Gar Herring on Evergreen Malls & the Future of Retail Communities. (S3E24)

To celebrate the 100th episode of The Crossman Conversation: CEO Edition, John Crossman welcomes Gar Herring, President & CEO of The MGHerring Group. With over 30 years of experience and more than 25 million square feet of retail developed, Gar shares his perspective on “Evergreen” malls , those rare retail centers that continue to thrive and evolve as anchors of successful communities. Drawing from his leadership in developing regional shopping centers across the U.S. and Mexico, Gar discusses what makes these malls resilient, how mixed-use strategies are shaping the future, and why retail remains a cornerstone of vibrant urban life. This episode is a masterclass in retail longevity, leadership, and vision.