Katie Lee Retail and Restaurant Facility Business

Second Century Growth

— Interview by Katie Lee — As A&W approaches the second year of its second century of operation, it looks to a promising future while also honoring its iconic past. With almost 1,000 locations open in the U.S.

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February 20, 2020
Published in Cover Story, franchise development, restaurants

All in the Family

— By Katie Lee — At Mamoun’s Falafel, it’s one big, happy (growing) family — with over 40 new franchises soon to join the fold. As one of the oldest falafel restaurants in New York City, Mamoun’s Falafel

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November 19, 2019
Published in Cover Story, franchise development, From The Magazine, restaurants

Finding a Better Way

— Interview by Katie Lee — At Blink Fitness, it’s not just another gym — it’s a better approach to customers, to franchisees and to facility operations overall. As Thomas Flaherty of Blink Fitness likes to say: “There’s always

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October 25, 2019
Published in Cover Story, From The Magazine

Retail Footprint

Skechers grows its brand by growing its physical retail presence — from 1,000 stores 5 years ago to more than 3,000 today. — By Katie Lee — Grow. From its store count and sales to expanding corporate headquarters, grow is

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May 16, 2019
Published in Cover Story, retailers

Building For the Future

While developers might take a decade to plan, design and build a project, how many technological changes take place in that time? Here’s how Urban-X Group has been planning for almost a decade with its River Landing Shops & Residences,

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May 16, 2019
Published in construction and design, Cover Story, green building/LEED, Industry Content

Del Taco Delivers

For its guests and its team members, Del Taco is in the early stages of delivering a new look and brand refresh. — By Katie Lee — When Southern California-based Del Taco recently launched a brand refresh that puts a

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April 11, 2019
Published in Cover Story, From The Magazine

Gone to the Dogs

Dallas-based MUTTS Canine Cantina brings a unique concept to unique real estate spaces. — By Katie Lee — Imagine the coolest dog park and the coolest dog-friendly restaurant — together in one place. Like a beer garden with your dog.

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