Where We Buy: Retail Real Estate with James Cook The Secrets to Great Retail Streets - Where We Buy #332
Apr 18, 2025
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Factory 52: Cincinnati Case Study
- George Banks shared a case study of Factory 52 in Cincinnati, transforming a former playing card factory site with mixed-use development.
- They helped create the Gatherall food hall and managed leasing, marketing, and operations for a complete retail strategy.
Keys to Food Hall Success
- Many food halls fail due to poor planning and bad locations with low foot traffic.
- Successful food halls attract residents, office workers, and tourists to maximize revenue.
Food Hall Vendor Kitchen Advice
- Avoid common kitchens in food halls if local health regulations allow.
- Each vendor having their own kitchen and storage creates more authenticity and operational safety.