In this episode, Phillip Lanos speaks with Freehold Group CEO Brendan McDermott about how retail design, fabrication, and installation shape the way consumers experience major brands in the real world. McDermott explains how experiential marketing extends far beyond pop-ups, touching everything from flagship stores and cultural activations to in-store beauty concepts and seasonal retail moments. The conversation explores what it takes to scale those experiences across the country while preserving brand consistency, operational discipline, and a strong internal team culture.

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