A Conversation with Michael Brownstein
David Garbuz of Oberfeld Snowcap sits down with Michael Brownstein, CEO of Browns Shoes, for a candid conversation about retail real estate, building strong partnerships, and the decisions behind Browns’ growth across Canada. Michael shares why Browns pursued bigger stores and
A Conversation with Harley Oberfeld
In this candid podcast conversation, our Director of Talent and Culture, Caroline Bourbeau, sits down with CEO Harley Oberfeld to explore the story behind Oberfeld Snowcap. They delve into how the company, a pioneer in tenant representation, leverages deep market
Interested in Retail Real Estate? Here’s How to ‘Break In and Break Out’
How to enter and build a successful career in retail real estate. Retail real estate doesn’t come with a rulebook. There is no right path or moment when you suddenly feel fully qualified. That uncertainty deters many — yet it quietly
The Hidden Price Tag of Modern Retail
Why Rising Costs Are Reshaping the Marketplace and How Innovation Is Fighting Back Over the past decade, retail has undergone a transformation as dramatic as any in its history. Flagship stores have become architectural statements. Pop-ups appear overnight, pulling in lineups
More Than Just a Mall: How Shopping Centres Became the Heartbeat of Modern Life
In 1956, Southdale Center in Minnesota introduced a ground breaking concept that would redefine retail forever. As the first fully enclosed shopping mall in the United States, it marked a major shift from traditional high street shopping to a centralized,
Kathleen McGuigan, Managing Director, Joins 2024-2026 ICSC NGLN Cohort
The ICSC Next Generation Leadership Network highlights emerging talent shaping the future of the retail real estate sector. As retail and real estate continue to evolve at a rapid pace, this group showcases the innovative thinking, strategic leadership, and the
Jay Freedman – Named President of Oberfeld Snowcap
Jay Freedman has been named President of Oberfeld Snowcap, effective December 1st. In his new role, Jay will be responsible for all client-focused divisions. This is a significant milestone in the firm’s leadership evolution and further emphasizes Oberfeld Snowcap’s commitment
Oberfeld Snowcap Director, Client Services Appointed to ICSC Next Generation Leadership Network
Congratulations to David Garbuz, Director, Client Services for being appointed to the ICSC Next Generation Leadership Network, an under-40 group of professionals that exemplify the leadership, creativity and vision needed to advance their organizations and the industry through a period
The Future of the Shopping Mall
One of the most analyzed categories of retail is the future of shopping malls. Journalists have assigned sensational headlines such as the retail apocalypse which has generally been prescribed to the much-maligned shopping mall and its department store anchors. No
Retail poised to make a comeback post COVID-19
The return of brick-and-mortar – more reasons now than ever to explore opening stores Oberfeld Snowcap offers clients their perspective on commercial real estate and retail trends. In this post we examine the lessons and opportunities that the past year of