Baton Rouge, La. — R&R Brands has officially launched as a parent company and embedded operating partner powering a portfolio of nearly 50 restaurant and entertainment locations across seven states. Built by operators, for operators, R&R exists to scale brands with real alignment and zero spin. The R&R Brands portfolio currently includes Party Fowl, Cody’s Original Roadhouse, Santa Fe Cattle Co., multiple franchise locations of Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux and Celebrity Theatres. Uniquely structured as both franchisor and franchisee — while also owning and operating brands directly — R&R brings a …
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Atlanta — Paradies Lagardère, a leading North American airport restaurateur and retailer, has finalized new food and beverage and retail contracts at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). “We are truly humbled by the trust that our airport partners have placed in us, and we are honored to continue growing these relationships,” says Gregg Paradies, president and CEO. “These new opportunities allow us to do what we’re most passionate about, which is partnering with local artisans and entrepreneurs to create a genuine sense of …
Nashville, Tenn. — ABM, a leading provider of facility services, has entered into a new strategic partnership with Nashville Yards. As part of the multi-year agreement, brokered by AEG Global Partnerships and Southwest Value Partners, ABM has been named an Official Partner of the 19-acre downtown development, further expanding its presence in Nashville and reinforcing its operational expertise in high-profile urban environments. ABM will deliver a comprehensive suite of janitorial services across Nashville Yards, including in parking garages and common areas. ABM will also oversee post-construction and pre-tenant occupancy cleaning …
Austin, Texas — Abercrombie & Fitch has officially opened at Domain NORTHSIDE with a women’s-only concept store. Located near Grimaldi’s, it will offer the latest styles in women’s fashion and accessories catered to millennials and Gen-Z alike. Domain NORTHSIDE, home to the Rock Rose entertainment district, is the latest evolution in mixed-use real estate in Austin with over 120 tenants comprised of restaurants, retailers, services and entertainment venues. Abercrombie & Fitch joins a host of new high-end tenants at Domain NORTHSIDE, including the coming soon J.Crew, Fashionphile, OMEGA, Loro, Google …
Seattle — BH Properties, a vertically integrated, value-add real estate investment firm, has hired Janel Jensen as managing director, retail properties. With deep experience in the Pacific Northwest, Jensen will be based out of BH Properties’ Seattle office and will lead the strategic leasing, merchandising and positioning efforts for the company’s growing portfolio of retail and mixed-use assets across the Pacific Northwest and West Coast. Jensen brings more than a decade of experience shaping vibrant retail environments in both urban cores and suburban mixed-use developments and will play a key …
Philadelphia — PREIT has named its next wave of retail additions to Cherry Hill Mall, one of the region’s premier shopping destinations, located in Cherry Hill, N.J. Anchoring the new lineup will be DICK’S House of Sport, a new retail experience from DICK’S Sporting Goods. Replacing the former One Cherry Hill office building, the new space will open in 2026 and introduce a new entrance, infusing fresh energy into the 1.3 million-square-foot shopping center. This targeted investment aligns with PREIT’s value-enhancing strategy with a focus on repurposing underutilized real estate …
North Plainfield, N.J. — Levin Management Corporation (LMC) has appointed Jeanette Oliver as chief financial officer (CFO). LMC is an established, vertically integrated commercial real estate services provider with a 125-property leasing and management portfolio. Prior to joining LMC, she was chief accounting officer at Silverstein Properties Inc. Oliver has more than 25 years of experience in the real estate and development industries. She brings a wealth of finance and accounting expertise to her new role. Prior to Silverstein, she previously served as accounting director at Forest City Ratner Companies. …
North Plainfield, N.J. — Levin Management Corporation (LMC) has promoted Denise Ciaravino to director of operations. The move recognizes her exceptional leadership and longstanding contributions to the firm’s property management department, according to Erika Morasco, vice president of property management. Ciaravino’s promotion marks her second career advancement at LMC in 4 years. She joined the commercial real estate services firm as a property manager in 2006 and steadily rose through the ranks, most recently serving as portfolio manager. “Denise is a true asset to the property management team, and we …
Northbrook, Ill. — Going-Out-of-Business sales are in progress at Forever 21, a leading fashion retailer, following the U.S. operating company F21 OpCo’s recent bankruptcy filing. The liquidation sales are happening both in-store and online. Hilco Consumer-Retail is managing these sales in a joint venture with Gordon Brothers and SB360. All inventory is significantly discounted, offering savings of up to 60% off the lowest marked prices. Gift cards are accepted through April 15, 2025. Store fixtures and equipment are also available for purchase. “Stores are fully stocked, and fresh inventory …
St. Petersburg, Fla. — Foot Locker, Inc., a leading footwear and apparel retailer (previously) based in New York City, has signed a 110,998-square-foot, long term office lease to relocate its global headquarters to 570 Carillon Parkway, a premier Class A office property in St. Petersburg, Fla. The building is owned by The Feil Organization, a premier national real estate investment firm. “We’re thrilled to learn that Foot Locker has secured its move to St. Petersburg with a major presence in the Carillon area,” says Kenneth T. Welch, the mayor of …