9. Where are we headed? Outlet properties are outperforming regional malls: Occupancy (97.9 vs 92.1) Sales psf ($500 vs. $433) Property Group, Inc.
10. Where are we headed? Simon is retooling former Mills properties to function more like outlet malls More retailers are developing outlet strategies
11. Where are we headed? Over the past 3 years: More retailers are opening outlet stores than full price concepts The word “sensitivity” seems to be evaporating
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14. Where are we headed? Outlet shopping has stayed strong during the spending downturn by the American consumer.
15. Where are we headed? As such the outlet shopper profile has broadened Savvy shoppers who want “lifestyle for less” Cut out the middle man
16. Where are we headed? We now have stores operating at $800-$1,000 per sq. ft. Strict tenant sale policies – minimum of 30% off MSRP
17. Planned Openings Only large outlet developer to plan a Phase 1 opening in 2010 Opening October 2010 Leeds, Alabama
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20. Planned Openings Craig Reality working on several centers/expansions Talisman planning two ground up centers: Chicago and Cabazon, CA
21. Planned Openings Outlet veterans looking to tackle Alaska and Hawaii We’re an industry in motion…