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			<description><![CDATA[Using the tools contained in the heading labeled links in the column to the right you are going to develop a mini PowerPoint presentation on site selection for a Starbucks in this area.<br /><br />Step 1 - Download the student sample PowerPoint template - this is what you will be inserting your research material into<br />Step 2 - download the Snagit trial version - install it and play with its screen capture tools<br />Step 3 - Use Google search tool to find a Starbucks in the area (click on link for assistance)<br />Step 4 - Use Google maps to find a map of the area - then use it to create directions from the John Wayne Airport to the Starbucks<br />Step 5 - Download Google Earth Beta v4 and then enter our address 7 Hutton Centre, Santa Ana, and grab a copy of the aerial perspective of the overall area<br />Step 6 - Use Microsoft Local Live to check out the progress of the retail center containing Starbucks - make sure and take a snap shot from all 4 directions of the compass<br />Step 7 - Use CCIM partners to find a retail expert to call in the Newport Beach/Santa Ana trade area<br />Step 8 - Use CCIM.net to see if there are any available vacant land parcels or retail shopping centers in the immediate area<br />Step 9 - Download USA Photo map (just for fun)<br />Step 10 - Use CCIM Site to do Business – geo-code the address for the Starbucks and a 1/2 mile radius and then pull a business list to find the Starbucks manager&#039;s name<br />Step 11 - Use CCIM stite to do Business - create a thematic map of the area 1/2 around the Starbucks - set the theme to consumer expenditures: food away from home<br />Step 12 - Use Wylies Map - is this a hot part of the country for investment?<br />Step 13 - Go to the IRR.com website and download the <i>Viewpoint 2006</i> - look for the market cycle monitor for the Los Angeles/Orange County area - where in the cycle is retail?<br />BONUS Step 14 - use one of these tools to discover a building within one mile that has Federal style architecture.<br /><br /><strong>BE SURE AND SAVE AS YOU GO!</strong><br /><br />The first winner to demonstrate a complete PowerPoint with all items complete wins a  gift card to Starbucks, 2nd place is a  gift card.<br /><br />]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jun 2006 03:11:29 GMT</pubDate>
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