EuropaProperty completes digitally enhanced gala to celebrate the region’s retail sector

MK Illumination creates tailor-made experiences that connect with people’s emotions through festive lighting, decoration, interactive worlds. They deliver decorative solutions for every occasion and in size or scale. As a global business with local expertise MK Illumination leads the way in design, innovation, technical excellence service and sustainable solutions.

TPA is a leading international consulting group, offering comprehensive business advisory services in 12 countries of Central and Southeastern Europe. TPA provides international corporations and large domestic companies with effective business solutions in terms of tax advisory, accounting and payroll outsourcing, real estate investment consultancy and personnel consulting, as well as audit and business advisory services under the Baker Tilly TPA brand.

Dentons the world’s largest law firm operating in 77 countries and 198 offices globally. Its clients benefit from more than 11,000 lawyers and professionals with experience in 24 sectors and 40 practices.

This year CFE celebrates the 25th anniversary of its presence on the Polish construction market. CFE is a growing trustworthy construction company with returning clients such as Karuzela, Atrium European Real Estate, Rockcastle, Majaland, and Carrefour.

Master Management Group (MMG) specializes in real estate management, development, redevelopment and acquisitions of high-quality retail based properties located in key markets throughout Poland. MMG has 15 years of experience and in-house experts in property management, leasing, accounting and finance, information technology and offers investment and partnership opportunities. As a result, MMG successfully implements independent projects and cooperates with leading developers and investors.

Yoram’s noteworthy achievements include maintaining a high occupancy level in retail and offices. The finalization of post-lock-down negotiations with all tenants. Keeping a healthy money collection level. A post-lock-down footfall and tenant turnover with a stable increase. High standard of safety measures and information system implemented. Flexible marketing activities on-going.

CBRE Group, Inc. is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with 2019 revenues of $23.9 billion. CBRE has been included on the Fortune 500 since 2008, currently ranking #128.

mBank is a universal bank, specialising in servicing all client groups. Acting under the mBank logo, which has different colours depending on the type of the offer, it provides comprehensive services within the scope of retail, business, corporate and finance.

IMMOFINANZ is a commercial real estate group whose activities are focused on the office and retail segments of seven core markets in Europe: Austria, Germany, Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary and Romania. The core business covers the management and development of properties, whereby the STOP SHOP (retail), VIVO! (retail) and myhive (office) brands represent strong focal points that stand for quality and service.

Under the Vendo Park brand, Trei builds and leases retail parks in Poland, the Czech Republic and Slovakia. A total of 31 facilities have already been built, 21 of which have been developed by Trei Real Estate Poland and kept in the company’s portfolio. The company manages a total of 127 retail facilities (21 Vendo Parks and 106 shops included 103 Biedronka shops ) located in more than 90 cities in Poland.

Trei Real Estate Poland is a part of Trei Real Estate GmbH group, headquartered in Düsseldorf (Germany). The group invests, develops and manages tailor-made and sustainable residential and retail properties in Germany, Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Portugal and the USA.

Warsaw Brewery – Echo Investment – Poland. Warsaw Brewery is a project that will restore a significant part of the city to residents of the capital. Great care has been taken to design an area where historic and modern architecture, private and public spaces, as well as urbanized and green areas can truly coexist in harmony. It will become an exciting destination place – a friendly and easily accessible part of Warsaw where one can live and work comfortably, as well as spend time pleasantly.

Vendo Park Częstochowa is one of Trei Real Estate’s largest commercial investments in Poland and the company’s preferred larger format of retail parks. Thanks to its size, the facility offers a wide range of stores to local communities. Lidl supermarket and 12 tenants of Vendo Park guarantee a rich commercial offer and comfort of shopping within the newly created facility. Maxi Zoo, Dealz, TEDi and JBB Bałdyga are the brands debuting in Częstochowa. Trei was fully responsible for the retail park’s commercialization and currently is managing the property in house.

Elektrownia Powiśle, developed by White Star Real Estate in Poland, is a former power plant. Its construction is more than 100 years old and as with many historical sites, the public had a vested interest in its reopening. Due to its amazing location, architectural structure and powerful history, Elektrownia Powiśle presented an incredible opportunity to continue the trend of converting postindustrial sites into thriving destinations, creating one of a kind experience for customers by revitalizing the former power plant and giving it new functions: retail, F&B, Beauty Hall, office, hotel and residential.

Upon completion, Galeria Andrychów in Poland will be the first and only modern retail scheme in Andrychów. It will feature 23,250 sqm of GLA, 30 retail units and an efficient land development plan featuring a centrally located car park with easy access to individual units located on either side. Galeria Andrychów is a JV project of Acteeum Group and EQUILIS, which is set to open in Q4, 2021.

Galeria Chełm, developed by EQUILIS and Acteeum Group in Poland, is the first modern shopping centre in the city and region offering convenience shopping with a wide range of stores and services. Unique architecture and pleasant atmosphere make this place a perfect location for not only shopping but also as a family meeting destination. The Gallery offers shopping, meetings, taste and play dedicated both to young people and whole families.

Galeria Wiślanka is unique in several respects. First of all, Żory was one of the last medium-sized cities in Poland without a shopping mall, and the gallery is practically 100 percent leased. Finally, the multiplex in Wiślanka is the only new cinema opened in Poland in 2020. In addition – this large project was implemented by a domestic investor – Wiślanka S.A. from Jastrzębie Zdrój.

Galerija Belgrade developed by Eagle Hills is the biggest shopping, gourmet and entertainment destination in the region. As part of Belgrade Waterfront, Galerija Belgrade is an unprecedented attraction on the local market, both because of its location on the river bank, and because of the impressive size and unique facilities and contents, it offers.

AFI Cotroceni, developed by AFI EUROPE in Bucharest, is located in the central-western part of the city, between the city centre and two of the largest residential districts, Militari and Drumul Taberei. With approximately 90,000 sqm of gross leasable area, AFI Cotroceni is Romania’s largest shopping mall.

AmRest Holdings SE (AmRest, WSE: EAT) is the largest independent restaurant operator in Central and Eastern Europe with a growing international presence. Since 1993 it has been building a portfolio of well recognized, power brands such as KFC, Pizza Hut, Burger King and Starbucks based on solid franchise and joint venture partnerships.

The Green Caffè Nero brand was created by Gerry Ford – the owner of the Caffè Nero brand and Adam Ringer – the founder and CEO of Green Coffee. Since opening the first joint café in 2012, Green Caffè Nero has remained faithful to the mission of its founders: offering the best coffee and creating an intimate, home-like atmosphere where you can enjoy your coffee.

A leader in multi-channel sales with an established position MediaMarkt is one of the strongest consumer brands on the Polish market and the first address for enthusiasts of new technologies and people looking for the widest range of consumer electronics. The network is dynamically developing in all sales channels, it sets new standards in terms of product range and service quality – it is a leader in multi-channel sales.

Hebe is a modern and friendly chain of drugstores, offering a carefully selected, diverse range, and exclusive products – all at extremely attractive prices. Hebe’s offer includes Korean and natural cosmetics, as well as its own brands: Hebe Professional, Hebe Cosmetics, by hebe, Hebe Basics, and Hebe Naturals. Hebe is known for the high level of client service, awarded by the Gwiazda Jakości Obsługi for a few years in a row. By the end of 2020, the chain had 266 stores.

Today KappAhl has roughly 400 stores and is one of Scandinavia’s leading fashion retailers. It offers a wide selection for women, men and children. Its strategy is founded on its long-standing experience and in-depth insights into fashion and how it affects people and the environment, informed by current scientific evidence, the theory behind the Planetary Boundaries and the UN’s 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Zalando is Europe’s leading online platform for fashion. The online retailer delivers to customers in 17 countries. In its fashion store, customers can find a wide assortment of more than 3,000 brands.

Modivo is an online sales platform with premium fashion, signed by eobuwie.pl. This is a specially selected assortment, bringing together top brands in one place – 70,000 products from almost 250 brands. Today Modivo is available online in Poland, Romania, Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Greece, Germany, France, Croatia, Lithuania, Slovakia, Hungary and Italy.

Hebe is a modern and friendly chain of drugstores, offering a carefully selected, diverse range, and exclusive products – all at extremely attractive prices. Hebe’s offer includes Korean and natural cosmetics, as well as its own brands: Hebe Professional, Hebe Cosmetics, by hebe, Hebe Basics, and Hebe Naturals. Hebe is known for the high level of client service, awarded by the Gwiazda Jakości Obsługi for a few years in a row. By the end of 2020, the chain had 266 stores.

Monika Wozniak-Zawiola’s noteworthy achievements include: settling down business in Poland, building recognition and securing project portfolio further growth resulting in Poland being one of the largest investment markets within the Group; JV partnerships establishment with local partner (incl. Acteeum); As President of the Management Board – Opening of Galeria Chełm, Poland, 17,200 sqm GLA shopping centre during lockdown COVID, 100% leased; Start of construction of 95% leased 23,300 sqm GLA Retail Park in Andrychów, Poland during the pandemic and securing external financing of retail projects, including alternatives to bank financing.