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SURVEY ENTRY DEADLINE THIS FRIDAY!! Our annual ‘State of the Nation’ research survey, in collaboration with Lambert Smith Hampton, is your chance to shape the future of our towns, shopping centres, and high streets. Your insights are more valuable than ever. Help us track shifting attitudes, confidence levels, and key challenges—so we can identify real, actionable solutions for recovery and reinvention. 📝 Have your say: https://lnkd.in/eNpzr-K8 ⏳Time to complete: Approx. 10 minutes 📖 Your reward: A complimentary copy of the research report & an exclusive invitation to the launch event on Tuesday, 27th May 2025, at 1 Wimpole Street, London A huge thank you to our partners for their ongoing support: AREF (The Association of Real Estate Funds), Association of Town & City Management, Built Environment Networking Ltd, British Property Federation, British Retail Consortium, CIPFA, Completely Retail, Construction News, NLA, UKHospitality, The Property Industry Alliance (PIA) and Movers & Shakers Property Networking Forum. Your time and insights are truly appreciated—let’s shape the future together! #StateOfTheNation #RetailResearch #HighStreetsMatter #FutureOfRetail #TownCentreTrends #ShoppingCentres #UrbanRevival #SurveyLive

Next Gen Spring Social with THE LEISURE PROPERTY FORUM Xtra Revo Hub & LPFXtra members, mark your calendars! This April, we’re bringing together the next generation of retail, leisure & property professionals for a night of networking, live music, and 2-4-1 cocktails at Eastcheap Records. Event Details: Thursday 17th April | 17:00 – 22:00 with 2-4-1 cocktails from 5PM – 7PM at Eastcheap Records Whether you're an entrepreneur, a rising professional, or just starting out, this is your chance to make meaningful connections, exchange ideas, and be inspired by like-minded peers. Tickets: - Revo Hub Members (Under 30s) – FREE - LPFXtra Members – FREE 🎟️ https://lnkd.in/eBie4BP9 A huge shoutout to LPFXtra, our event partner, a brilliant network supporting young professionals in leisure property. Tag your industry friends and let’s make this a night to remember! Who’s joining us?👇 #RevoHub #LPFXtra #NextGenNetworking #Retail #Leisure #Property #NetworkingEvent

And that's a wrap on our Shaping Tomorrow’s Places Tour at Printworks Manchester! The transformation of Printworks is nothing short of spectacular! Fresh off winning the Technology Innovation Award at The Revo’s 2024, this destination has redefined experiential leisure with a £27 million refurbishment. Key Insights from the Tour: ✨ Home to Europe’s largest LED ceiling, delivering jaw-dropping, immersive visual experiences. 🎮 The rise of competitive socialising – a fusion of digital and real-world entertainment. 🔮 AI & streaming integrations creating next-level interactive experiences. 💡 A new focus on health & well-being, redefining how we experience leisure. 🎉 The Power of Live – from music to events, Printworks is the heartbeat of Manchester’s entertainment scene. With an exciting calendar of dynamic events and activations ahead in 2025, Printworks is continuing to push boundaries, deepen audience connections, and elevate its reputation as the ‘go-to’ entertainment hub in the North. A huge thank you to the fantastic Printworks team – Daniel Davis, Kristian B., and David Fraser – for hosting us and sharing their invaluable insights. From the in-depth presentations to the delicious pot of Printworks honey, and of course, the friendly competition on the interactive racing game, it was an unforgettable experience! 🔍 Discover what’s next for Printworks: https://lnkd.in/dTwXamc #ShapingTomorrowsPlaces #PrintworksManchester #ExperientialLeisure #RetailEvolution

And that's a wrap on our Shaping Tomorrow’s Places Tour at Manchester Arndale! Our tour of Manchester Arndale, the UK’s largest inner-city shopping centre, showcased the power of innovation, resilience, and adaptability in the evolving retail landscape. From its unrivalled footfall to its future-focused investment, Manchester Arndale continues to set the benchmark for urban retail success. Key Takeaways: ✨42 million visitors annually – the UK’s most visited inner-city shopping centre. ✨ A 7.2 million resident catchment and 250,000 city centre workers. ✨ Seamless connectivity – 36 million Metrolink journeys each year. ✨ A young, dynamic audience – 52% of shoppers are under 24. ✨ £28m investment in 2023-24, fuelling new deals, renewals, and relocations. ✨ Unique offerings, including its own market and microbrewery. It was fantastic to hear from the Manchester Arndale team about their vision, strategy, and what’s next for this powerhouse of retail and placemaking. A special shoutout and thanks to David Allinson and Chris Smith for making it all possible. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to the discussion! 🔗 Check out what’s coming up at Manchester Arndale: https://lnkd.in/e9yYDNTP #Revo #ShapingTomorrowsPlaces #ManchesterArndale #UrbanRegeneration #Networking #Placemaking

What’s on the horizon for our industry in 2025? Our committees are uncovering the trends, challenges, and opportunities set to redefine retail, leisure, placemaking, and property in the year ahead. Join us every Thursday for exclusive updates & thought-provoking insights. Let’s navigate 2025 together! #IndustryInsights #FutureOfRetail #Placemaking2025 #TrendsToWatch

Creating Safer Spaces for Women and Girls: A Call to Action Women’s safety in public spaces isn’t just an issue—it’s a crisis. One million incidents of violence against women and girls were recorded in 2022/23 alone. Fear shouldn’t dictate where women can go, yet the built environment has long been designed without their needs in mind. At Retail Destination LIVE 2025, our very own Marketing & Events Director Kayley Buxton hosted a powerful discussion on how we can reshape our towns, cities, and retail spaces to be safer and more inclusive. Industry leaders Tarah Gear (Milligan) and Marina Milosev (Beyond the Red Line) shared insights on the gender data gap, inclusive design, and why prioritising women’s safety benefits everyone. The conversation doesn’t end here—now is the time for action. Read the full write-up and join the conversation: https://lnkd.in/edTbhhyZ #SaferSpaces #Placemaking #UrbanDesign #Retail #Inclusivity #Revo

Just over a week has passed since Retail Destination LIVE 2025, and what an unforgettable experience it was! A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us at Old Trafford Cricket Ground in Manchester for an incredible day of thought-provoking discussions, industry insights, and an unforgettable gala dinner. A special shoutout to our powerhouse lineup of industry-leading speakers, who tackled everything from the future of retail technology and experiential leisure to safe spaces for women & girls, innovative partnerships, and how the high street can engage young creatives. Your insights sparked conversations that will shape the industry’s future! And let’s hear it for our Revo members who took the stage: >Alex McCulloch, Director, CACI >Ben H., Growth & Performance Manager, Toolbox Marketing >Darren Pearce, Centre Director, Meadowhall >Kayley Buxton, Marketing & Events Director, Revo >Neil Hockin, Managing Director, Lunson Mitchenall >Paul Clifford, Director, Flourish >Dr. Steven Norris, Executive Director – National Head P,R + I, Lambert Smith Hampton >Tarah Gear, Director of Brand and Place Futures, Milligan >Tom Whittington, Director of Commercial Research, Savills From exchanging bold ideas to tackling industry challenges head-on, the energy and passion in the room were truly inspiring. Seeing this community come together to learn, connect, and innovate was nothing short of amazing. The full photo gallery is now live. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/eVcrDDkV Until then, from all of us at Revo & Retail Destination, thank you for being part of something special. See you soon!

"In a rapidly evolving retail world, the concept of repurposing and decarbonising existing assets is no longer optional - it is essential." Yet, many in the industry perceive this transformation as too costly, too complex, and lacking immediate financial returns. This mindset leads to inaction, putting assets at risk of becoming non-compliant, non-rentable, and non-saleable. More importantly, it delays critical progress towards a low-carbon future. So, what are the key challenges, and how do we overcome them? Our latest insight, produced by Tom Whittington (Savills), Nick Thursby (Chapman Taylor), David Geddes (CO2 Target), and Megan Lees (Chapman Taylor)—all members of our ESG Committee—dives into the urgent need to reenergise and decarbonise ailing retail stock. 🔍 Access the full insight here (Exclusive to Revo Members): https://lnkd.in/e5FiwpNN Not a member yet? Join our community today 👉 https://lnkd.in/ejpK-BEn #Retail #Sustainability #ESG #Decarbonisation #FutureOfRetail #Placemaking #Repurposing #RetailEvolution #NetZero

What’s on the horizon for our industry in 2025? Our committees are uncovering the trends, challenges, and opportunities set to redefine retail, leisure, placemaking, and property in the year ahead. Join us every Thursday for exclusive updates & thought-provoking insights. Let’s navigate 2025 together! #IndustryInsights #FutureOfRetail #Placemaking2025 #TrendsToWatch

The Revo team is heading to #RDLIVE2025! Meet the faces representing Revo at this year’s Retail Destination LIVE—ready to connect, collaborate, and champion the future of retail and placemaking. Come visit the Revo stand to learn more about our community, how you can get involved, and how to get your own copy of our futurist industry insight, "The Forces Driving Retail and Leisure Places in 2034." Plus we will also have representatives from the Revo Educational Trust so you can find out more about the Revo Diploma in Retail & Leisure Place Management! Who’s joining us? Let’s make it a great one! #RetailDestinationLIVE #RevoCommunity #Networking