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VIDEO: How Total Wine & More, CubeSmart, and Kering Are Cutting Build Costs Quietly

Written by Influence Group Editorial | Apr 30, 2026 9:00:00 AM

Cost pressures are real, but cutting corners on design and construction can have long-term brand consequences.

Leaders from major retail brands share how they’re reducing costs intelligently while protecting the brand experience.

Panelists:

  • Wayne Schuster, VP of Store Development, Total Wine & More
  • Kelly Radford, Vice President of Facility Services, CubeSmart
  • Dillon Harding, Director of Construction, Kering (Gucci, YSL, Balenciaga)

A must-watch video for anyone managing store development budgets.

Watch the full talk below...