Stirling Properties Welcomes Mac Bauer to Its Development Team
COVINGTON, LA– October 25, 2012 – Stirling Properties, expands the depth and breadth of its Development Team by announcing the addition of Mac Bauer as a Development Associate.
In this position, Mr. Bauer will work directly with Lewis Stirling and Townsend Underhill. Mac brings to Stirling several opportunities for historic inner-city developments. Mac’s experience includes international asset and investment management, as well as developing and operating New Orleans’ first urban RV Park.
“The industry is seeing an upswing in activity and it is crucial to have the right people in place to capitalize on growth opportunities. This is why we are pleased to be able to bring someone of Mac’s caliber on-board,” said Lewis Stirling. “His previous experiences and expertise will play a significant part in Stirling Properties’ development goals as we continue to expand our services in the Gulf South.”
The Fresh Market to Open New Orleans Store on July 25
Stirling Properties announces that The Fresh Market, Inc. (NASDAQ: TFM) will expand its presence in the South this month with a store in New Orleans, marking the company’s fourth store in the state of Louisiana.
At its newest location at 3338 St. Charles Avenue in New Orleans, the specialty grocer’s full-service philosophy will incorporate unparalleled product selection and expert customer service in an inviting atmosphere. The Fresh Market employs a team of friendly, well-trained professionals who pride themselves on providing the highest level of customer service to shoppers. Team members can often be found offering cooking advice or sharing their favorite tips to help customers create the perfect meal.
“We are excited to open our store in New Orleans and to expand our reach in Louisiana,” said Craig Carlock, the company’s president and chief executive officer. “We look forward to introducing The Fresh Market’s concept of quality perishables, excellent customer service and a unique atmosphere to an expanded customer base, and we look forward to offering neighboring communities a rewarding new food shopping experience.”
Doors will open at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 25, and grand opening activities will include chef demonstrations, food sampling throughout the store, and drawings for The Fresh Market gift cards. A reusable shopping bag and sample-sized bag of the company’s gourmet coffee will be free to the first 1,000 customers.
The New Orleans store will house over 24,800 square feet of culinary delights, including a bakery that produces 30 freshly baked breads and 14 different pie varieties daily, a full service meat counter with freshly ground beef, a wide selection of ready-to-serve entrées, fresh seafood delivered to the store several times per week, and more than 200 imported and domestic cheeses, as well as a bountiful produce department with more than 400 items and a large organic selection.
The Fresh Market’s inviting atmosphere is reminiscent of old-world European markets, says Carlock. “Our customers enjoy shopping in an environment that appeals to all the senses. The smell of freshly brewed coffee and bread right out of the oven, the sound of classical music, soft lighting with antique décor in an intimate setting, and the ability to select and taste fresh, high-quality products all work together to create surroundings where customers are encouraged to experience the food.”
Stirling Properties redeveloped the property, formerly a Borders bookstore, to accommodate The Fresh Market. Stirling Properties also leases and manages the property owned by Stirling Forterra, LLC.
“This historic property will soon come back to life as the debut of The Fresh Market to the New Orleans area,” said Lewis Stirling, Executive Vice President of Stirling Properties. “We are pleased to bring the first specialty grocer to St. Charles Avenue and the Garden District neighborhood.”
The Fresh Market looks forward to becoming an active member of the New Orleans community. The company has made a significant investment in New Orleans and the new store is bringing approximately 90 new jobs to the area, most of which are being filled locally.
The Fresh Market is committed to the communities where it does business, and its employees enthusiastically support local organizations that are important to the stores’ communities and customers. The New Orleans store will partner with local food banks by providing regular donations of food and the store management looks forward to making community relations an integral part of their business. In addition, as part of the company’s focus on providing the freshest, best quality products, the new store will feature a growing number of local products from New Orleans area growers and producers, such as Hoffstadt Farms.
Revolution Burger Co. to Open in Hammond Square this August
HAMMOND, LA – Stirling Properties, developer and property manager of Hammond Square, announces that Revolution Burger Co. is coming to Hammond Square. Revolution Burger will open in the former Huey’s Diner location this August.
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is fast, casual restaurant specializes in a proprietary seasoned patty. The Hammond Square location will be the debut of the Revolution Burger Co.
“We are thrilled to bring the gourmet burger concept to the Hammond market,” said Grady Brame, Executive Vice President of Stirling Properties. “Revolution Burger Co. will be an excellent complement to the Hammond Square restaurant line-up.”
Revolution Burger’s menu includes several specialty burgers as well as a “Create Your Own” offering, where customers can customize the bun, patty, and toppings. In addition to burgers, they will specialize in craft beers, hot dogs, shakes and fresh cut French fries which can be enhanced with a series of toppings. The interior decor will be bright, vibrant and active with an Urban-American theme accented by a graffiti art mural that tells the story of the American Pop Culture Revolution.
Jason Doyle, CEO of Revolution Burger Co., said, “We’re excited to join the Hammond Square community. We feel that Hammond is lacking an affordable gourmet burger restaurant. With Revolution Burger Co., we hope to fill that niche and bring a fun, hip place where patrons can enjoy an all-American quality meal.”
Additional leasing opportunities and outparcels are still available at Hammond Square. For more information, contact Rhonda Sharkawy, rsharkawy@stirlingprop.com, at (504) 523-4481 or Beezie Landry, blandry@stirlingprop.com, at (985) 246-3781.
Party City Coming to Stirling Slidell Centre
Stirling Properties, the exclusive management and leasing firm for Stirling Slidell Centre, recently completed the lease of a 14,389 square foot space for Party City. Slated to open this fall, Party City’s grand opening accompanies a variety of improvements from neighboring retailers in the center.
Headquartered in Rockaway, New Jersey, Party City is the leader in the party goods industry. They are America’s largest specialty party goods chain and the country’s premiere Halloween specialty retailer. Party City operates more than 600 company-owned and franchise stores throughout the United States and Puerto Rico, with eleven stores throughout Louisiana. Party City Holdings is an eighteen store Franchisee in the Southeast.
Stirling Slidell Centre is also pleased to announce the following enhancements to the center:
- Target recently upgraded their store by adding a “PFresh” grocery, which offers customers a wider selection of groceries and fresh produce.
- Men’s Wearhouse has more than doubled in size from 2,400 to 6,500 square feet.
- Academy Sports + Outdoors and PetSmart have completed remodels of their entire stores.
“Stirling Slidell has undergone some significant cosmetic improvements and expanded its offerings to shoppers in the Slidell area,” said Rhonda Sharkawy, Retail Leasing & Development Executive. “The fall opening of Party City will correspond perfectly with the kick-off of the holiday season.”
For more information on leasing opportunities at Stirling Slidell Centre, please contact Rhonda Sharkawy at rsha@stirlingprop.com or 504-620-8145.
Stirling Properties to Manage Former Wink Headquarters
Effective April 1st Stirling Properties was hired by Parkway Properties out of Jackson, Mississippi to take over the facilities management, sale and leasing of the former Wink Headquarters located at 4949 Bullard Road in New Orleans East. The property consists of 38,000 square feet of office/warehouse space and is currently vacant.
Parkway Properties is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that specializes in the ownership and operation of Class A office properties throughout the United States.
For more information, please contact Elizabeth Morrison at emorrison@stirlingprop.com.
Carter’s and Charming Charlie Now Open in River Chase Shopping Center
Stirling Properties is pleased to announce that Carter’s, a national children’s clothing store, and Charming Charlie, a national women’s accessories boutique, are now open in River Chase Shopping Center.
Carter’s, the leading brand of children’s clothing in the United States, occupies a 4,300 square foot space in Phase II of River Chase. Carter’s creates a full range of cute, quality baby and children’s clothing, gifts, and accessories that have provided solutions for real life since 1865. Carter’s has only two other locations in the state – Bossier City and Gonzales.
Charming Charlie occupies an 8,000 square foot space located in phase II of River Chase. Founded in Houston, Texas in 2004, Charming Charlie is a women’s fashion accessories and handbags retailer that offers trendy jewelry, earrings, bracelets, handbags and scarves at affordable prices. With over 178 stores nationwide, including four in Louisiana – Lafayette, Baton Rouge, Hammond and now Covington,
Charming Charlie is transforming the fashion industry through a stimulating in-store experience; products merchandised by color and a jaw-dropping selection of on-trend fashion jewelry and accessories.
“Carter’s and Charming Charlie are key additions to our River Chase development and help enhance the variety of shopping offerings for women and children on the Northshore,” said Rhonda Sharkawy, Retail Leasing & Development Executive for Stirling Properties. “We are pleased to bring these extremely popular retailers to the Western St. Tammany market, and know they will be embraced by River Chase shoppers.”
Other new additions include: Justice and The Children’s Place opening next month and Chuck E. Cheese’s in early June.
For information regarding leasing and sales opportunities, please contact Rhonda Sharkawy at rsha@stirlingprop.com or 504-620-8145.
