The International Retail Consulting Alliance

We help retail cross borders - with local certainty.

23
Partner firms
4
Continents
1
Network

TIRCA is an international network of independent businesses that are experts in their respective markets. These firms share the same values and business philosophies - together we provide the best advice to help our clients cross borders.

01 — The Network

A dedicated network of partners across Europe, the GCC, North America and Australasia.

A unique service to landlords and retailers looking to cross borders. Select a market to meet the local specialist.

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02 — What we do

Five disciplines, one coordinated cross-border practice.

01

Tenant Representation

We support retailers and property owners in securing the right locations and occupiers across high streets, shopping centres, retail parks, and mixed-use destinations. From site selection and tenant-mix strategy to lease negotiation and execution, we create leasing solutions that enhance performance, visibility, and long-term asset value.

02

Investment & Capital Markets Advisory

We advise investors, developers, and owners on acquisitions, disposals, and portfolio strategies across retail and commercial real estate. Combining local market expertise with cross-border reach, we help clients identify opportunities, structure transactions, and unlock value throughout the investment lifecycle.

03

Strategic Advisory & Market Intelligence

We deliver research-driven insight to inform critical real estate decisions. Through market studies, feasibility analyses, and strategic advisory, we provide the clarity required to assess risk, validate opportunities, and position assets and brands for sustainable growth.

04

Asset Management & Value Creation

We work alongside owners to optimise asset performance over time. Our approach focuses on commercialisation strategies, repositioning initiatives, and active value management designed to strengthen income, relevance, and resilience in evolving retail environments.

05

International Expansion & Cross-Border Advisory

Through our international network of local specialists, we support retailers and investors in expanding into new markets with confidence. We combine on-the-ground execution with coordinated cross-border strategy, ensuring consistency, speed, and local market precision at every stage.

03 — Our clients

Trusted by the retailers and investors shaping global retail destinations.

A selection of the partnership’s retail clients
Armani Exchange
Burberry
Chanel
Gucci
Holland & Barrett
HEMA
JD Sports
Jil Sander
LEGO
Smyths
Uniqlo
Zara
Fendi
Next
Richemont
Samsung
vom FASS
Bestseller
Aesop
Reformation
A selection of the partnership’s landlord & investor clients
Permira
Ardian
BC Partners
Bridgepoint
Cinven
Aberdeen
Deka
L Catterton
Star Capital
Carlyle
Union Investment
AEW
CBRE Investment Management
Hines
Landsec
Patrizia
Lone Star Funds
Eurofund Group
Nuveen
Pradera
04 — Case studies

Brands moved across borders, partner to partner.

When a retailer expands, one TIRCA partner hands off to another on the ground — seamlessly.

Italy → Spain
Antony Morato
Reno LaSBA
Opened 5 stores in Spain
Italy → Spain
Nau!
Reno LaSBA
Opened 3 stores in Spain
Spain → UK
Delpozo
LaSBA Time Retail Partners
Opened a store on Sloane Street, London
USA → UK
BSTN
RipCo Time Retail Partners
Opened a store in Brixton, London
UK → Germany
Fanatics
Time Retail Partners Jens Betge
Securing a flagship store in Munich
UK → Sweden
Five Guys
Time Retail Partners TenRep
Opened 5 stores in Sweden
Italy → USA
Rana Parizu
Reno Capricorn
Securing a store

Looking to cross borders? Start with one conversation.

info@tirca.org