The Industrial (R)Evolution of Aurora
LOCATION LEADS THE WAY Industrial property in Aurora, IL, located 35 miles west of Chicago, originally served the local population, businesses, and surrounding communities. However, when the Reagan Tollway opened an interchange on Rt. 31 and I-88, Aurora became more accessible and appealing to companies requiring industrial real estate. Development increased in 10–12-year intervals, as […]
A Culture of Collaboration In Commercial Real Estate
For every company, especially within commercial real estate, a key determinant of success is an effective culture. Culture drives internal engagement, guides strategy, and impacts every facet of client experience. According to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), “An organization’s culture consists of beliefs and values established by leaders and then communicated throughout the […]
Opening A New Restaurant? Things To Consider
The process of looking for a commercial space to establish a restaurant can be a daunting experience under normal circumstances, let alone post a global pandemic. Interestingly, as many people’s habits changed drastically last year, so have their career aspirations. “We have seen a lot more first-time tenants that used the pandemic to consider finally starting their […]
Quarters Announces Completion of Series B Funding
–W5 Group leads new growth capital investment round––Management team strengthened and Rui Barros named new CEO––Quarters is taking its community offerings to the next level– New York, New York – February 6, 2020 – Quarters Holding GmbH (formerly Medici Living Holding GmbH), the largest co-living operator in North America and Europe, announces the successful completion of […]
Experiential Chicago Retail: Pour the beer, walk the wine
As the retail shopping center industry continues to embrace experiential concepts, such as restaurants, entertainment, wellness and fitness concepts as a driving force behind their merchandising mix, a similar transformation has moved into the Chicago suburban restaurant scene. New tech-forward concepts, designed to engage the consumer at every turn, are being introduced to enhance the […]
Amy Hall Among Initial Recipients of Prestigious ICSC CRRP Credential
Amy Hall, COO at Caton Commercial is among the first to receive ICSC’s new Certified Retail Real Estate Professional (CRRP) credential. As the retail industry continues to grow and transform, professionals are expected to develop a broader body of knowledge and perspective to be successful. The inclusive and broad nature of the ICSC CRRP credential demonstrates a […]
Is There a Benefit to Using Commercial Tenant Representation?
Is There a Benefit to Using Commercial Tenant Representation? Trying to find a space to lease can be really tough. Finding the perfect space to lease can be close to impossible. While you might think this is something that only you, as the business owner, can do, it could be worth asking yourself, “Is there a benefit […]
Founder of Bulldog Ale House To Open New Restaurant Concept
Matt Ahmeti, founder and owner of Bulldog Ale House, currently operating at 11 Chicagoland locations, has leased a 7,500 SF standalone building for a new restaurant concept. Unlike Bulldog Ale House, with its focus on rotating craft beer selections, the new restaurant will have a menu based around wine pairings. Steve Caton, CCIM, CIPS and Nick O’Donnell […]
Molly’s Cupcakes Opens to Wild Success in Downtown Naperville
Molly’s Cupcakes opened to wild success on Monday, January 21st, selling out in hours. Christina Caton Kitchel facilitated the deal to bring Molly’s to downtown Naperville. The much anticipated opening of the store located at 30 W. Jefferson lead to 1,000 cupcakes selling out within two hours of their opening. Molly’s plans to increase its cupcake supply to meet the […]
Cousins Subs First Chicago Location Opens in the Loop
Caton Commercial brokers, Brian Blackmore and Nick O’Donnell, represented Cousins Subs franchisees Dr. Amit and Kalpesh Patel of OM Group in the lease of their first Chicago location. The 2,600 SF location at 120 W. Madison Street in the Loop is now open for business. Cousins Subs has plans to continue its expansion with 40 locations in Chicago and […]