Advisory (Select Engagements)
I work with a small number of brands and partners on physical retail strategy—focused on entry, expansion, and real-world execution.
Most of my work is inbound and centered around key decision moments.
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Defining how and where a brand should enter physical retail.
Retail entry strategy (store, pop-up, shop-in-shop, wholesale, temporary)
Market selection across North America
Format strategy based on brand stage and customer
Channel mix (own retail vs. partners vs. experiential)
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Identifying and securing the right physical opportunities.
Site selection (streets, centers, neighborhoods)
Landlord strategy + relationships
Shop-in-shop and retail partnerships
Temporary retail + short-term placements
Lease and deal strategy
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Bringing the concept to life.
Store design guidance
Build + development coordination
Pre-opening strategy
Launch planning
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Scaling what works.
Portfolio strategy
Market expansion
Performance review + optimization
Operational alignment
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I help brands explore multiple paths into physical retail—including pop-ups, shop-in-shops, trunk shows, markets, consignment, wholesale environments, and temporary spaces—based on what makes the most sense for their product, customer, and stage of growth.