Retail Property Consultants placing you where you’ll prosper.
30 years national and international expertise providing our clients with real results.
Meet the founder
Jim McConnel has worked in the Retail Property Industry for over 30 years, in both the UK and Australia, most recently with Westfield / Scentre Group. Previously, as a retailer advisor, amongst others, he represented and advised Seattle Coffee Club, Starbucks Coffee and Gateway Computers.
Jim has established Enterprise Retail Consulting, a retail property consultancy, providing retailers with professional strategic retail property advice.
Jim’s expertise, passion, drive, commitment and proven track record assists retail businesses with their establishment and growth. With a focus on integrity, quality and value for money, Jim works closely with clients to deliver tailored industry best practice solutions. His approach is characterised by kindness, politeness and deep respect for clients, to build long-term, trusting relationships.
Retail success begins with the right address.
Have you ever wondered why some businesses flourish while others falter? One of the key ingredients to a successful retail business is choosing the right location.
Our mission is to empower retailers to prosper, by providing professional, strategic retail property advice using the latest demographic and industry data.
We work closely with our clients to deliver tailored industry best practice solutions for long-term financial sustainability.
Our mission is to empower retailers to make expert decisions for long term success.
First-time store owners.
Navigating the launch of your first store can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. We can be your compass, ensuring your store’s location and commercial terms and conditions set you up for success right from the start.
Multiple Site Retailers.
You’ve built a business. Now it’s time to grow and thrive. From negotiating a better lease renewal to store network planning, we can help you with identifying locations that maximise your brand’s potential.
Need results-driven strategies? We’re your competitive edge.
There are many retail property consulting firms across Australia. So why should you choose us? We are client-focused and hands-on, using the most up-to-date data and industry knowledge, ensuring you are able to make strategic, well informed decisions, providing you with a competitive advantage.
30 years National and International experience.
With over 30 years experience in the industry, we know how to help you go from surviving to thriving.
Decision-making informed by real data.
Trust in our data-driven insights to highlight market and customer trends, future-proofing your operations for long-term success.
Collaborative process that puts you first.
We will work closely with you to help carve a path to success by understanding your business, goals and objectives.
Flexible consultations that run to your schedule.
As the owner of a retail business, you’re juggling your time and countless responsibilities. That’s why we offer flexible consultations, both virtually and face-to-face.
Comprehensive services tailored to your needs.
We take the time to understand your unique challenges and tailor our recommendations to align with your needs and vision.
Long-term relationships founded on respect.
Our approach is characterised by empathy, kindness, and deep respect for our clients, earning us our stellar reputation as a trusted advisor.
You deserve a supportive network of services designed just for you.
Retail lease negotiations
Many retailers aren’t aware of the power they have when it comes to lease negotiations. We’ll assist you in securing a contract that works for you.
Retail store network planning
We can help you plan your next store growth phase by providing competitor and market analysis to assist you to make successful decisions.
Access to industry experts
We’ll connect you with trusted lawyers, accountants, and designers for specialised services that help you develop a successful business.
Tailored retail strategy advice
Whether it's a lease negotiation, finding the right new store location or planning a national, multi-site expansion, we have the experience and expertise to help you.
Interested to find out more?
Tired of second-guessing?
Invest in custom solutions that give you:
Confidence in decision making
Business clarity & vision
Optimal location & competitive advantage
Enhanced financial security
Our process is comprehensive yet straightforward, giving you a clear road to the future.
Your success is our focus, which is why we listen first and act second. It’s time to invest in a service that genuinely centres on you.
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Discovery Session
Our initial consultation acts as a discovery session, where we delve into your retail vision, and gain a detailed understanding of your business, objectives, and market challenges.
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Strategy Formulation
We will formulate an appropriate retail property strategy and determine which services are most suitable to give you the best return on investment.
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Plan Implementation
If you are happy with the proposed strategy, we will help you implement it within an agreed timeframe.
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Ongoing Support
Support doesn’t end with implementing your strategy. We will continue to monitor your progress with follow-up consultations, ensuring you’re on track to fulfilling your goals.
Need help with lease agreements? Retail market analysis? Store expansion?
Let’s shape your successful future by working closely together.