Retail our reason for being
Founded by two former principals of Hammerson France, Renaud Mollard and Ludovic Burnel, The Positive Compagnie supports you in the tailor-made management of your assets.
Sourcing, building a positioning strategy, translating it into an ambitious business plan by planning effective and profitable investments, and deploying it swiftly: that is our mission!
We know what we're talking about!
The expertise of 2 leaders of a specialized REIT to enhance the value of your assets
The Positive Compagnie was founded due to the decline of retail asset management for third parties. After over 10 years at Hammerson France, we decided to leverage our expertise for clients investing in retail. With deep knowledge of real estate and retail markets, we have recognized experience in dynamic asset management and a vast network. We managed a platform with up to 150 employees and 4 billion euros in assets, along with transformation projects.
A proven resilience despite adverse winds
What makes us different :
- Our passionate vision of retail whose resilience and attractiveness are no longer in doubt.
- Our way of moving forward, working, managing projects and establishing strong dynamics.
- Our desire to build relationships of trust with all our partners, in particular by rethinking the relationship with retailers.
- Our desire to adapt to the needs of our customers and to remain their single, fully mobilized contact.
- Our desire to create value by innovating in a responsible approach, and by anchoring assets sustainably in their catchment area to increase their positive impact tenfold.
Seizing opportunities in the retail market
In a stable competitive environment, the market offers the opportunity to acquire leading assets, with a secure cash flow, at very attractive return rates.
Proven resilience despite headwinds
- Positive operational performance since the end of COVID.
- Growth in performance indicators for all real estate companies.
- Expansion and new retail players to face the rise in bankruptcies.
Opportunities on the investment market
- Off-market opportunities available with a strong sourcing.
- Attractive return profiles for good quality products.
Rare but key retail expertise
- A barrier to investment for products that require specific know-how.
Our missions to support you
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+ A relationship and direct contact with the founders.
+ A strategic vision, a strength of recommendation and execution
+ Flexible reporting adapted to the constraints of each client
A reference track record
Sourcing
- A historical and privileged relationship with local and national agents.
- Direct access to the top management of major investors.
- An established relationship with banks.
- A vast network of service providers.
Acquisition
- Over 13 years of experience in retail asset valuation (from value-add to prime).
- Ability to identify risks and value creation opportunities.
- Established relationships with banks.
- Proven ability to deliver an ambitious business plan.
Dynamic Asset Managment
- Over 1000 leases signed with all place tenants.
- Renovation programs rolled out across more than 10 assets.
- Management of major developments like the Terrasses du Port and Cergy 3 Fontaines.
ESG Strategy
- Zero carbon strategy implemented in France.
- Innovative initiatives launched at Les Terrasses du Port.
- Conducting calls for tenders related to the application of the LOM law / installation of photovoltaic panels.
Disposal
- More than 10 assets sold for approximately 2 billion euros.
- Landmark transactions include the sale of Italie Deux to AXA and then to Ingka, as well as the sales of Place des Halles and Nancy Saint Sébastien.
ESG Strategy
Environnemental integration
- Installation of a 6,000 m² photovoltaic plant, covering 40% of the common areas’ energy needs at Les Terrasses du Port.
- Replacement of chillers with a thalassotherapy plant (reducing consumption, increasing comfort, no heavy recurring investments).
- On-site organic waste treatment plant in partnership with Veolia.
Social integration
- Regular job fairs to connect job seekers with recruiters (service providers, brands), with a specific initiative before major openings.
- Inclusion charters with local associations, aiming for 10% of the total work hours.
- Opening of the first Skola school store, training future salespeople in a real-life setting.
- Promotion of local associations (sports fairs, associations) on the sites.
Retail dynamism
- Pop-up stores dedicated to local entrepreneurs and craftsmanship.
- Creation of a national partnership with Origine France Garantie to promote Made in France.
- Intensive local brand sourcing through a well-established network of local agents.
Contact us !
Renaud Mollard
renaud@thepositivecompagnie.com
06 35 49 14 23
Ludovic Burnel
ludovic@thepositivecompagnie.com
06 14 94 30 08
The Positive Compagnie
75 rue d’Amsterdam
75008 Paris