Leasing

Welcome to the Leasing Department at The Mall at Robinson. Are you thinking about opening your own business, but don’t know what to do? Do you want to expand your business into The Mall at Robinson and wonder what is available? Read on to find out how you could be the next “Coming Soon” at The Mall at Robinson.

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If you have a unique product or idea and would like to test it on a short-term basis, The Mall at Robinson could be a good place to start your new enterprise. Even Fortune 500 companies have to start somewhere. The Mall at Robinson can help you get your new business venture started through our Specialty Leasing Program. Leases can be established for periods from single days up to one year. Contact our Specialty Leasing Manager for more details.

Melissa Wyatt , Specialty Leasing Manager
412.788.0819 ext. 201
melissawyatt@forestcity.net

The Mall at Robinson offers unique long-term leasing options for restaurants, shops and entertainment uses with spaces available throughout the property. If you are interested in leasing long-term space for a restaurant, shop or other use, please contact our leasing agent at Forest City Enterprises.

Alan Negrelli, Vice President of Development Leasing
216.416.3427
alannegrelli@forestcity.net

Interested in exposing your company, brand, or product to over 7 million guests per year? Consider the mall to deliver that message through sampling, banners, television commercials, brochures, in-mall posters, table top graphics, Web site advertising, escalators, and more! Contact our Marketing Director for more details.

Shema Krinsky, Director of Marketing
412.788.0819 ext. 203
shemakrinsky@forestcity.net

You may have clicked on this page because you are a risk taker, independent in your thinking and want to be in business for yourself. Does that sound about right? If you answered yes, you are an entrepreneur and The Mall at Robinson is the place for you! Short term leasing or “Specialty” Leasing is a great way to test market a product with less of a time commitment, lower overhead costs and operating on an RMU (cart) means instant visibility to the shopper because your business is situated in the open common area.

“I’ve been a seasonal tenant with The Mall at Robinson for nine consecutive years. I’ve chosen to return to the mall year after year because the mall is so centrally located and convenient for shoppers from many areas surrounding Pittsburgh and the demographics that the mall pulls fits our target shopper. I’ve been so successful at the mall each year that I’ve extended my seasonal rental from a two month rental to a five month winter long agreement.”
-- Michael Blackburn, Owner of Cinnamon Roasted Almonds

“I’ve been a year round cart tenant at The Mall at Robinson for five years. I remain faithful to my tenancy at the mall because the mall’s management company, Forest City, is one that is very pleasurable to lease from. I am well respected by their management team and my business is given the attention it is deserved. The mall shoppers are of an income bracket that keeps the mall thriving. The mall is also very safe which makes me feel secure as a business owner.”
-- Bill Dreibhold, Owner of Mr. Bill’s Sports Collectables

Typically there is an array of Specialty Leasing opportunities available within a shopping center. Here are some examples:
RETAIL MERCHANDISING UNITS - (also known as RMU’s or carts) are the most flexible rental option available. Choose from our large 6’ X 4’ RMU for selling your product or our small 2’ X 4’ RMU for advertising your service or product, both of which are available for a one month rental up to a one year term.

FLOATING RETAIL - (also known as kiosks) give you the ability to bring in your own merchandising unit to either sell your product or promote your service. Different footprint sizes are available throughout the common area of the mall. (insert Kiosk image)

TEMPORARY IN-LINE STORES - are an option for rental when a permanent storefront would be vacant and become available for a short term. This option gives you an opportunity to maximize your footprint, test your product and establish your business for later consideration of expanding into a permanent long term lease. (insert Storefront image)

Specialty Leasing Application:
Click here for an application packet or complete the form here. For Pittsburgh demographic information, click here.

Specialty Leasing is a great opportunity for the entrepreneur. Below are some local resources that can assist you in getting started.

www.business.pitt.edu - Small Business Development Center
pittsburgh.score.org - SCORE Pittsburgh
www.sba.gov/about-offices-content/3/3142 - US Small Business Administration
www.sbdc.duq.edu - Small Business Development Center
www.paacc.com - The Chamber Pittsburgh Airport Area