A Strategic Real Estate Approach to Grocery
In this episode of Retail Strategies’ Boots on the Ground podcast, Director of Real Estate Elliott Cook delves into the critical challenge of food insecurity affecting over 47 million Americans. The discussion reveals how communities can leverage data-driven real estate strategies to attract grocery retailers and create sustainable solutions for food access challenges across both urban and rural settings.
Beyond traditional community solutions like food banks and community gardens, the episode explores how strategic retail development can create lasting economic impact while addressing food access needs. Cook shares practical insights on everything from site selection and mobile data analytics to distribution networks and public-private partnerships, providing a comprehensive framework for communities seeking to improve their food access landscape.
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Key Topics
| Data-driven site selection strategies that help overcome negative market perceptions and demonstrate viable opportunities for grocery retailers |
| Distribution network considerations and how communities can position themselves within existing supply chains |
| Public-private partnership opportunities and creative incentive structures for attracting grocery development |
| Traffic pattern analysis and site requirements that influence grocery store success |
| The evolution of grocery delivery models and how communities can adapt to changing retail landscapes |
Who Should Listen:
- Economic Development Directors
- City Managers and Planning Officials
- Community Development Coordinators
- Public Health Officials
- Real Estate Developers
- Commercial Property Owners
- Local Business Alliance Leaders
- Urban and Rural Planners
- Public Policy Makers
- Grant Writers and Fund Development Officers
- Community Health Organizations
- Chamber of Commerce Leaders
- Regional Planning Commission Members
- Food Access Initiative Coordinators
Whether you’re a community leader looking to attract your first grocery store or an economic developer seeking to enhance existing food access, this episode provides valuable insights into the intersection of real estate strategy and community health outcomes.
For those interested in diving deeper, the Retail Academy Grocery educational course offers extended training on implementing these strategies in your community.
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Addressing Food Insecurity Strategically with Grocery Placement
An in-depth analysis of food deserts and the multifaceted strategies required to combat food insecurity in the U.S. It highlights the pressing issue of limited access to fresh food for millions of Americans, particularly in underserved communities.
The report emphasizes the importance of data-driven site selection for grocery stores, public-private partnerships, and community engagement to create sustainable solutions.
Get the slide deck to pull out the valuable insights provided on Grocery placement in your community.
Featured in this episode of
Boots on the Ground
Elliott Cook is the Director of Real Estate for Retail Strategies. In this role, he teaches community leaders nationwide how to communicate effectively with retailers, brokers, and developers through the Retail Academy program.
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