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Transforming Retail Spaces Across North America

Writer's picture: Michele M. BarnesMichele M. Barnes

Updated: Dec 20, 2024

What a year! As we wrap up 2024, we're amazed by the growth and success we've achieved together. From coast to coast, we've helped leading brands elevate their retail presence through innovative solutions and flawless execution.


2024 By the Numbers


  • Projects in every U.S. state and Canadian province (including our first-ever project in Alaska)

  • Industry partnerships exceeding 100

  • 46 Sephora rapid store transformations completed

  • Combined 65+ years of project management expertise

  • 40+ LED lighting transformations across North America

  • Newsletter community growth from 80 to 400+ subscribers

  • Multiple successful Lululemon store launches and renovations


Project Highlights


Sephora Transformations


Sephora store transformed by KRCrossing
Sephora Retail Store

We managed 46 complex store renovations, coordinating overnight installations across multiple time zones. These projects involved:


  • Complete fixture updates

  • Brand elevation initiatives

  • Real-time problem-solving

  • Complex logistics management

  • Seamless coordination between construction teams and store staff


The results? Significant sales lifts at transformed locations.


Lululemon Success Stories


Lululemon store at East Hampton, project completed by KRCrossing - a renovation in just 4 months, working with a unique historical space requiring custom fixtures and layouts
Lululemon at East Hampton
  • East Hampton: Completed a CEO-directed renovation in just 4 months, working within a unique historical space requiring custom fixtures and layouts

  • Vernon Hills: Successfully managed an unexpected structural rebuild while maintaining the project timeline

  • Multiple additional locations launched across North America


Bluemercury at Garden City Center


Bluemercury at Garden City Center, project-managed by KRCrossing - their new store in Cranston, Rhode Island. The launch was spectacular!
Bluemercury at Garden City Center

Celebrated the grand opening of their new store in Cranston, Rhode Island. The launch was a spectacular success, bringing together:


  • Local community leaders including the mayor

  • Bluemercury's leadership team

  • Flawless coordination of all project elements

  • Seamless turnover and opening execution


Team Growth & Innovation


New KRCrossing team members: Michael Rollins (project manager) and Kenneth Schnitzel (finance lead)
Our very own Mike Rollins and Ken Schnitzel
  • Welcomed Mike Rollins as Project Manager

(bringing a strong PM foundation and fresh insights from his diverse professional

background)

  • Added Ken Schnitzel as Finance Lead

(with 9+ years of global financial management experience)

  • Tripled our project management capacity

  • Created KRC Academy for continuous team development

  • Implemented comprehensive digital documentation systems

  • Launched client-specific process templates and health & safety protocols

  • Evolved from solopreneur to true entrepreneurial company with expanded capabilities


Looking Ahead to 2025


KRCrossing looking ahead to 2025 - what is in store
2025 here we come!
  • Continued momentum with a growing client base, expanding services, and strengthened relationships

  • Enhanced service offerings including architectural project management

  • Launch of our new website and expanded digital presence

  • Over 100 multi-month projects to be managed in 2025

  • New client collaboration tools

  • Continued team expansion


Thank You


Your trust has enabled us to reach new heights in 2024. We're grateful for every client, partner, and team member who contributed to our success. Together, we're not just managing construction projects – we're transforming retail experiences across North America.


KRCrossing leadership team: Michele Barnes, Richard Schnitzel, Michael Rollins and Kenneth Schnitzel
Thank you from the whole KRC Team!

Here's to an even more remarkable 2025!


Warmly,

Michele and the KRC team

KRCrossing Consulting


P.S. Don't miss our January newsletter where we'll unveil our brand new website and share Michele's home renovation story. 




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