Fremont, Calif. — On March 5, 2019, Jos. A. Bank opened its newly renovated flagship store in New York City. The two-story location at the corner of Madison Avenue and 46th Street spans over 13,800 square feet. The Madison location, originally opened in 1994, has undergone a full transformation. The open concept store boasts 17-foot ceilings, custom furniture and fixtures in rich brown woods, marbled stone tops, brushed copper hardware and antiqued mirrors. Design elements of shields and a map of the city of Baltimore (where the company was founded …
Santa Monica, Calif. — Veggie Grill has partnered with Sodexo Inc., a global provider of food and facilities management, to offer Veggie Grill’s plant-based menu at university campuses. Since its inception in 2006, Veggie Grill has opened 32 locations in California, Oregon, Washington and Illinois. The brand will launch in East Coast markets, including New York City, this year and continue its extensive expansion through partnerships like Sodexo. “We have strategically opened several of our restaurant locations nearby or on college campuses, including UCLA, UC Berkeley and University of Washington,” …
Deerfield Beach, Fla. — Former ALDI development executive Jeffrey Williams has been promoted to executive vice president of development and construction for Konover South, LLC. Having previously served as senior vice president of development, Williams now provides management and oversight for all of Konover South’s development and construction projects. Built on a legacy of family tradition spanning three generations, Konover South continues the successful track record of The Simon Konover Organization, an industry-leading real estate company since 1957. Konover South is a fully integrated acquisition, development and management company operating …
Bethesda, Md. — The National Association of Electrical Contractors (NECA) has appointed T. David Long as chief executive officer. He will officially join the NECA staff on April 1, 2019. “After a national search, the executive committee unanimously selected David Long to serve as CEO,” says Larry Beltramo, chair of the NECA search committee and vice president at large. “David’s experience as an electrical contractor, his current service as NECA president and his unending dedication to advancing our industry make him the ideal leader for NECA at this important moment …
Las Vegas — Retail technology company Radius8 Inc., a leader in localization, has expanded its role with Orvis, a leading sporting goods and outdoors retailer. Radius8’s technology tailors the online shopping experience in each market by surfacing products to consumers based on what is trending locally and available in their nearest stores. As retailers move to blended online and in-store “omni”-shopping experiences, localization has become table stakes to drive customer engagement and increase sales. As a result, major retailers are increasingly launching and highlighting their localization strategies. Orvis launched Radius8 …
San Francisco — After 44 years, fast-fashion retailer Charlotte Russe is going out of business and closing all of the company’s remaining 416 store locations. A U.S. Bankruptcy Court judge in Delaware approved an order naming SB360 Capital Partners as agent for the liquidation. Going Out of Business Sales start immediately in all stores across 44 states and Puerto Rico. Merchandise currently in the stores — plus additional product from the distribution center and product originally designated to support the e-commerce platform — will be sold at discounted prices. The …
R&R: Where are you based and how long has the company been in business? Clare Thomas: Proudly, Canton, Ohio, since 1866. Under the same family ownership, offering five generations of quality products. R&R: What is your title and how long have you been with the company? Thomas: National sales manager. I started with Metropolitan Ceramics in August of 2005. My background in ceramic tile dates back to 1995, working in distribution, contracting and now for the manufacturer. R&R: What trades/services do you offer retailers and restaurants? Thomas: We are a …
— By Wade Christensen — Preserve the value of your concrete floor. One of the most valuable assets of any commercial building is the concrete floor. It’s also the most likely abused. From restaurants and supermarkets to shopping malls and hospitals and everything in between, new and existing concrete floors need to be protected from everyday wear and potentially damaging substances. In 2018, Tin Roof Bars, a chain of popular restaurants in the South that is recognized for exceptional live music, an amazing culinary experience and a lively, eclectic venue, …
Atlanta — Whole Foods Market will celebrate its 500th store on April 5, 2019 with the opening of Whole Foods Market Midtown, a 70,000-square-foot, four-story location situated at 22 W. 14th St. in Midtown Atlanta, about 1 mile north of downtown Atlanta. The newest location will be the 12th in Atlanta and the flagship store of the Southeast region. The Whole Foods Midtown location will offer four fast-casual eateries across the store’s four levels, as well as a rooftop bar. The Atlanta Business Chronicle reports the new store will include …
Chesapeake, Va. — Variety store chain Family Dollar will close 390 stores this year and make changes to the stores it is keeping open as the retailer seeks a turnaround. Dollar Tree Inc., which purchased Family Dollar in 2015 for nearly $9 billion in cash and stock, plans to revitalize the brand with store closures and a rebranding of some locations to Dollar Tree. In addition, some locations will be renovated to include $1 Dollar Tree merchandise sections. Family Dollar sells a variety of items for under $10 at rural …