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Case Study: Community Growth Resulting in Retail Expansion
THE CHALLENGE McKinney, Texas, known for its small town feel is located about 30 miles north of downtown Dallas. It is the second largest city in Collin County. With the growth McKinney had experienced over the years, the community had been requesting a warehouse store such as Costco for quite some time. In order for these residents to get to the nearest location, they were having to drive around 15 miles. THE SOLUTION The Retail Coach has had a long term relationship with t
Matthew Lautensack
May 17, 20201 min read


Case Study: COVID-19 Local Retail Impact Analysis Reflections
Community Gastonia, North Carolina THE CHALLENGE As many forms of retail, restaurant and other business shutdowns were put in order, The...
Matthew Lautensack
May 16, 20202 min read


Case Study: The City of Victoria, Texas and The Retail Coach – A History of Success
THE CHALLENGE Victoria, Texas is the largest city in Victoria County and is located 30 miles inland from the Gulf of Mexico. It is a...
Matthew Lautensack
May 15, 20202 min read


Case Study: Multi-year Partnership with The Retail Coach Garners Results
Community Warrensburg, Missouri THE CHALLENGE The Warrensburg, Missouri Convention and Visitors Bureau describes the city’s location as...
Matthew Lautensack
May 14, 20202 min read


Case Study: Bastrop, Texas Rebounds After 2011 Fires
Community Bastrop Texas THE CHALLENGE Approximately 25 miles from Austin, Bastrop, Texas is in the heart of the Lost Pines Forest of...
Matthew Lautensack
May 13, 20202 min read


Case Study: Long-Term Relationships & Partnerships Produce Results for Kingsville, Texas
Community Kingsville, Texas THE CHALLENGE Kingsville, TX is positioned between the Texas Gulf Coast, often referred to as the “Texas...
Matthew Lautensack
May 12, 20202 min read


Case Study: Knowledge of Community is Power for Brownsville, Texas
Community Brownsville, Texas THE CHALLENGE Brownsville is located on the southern tip of Texas. Across the Rio Grande River is Matamoros,...
Matthew Lautensack
May 11, 20202 min read


Case Study: Building Relationships Leads to Retail Revitalization
Community Early, Texas THE CHALLENGE Early is located near the center of Brown County in west-central Texas. The Pecan Bayou, a tributary...
Matthew Lautensack
May 10, 20202 min read


Case Study: Camden, South Carolina Receives Brownfields Grant
Community Camden, South Carolina THE CHALLENGE Camden, South Carolina has historically been dependent on industries and petroleum-related...
Matthew Lautensack
May 9, 20201 min read


Case Study: Right Connections Results in New Restaurant & Development Win
Community Gallatin, Tennessee THE CHALLENGE Experienced restaurateur, Grant Nooe, Chef and Owner of Grant’s Kitchen in Flowood,...
Matthew Lautensack
May 8, 20202 min read


Case Study: Partnering With Experts to Drive Economic Development Across the Country
Community Alabama THE CHALLENGE In 2012, the Brewers Association reported there were 2,715 breweries in the U.S. compared to 50 in 1980....
Matthew Lautensack
May 7, 20202 min read


Case Study: The Retail Coach Helps Fire-Ravaged Bastrop, TX Focus on Retail Recovery
Community Bastrop, Texas THE CHALLENGE Wildfires destroyed more than 1 million trees, 1,600 homes and set back 48 businesses in Bastrop...
Matthew Lautensack
May 6, 20202 min read


Case Study: Perseverance Pays Off – Beaver Dam Wins Burger King
Community Beaver Dam, Kentucky THE CHALLENGE Beaver Dam, Kentucky was named for the Baptist church that was established there before the...
Matthew Lautensack
May 5, 20202 min read


Case Study: Helping Local Businesses Retain & Expand Sales in Bishop, CA
THE CHALLENGE “I’m going to Lancaster to pick up groceries.” “We’re going to Reno for back-to-school clothes and supplies.” “That store...
Matthew Lautensack
May 4, 20203 min read


Case Study: Using Retail Study Results, Broken Arrow Leaders Urge Residents to Shop Locally
Community Broken Arrow, Oklahoma THE APPROACH As the fourth largest city in Oklahoma, Broken Arrow offers everything national and...
Matthew Lautensack
May 3, 20202 min read


Case Study: Hard Work and Good Data Lead to Retail Home Run in San Saba, TX
Community San Saba, Texas THE CHALLENGE San Saba, Texas, is best known as the Pecan Capital of the World. Often producing up to 5 million...
Matthew Lautensack
May 2, 20202 min read


Case Study: Georgetown Taps License Plate Study to Reveal Shoppers’ Origins
Community Georgetown, Texas THE CHALLENGE Where are people coming from to shop and dine in Georgetown? Who are they? How can we increase...
Matthew Lautensack
May 1, 20202 min read


Development Association Partners with Texas-Based Organization to Promote Retail Growth in Our Region
The Retail Coach core staff, from left: Project Manager Kyle Cofer, President Aaron Farmer, Founder and CEO C. Kelly Cofer, Director of...
Matthew Lautensack
Oct 8, 20194 min read


Odessa, Texas Renews Partnership with The Retail Coach
Another multi-year project back on the books. We love working hard for you, Odessa, Texas!
Matthew Lautensack
Jul 9, 20181 min read


Fredericksburg, Texas Renews Partnership with The Retail Coach
Fredericksburg, Texas is continuing their partnership with The Retail Coach another year. We are working hard for you!
Matthew Lautensack
Jul 9, 20181 min read
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