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Success Stories

Selected case studies from authorized franchise and partner-store openings. Each case outlines objectives, challenges, what we did, outcomes, and a typical timeline. Results vary by market.

Last updated: September 19, 2025

Foot Locker Riyadh Galleria partner store shopfront on opening day

Riyadh Galleria — Partner Store

Format: Mid-box | Size: ~320 m² | Timeline: ~5 months

High-visibility mall location aligned to key releases; reached target sell-through during first quarter post-launch.

Partner StoreSite approvalTrainingRelease calendar
Objectives
Open a premium flagship-feel store to anchor brand presence in a top-tier mall.
Challenges
Accelerated timeline; coordination with mall works and regional supply windows.
What we did
Fast-track approvals, phased fixtures delivery, staff training sprint, and synchronized launch calendar.
Outcomes
On-time opening, visual standards passed first audit, sell-through met plan in Q1.
Well-timed releases and staff preparation made the opening weekend smooth and high-energy.
Foot Locker Warsaw Centrum high-street franchise merchandising wall with key releases

Warsaw Centrum — Franchise

Format: High-street | Size: ~240 m² | Timeline: ~4.5 months

Tight build-out and localized activation produced strong early footfall and conversion.

FranchiseVisual standardsLocal activationPOS/ERP
Objectives
Deliver a destination store with community-centric launch moments.
Challenges
Historic-street constraints; limited back-of-house space.
What we did
Optimized layout for traffic flow, curated local activations, staged inventory waves for opening month.
Outcomes
Conversion and AOV met planned benchmarks in first 90 days; smooth POS/ERP cutover.
Community events created early loyalty and sustained weekly traffic.
Team training before soft launch at Foot Locker Manila Uptown partner store

Manila Uptown — Partner Store

Format: Mall inline | Size: ~280 m² | Timeline: ~6 months

Phased staffing and targeted launch offers supported a smooth ramp-up to steady sell-through.

Partner StoreStaff trainingQA auditsMarketing
Objectives
Build a consistent mall presence with strong weekend traffic conversion.
Challenges
Peak-season construction windows; training a new team at speed.
What we did
Staggered hiring, training bootcamps, early VM coaching, and launch-weekend offers.
Outcomes
Standards passed on first inspection; steady month-over-month sell-through growth.
Training cadence helped the team handle launch traffic confidently.
Foot Locker at The Dubai Mall — premium partner store interior

Dubai Mall — Partner Store

Format: Premium mall | Size: ~300 m² | Timeline: ~5 months

Design-forward fit-out, coordinated release calendar, and high tourist footfall delivered strong opening momentum.

Partner StorePremium designRelease calendarTourist traffic
Objectives
Anchor presence in a flagship regional mall with top-tier visual standards.
Challenges
Strict landlord specs and tight fixture/lighting lead times.
What we did
Early VM mock-ups, supplier coordination, synchronized launch timings, and staff readiness sprint.
Outcomes
First-pass visual compliance; strong opening weekend AOV; steady sell-through in first 60 days.
Precision on lighting and sightlines elevated the in-store story from day one.
Premium interior with illuminated fixtures at Foot Locker Doha Pearl

Doha Pearl — Franchise

Format: Premium mall | Size: ~300 m² | Timeline: ~5 months

Design-forward fit-out and release-ready operations produced a strong premium perception from day one.

FranchisePremium designReleasesOperations
Objectives
Establish a premium flagship with exemplary visual standards.
Challenges
Strict landlord specs; precision lighting and fixture lead times.
What we did
Early mock-ups, supplier coordination, and meticulous VM sign-off before launch.
Outcomes
First-pass visual compliance; strong opening-weekend basket sizes.
Attention to lighting and sightlines elevated the in-store story.
High-street Foot Locker facade in Bucharest Old Town

Bucharest Old Town — Franchise

Format: High-street | Size: ~210 m² | Timeline: ~4 months

Compact footprint optimized for throughput; lean team structure achieved staffing efficiency targets.

FranchiseLayout optimizationLean staffingThroughput
Objectives
Maximize throughput and storytelling in a smaller footprint.
Challenges
Historic building constraints; limited storage space.
What we did
Re-flowed fixtures, stockroom optimization, focused staff training on peak-hour roles.
Outcomes
Queue times reduced during peaks; standards met with lean staffing model.
Right-sized processes kept service quality high in a compact space.

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Note: Case studies are representative of program execution. Territory awards, fee schedules, and store approvals are subject to program standards and final written authorization.