Let us explain the ins and outs of this service and why hiring a fee developer might be a good idea for as you think about your next building project.
Coworking has moved from the coasts to the Twin Cities and is in full swing. From local to national operators and from single site to multi-site the move to coworking continues. Coworking is collaborative workspace that provides both open and dedicated space along with amenities such as conference rooms, mail services, networking opportunities and, most often, really good (and free!) coffee to its members.
Press Release: Julie Kimble of Kimble Consulting is proud to welcome Ericka Miller to the team as new VP.
Three growing cities are planning municipal tech innovations that could soon change urban life as we know it. Original article published in BREAKGROUND, a quarterly digital magazine on the intersection between technology and design.
Commercial real estate has plenty of changes to keep an eye on in the new year. From investments to lending to how spaces and places will actually be used, 2017 promises to be a year of sweeping high-level change as well as continued cultural, technological, and lifestyle shifts. This year Kimble Consulting is making predictions on collaborative spaces, built-in well-being, and how developments are re-imagining their environmental footprint through new parking plans.
To kick off the new year, our team put together thoughts on real estate—the lay of the land as we embark on 2020 and what you can expect in the coming months. For instance, did you know that building energy causes 73% of the pollution that contributes to climate change? As a result, the City of Minneapolis declared a Climate Emergency in December. From this, Kate Damato predicts that developers and contractors will increase their efforts to construct buildings with climate sustainability in mind. Here’s what else you need to know as we dive in to 2020:
Real estate is one of your company’s largest expenses and when seeking out a new business space that aligns with your needs, you want to make sure that you are looking at all the best options and finding the right fit. Working with professionals to help manage all the pieces of the puzzle is what tenant representation is all about—these are licensed agents/brokers acting as fiduciaries for you, the tenant.
Grants and incentives offer wonderful benefits when used appropriately. They can move a deal forward that has a financial gap or improve a project to provide important benefits, such as increased sustainability measures. What types of projects or project needs might spur the request for incentive or grant monies? We provide a few examples, requirements to be aware of and a few ideas to get you started.
We find that when we are full of thanks first, the future just seems to fall into place. In this vein, we wanted to share with you what our individual team members are thankful for this year; we know that without the support of our family, friends and wonderful colleagues, we would not be where we are today.
EOS® employs a set of simple but powerful tools based upon six keys to help build a truly great organization. It provides a straight-forward framework that is developed for your unique organization through a collaborative and inclusive approach. It helps to instill discipline and accountability and importantly brings everyone together with a focus on a clear company vision. We have been an EOS company for over two years; learn why we love it and how it’s helped our business.
In 2014, after years of business travel across the country and the world, Julie Kimble had a dream to come back home and apply her many years in the industry to benefit companies in the Twin Cities area. Today, we celebrate 5 years in business with a look back at key milestones and a look to our future success.
What is the difference between residential and commercial representation? While the two have some similarities that keep them related, the differences are so vast that they rarely cross paths. The client perspective highlights some of the similarities and differences between the two. Learn the differences and key players, here.
When done right, an activity-based workplace can improve your employees’ quality of life professionally, socially and physically—increasing productivity and your company’s bottom line. Learn why activity-based workplaces are on the rise and how you can effectively set this type of environment up for your team.
There can be many challenges when working across the globe—language barriers, time zone differences, currency types and differences in working hours or holidays—but it’s worth it to expand horizons and collaborate with different people around the world. If you find yourself moving into a global business atmosphere, here are some tips we’ve learned along the way.
In addition to how a new building fits your company's needs, there are critical environmental factors to review pertinent to the land or building you may be considering. We’ve broken down the initial process associated with due diligence when assessing a property’s environmental condition as a general guide when making your next big commercial property decision.
