Bringing Your Retail Ambitions To Life
Connecting Brands, Retailers, Landlords & Developers With The Right Markets, Locations, Partners & Opportunities
Who We Are
RCD is a founder-led retail advisory working with brands, retailers, landlords and developers across the GCC and global markets. We combine market knowledge, direct access to decision-makers and hands-on commercial execution to turn retail ambitions into real opportunities.
Our Services
Retail Consulting | Market Entry | Prime Locations | Commercial Negotiations | International Expansion | Franchising | Joint Ventures | Rent Reviews | Renewal Negotiations | Tenancy Mix | Attracting Premium Brands | Retail Insights
Who We Help
How We Help
Whether you are growing a brand or shaping a retail destination, RCD connects strategy, relationships and commercial execution to move opportunities forward.
Retailers & Brands
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Enter & Expand Into New Markets
Market Entry & International Expansion -
Secure Prime Locations
Prime Locations, Leasing & Site Selection -
Find The Right Partners
Franchising & Joint Ventures -
Strengthen Commercial Terms
Commercial Negotiations
Landlords & Developers
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Create A Destination
Retail Development Advisory -
Strengthen Asset Performance
Asset Optimisation -
Build The Right Tenancy Mix
Tenancy Mix & Retail Leasing Strategy -
Secure The Right Brands
Tenant Acquisition
Bringing Premium Brands To Premium Destinations
Founder-Led By Design
Every RCD mandate is led directly by Youssef Bounaga and James Poole, bringing 25+ years of combined retailer and landlord experience across some of the region's most recognised brands and destinations.
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Youssef Bounaga
Co-Founder
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Together, they have led leasing for 600+ stores at GMG (including Nike) and held senior roles at Emaar and Aldar.
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James Poole
Co-Founder
Founder-Led Execution: No Account Managers
We Work Directly With You Every Step Of The Way
One Connected Route Into The Region’s Most Valuable Retail Opportunities
Our Reach
25 Landlords | 170+ Retail Destinations | 13 Markets
Our Markets
We unlock access across 13 markets to prime destinations, strategic partnerships and expansion opportunities across the region and internationally.
Our Network
RCD have a powerful network of regional and international retail decision-makers across 25 landlords and 170+ retail destinations.
Our Clients
Fashion | Hospitality | Luxury | F&B | Wellness | FEC
We help brands expand their presence across regional and international markets - securing the prime locations you can’t access alone, at the best prices.
Client Testimonials
"RCD played a pivotal role in securing our first flagship 25,000 SQFT location at Dubai Mall, helping us launch a new-to-market family entertainment concept on highly competitive commercial terms. Following a successful first year, we are now pursuing an ambitious regional and international expansion plan, with RCD continuing to support our growth journey towards 50 locations over the next three years." - Founder, International Family Entertainment Brand
Speak With The Founders
Ready to unlock new opportunities and achieve your retail goals? Schedule a consultation with RCD.
Turn Your Retail Aspirations Into Destinations
Empowering Your Retail Expansion At Every Step
Retail Consultancy | Market Entry | Prime Locations | Commercial Negotiations | International Expansion | Franchising | Joint Ventures | Rent Reviews | Renewal Negotiations | Tenancy Mix | Attracting Premium Brands | Retail Insights