# The 5 Unsolved Questions In Retail Site Selection 2026

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Podcast: [Consumer Code](https://stenobird.com/podcast/consumer-code-7115736)
Published: 2026-05-11T14:16:24+00:00
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## Resource

In this LinkedIn Live event, Lyden is joined by Andrew Neelon, Ryan Redus, and Dale Goss to unpack how brands can make smart site selection decisions in a constrained 2026 market. They discuss how rising costs are reshaping site economics, why Class A retail looks different today, and how the best teams blend local knowledge with data and AI. You’ll hear how to navigate limited inventory, evaluate new builds, interpret conflicting data, and use predictive models to reduce risk while still pursuing growth.Chapters:(00:00) Introduction to Retail Site Selection Challenges(03:25) Navigating a Constrained Real Estate Market(09:38) Strategies for New Builds in Retail(15:36) Understanding Class A Retail Dynamics(18:57) The Importance of Data and Pattern Recognition(25:26) Surprising Key Performance Indicators in Site Selection(26:24) Rising Costs and Market Dynamics(31:11) Sales Forecasting and Risk Management(35:02) Data Discrepancies in Retail(40:06) Understanding Predictive Models(49:28) Leveraging AI in Retail Site SelectionLearn more about Lyden Foust on:➤ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lydenfoust➤ LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/lydenfoustListen to Consumer Code on:➤ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4JC25NQkp67rVuYpyuf9xz➤ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/consumer-code/id1772758327➤ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxwr-W_NFC9Du0e3BpCpErLdW9Db4XsFAAbout Spatial.ai:Spatial.ai’s PersonaLive is an advanced consumer segmentation platform for developing data-driven marketing strategies. PersonaLive categorizes U.S. households into 17 groups and 80 segments using consumer behavior data from transactions, mobile visits, and social media activity, providing marketers with deep insights for effective audience targeting. From mid-sized retailers a…

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