Virtual Event |
Law Squared
Overview (Program Summary)
A program hosted by:
ACC AustraliaAre you responsible for negotiating or managing retail leases for your business? The world of retail leasing can be complex and filled with pitfalls— getting your strategy and execution right is crucial to the success of any retail business. In our upcoming webcast we’ll break down everything you need to know to navigate the leasing lifecycle with confidence. This includes what to do before, during and at the end of your retail lease!
Join us on Tuesday 22 October 2024, at midday for a fascinating exploration of the retail property world.
Whether you're expanding a retail business into new markets or want to ensure your current leases are airtight, this session will provide the knowledge you need to protect your business and secure your growth.
Highlights of the webcast will include:
+ The Leasing Lifecycle – Understand how to navigate the typical phases of the lease lifecycle, from pre-lease considerations through to vacating premises.
+ ‘Must Haves’ + Dealbreakers – Best practice legal advice for drafting and negotiating retail leases including common clauses to consider, repairs, rent, assignment and subletting.
+ Preparing to Launch – Real-life case studies for a smooth launch of your retail business, including fit out tips and traps, understanding the rights and obligations in your lease, key stakeholder relationships and personal experiences from the first day of trade.
+ Retail Strategy – Advice to open, expand and optimise customer loyalty by delivering world-class bricks and mortar experiences in a competitive, increasingly online retail market.
+ Navigating the Fine Print – Commercial and legal perspectives to improve your handling of rent reviews, subleasing, renewals and extensions, unforeseen delays, and strategies for dispute resolution.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain the insights and strategies that will set you up for long-term success in retail leasing!
Speakers
Sarah Ward, Property + Project Lawyer – Law Squared
Sarah has over 17 years’ experience in Property + Infrastructure and is an Accredited Specialist with the Law Institute of Victoria in Commercial Tenancy Law which means she is an expert in leasing law. Sarah regularly acts for clients in the retail leasing space across Australia & New Zealand and sits on the Law Institute of Victoria Property & Commercial Tenancy Law Advisory Committee.
Benn Kirkham, CEO, SuperPark Australia & New Zealand
Based in Singapore for over a decade, Benn owned a Project and Construction Management business working across projects throughout Southeast Asia. Notably, Benn managed the full lifecycle of the global franchise, SuperPark, as it expanded into Singapore, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, and Hong Kong. Responsible for handling site selection, leasing, construction, and operations, Benn is currently CEO of SuperPark’s first ANZ indoor adventure park located at Highpoint Shopping Centre in Melbourne.
Jaymie Rowland, Executive Director / Head of Retail Solutions, Franklin Shanks
With 25+ years’ experience ranging across F&B, Fashion, FMCG, Luxury and Health & Wellness, Jaymie is passionate about retail and works with Franklin Shanks’ clients to put their customers’ experience at the heart of their property strategy: building strong and agile property portfolios that support their operations, culture, brand and growth.
Presenter / Moderator
Annika Childs, Commercial + Project Lawyer, Law Squared
Annika is a strong generalist commercial lawyer and prides herself on her ability to convert complex legal matters into easily understandable and approachable advice. Annika focuses on drafting and negotiating commercial agreements and has a particular interest in providing advice about contractual matters and regulatory compliance. Annika also provides project management support for the legal delivery of our ad hoc and project-based Energy + Infrastructure work.
Notes
*Competitor Exclusion – ACC Australia Partner’s may request that representative/s of a competitor organisation/s registered for the event be excluded, and ACC Australia reserves the right to make the final decision as to whether a registration is rejected. As a guide, a competitor organisation could be defined as a rival organisation of similar size to the host Corporate Partner, with an established practice, product or service in the area being showcased by the Corporate Partner’s at the event. Please provide a brief statement as to why you have deemed an organisation to be a competitor, in support of any request to ACC Australia to reject a registration.
* Please note that registrations are being managed by Law Squared. Please let ACC Australia know if you have not received your confirmation within 24 hours.
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