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Terminix Adds New General Counsel and New CIO to Leadership Team

by Katie Lee

Memphis, Tenn. — Terminix Global Holdings, Inc., a leading provider of residential and commercial pest control, has hired Deidre Richardson as senior vice president and general counsel, as well as Joy Wald as senior vice president and chief information officer. “Deidre and Joy are dynamic and experienced executives,” says Terminix CEO Brett Ponton. “Deidre’s rich and diverse experience with multi-unit businesses and large distributed workforces will help us develop a framework through the Terminix Way where our teammates can be successful. Joy’s operational background and experience with subscription and route-based …

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Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Opens First New Jersey Location

by Katie Lee

Linden, N.J. — In a transaction arranged by CBRE, fast-casual restaurant Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers will be opening its first New Jersey location this month in Linden. The Wichita, Kan.-based chain has committed to a pad lease for its 3,200-square-foot prototypical building and double drive-thru at Legacy Square, Cypress Development’s new open air shopping center along Linden’s primary retail corridor. Co-founded in 2002 by Scott Redler and Bill, Randy and Freddy Simon, Freddy’s opened its first location in Wichita, Kan. The brand was acquired by private equity firm Thompson …

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CrossFit Names Former Nike Executive as President

by Katie Lee

Boulder, Colo. — CrossFit LLC has appointed former Nike executive Jason Dunlop to the new role of president. Dunlop, a seasoned business leader who also held senior roles at Starbucks and Gap, will help accelerate CrossFit’s global growth. “I’m thrilled to welcome Jason as my partner in leading CrossFit towards our goal of transforming 100 million lives,” says Eric Roza, CEO of CrossFit. “Jason’s expertise leading the hypergrowth of some of the world’s leading brands across Europe, the Middle East and Africa will be a powerful driver for achieving CrossFit’s …

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New Farm-Fresh Concept, Naked Farmer, Expands into South Florida

by Katie Lee

Miami — As its nears its first anniversary, Naked Farmer will be expanding its operations and opening two new locations, one of which will mark the concept’s entrance into the South Florida market. Naked Farmer has signed leases in Miami’s Coral Gables neighborhood and Water Street in downtown Tampa. The farm-to-fork restaurant concept opened its flagship location last June amidst the pandemic with great success and plans to expand and open 15 to 20 additional locations throughout the state over the next 3 to 4 years. “This is a Florida …

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Williams-Sonoma Brand, Rejuvenation, Opens First Store in Minnesota

by Katie Lee

Portland, Ore. — Rejuvenation, a portfolio brand of Williams-Sonoma, Inc., opened its first Minnesota location in Edina’s shopping and restaurant destination, Galleria Edina, on July 2, 2021. The new Galleria store serves as a go-to destination for consumers and industry experts looking to shop Rejuvenation’s signature assortment of quality lighting, hardware and home goods. The 5,500-square-foot space will showcase more than 240 light fixtures and 40 collections of hardware alongside the brand’s assortment of furniture, textiles, outdoor living collections and more. “We’ve been partnering with customers on residential and commercial …

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Parking Lot Safety

by Katie Lee

— By Bob Lester — Tips to ensure outdoor spaces are structurally safe for al fresco dining and more.   Enjoying a delicious meal in the sunshine and warm breeze is one of the most pleasant experiences to come out of the pandemic. Dining patrons are requesting to skip the indoor spaces in lieu of fresh air — initially due to COVID-19 safety — but research is showing this trend may continue long past the pandemic. In spring 2021, only 26% of people say they feel comfortable dining indoors, and …

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Slim Chickens Inks 23-Unit Franchise Agreement in Tampa DMA

by Katie Lee

Tampa, Fla. — Slim Chickens has signed a 23-unit agreement with investment group Florida Slims to bring the brand to Tampa. The first located is slated to open in the Wesley Chapel area in early 2022. Florida Slims is experienced in real estate development and multi-unit restaurant operations. The group’s background is expected to well equip them to open the new locations. “Florida Slims is the perfect group to help us expand in Florida’s Gulf Coast. Their portfolio proves that they will do amazing work,” says Jackie Lobdell, vice president …

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Remember Your Roof

by Katie Lee

— By Steve Smith — Managing shopping center roofing issues with a post-pandemic budget.   As the retail industry begins to fully reopen and emerge from the pandemic, shopping center owners are busy getting their operations back in full gear. This means bringing back staff, supporting retail tenants, reopening food courts, planning on-site marketing efforts and, most importantly, ensuring all the infrastructure is running properly and in good shape. This will no doubt create costs for shopping center owners and operators — and at a time when budgets are tight …

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The Purple Factory Outlet to Open First Store in Georgia

by Katie Lee

Atlanta — Innovative mattress retailer The Purple Factory Outlet will open its first store in the state of Georgia late this summer. Located at The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta, the new store is scheduled to open in early September. The Purple Factory Outlet will encompass 4,506 square feet. In addition to mattresses, The Purple Factory Outlet will also sell a variety of other products, including pillows, seat cushions, frames, sheets and more. “The Purple Factory Outlet brings a whole new dynamic to The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta, and we couldn’t …

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London-based Flight Club to Debut Immersive Bar/Restaurant in Houston

by Katie Lee

Houston — Flight Club will bring its immersive bar and restaurant concept to Houston later this year, marking the third location for the British import that has revolutionized the traditional game of darts. The Houston location is set to open in late 2021 in the newly developed Regent Square and will feature semi-private game areas, an eclectic bar program led by award-winning Peter Vestinos, and menu curated by acclaimed Chicago Chef Rich Gresh. “Houston is an incredibly diverse city with vibrant food and drink scene; we are so thrilled that …

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