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Mall Tenants
Kiddie Koncepts
Kiddie Koncepts Inc. operates 150 entertainment centers featuring kiddie ride kiosks in malls and value centers nationwide. Plans call for 30 openings during the coming 18 months and spaces of 300 sq.ft. are sought nationwide. Typical leases are three to five years.
For more information: Stacey Edelstein, Kiddie Koncepts Inc., 118 Rockwood Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15238; 412-963-7575, Fax 412-963-7588.
Vertigo, Mayor’s Jewlers
Vertigo operates nine high fashion apparel stores currently in CA, FL, GA, NV, TX and Washington, DC. Spaces of 1,700 sq.ft. to 2,000 sq.ft. are sought in urban/downtown areas, malls and specialty centers. Expansion plans call for three openings during the coming 18 months. Growth will take place in CA, NV, TX and Washington, DC.
Mayor’s Jewelers prefers to locate near luxury retailers including Saks, Neiman Marcus and Tiffany. At the present time, the jeweler has 35 locations in FL, GA, IL, CA, NV, TX and Washington, DC. Eighteen openings nationwide are planned by the company during the coming 18 months. Spaces of 4,000 sq.ft. to 6,000 sq.ft. are sought in urban/downtown areas, malls, specialty, mixed-use, tourist and entertainment centers. Local and regional jewelers are cited as competition. Leases running 10 years with options are typical. The company reports average sales of $1,300 psf.
For more information on Vertigo and Mayor’s Jewelers: Arthur Weiner, c/o Arthur Weiner Enterprises, 2627 Ives Dairy Road, Aventura, FL 33180; 305-932-6202, Fax 305-932-6244.
Domain
Domain currently operates 23 home furnishings stores in CT, MA, MD, NJ, NY, PA and VA. Growth opportunities are sought in the existing markets for spaces of 5,000 sq.ft. to 6,000 sq.ft. in urban/downtown areas (store fronts), freestanding locations, malls and specialty centers near upscale co-tenants. Demographic requirements include a population of 100,000 residing within a three-mile radius.
For more information: James Avallone or Neill Kelly, c/o DJM Asset Management LLC, 445 Broad Hollow Road, Suite 417, Melville, NY 11747; 631-752-1100, Fax 631-752-1231.
Boutique of Leathers
Boutique of Leathers Inc. operates 15 locations in Canada. The stores, specializing in men’s and ladies’ leather apparel, occupy spaces of 1,200 sq.ft. to 1,400 sq.ft. in malls. Expansion plans call for as many as three openings during the coming 18 months, and sites are sought throughout the Pacific Northwest. Preferred co-tenants include Lord & Taylor. Leases running five years are typical. A vanilla shell and specific improvements are required. The company reports average sales of $600 psf.
For more information: Barry Lammle, Boutique of Leathers Inc., 6012 Third Street, SW, Calgary, Alberta, CN T2H 0H9; 403-259-2726, Fax 403-255-2641.
Edo Japan
The 104-unit Japanese fast food restaurant chain utilizes spaces of 400 sq.ft. to 600 sq.ft. in malls throughout AZ, CA, CO, FL, HI, ID, MD, NM, NV, OR, TX, UT and WA. As many as 10 openings are planned during the coming 18 months, with sites sought in the western states. Leases running seven to 10 years are typical, and a vanilla shell is required. The company is franchising.
For more information: Tom Donaldson, Edo Japan, 4838 32nd Street SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2B 2S6; 403-215-8800, Fax 403-215-8801; Web site:
www.edojapan.com; Email: edo@edojapan.com.
A Slice Of Italy Pizzaria
FDK Restaurant of National Place trades as A Slice of Italy Pizzeria at six locations in FL, IL, MD, TX and Washington, DC. The restaurants occupy spaces of 600 sq.ft. in food courts and 1,200 sq.ft. at in-line locations in urban/downtown areas, malls and specialty centers. The company plans as many as two openings during the coming 18 months, with sites sought nationwide. Demographic requirements include a population of 200,000 residing within three miles and earning $45,000 as the average income. Leases running seven to 10 years are typical. The company reports average sales of $750 psf.
For more information: Tony DiFatta, FDK Restaurant of National Place, 34 Lauren Knoll Court, Baldwin, MD 21013; 410-817-9686, Fax 410-817-9687.
Quality Candy, Buddy Squirrel
Quality Candy Shoppes/Buddy Squirrel of WI. Inc. presently operates 17 candy shops throughout WI. During the coming 18 months, one additional opening is expected in WI. A space of at least 750 sq.ft. is sought in urban/downtown areas, malls, power, specialty and tourist centers. Leases running seven years are typical, with a vanilla shell or specific improvements required, depending on the square footage involved. Demographic requirements include an area population of 50,000. The company cites Fanny Farmer, Fanny May and See’s Candies as competition.
For more information: David Reynolds, Quality Candy Shoppes/Buddy Squirrel of WI Inc., 1801 E. Bolivar, St. Francis, WI 53235; 414-483-4500, 414-483-4137; Email:
david@qcns.com.
Claire’s Accessories, Mr. Rags,
After Thoughts, The Icing
Claire’s Stores Inc. operates close to 2,000 stores nationwide, specializing in accessories for teenagers and preteens, trading as Claire’s Accessories, After Thoughts and The Icing. Nationwide expansion by 125 units is planned during the coming 18 months, with 1,200 sq.ft. locations in malls, power and entertainment centers of interest. In the case of the 153-unit Mr. Rags chain, the 2,500 sq.ft stores emphasize surf, snowboard and skateboard-related men’s and women’s apparel and accessories. Locations are sought in malls nationwide. Expansion plans call for 30 openings during the coming 18 months.
For more information: Sharon Levi, Claire’s Stores Inc., 2400 W. Central Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60195; 847-765-1100/3587; Fax 847-765-4618; Web site:
www.claires.com; Email: sharon.levi@claires.com.
Eye Candy
Clothestime trades as Eye Candy at 17 locations nationwide. The junior apparel stores occupy spaces of 3,000 sq.ft. to 3,500 sq.ft. in malls. Fifteen openings are planned nationwide during the coming 18 months.
For more information: Robert Mathews, Clothestime, 5325 East Hunter Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92807; 714-779-5881, Fax 714-779-0512; Email:
bmathews@ctme.com.
The Christmas Store
Plantscape Inc. operates 27 locations trading as The Christmas Store, offering an upscale full-line holiday store with ornaments, trees, lights, giftware, holiday decor. The temporary, seasonal stores occupy spaces of 2,000 sq.ft. to over 6,000 sq.ft. in malls throughout OH, PA, MD, VA, MI, NY, NC, SC and Washington, DC. The existing markets will be the area of future expansion, with 25 openings planned during the coming 18 months. Typical leases (temps) are three to four months.
For more information: Tom Horowitz, Plantscape Inc., 3101 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15201; 412-281-6352, Fax 412-281-4775; Web site:
www.plantscape.com; Email: tomh@plantscape.com.
American Eagle Outfitters
American Eagle Outfitters, specializing in men’s and women’s “play” wear, operates 556 stores located nationwide. The apparel stores, located in urban/downtown areas or malls, occupy spaces of 5,500 sq.ft. Nationwide expansion is projected with 90 openings planned during the coming 18 months. Typical leases run 10 years with kickouts.
For more information: Jeffrey Smith, American Eagle Outfitters, Inc., 150 Thorn Hill Drive, Warrendale, PA 15095; 724-779-5259, Fax 724-779-5580.
Gateway News Stands
Tomar Investment Inc. operates Gateway Newsstands, selling candy, newspapers and Lotto at 383 locations nationwide and in Canada. The company plans 40 openings during the coming 18 months and is searching for spaces of 200 sq.ft. in urban/downtown areas, malls and power centers nationwide and in Canada. Typical leases run 10 years, and a vanilla shell is required. Demographic requirements include a population of 25,000 residing within five miles earning an average income of $50,000. The company is franchising.
For more information: Mr. Terry Samuels, Tobmar Investment Inc., 30 E. Beaver Creek Road, #206, Richmond Hill, Ontario, CN L4B 1J2; 905-886-8900; Fax 905-886-8904; Web site:
www.gatewaynewstands.com; Email: terry@gatewaynewsstand.com.
H & M
Hennes & Mauritz LLP presently operates 10 apparel stores, offering the latest fashions at the best price in MA, NJ and NY. Plans call for 75 openings by the year 2003, with 20,000 sq.ft. to 30,000 sq.ft. spaces sought in urban/downtown areas and malls. Expansion will take place in Boston, MA; the Buffalo Triangle, NY; Philadelphia, PA and Washington, DC.
For more information: Steffan Nilson, Hennes & Mauritz LLP, 1328 Broadway, New York, NY 10001; 212-489-8777, Fax 212-489-8887; Email:
staffan.nilson@hm.com.
Brady’s Sportsman’s Surplus
Brady’s Sportsman’s Surplus features sporting goods and work clothing at five locations in MT. The 10,000 sq.ft. to 15,000 sq.ft. stores occupy spaces in malls and strip centers. Growth opportunities are sought throughout MT during the coming 18 months. Leases running five to 10 years plus options are typical.
For more information: Terry Brady, Brady’s Sportsman’s Surplus, Box 4166, Tempers Shopping Center, Missoula, MT 59806; 406-721-5501, Fax 406-728-1112.
Marche’, Marchelino
Richtree Inc. operates 10 locations as Marche’ and Marchelino in MA and Canada. The food stores, specializing in fresh meals and food products, occupy spaces of 600 sq.ft. to 3,000 sq.ft. in urban/downtown areas, malls and mixed-use centers. Present expansion plans call for six openings during the coming 18 months, with growth opportunities sought in CA, FL, IL and NY. Typical leases run 12 years with specific improvements required. Demographic requirements include a population of 200,000 residing within 10 miles earning $55,000 as the average income. Average sales of $1,000 psf have been reported. The company is franchising.
For more information: Colin West, Richtree, Inc., 111 Richmond Street West, Suite 1500, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5H 2G4; 416-366-8122, Fax 416-366-1934; Web site:
www.movenpickcanada.com; Email: cwest@movenpickcanada.com.
Things Remembered - Personalized Gifts
Things Remembered Corp. trades as Things Remembered - Personalized Gifts, specializing in engraving and monograms at 851 locations nationwide. The gift stores occupy spaces of 1,200 sq.ft. to 2,000 sq.ft. in kiosks at mall locations, in-line stores and lifestyle centers nationwide. Nationwide expansion will take place, with at least 25 openings planned during the coming 18 months.
For more information: Bobby Drouin, Things Remembered Corp., 5500 Avion Park Drive, Highland Heights, OH 44143; 440-473-2000, Fax 440-473-2017.
Vitamin Health Cernter, The Nutritionary
American Health & Diet Centers trades as Vitamin Health Centers and The Nutritionary at 28 locations in CT, DE, FL, NJ, NY and PA. The health stores, specializing in vitamins and nutritional products, occupy 200 sq.ft. kiosks in malls. Plans call for 25 openings nationwide during the coming 18 months. Leases running five years plus options are typical.
For more information: Marty Reynolds, American Health & Diet Centers, 100 Lehigh Drive, Fairfield, NJ 07004; 973-439-1200, Fax 973-439-0013.
Captain Tony’s Pizza
Captain Tony’s Pizza Inc. operates 10 locations in AR, CA, NY, OH and the United Kingdom. The restaurants occupy spaces of 1,000 sq.ft. to 3,000 sq.ft. in malls, power and strip centers. Growth opportunities for three openings are sought in FL, GA, NY and OH during the coming 18 months.
For more information: Michael Martella, Captain Tony’s Pizza, Inc., 2607 S. Woodland Bouldvard, Suite 300, Deland, FL 32720; 904-736-9855, Fax 904-736-7237; Web site:
www.captaintonys.com; Email: captt88738@aol.com
Wingers USA
Slaymaker Group Inc. operates 29 restaurants trading as Wingers USA throughout AZ, ID, OR, TX, UT and WY. The company occupies spaces of 3,000 sq.ft. in freestanding locations and malls. During the coming 18 months, 10 openings are planned throughout AZ, CO, ID, MT, NV, UT and WY. Leases running 15 to 20 years are typical. The company is franchising.
For more information: Eric Slaymaker, Slaymaker Group Inc., 404 E. 4500 S #A12, Murray, UT 84107; 801-261-3700, Fax 801-261-1615.
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