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“I’m looking forward to building stores smarter—building in a financially responsible way, incorporating sustainability, and making the store about the customer experience.”

Bob Higgins on transitioning into development, the extensive plans of the Fossil brand, and the surging popularity of sustainability

“I had a kind of baptism by fire coming into the development world.”

Jay McDermott on taking a crash course in brand development, executing a company-wide restaurant remodel, and involving Applebee’s franchises in the process

Lessons from a Breakfast Brand

The Egg and I’s construction director, Mike Michaelis, learns more with each location he builds

Kettler develops m.flats apartments for young people

The firm’s adapting to the new Washington, DC, residents who are seeking out lower costs and social opportunities.

“If I can make sure our stores are comfortable, well lit, inviting, and safe, it gives the other employees here a blank slate to work their magic.”

Kirk Beaudoin on having mentors, keeping an open mind, and paying knowledge forward at adidas

A Souped-Up Sit-Down Joint

Quaker Steak & Lube’s crowded retro auto deŽcor is a careful study in controlled chaos

Intelica CRE’s strategic pillars

Intelica CRE cofounders Dan Dokovic and Dan Merlo sit down for a chat about the four key ideas that drive their firm

“Growing up with six siblings taught me how to be a good negotiator, so I guess you can say I developed that professional skill early in life.”

Joseph Portela on the benefits of litigation training, working in a competitive bidding environment, and measuring success at Dragados USA

Labor of Luxe

Thanks to Saks Fifth Avenue’s in-house construction team, even the brand’s renovation process is chic

The Salon Visionaries

With custom furniture and an open concept, Toni & Guy is redefining hair-boutique design