Sunday, March 10, 2024
1:00PM - 2:00PM
2:30PM - 3:00PM
3:00PM - 4:00PM
4:15PM - 5:45PM
6:00PM - 7:30PM
Monday, March 11, 2024
7:30AM - 8:00AM
8:00AM - 9:00AM
9:20AM - 10:35AM
Security expert Robert Siciliano discusses how retailers can effectively address and combat retail theft, from flash mob robberies to cybercrime. Learn how collaboration and prioritizing security measures, including employee training, will help safeguard physical stores, employees and customers.
Tate 3
9:20AM - 11:00AM
11:00AM - 2:00PM
Lunch (12:00pm - 1:00pm) & Refreshments Served
Longhorn Exhibit Hall BCD
2:20PM - 3:10PM
Learn how prefabricated modular construction solutions can increase efficiency, improve quality control, reduce schedule timelines and address ongoing labor and workforce shortages.
Eric Handley,President, Retail Contractors Association
David Dillon,Director, Facilities Standards, Walgreen Co.
Gabriel J Massa,Principal/Owner, Massa Multimedia Architecture
Paul Trombitas,Partner, FMI Corporation
Raegan Spencer,Principal, BLOX LLC
Mesilla 2
Explore innovative design elements and strategies that combat theft and protect assets, and create a safe environment for customers and associates.
Escondido 2
Explore how technology solutions are being used to maintain retail locations. Retailers discuss solutions including AI, robots, and engineering workflow and project management platforms.
Joshua Witte,Director – Energy and Sustainability, Real Estate - Property Management, Dollar Tree & Family Dollar Stores
Adam Oryszczak,Director, Facilities Services, ULTA Beauty
High Plains 1
Learn how understanding people's emotions can help improve relationships with co-workers, suppliers and customers.
High Plains 3
Meet some of the companies featured on Chain Store Age’s list of top shopping center experiences. Hear from key decision makers leading the nation's most talked about retail experiences.
Mike Powers,Senior VP of Leasing, Tuscan Village
Jill Renslow,Chief Business Development and Marketing Officer, Mall of America
Tracey Hall,VP of Property Management, Phillips Edison & Company
Texoma 2
3:20PM - 4:10PM
Take a first-hand glimpse into how one retail innovator is using store design to engage customers and create memorable, immersive experiences.
Escondido 2
Learn how to mitigate long lead items, generate potential savings and keep projects on schedule amid tight construction budgets.
Robert Kennedy,Manager - Pre-development & Construction Services, American Eagle Outfitters
Casey Fitzpatrick,Lead Construction Estimator, Wegmans Food Markets
John Tierney,Sr. PM - Materials Sourcing & Dev., American Eagle Outfitters
Mesilla 2
Improving air quality requires a layered approach of smart sensors, next-generation air filters and analytics. Learn how these strategies can increase store-level ventilation and filtration.
High Plains 1
Learn about the value of non-traditional retail in mixed use developments, and how filling space with innovative options are revitalizing properties.
Earl Harris,SVP National Leasing, Anchors & Pads, Centennial Real Estate
Edward Bowles,Senior Director, Tenant Coordination, Brookfield Properties
Don Klaben,COO, Spinoso Real Estate Group
Texoma 2
Discover how building connections can empower female professionals to expand career goals.
Mildred Tolentino,CEO, M TO-Pros Development Inc
Marilyn Nolte,Senior Director, Retail Program Management, Walgreen Co.
High Plains 3
4:20PM - 5:10PM
Discover how lighting innovations can help drive sales, revenue and enhance customer experiences.
Andreina Vincentelli,Partner Experience Director, ROWE Creative Union
Bob Welty,Founder, Chief Creative, Rowe
Escondido 2
Retailers are exploring growth opportunities. This session will discuss trends impacting retailers' expansion decisions, including geographical draws and deterrents, co-tenancy, vacancies and long-term forecasts.
Scott Auster,EVP, Head of Leasing, Urban Edge Properties
Chris Ressa,Executive VP, COO, DLC Management Corp.
Craig Kopko,Executive VP of Development, WMG Development
Texoma 2
Learn how CVS is extending its diversity and inclusion initiatives beyond its stores and into the supplier community.
High Plains 3
Learn how to minimize exposure, manage risk and improve accessibility for customers and employees.
Mesilla 2
A top specialty retailer details its recycling pilot, as well as how to manage risk when handling specific materials.
Amy Fredregill,Senior Director of Sustainability, WSB
Sara Iverson Smith,Sr. Director of Real Estate, Construction & Facilities, Blain's Farm & Fleet
High Plains 1
5:30PM - 6:30PM
6:30PM - 8:00PM
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
7:30AM - 8:05AM
8:05AM - 8:20AM
8:20AM - 9:20AM
9:45AM - 10:45AM
9:45AM - 11:25AM
11:30AM - 2:00PM
Lunch (12:15pm - 1:15pm) & Refreshments Served
Longhorn Exhibit Hall BCD
2:20PM - 3:10PM
This session will review timelines for states making the transition from natural gas to electric, as well as the implications and new infrastructure necessary to support the conversion.
Paige Janson,COO, ENGIE Impact
Matt Smith,Energy Manager, Public Storage
Daniel Batty,VP Design & Construction, Dutch Bros Coffee
High Plains 1
Explore new materials that can elevate design, streamline installation and maintenance.
Escondido 2
Learn how capturing and aligning spend data can help identify opportunities for cost savings, drive store planning efficiency and manage risk.
Casey Fitzpatrick,Lead Construction Estimator, Wegmans Food Markets
Jesse Heathcock,Director, Retail Real Estate, T-Mobile
Jennifer Judd,Director Store Maintenance, Gap Inc
Matthew Barczak,Sr. Construction Operations Analyst, AutoZone
Texoma 2
Retail experts discuss the redesign strategies that can elevate the customer experience and breathe new life into retail spaces.
Kevin Kilgore,VP Design & Construction, GoTo Foods
Christy Allen,Construction PM - Minor Projects & Special Pgms., Foot Locker - Store Development
Shannon Markwell,Acquisition Manager, Public Storage
Tracy Zaslow (moderator),Founder, Retail Identity Management
Mesilla 2
Learn how educational and vocational institutions and investing in employee development can help solve the labor crunch.
Kate Cinnamo,Executive Director, Explore The Trades
Brian Walkerly,Dir., Development & Operations Svcs., White Castle
Timothy Aubel,VP of Construction, Rectenwald Brothers
Paul Robinson,CEO, ConstructReach
High Plains 3
3:20PM - 4:10PM
This session will walk through store opening best practices that will ensure a successful, timely handoff from construction to facilities.
Daniel Batty,VP Design & Construction, Dutch Bros Coffee
Dan Buttry,Mgr. Retail Design & Construction, Verizon Wireless
David Mullins,Director of Construction, Crumbl Cookies
High Plains 1
Learn how to collaborate with municipalities to keep projects on track, and how to to best prepare attendees for zoning board and design review meetings.
Aaron Harris,VP, Development, Dutch Bros
LaShondra Holmes Stringfellow,Assistant Director, City of Fort Worth
David Wynn,Sr. Architect and Design Manager, Blain's Farm & Fleet
Michelle Reuss,Senior Manager, Permit Facilitation & Lease Obligations, Walgreen Co.
Mesilla 2
Discover the importance of creating a collaborative relationship with supplier partners, and how transparent relationships optimize processes and improve revenue for both partners.
Texoma 2
This session explores examples of retailers successfully integrating online elements into their physical store design to create more immersive experiences.
Julie Reker,Retail Practice Area Leader, Gensler
Emil Lanne,Creative Dir., Digital Experience Design, Gensler
Escondido 2
Discover how to successfully maintain business continuity amid leadership or key personnel changes.
High Plains 3
3:45PM - 4:15PM
4:20PM - 5:10PM
Businessman and author Steve Gilliland uses humor to highlight how positive actions and attitudes can influence people and transform the culture of an organization.
Tate 3
5:15PM - 5:45PM
6:30PM - 10:00PM
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