Stirling Properties Participates Company-Wide in Volunteers of America’s Christmas Wish Project
Employees and agents of Stirling Properties teamed up to donate Christmas presents, food baskets and other essential items to Volunteers of America’s Christmas Wish Project. Stirling’s Stewardship Committee organized the company-wide event by partnering with Volunteers of America in Greater New Orleans, Greater Baton Rouge, and Northwest Louisiana to serve the New Orleans Northshore and Southshore, Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and Shreveport-Bossier City.
“Volunteers of America is an inspiration for us all to give back to our communities. This was truly an amazing and heartwarming effort by the Stirling Team and will make this Christmas better for the many people served by the Christmas Wish Project,” stated Marty Mayer, President and CEO of Stirling Properties.
For more information about Stirling’s Stewardship Committee, please visit us on the web at http://stirlingprop.com/aboutus/Stewardship.aspx or by email at stewardship@stirlingprop.com.
Stirling Properties’ Ryan Juneau Earns ICSC Designation
Stirling Properties is pleased to announce that Ryan Juneau, Project Manager, is now an International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) Certified professional. Mr. Juneau is now an ICSC Certified Development, Design and Construction Professional (CDP).
ICSC estimates that less than 10% of industry professionals have achieved this important status, setting Mr. Juneau, as well as Stirling Properties, apart from the rest.
With over 6,000 designees in 55 countries, and nearly 500 of who are CDPs, ICSC certification programs are a mark of excellence. Certifications focus on raising industry professional standards worldwide and give special recognition to shopping center professionals who demonstrate the highest levels of competency in their industry through professional education, experience, ethics, and by passing a rigorous examination.
Stirling Properties Expands Retail & Service Options at River Chase Shopping Center in Covington, LA
Stirling Properties announces a 9,000 SF expansion to River Chase Shopping Center in Covington, Louisiana. Construction recently commenced on the 2-tenant building that will be the future home to Men’s Wearhouse and Bellagio Salon & Spa. Located next to Region’s Bank, both stores will open summer of 2014.
Men’s Wearhouse is one of North America’s largest specialty retailers of men’s apparel, carrying a full selection of suits, sport coats, furnishings and accessories. They are expanding within the center from 1,400 SF to 5,000 SF.
Bellagio Salon & Spa is a regional operator offering quality high-end salon & spa services at affordable prices. Bellagio specializes in facials, full body massages, haircuts, styling & coloring, nails, make-up, permanent make-up, eyelash extensions and waxing.
For more information regarding in-line leasing and outparcel opportunities, contact Rhonda Sharkawy, Senior Retail Leasing & Development Executive for Stirling Properties at rsharkawy@stirlingprop.com or call 504.620.8145.
Stirling Eight United Plaza LLC Acquires United Plaza VIII in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Stirling Properties to Exclusively Manage and Lease the Class A Office Building
Stirling Eight United Plaza LLC, an entity comprised of local investors led by Stirling Properties, acquired United Plaza VIII from Wink United Plaza LLC on November 25, 2013. Built in 1993, the 3-story, Class A office building is located at 8641 United Plaza Boulevard in the United Plaza Office Park in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Stirling Properties’ Sales and Leasing Executive Scott Macdonald represented the buyers and Branon Pesnell of Beau Box represented the sellers.
The exclusive management and leasing of the 52,606 square-foot, 91% leased United Plaza VIII will be handled by Stirling Properties. The ownership group which acquired United Plaza VIII, now owns four buildings in United Plaza Office Park – United Plaza I, United Plaza II, United Plaza VIII and United Plaza XII – totaling over 500,000 square feet with a combined occupancy of 97%. All of these buildings are exclusively managed and leased by Stirling Properties.
“Our acquisition team seized a tremendous opportunity in a market that we know to be a strong performer,” said Grady Brame, Executive Vice President of Stirling Properties. “The acquisition of United Plaza VIII is an excellent investment for the building ownership group and demonstrates Stirling’s commitment to Baton Rouge and our belief in the area’s future growth.”
For more information regarding United Plaza VIII contact:
- Grady Brame at 985-246-3769 or gbrame@stirlingprop.com for acquisition questions.
- Scott Macdonald at 225-201-0142 or smacdonald@stirlingprop.com for leasing opportunities.
New Tenants Now Open at Hammond Square, Just in Time for the Holidays
Stirling Properties, Developer and Property Manager of Hammond Square, is pleased to announce the addition of three new tenants to Hammond Square. Justice, Shane’s Rib Shack and Popcorn Bistro all opened this month and are located on Palace Drive.
Justice, a leading national retailer of preteen girl’s fashion, will occupy 3,150 square feet.
Shane’s Rib Shack, known for its slow-cooked ribs, hand-chopped chicken and pork, and many southern sides, occupies 2,810 square feet.
Popcorn Bistro, a gourmet popcorn store offering 153 flavors that are made fresh daily and made with 100% all natural ingredients, occupies 1,200 square feet. Hammond Square is their 2nd Northshore location.
“We are excited to welcome our new tenants,” said Amy Allen, Property Manager for Stirling Properties. “With Holiday Shopping right around the corner, we are glad to expand the offerings at Hammond Square for the residents of Tangipahoa Parish.”
For more information regarding leasing and sales opportunities at Hammond Square, please contact Rhonda Sharkawy at rsharkawy@stirlingprop.com or 504-620-8145.
Stirling Properties Announces Opening of New Walgreens in Gulfport, MS
Stirling Properties is pleased to announce the opening of a new full-service Walgreens drugstore in Gulfport, Mississippi, located at the intersection of Pass Road and Interstate 49 at the location of the former Gulfmart Shopping Center. The 13,650 square-foot store has a drive-thru window and full service pharmacy and will serve as a catalyst for future retail development of that corridor. Stirling Properties provided development services, including lease negotiation, financing, and project management, to a third party owner of the property.
As a preferred developer for the Walgreens Company in the Gulf South, Stirling Properties has had a long-standing relationship with the retailer. “Our team has been working successfully with Walgreens for the past 10 years and has delivered over 25 stores with many more in the pipeline”, said Peter Aamodt, Vice President of Development for Stirling Properties. “Stirling is committed to finding new development opportunities for all of our retail clients in the Gulf South.”
For more information, contact Peter Aamodt, Vice President of Development for Stirling Properties, at paamodt@stirlingprop.com or by calling (504) 523-4481.
