Inspiring Leadership in Retail & Restaurant Development

Everyone loves to shop and eat out! Most shoppers and diners are not aware of a niche industry of professionals dedicated to designing, building and maintaining these stores and restaurants. This specialized industry creates and upholds properties that welcome millions of customers each and every day. They are essential business partners in driving sales. In the brick and mortar world of retail and restaurants, Grace Daly presents her first industry book collaboration: Inspiring Leadership in Retail & Restaurant Development. Through personal stories and candid interviews, this collection embodies the unyielding strength and compassion of an elite group in our industry.

Everyone loves to shop and eat out! Most shoppers and diners are not aware of a niche industry of professionals dedicated to designing, building and maintaining these stores and restaurants. This specialized industry creates and upholds properties that welcome millions of customers each and every day. They are essential business partners in driving sales. In the brick and mortar world of retail and restaurants, Grace Daly presents her first industry book collaboration: Inspiring Leadership in Retail & Restaurant Development. Through personal stories and candid interviews, this collection embodies the unyielding strength and compassion of an elite group in our industry.

Grace Daly is a certified coach, award-winning writer, three-time international bestselling author, inspirational speaker and industry columnist. She is the founder, master interviewer and host of ShopTalk Evolution, the Industry’s Internet radio talk show focusing on retail and restaurant development in the brick-and-mortar world. Grace’s published books include The Seven Success Keys for the Retail Facilities Professional: The Ultimate Guide to the Fulfillment of Your Career, Everyday Inspiration, and co-author to the bestsellers Win: 35 Winning Strategies from Today's Leading Entrepreneurs, The Only Business Book You'll Ever Need (with Brian Tracy), and The Success Secret (with Jack Canfield). Her engaging interviews include industry leaders from Aeropostale, Apple, Applebees, Bebe, The Body Shop, Charming Shoppes, Chick-Fil-A, Chipotle, Citibank, Crate and Barrel, Cycle Gear, Del Taco, Gap, IKEA, JCrew, PacSun, Pandora Jewelry, Ralph Lauren, Saks Fifth Avenue,Target, Urban Outfitters, Verizon Wireless and Whataburger. Grace’s 20+ years in the retail design, construction and facilities industry have demonstrated a successful track record in directing aggressive store development programs, open remodels and facilities management. Her experience embraces the custom details of luxury brands and the volume demands of national multi-unit chains, covering properties from 2k to 50k square feet. Grace is the recipient of several awards and honors, including 2012/2013 NAPW Professional Women of the Year, 2011 and 2012 Best-Sellers' Quilly Awards from the National Academy of Best-Selling Authors, and the 2011 and 2012 Editor's Choice Awards. She is also a member of the National Academy of Best-Selling Authors and The American Society of Journalists and Authors. Grace’s work has been seen on USA Today, the PBS television network, and the Guggenheim Museum and Kenny Gallery. A passionate advocate for the advancement and recognition of the retail and restaurant development industry, Grace also partners with diverse organizations to mentor and empower groups in various stages of their careers to take action toward fulfilling their dreams. Get Ready, Get Inspired!®