Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Retail Real Estate Partners
Established in 2004, The Auber Group brings over three decades of specialized expertise in retail real estate consulting. Our approach prioritizes client objectives through strategic site selection, lease negotiations, and market analysis, leveraging extensive industry relationships to secure premier locations. We partner with clients like Nike to develop customized real estate strategies that drive growth and profitability.Our team's deep understanding of demographic trends and retail dynamics ensures data-driven decision-making tailored to each client's unique needs. With a focus on integrity and long-term success, we act as advocates for our clients' brands throughout the entire store lifecycle, from concept to disposition.
Services
Retail Real Estate Consulting
Site Selection
Lease Negotiations
Strategic Planning
Market Analysis
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of hands-on retail real estate experience guiding strategic decisions.
- Our customized leasing strategies align with clients' unique brand positioning goals.
- Strategic partnerships with regional malls and lifestyle centers nationwide.
- Proven track record developing successful expansion plans for top-tier retailers.
- Operate with unwavering integrity to protect clients' reputations and interests.
What people say
Critical component of strategic thinking
Trusted adviser to our expansion
In-depth market knowledge
Proven location expertise
Conscientious growth approach
Services
Retail Real Estate Consulting
We develop customized retail real estate strategies that align with brand objectives and market opportunities. Our consultants conduct in-depth demographic analysis and competitor benchmarking to identify optimal expansion pathways. Clients benefit from our 30+ years of experience negotiating leases in premier regional malls and lifestyle centers nationwide.
Site Selection
Our site selection services combine psychographic data with co-tenant performance metrics to identify high-potential locations. We evaluate 12+ market factors including foot traffic patterns, visibility, and accessibility to ensure optimal store positioning for long-term success.
Lease Negotiations
We negotiate favorable lease terms leveraging industry relationships with major mall operators. Our services include analyzing alternative offers, optimizing occupancy costs, and securing construction allowances. Our team ensures all agreements protect clients' brand interests while maintaining budget parameters.
Strategic Planning
We create comprehensive real estate strategies balancing short-term objectives with long-term brand development. Our planning process includes market prioritization, portfolio optimization, and timing sequencing to maximize market penetration and profitability across expansion programs.
Market Analysis
Our market analysis services combine demographic studies with analog sales forecasting to predict location performance. We evaluate trade areas, consumer spending patterns, and competitive landscapes to provide data-driven recommendations supporting informed real estate decisions.
People
John Auber
President
John Auber founded The Auber Group in 2004 after 20+ years in retail real estate with Williams-Sonoma and J. Crew. Recognized as a top specialty leasing expert by ICSC, he brings 30+ years of experience in strategic retail expansion.
Questions
What specific retail real estate services do you offer?
We specialize in strategic site selection, lease negotiations, portfolio optimization, and market expansion planning for national retail brands.
How does your market analysis process work?
Our analysis combines demographic studies, psychographic data, and analog sales forecasting to identify locations with optimal consumer alignment.
What industries do you primarily work with?
While we work across sectors, we specialize in apparel, lifestyle, and specialty retail brands seeking national expansion.
How do you handle multi-location expansion programs?
We develop phased rollout strategies prioritizing high-potential markets while maintaining budget parameters through centralized lease management.
What makes your firm different from other consultants?
Our boutique approach combines 30+ years of hands-on experience with personalized service, avoiding generic solutions for tailored strategies.
Can you work with our existing real estate team?
Yes, we collaborate with in-house teams or provide full outsourced solutions, adapting to each client's specific operational structure.
