within the grocery store industry in North America. The conversation also touches on the role of technology and online grocery shopping, the resilience and attractiveness of grocery-anchored shopping centers to investors, and more market insights from the United States and Canada. Download a free copy of the JLL grocery report here: https://www.us.jll.com/en/trends-and-insights/research/grocery-tracker Today's show features discussions with JLL

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25:59

The Scientist and the Shopping Center - Where We Buy...

Where We Buy: Retail Real Estate with James Cook ·

2024/03/18

Dr. Gordon Chiu is a scientist and commercial real estate investor. Facing a pothole problem at his shopping center in Scranton, Pennsylvania, Chiu used his unique expertise in graphene, a modern and strong material, to develop an efficient and cost-effective solution for repairing potholes, substantially improving the longevity of asphalt and reducing legal and financial liabilities. Dr Chiu is a regular guest on the Calling All Explorers podcast. James Cook is the Director of Retail Research in

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34:13

A New York Story with Michael Hirschfeld - Where We...

Where We Buy: Retail Real Estate with James Cook ·

2024/03/10

Michael Hirschfeld discusses his over 50-year career in the retail real estate industry, focusing on urban markets across the U.S. He started in 1970s New York City at a time when retail brokerage was not the developed field that it is today. He speaks to the evolution of urban retail, the impact of changing market dynamics on retail real estate, and future opportunities within the industry. He also talks about the broader transformations in New York City's urban landscape, providing insights into

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30:47

Tech Tools to Decode Consumer Behavior - Where We Buy...

Where We Buy: Retail Real Estate with James Cook ·

2024/03/03

This episode features two tech companies, exploring what their products mean for retailers and shopping centers. Verlin Youd explains how Ariadne's technology tracks customer behavior in physical locations such as stores, shopping centers, and airports, thereby providing retailers with analytics historically limited to e-commerce. Zied Ladhari discusses how Raydiant's platform delivers content on digital screens both inside and outside of stores. The platform can monitor the performance of

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45:37

Retail Boom in the Sunshine State - Where We Buy #280

Where We Buy: Retail Real Estate with James Cook ·

2024/02/22

Justin Greider, the Florida retail lead at JLL, explains how the state attracts new residents with a lower cost of living, ultimately driving up demand for retail space. Tourism also remains a powerful driver for Florida's retail sector, with Orlando and South Florida benefiting the most. In addition, industry veteran David Zoba and JLL President of Retail Advisory Services Naveen Jaggi discuss the current state of retail real estate, pointing out a shift towards more competition for food and

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