A Family of Companies:
Many Paths, One Solution
Innovate. Collaborate.
About Us
16 Long Years Of Retail Real Estate and Entrepreneriual Growth
In 2005, Robert Jolly & Mead Silsbee saw a need in the market for commercial real estate to work with retailers, landlords, and developers. They formed Retail Specialist to develop and manage retail transactions. In 2011, Robert and Mead formed Retail Strategies to help communities in retaining and recruiting retail. Recruitment works side by side with a commercial real estate firm, partnering with retailers and communities, developers, and landlords.
Our Divisions
We are the retail real estate experts that help communities thrive.

Full service commercial real estate leasing, brokerage, tenant representation, development, and property management.

Retail recruitment services with specialized services for retail education, downtown revitalization, and small business support.

Specialized development endeavors, capital finance, and residential development.
The only place where you’ll get the perfect solution for all your retail and real estate needs.
Our Contributions
Sectors We Serve!

Municipalities
Community leaders, economic developers, city council members, mayors, and more.
- Retail Recruitment
- Downtown Revitalization
- Retail Education (DIY recruitment)

Owners
Do you own real estate, shopping centers, or property?
- Property Management
- Brokerage & Leasing
- Development

Occupiers
Do you occupy space or need assistance in expanding into space?
- Tenant Representation
- Small Business Support