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Newmark Signs NYC Flagship for Miami-Based Sneaker Concept, Yankeekicks

by Katie Lee

New York City — Newmark has arranged a 5,104-square-foot retail flagship for Yankeekicks on behalf of ownership, The Wings Group, at its NoHo asset 666 Broadway in New York City. Yankeekicks, a Miami-based sneaker retailer, signed a long term lease to occupy the ground-floor corner flagship space. Newmark’s vice chairman, Ariel Schuster, and director, Mitch Heifetz, represented the landlord on the lease transaction. Yankeekicks’ CEO and founder, Yaniv Bar, began collecting and reselling rare sneakers in 2017, capturing the attention of consumers along the way. Within a 3-year period, Bar’s …

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Camping World Names Strategic Appointments to Field Operations Leadership Team

by Katie Lee

Lincolnshire, Ill. — Camping World Holdings, Inc., the world’s largest recreation dealer, has appointed several key hires to its field operations leadership team. “As we continue to capitalize on today’s dealership acquisition landscape, it’s equally important that we strengthen our field leadership bench by aggressively attracting the industry’s best talent,” says Marcus Lemonis, chairman and CEO of Camping World. “These recent strategic additions to our team bring regional expertise and national leadership skills, which we expect to help optimize and grow our presence across the country, organically and through future …

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Kimco Realty® Publishes 2022 Corporate Responsibility Report

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Jericho, N.Y. — Kimco Realty®, North America’s largest publicly traded owner and operator of open-air, grocery-anchored shopping centers and a growing portfolio of mixed-use assets, has published its 2022 Corporate Responsibility Report. The report highlights the company’s progress in addressing environmental, social and governance (ESG) topics, which have been a focus for Kimco and its stakeholders for over a decade. “We remain dedicated to our focus on ESG, acknowledging its inherent connection to the maximization of long term stakeholder value,” says Conor Flynn, CEO of Kimco. “Our 2022 achievements reflect …

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Casey’s Unveils New 3-Year Strategic Plan

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Ankeny, Iowa — Casey’s General Stores, Inc. has announced its new 3-year strategic plan. Building on the last plan, this strategy leverages Casey’s resilient business model, expanding footprint, guest-centered convenience and restaurant-quality food as a road map to further differentiate Casey’s from competitors and position the company as a top retailer. “Casey’s has delivered exceptional performance over the last 3 years, growing our inside same-store sales by 6.5% this past fiscal year, and expanding our footprint by over 350 stores since 2020,” says Darren Rebelez, Casey’s president and CEO. Through …

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REI Co-op Names VP, Controller and VP of Distribution and Fulfillment Operations

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Seattle — REI Co-op has promoted two leaders within the finance and supply chain teams. Michelle Kirkpatrick has been promoted to vice president, controller, while Ruchi Christensen is now vice president of distribution and fulfillment operations. “Michelle and Ruchi are both widely trusted leaders who have been instrumental in keeping co-op growth initiatives and operations running smoothly and efficiently,” says Kelley Hall, executive vice president, chief financial officer. “Their business savvy and values-led approach will continue to have positive impact not only on their respective teams but how the co-op …

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Retail Placemaking

by Katie Lee

— By Kristin Harlow —   Owners are incorporating new uses and tenants in their retail redevelopment projects that help foster an environment where consumers want to linger.   The future of retail has been questioned many times in the last few years, but the sector continues to evolve and overcome the obstacles that arise. Today’s consumers want a gathering place to dine, drink and be entertained, especially after the isolation and stay-at-home mandates they endured throughout the pandemic. With that in mind, owners are redeveloping many underutilized retail properties …

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Academy Sports + Outdoors Promotes SVP to EVP and Chief Merchandising Officer

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Katy, Texas — Academy Sports + Outdoors, Inc. has promoted Matt McCabe to executive vice president and chief merchandising officer, effective June 25, 2023, succeeding Steve Lawrence, who recently transitioned to chief executive officer. McCabe will report directly to Lawrence. McCabe has served as Academy’s senior vice president, general merchandise manager, footwear since September 2017. He joined the company in December 2016 as vice president, divisional merchandise manager, athletic and licensed apparel. Prior to joining Academy, he served as vice president at Golfsmith International. He has also held various merchant …

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SMG Launches New Life Safety Company

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Red Bank, N.J. — SMG Holdings, LLC marks the official launch of SMG Fire, a pioneering life safety company dedicated to providing comprehensive safety solutions to multi-site retailers nationwide. With its cutting-edge technologies, industry expertise and unwavering commitment to client satisfaction, SMG Fire is set to transform the landscape of retail safety. The retail industry faces unique challenges when it comes to ensuring the safety and well-being of guests and team members. Recognizing this critical need, SMG Fire has emerged as the trusted partner for large retailers, offering a wide …

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Dollar General’s First Montana Store Now Under Construction

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Goodlettsville, Tenn. — Dollar General plans to open its first store in Montana in fall 2023, which will give the major retailer a presence in its 48th state and complete its continental U.S. presence. Dollar General’s expansion to Montana comes after the company’s recent first international store opening in Mexico and complements its fiscal 2023 real estate plans. “Breaking ground on each new Dollar General is meaningful…[but] announcing plans for Montana has an extra element of excitement because our expansion in the Treasure State will complete our presence throughout the …

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REI Co-op to Open Re/Supply Store in Oregon in August 2023

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Seattle — Specialty outdoor retailer REI Co-op will open a Re/Supply store dedicated to used gear and apparel in Clackamas, Ore., in late August 2023. Located in Clackamas Town Center, the 16,113-square-foot store will open a few doors down from the co-op’s existing store that has served the outdoor community since 2007. The new location will join the co-op’s Re/Supply store in Manhattan Beach, Calif., which opened in 2020. “As a member-owned co-op, we have a responsibility to preserve the long-term health of the planet,” says Bob Cagle, REI regional …

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