Stirling Properties Announces that The Children’s Place is Coming to Hammond Square
HAMMOND, Louisiana —- (NOVEMBER 11, 2010) Stirling Properties, the developer of Hammond Square, announces the addition of another retail tenant to its power-lifestyle center. The Children’s Place, the leading specialty retailer of children’s clothing and accessories, with over 975 locations nationally and 14 in Louisiana, plan to open its first Northshore location at Hammond Square.
The Children’s Place will occupy 4,290 SF of available space on Main Street directly across from Encore Shoe Department. The official Grand Opening Date has yet to be announced but is expected early spring 2011. The store will offer spacious, bright and airy shopping that clearly identifies sections for Girls and Boys (sizes 4-14), Baby Girls and Boys (sizes 6 mos.-4T) and Newborn (sizes 0-12 mos.). Additionally, seasonal merchandise lines will be introduced throughout the year with online shopping at www.childrensplace.com.
Leasing opportunities are still available at Hammond Square. For more information, contact Beezie Landry at 985-246-3781 or via email at blandry@stirlingprop.com or Rhonda Sharkawy at 504-620-8145 or via email at rsha@stirlingprop.com.
LSU Alum and MLB Star to Host Charity Golf Tournament at Carter Plantation
SPRINGFIELD, Louisiana —- (NOVEMBER 1, 2010) – On November 12, Carter Plantation, managed by Stirling Properties, will be home to the First Annual Ryan Theriot Celebrity Golf Classic. The tournament will feature athletes, sports personalities and entertainers, teamed with foursomes made up of corporate executives and community leaders. A reception, silent auction, dinner and awards ceremony is scheduled following the conclusion of tournament play. Proceeds from the event will benefit the National Wildlife Federation’s (NWF) Gulf Oil Spill Restoration Fund, the Autism Society of America Greater Baton Rouge Chapter and Fore! Kids Foundation.
“I am honored to host this tournament and increase awareness for these worthwhile causes,” Theriot said. “I’m deeply committed to this area where I’m originally from and believe strongly in the work that they are doing.”
For more information regarding the Celebrity Golf Classic, please contact Dusty Ann Williams at DWilliams@jpse.net / 561.656.2023 or Megan Zimring at meganz@bhscouncil.com / 310.858-1872.
About Ryan Theriot
Ryan Theriot is a Baton Rouge, Louisiana native, LSU Alumnus, and Major League Baseball star. He currently is the second baseman for the Los Angeles Dodgers and is represented by Beverly Hills Sports Council, a full service sports agency specializing in representing baseball players, including some of the biggest stars in today’s game. In July, while Ryan was a member of the Chicago Cubs, he organized a “Mystery Autographed Ball” event at Wrigley Field that raised $22,000 for NWF’s Gulf Restoration Fund. Visit www.ryantheriot.com for more information.
About Carter Plantation
Carter Plantation, managed by Stirling Properties, is one of south Louisiana’s premier residential resort and golf communities. It is accessible from Interstate 12 via either Exit 32 (Springfield/Albany) or Exit 35 (Baptist/Pumpkin Center); and from Interstate 55 via Exit 26 (Springfield/Ponchatoula). The development features an 18-hole championship golf course designed by PGA Champion David Toms, a pro shop, restaurant, overnight villas, and event Pavilion to accommodate dining, meeting, and banquet events. The facility is a popular venue for weddings and special events offering a breathtaking view of the golf course. For more information please call 225-294-7555 or visit www.carterplantation.com.
Stirling Properties’ Hammond Square is a Finalist for ICSC’s 2010 U.S. Design & Development Awards
HAMMOND, Louisiana —- (OCTOBER 26, 2010) Hammond Square, Stirling Properties’ power lifestyle center located in Hammond, Louisiana, was selected as a finalist for The International Council of Shopping Centers’ (ICSC) 2010 United States Design and Development Awards. These awards recognize outstanding achievement in design and development of retail properties and retail store design within the U.S. and are given for the following categories: Renovation or Expansion of an Existing Project, Innovative Design and Development of a New Project, and Retail Store Design.
Hammond Square is a finalist for best renovation or expansion of an existing project for retail space over 500,000 sq. ft. and is among seven other finalists from developments in Washington, New Jersey, Connecticut, California, and Pennsylvania. These eight finalists were judged by a jury of leading industry experts who awarded points for improvement of existing space, methods of keeping the project open during construction, new marketing and re-letting/re-merchandising approaches, refinancing techniques, innovative design and construction approaches, and adaptive reuses of the structure.
All entries receive up to a maximum cumulative score of 100 points but only the top 50% are considered finalists. The top performers in each category will be announced at ICSC’s CenterBuild Conference on December 2, 2010 in Phoenix, Arizona where they will receive the prestigious Gold or Silver awards.
“To be a finalist for the 2010 U.S. Design and Development Award is a tremendous honor for Hammond Square and Stirling Properties. It is a testament to the commitment made to Hammond by the owners of Hammond Square and to the development team who worked over three years on this project,” said Grady Brame, Executive Vice President and Partner of Stirling Properties. “The recognition helps put Hammond in the national spotlight and we are optimistic about the opportunities this type of news will bring not only for the current tenants, but for those retailers interested in Hammond Square.”
Additional leasing opportunities are still available at Hammond Square. For more information, contact Beezie Landry at 985-246-3781 or via email at blandry@stirlingprop.com or Rhonda Sharkawy at 504-620-8145 or via email at rsha@stirlingprop.com.
Stirling Properties Golf Tournament Raises Money for Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center
COVINGTON, Louisiana —- (October 21, 2010) Stirling Properties 10th Annual Stirling Invitational Golf Tournament raised $10,200 for Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center. The scramble-style golf tournament hosted by Stirling Properties was held on Monday at the University Club, in Baton Rouge where generous contributions from sponsors and golfers helped to make the event a success. Grady Brame, Stirling Properties Executive Vice President and Partner, presented the donation to Richard Lipsey, Immediate Past Chairman for the Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center Board of Directors, during an awards celebration following the tournament.
“Stirling Properties has been able to make over $70,000 in charitable contributions to various organizations over the past 10 years with Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center being the charitable recipient in the majority of the tournament proceeds,” said Mr. Brame. “Since 2004, $56,200 has been donated to the center in support of their cancer research and care-giving efforts. We are honored to give back to an organization that so positively impacts our region and look forward to continued support of their mission.”
Stirling Properties Welcomes Ed Moore to its Team
COVINGTON, Louisiana —- (OCTOBER 7, 2010) Stirling Properties announces the addition of Ed Moore to the company’s Commercial Brokerage Division. Mr. Moore adds to the team of sales professionals located at 109 Northpark Boulevard, Suite 300, in Covington as a Sales and Leasing Executive.
For over 25 years, Ed Moore has been involved in all phases of real estate. In 1973 he obtained both a Commercial Contractors License and a Louisiana Brokers License which afforded him knowledge from both sides of a real estate transaction. Mr. Moore’s major accomplishments include the development and brokerage of Mariner’s Village in Mandeville, Louisiana, co-developer of Greenleaves Subdivision also in Mandeville, and an owner and developer of Innwoods Subdivision in Covington, Louisiana. Mr. Moore is a graduate of Louisiana State University and was a student of Loyola University’s MBA program.
“We are extremely pleased and fortunate to have someone with Ed’s extensive background, experience and qualifications join us,” stated Marty Mayer, President and CEO of Stirling Properties. “He will bring a unique perspective to our team.”
Stirling Properties Welcomes Ryan Murphy to its Team
COVINGTON, Louisiana —- (OCTOBER 4, 2010) Stirling Properties announces the addition of Ryan Murphy to the company’s Commercial Brokerage Division. Mr. Murphy adds to the team of sales professionals located at 109 Northpark Boulevard, Suite 300, in Covington as a Sales and Leasing Executive.
Ryan Murphy has been active in the commercial real estate business since 2002 handling landlord and tenant operations for office use. He is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science and Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics. Mr. Murphy also holds a Masters in Business Administration from Loyola University in New Orleans.
“Ryan’s attention to detail and determination to succeed are strengths that Stirling Properties seeks in our team members,” stated Marty Mayer, President and CEO of Stirling Properties. “With his real world experience and his deep connections to the Northshore, we believe Ryan will be a valuable asset to our team.”
