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R. J. Hottovy

@rj_hottovy

Current:📍Head of Analytical Research | @Placer_ai
Former: @MorningstarInc | @WilliamBlair | @DeutscheBankAG

#data #foottraffic #retail

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Discover how alternative data uncovers key consumer trends for 2025! Joe Hung from Bloomberg Bloomberg Second Measure and I dive into why restaurant customers are more selective, food retail competition is rising, and shifts in holiday behavior. lnkd.in/grwEA2Pt

Discover how alternative data uncovers key consumer trends for 2025!

Joe Hung from Bloomberg <a href="/second_measure/">Bloomberg Second Measure</a> and I dive into why restaurant customers are more selective, food retail competition is rising, and shifts in holiday behavior.

lnkd.in/grwEA2Pt
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Restaurant operators drowning in #data but missing the #insights? Too many #restauranttech tools, not enough real #solutions? Check out the latest Restaurant News Market Leader Report for key insights on how operators are using data to drive growth. 🍽️ informaengage.pulse.ly/daz49imh0k

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Excited to be named one of GlobeSt.com 's 2025 Influencers in CRE Technology! A big thank you to the amazing team at Placer.ai for the opportunity to contribute to the innovative work we’re doing in the commercial real estate space.

Excited to be named one of <a href="/GlobeStcom/">GlobeSt.com</a> 's 2025 Influencers in CRE Technology!

A big thank you to the amazing team at <a href="/Placer_ai/">Placer.ai</a>  for the opportunity to contribute to the innovative work we’re doing in the commercial real estate space.
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Want to get a pulse on what’s ahead for retail in 2025? Coresight Research's Deborah Weinswig and I have you covered. We’ll dive into this year’s early winners, the continued evolution of #malls, and the state of #retail innovation. 📅 Thurs. | Feb 20, 2025 ⏰ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET

Want to get a pulse on what’s ahead for retail in 2025? <a href="/CoresightNews/">Coresight Research</a>'s <a href="/debweinswig/">Deborah Weinswig</a> and I have you covered.
We’ll dive into this year’s early winners, the continued evolution of #malls, and the state of #retail innovation.

đź“… Thurs. | Feb 20, 2025
⏰ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET
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Happening tomorrow! Want to get a pulse on what’s ahead for retail in 2025? Coresight Research 's Deborah Weinswig will dive into this year’s early winners, the continued evolution of #malls, and the state of #retail innovation. 📅 Thurs. | Feb 20, 2025 ⏰ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET

Happening tomorrow!

Want to get a pulse on what’s ahead for retail in 2025? <a href="/CoresightNews/">Coresight Research</a> 's <a href="/debweinswig/">Deborah Weinswig</a>  will dive into this year’s early winners, the continued evolution of #malls, and the state of #retail innovation.

đź“… Thurs. | Feb 20, 2025
⏰ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET
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Big thanks to FORTUNE for including my insights on the ongoing evolution of the workplace. While workers are returning to the office, the nine-to-five grind is no longer the norm, with more flexibility in commuting times. fortune.pulse.ly/sc9z5etrm9

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Excited to share my thoughts in the latest Schwab Network earnings video, where I dive into Chipotle 's recent performance. I also discussed the fast casual space overall, calling CAVA and sweetgreen "ones to watch." schwabnetwork.pulse.ly/rz0cycwgxs

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Big thanks to FORTUNE for including my insights on the ongoing evolution of the workplace. While workers are returning to the office, the nine-to-five grind is no longer the norm, with more flexibility in commuting times. fortune.pulse.ly/ptayytxxap

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"We're seeing more disruption than many retailers expected," said Deborah Weinswig in our recent webinar with R. J. Hottovy of Placer.ai For early findings, predictions & what’s next in retail, watch the full recording: hubs.la/Q038JQ8q0 #ShopperInsights #CoresightWebinars

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Egg prices are soaring with a 13.8% jump in January 2025 & a projected 41.1% increase for the year. 🍳 Breakfast chains like IHOP are feeling the heat, while First Watch thrives by absorbing higher costs. Are surcharges enough to offset the rise? lnkd.in/gKygDre2

Egg prices are soaring with a 13.8% jump in January 2025 &amp; a projected 41.1% increase for the year. 🍳

Breakfast chains like <a href="/IHOP/">IHOP</a> are feeling the heat, while <a href="/First_Watch/">First Watch</a> thrives by absorbing higher costs. Are surcharges enough to offset the rise?  lnkd.in/gKygDre2
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Had an amazing time moderating a session at the 2025 Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit in Myrtle Beach. Such a great discussion about how #dataanalytics is transforming site selection and expansion strategies for the #restaurant industry.

Had an amazing time moderating a session at the 2025 <a href="/restaurantinnov/">Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit</a> in Myrtle Beach. Such a great discussion about how #dataanalytics is transforming site selection and expansion strategies for the #restaurant industry.
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Are people ready for Italian beefs at dawn? @Portillo’s thinks so - we've got the details NEXT! w/ R. J. Hottovy on the WBBM Newsradio Noon Business Hour 780am - 105.9fm #Chicago

Are people ready for Italian beefs at dawn? @Portillo’s thinks so - we've got the details NEXT! w/ <a href="/RJ_Hottovy/">R. J. Hottovy</a> on the <a href="/WBBMNewsradio/">WBBM Newsradio</a> Noon Business Hour 780am - 105.9fm #Chicago
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📦 Are tariffs already changing how consumers shop—even before they're live? Placer.ai data shows a surge in warehouse club visits (Mar 24–30), hinting at stock-up behavior as shoppers brace for price hikes. More insights on The Anchor: lnkd.in/gqSen3QW

📦 Are tariffs already changing how consumers shop—even before they're live?

<a href="/Placer_ai/">Placer.ai</a> data shows a surge in warehouse club visits (Mar 24–30), hinting at stock-up behavior as shoppers brace for price hikes.

More insights on The Anchor: lnkd.in/gqSen3QW
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Retail’s feeling the weight of macro uncertainty — but manufacturers aren’t waiting around. Placer.ai data shows real-time foot traffic shifts at 8K+ facilities, revealing early signs of production changes before official numbers drop. Learn more: lnkd.pulse.ly/vetmtc0dp7

Retail’s feeling the weight of macro uncertainty — but manufacturers aren’t waiting around.

<a href="/Placer_ai/">Placer.ai</a> data shows real-time foot traffic shifts at 8K+ facilities, revealing early signs of production changes before official numbers drop.

Learn more: lnkd.pulse.ly/vetmtc0dp7
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Had a great time joining Yahoo Finance to discuss how macro pressures like #tariffs and #inflation are affecting fast casual and QSR chains. 📺 Check out the segment here: yahoo.pulse.ly/1d1iuwkyx0

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Non-traditional anchors like Wayfair.com’s large-format store are breathing new life into malls—boosting foot traffic & diversifying visitors. Even vacant anchors aren't deal-breakers if other tenants perform. Flexibility is 🔑. Full article via GlobeSt.com: lnkd.in/gJu2XTVv

Non-traditional anchors like <a href="/Wayfair/">Wayfair.com</a>’s large-format store are breathing new life into malls—boosting foot traffic &amp; diversifying visitors. Even vacant anchors aren't deal-breakers if other tenants perform. Flexibility is 🔑. Full article via <a href="/GlobeStcom/">GlobeSt.com</a>: lnkd.in/gJu2XTVv
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Excited to team up with Coresight Research's Deborah Weinswig as we break down the latest in #retail and #consumer trends, with a special look at important trends for the rest of 2025. đź“… Sign up: lnkd.pulse.ly/vi8uexvotl

Excited to team up with <a href="/CoresightNews/">Coresight Research</a>'s <a href="/debweinswig/">Deborah Weinswig</a>
as we break down the latest in #retail and #consumer trends, with a special look at important trends for the rest of 2025.

đź“… Sign up: lnkd.pulse.ly/vi8uexvotl
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Heading to #NRAShow2025? 🍽️ Come find us! We’re showing how restaurants use Placer.ai to boost performance, optimize site strategy & sharpen pricing decisions. Let’s connect: lnkd.in/gdnq9VzQ #RestaurantTech #GrowthStrategy

Heading to #NRAShow2025? 🍽️ Come find us!

We’re showing how restaurants use <a href="/Placer_ai/">Placer.ai</a> to boost performance, optimize site strategy &amp; sharpen pricing decisions.

Let’s connect: lnkd.in/gdnq9VzQ

#RestaurantTech #GrowthStrategy
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Had an incredible time National Restaurant Association Show connecting with industry leaders, innovators, and customers — great conversations on tech, trends, and what’s next for restaurants.🍴

Had an incredible time <a href="/NatlRestShow/">National Restaurant Association Show</a> connecting with industry leaders, innovators, and customers — great conversations on tech, trends, and what’s next for restaurants.🍴