RKF Selected As Exclusive Retail Leasing Representative For Pinkberry Frozen Yogurt

New York, NY - Robert K. Futterman & Associates, LLC (RKF), the nation's independent real estate firm specializing in retail leasing, investment sales and consulting services, has been selected as the exclusive retail leasing representative for one of the new frozen yogurt companies, Pinkberry. The firm will work on the Los Angeles-based retailer's behalf to develop and execute a strategic growth plan for their continued expansion throughout the New York City Metropolitan area.

RKF Senior Director Mark Kapnick and Associate Brandon Eisenman will represent Pinkberry exclusively in securing sites in Manhattan, the Outer Boroughs, Westchester County, Long Island, Rockland County and throughout New York State.

"RKF's extensive research capabilities, together with our thorough knowledge of the region's retail markets, will enable us to successfully support Pinkberry's expansion plans and business objectives," said Kapnick.

RKF is seeking 750-1,000-square-foot stores in residential and pedestrian-heavy areas throughout the Metropolitan area. The company currently has four Manhattan locations, one at 7 East 32nd Street and three under construction at 41 Spring Street; 1577 Second Avenue; and 170 Eighth Avenue. Pinkberry plans to open 15 additional locations in 2007. In Los Angeles there are four locations and an additional six in development.

Pinkberry, which already has a group of loyal customers, serves a healthy and natural frozen dessert with fruit and other sweet toppings.

SOURCE: Robert K. Futterman & Associates