New York City — Kenneth D. Cole, chairman and chief creative officer and beneficial holder of approximately 46% of the company’s outstanding common stock, has acquired Kenneth Cole Productions, Inc.
Sellersville, PA — Alpine Mechanical Services, LLC is expanding its Greening in Place recommissioning program for retailers.
Jacksonville, FL — Regency Centers, a national owner, operator and developer of grocery-anchored shopping centers, has reduced its energy consumption since 2010 by 3.4 million kilowatt hours.
Houston — Waste Management, Inc. has formed an alliance with Sam’s Club to provide membership discounts to small and medium business customers, as part of WM’s Vendor Alliance Program.
Hickory, NC — Chase Properties Ltd., a Beachwood, Ohio-based owner and operator of community shopping centers, has acquired Valley Corners in Hickory, N.C., from Collett & Associates.
Norcross, GA — Hera Lighting has added a new business development executive manager, Nathan Shannon, whose background includes sales, marketing and branding for both retailers and manufacturers.
Madison, WI — Focus on Energy, Wisconsin’s statewide program for energy efficiency and renewable energy, recently recognized two local retailers for achieving notable energy savings.
Greenwich, CT — The HB Nitkin Group’s Cromwell Square in Cromwell, Conn., recently underwent a major upgrade. All of the stores received a new façade, roof and signage.
Farmingdale, NY — On October 3, 2012, Ferrandino & Son launched a 52-week online conference series whose topics will focus on best practices relative to multiple trade services.
Foothill Ranch, CA — Harriet Sustarsic, the chief merchandising officer for Wet Seal, plans to resign this month and accept a position with True Religion Brand Jeans.