Anjee Solanki

The countdown is on for @ICSC Las Vegas! From leasing to capital markets to engineering & design, our Colliers team is bringing a fully integrated perspective to help solve today’s retail real estate challenges. Stop by Booth 4009Q to connect with our experts – see you there!

Wellness is redefining retail. From fitness to recovery to nutrition, consumers are prioritizing experiences that support long-term health, and we’re seeing how it’s reshaping tenant mix, design, and demand across retail real estate. Read more: bit.ly/4cEhygJ

Retail activity picked up in March, with sales up 4.5% YoY and foot traffic rising 1.7%. Consumers are balancing value and experience, driving gains in discount and entertainment categories while remaining selective on big-ticket spending. Read more: bit.ly/49e4MDm

I'm thrilled to welcome Jason Hurst, MBA and Damaris Arroyo back to Colliers Retail | U.S.! Their deep local expertise across North Florida will be invaluable as these markets continue to evolve.

I’m pleased to share our latest report! A few key takeaways that stood out to me: • Construction pipelines remain constrained • Rent growth continues at a steady pace • Redevelopment and repositioning activity is accelerating Click here: bit.ly/4cH0pCX

A few highlights from our #ColliersRetail workshop! From exploring how experiential retail is coming to life at Netflix House to diving into data-driven insights, the sessions sparked great conversation across the team.

Looking forward to the inaugural ICSC+WOMEN IN CRE event next month! This is a space for all voices to engage, connect, and support the women shaping the future of commercial real estate. Sign up here: womenincre.icsc.com

One of the most rewarding parts of my involvement with CREW—and supporting chapters as a liaison—is the opportunity to meet incredible people and learn about their journeys. Thank you, CREW Sacramento, for such a wonderful opportunity to connect and for being such gracious hosts.

Thank you to @CPExecutive for featuring insights from our recent foot traffic report. See the key highlights in the article here: bit.ly/47TRxXQ

As we wrap up #WHM, I’m reflecting on the incredible conversations we’ve had on Retail Recorded with leaders who are shaping a more inclusive future for our industry. Grateful to Alison Beddard, Whitney Livingston, Emalia Tamanikwa, and Evie Gross for sharing their perspectives.

I'm honored to be recognized as a 2026 CREi Women of Influence! You can see the full list here: bit.ly/4rxHBul.

I recently sat down with Alison Beddard, CEO of @CREW_Network and CREW Network Foundation, for the latest episode of Retail Recorded. A great conversation on leadership, confidence, and the role of networks in opening doors. 🎧 You can listen here: bit.ly/4bLjMt1.

AI can take consumers from prompt to purchase in a single interaction. This raises important questions: • What happens when AI curates the recommendation set? • And how might AI-driven shopping reshape the role of the physical store? Read more here: bit.ly/47kGM0u

Gen Alpha may be young, but their retail influence is real: -9 in 10 have input on household purchases -70% say adults act on their suggestions -By 2029, their spending power could exceed $5T Read more here: bit.ly/4tVbLd9

Closed out my time in Chicago with dinner reflecting on leadership, wellness, and the world of retail. Dinner conversation was built on retail, design, and experiential concepts. It was a joy connecting with new friends and colleagues.

I've spent the last few days in Chicago, and a few of the highlights so far: Michigan Ave, hot cacao at Hotel Chocolat, and great retail momentum discussions with Heitman.

Such a privilege to serve as the CREW Board Liaison for the Hawaii and California CREW Chapters. Grateful to spend time celebrating the incredible leaders who drive these chapters forward this week in Costa Mesa.

Please join me in congratulating Nicole Larson on her well-deserved promotion! Grateful to have her as part of the #ColliersRetail team.

In our latest U.S. Retail Monthly Foot Traffic Report, we break down how consumers are allocating spend across categories, and what this signals for retailers and landlords heading into 2026. Read it here: bit.ly/4tNROoS.

The TJX Companies is pairing financial performance with one of the most aggressive and disciplined physical expansion strategies in modern retail. In this blog, I explore how TJ Maxx is redefining what experiential retail looks like. 🔗bit.ly/4tjKqRU.