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How to Stand Out in F&B Market
Today, the food & beverage (F&B) industry is more competitive than ever. It seems new F&B tenant pops up every week. However, not all of them will stand the test of time. When we build a business, we aim for longevity and success in the long run. A study by two economists found 17% of restaurants close in the first year, this is something we definitely avoid. In a world where we're swamped by options, we aim to stand out above the others. We were recently invited to…
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