Here’s a glance at retail evolution from the 1950’s to today.  

By Christina Eschbacher, Marketing Manager, The Village at Allen  Also called engagement marketing, experiential marketing gives customers an experience that creates an emotional connection with brands and businesses. Earning new store visitors, retaining existing customers, and referral-based growth are only a few of the positive results you can expect when done effectively. Your bottom line … Read more

By Aidan Kelso, Development Associate  &  Al Callegari, SVP – Development In today’s market, no two retail development transactions are alike. Every development project and tenant client have their own challenges; whether it is obtaining variances, creating site accessibility, or assembling land to create a development site. One common trait of a successful developer is knowing the … Read more

  With the shriek of tearing metal and the groan of splintering wood, part of a shopping plaza in Hamden was demolished this week, set to be reborn in a form the owner says is better adapted to the changing habits of shoppers. Putnam Place at 1225-45 Dixwell Ave., formerly home to Stop & Shop … Read more

By Christina Eschbacher, Marketing Manager & Diane Lee, Digital Marketing Strategist Deals, Deals and More Deals 88 percent of in-store shoppers said price discount is the biggest deciding factor for choosing where they shop. Back-to-school shopping can be costly and nothing delights students and parents more than saving on necessary items like notebooks and crayons. This … Read more

Entering into a lease for a commercial space carries high stakes for all parties involved. As terms and conditions of a lease must be well negotiated and documented accurately, it is essential to have a real estate attorney involved to ensure that all steps throughout the leasing process are completed successfully and efficiently. Our Real … Read more