Mindspace leasing managers say they only want "brands"—how did local outlets get in?
Hey everyone,I am planning to open an QSR/restaurant concept and am looking at commercial spaces inside Mindspace tech park.When I approached the leasing management team, they told me they only accept "established brands" and won't lease to new or unproven concepts.However, looking around the food court, I see outlets like Dum Zayka and Wok Clubs. While they are great, they aren't massive global chains like McD or Subway.
For anyone who has retail experience here or knows how K Raheja Corp operates:How do these regional/smaller brands manage to crack the leasing process?Is there a specific corporate loop, parent company connection, or revenue-sharing model they look for?
If I have a solid business plan, financial backing, and a highly optimized menu (fast tech-park crowd appeal), how can I get the leasing team to take a new brand seriously?Would appreciate any insights, contacts, or advice from anyone who has dealt with tech park commercial leasing! Thanks.