Chicago — PCS, a Chicago-based fully-integrated construction management firm, has provided construction management and advisory services to Poag Shopping Centers, LLC that resulted in the transformation of a portion of a parking garage into a high-profile restaurant for its LaCenterra retail center in suburban Houston. Throughout the entire development process from lease negotiations to the opening of the restaurant, PCS advised the lifestyle center’s owners and the tenant on the various challenges for transforming a portion of the parking facility into a Bar Louie restaurant. With PCS’ support, the local …
New York City — On May 9, 2019, luxury handbag authority Rebag opened its third retail location in California and sixth brick-and-mortar location in the U.S., opening in the Westfield Santa Anita mall in Santa Anita, Calif. “When planning our retail expansion, we listen to our customers and essentially bring Rebag right into their own backyards,” says Charles Gorra, CEO and founder of Rebag. “I am particularly excited for Rebag in Westfield Santa Anita in order to expand our reach outside of the immediate Los Angeles area to a brand-conscious …
— Interview with Tina Swanson — R&R: Where are you based and how long has Restaurant Technologies been in business? Tina Swanson: Restaurant Technologies is based in Minneapolis and has been providing automated solutions to restaurants for more than 20 years. R&R: What is your title and how long have you been with the company? Swanson: I lead the field sales, customer experience, account management and sales force effectiveness functions. I have been part of the Restaurant Technologies team since 2012. R&R: What trades/services do you offer retailers and restaurants? …
— Interview with Melissa Jones — Melissa Jones is business unit leader of Pentair Residential & Commercial Filtration. R&R: Where are you based and how long has the company been in business? Melissa Jones: Pentair was founded 1966 and is based in Golden Valley, Minnesota. Everpure, our industry-leading foodservice water treatment brand, was founded in 1933. R&R: What trades/services do you offer retailers and restaurants? Jones: Products: Everpure brand water treatment products. – Point-of-use solutions for a wide range of water-using foodservice applications including coffee/tea, fountain beverage, steam cooking, ice …
Los Angeles — The Professional Retail Store Maintenance Association (PRSM), now known as Connex, has named CBRE | FacilitySource as the 2019 U.S. Supplier Company of the Year. The prestigious award, which recognizes performance excellence by a supplier to the retail facility management industry, was presented at the PRSM2019 National Conference on April 30, 2019 in Denver. “This recognition is a reflection of the hard work and dedication of our team, who work to deliver unmatched client outcomes every day,” says Bill Hayden, CEO of CBRE | FacilitySource. CBRE | …
Chicago — DSI Holdings Corporation, the largest owner and operator of ServiceMaster franchises in the United States, has hired Michael Ganda as its new director of strategic marketing. His primary responsibility will be overseeing DSI’s web site and digital presence. “I am thrilled to welcome Michael Ganda into the DSI family,” says Jim Boccher, DSI’s president and CEO. “Michael has over 18 years of experience developing and executing digital marketing and business strategies. He has led billion-dollar companies in this capacity and his vision and skill set is exactly what …
Dallas — MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes, the “better burger” fast-casual franchise, has hired key executives — including president and COO — that will enhance franchisee support and prepare for rapid franchise development. The company has added a new president and COO, Tony Darden, who comes to MOOYAH after serving as COO at Taco Bueno. Prior to Taco Bueno, Darden spent more than a decade at Panera Bread and more than 15 years at Bennigan’s. MOOYAH also added a new director of supply chain, a real estate and development manager, …
Orlando, Fla. — Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, Engineers and Planners has promoted Joe Keene to senior vice president of engineering. Formerly vice president of mechanical engineering, Keene will now oversee strategic direction and management of the firm’s engineering disciplines, including Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection. “We are looking forward to Joe taking on this strategic leadership role as we expand our reach and engineering service offerings to align with our evolving client partner needs,” says Joshua Inman, director of operations. With an extensive professional portfolio under his belt, …
Atlanta — Tropical Smoothie Cafe, LLC, a leading national fast-casual cafe concept, is opening the 750th location in its system on May 17, 2019 in Sugar Land, Texas. This major milestone showcases Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s rapid growth and sets the company one step closer to reaching its goal of opening 130 new cafes in 2019. “We continue to experience tremendous growth year after year and are extremely proud to announce the opening of our 750th cafe,” says Charles Watson, CEO of Tropical Smoothie Cafe, LLC. “We are excited to celebrate …
Boca Raton, Fla. — Office Depot, Inc. has promoted Richard Haas to senior vice president and chief accounting officer, effective June 14, 2019. He will report to Office Depot’s executive vice president and chief financial officer, Joseph Lower. Haas has served as the company’s vice president of tax since January 2014, providing leadership and oversight for all tax matters. Prior to joining Office Depot, he was vice president of tax for OfficeMax since 2007. “Richard has demonstrated significant accounting and tax knowledge since joining Office Depot,” says Lower. “As part …