Gary Rissler

Background

About Gary Rissler

Who am I? • An executive level retail location development (construction/design/store planning/facilities/real estate) professional with in-depth knowledge of retail and commercial development and a broad network of industry resources. • A person of the highest level of ethics and standards with the references and reputation to back it up. What have I done? • Consistently developed departments, processes, people and projects to reduce the overall cost and timeline for the site selection design and construction process. • At the same time creating and maintaining the company branding image, design integrity and facility functionality. What is my philosophy? • It’s all about relationships and team work. o Develop relationships that last through time. Tap into these to create the best inside and outside teams with a common goal and you can accomplish anything. o Develop a relationship with other departments and individuals within your organization and make sure you show them that you value their contributions. • “Ride for the brand” is an expression from cattle ranching days of the American “Old West.” The brand was a “ranch’s trademark and represents pride, duty, and stewardship while inspiring loyalty, dedication, and cowboy camaraderie.” There was a unwavering “code” that you would fight and die for ranch owner that paid your wages, even if that meant one day you were fighting for one owner and against them the next. It is a statement of total dedication and commitment to who you work for and how you promise to represent the company. What I bring to the table? • 30+ years of experience in the industry. • 30+ years building and developing relationships with vendors, contractors, architects, consultants and others that will do “anything it takes” to help the projects succeed because of the mutual respect that has been developed. • Honesty, integrity, dedication and a work ethic that would be a true asset to any team, company or organization.