Rich’s vast experience and internal leadership with leading a real estate department for a powerful ensemble of retail brands or consulting for developers, tenants, and landlords is unparalleled in the retail real estate industry. Rich’s expertise has made him a sought-after consultant, partner, guest lecturer, and advisor. Prior to launching Odyssey Retail Advisors, Rich assisted Crown Acquisitions in the planning, leasing and merchandising of the retail space at the Wynn Las Vegas, wherein the span of 12 months he led the lease up of an 80,000 square foot expansion. Rich has consulted for brands such as Burberry, Stella McCartney, Zimmermann, Away and many others. In addition to the Wynn, Rich has worked with owners and developers including URW, Brookfield, Madison Marquette and WS Development as well as Tishman Speyer for a reimagining of the iconic Rockefeller Center. Prior to consulting, Rich was recruited by Kering (then known as PPR), for a newly created role as Head of Real Estate – Americas. In this role, he oversaw the group’s portfolio of real estate throughout North and South America, performing all site selection, market research and negotiation for the... Read More
